Garett N9HXR called the meeting to order at 7:10pm. In attendance were Garett N9HXR (Pres), Joshua KD9MXV (VP), Sam KD9BRW (Trustee), Joe KE9CMR(Secretary), Kevin (Treasurer), Ryan K1TLN, John KE9CAG, Don KC9ZMY (Board), Caelan (Board) and Josh K9TEA.

First order of business was to review and approve the previous meeting’s minutes. They were read and approved as written by all in attendance. Motion to accept was made by Kevin, and seconded by Sam. No oppositions and the Aye’s had it.

Next was a vote on the language modification for Bylaw 17 of the club. This was passed unanimously and updated on the website. Members will now be given a minimum of 10 days advance notice in the event of a need for a meeting to be rescheduled. The vote was unanimous in favor for this change among 10 members.

Next on the agenda was discussion regarding a modification of the language defining a quorum in Bylaw #18. The current language states that 1/10th of the membership or 9 voting members be present in order for a quorum to be met. It was suggested that the change be made to the 1/10th rule be kept but the 9 voting member option be removed, and a change to an “active” member quantity be implemented. This was ultimtely decided to be unnecessary and instead suggested a reduction in minimum number of voting members be implemented in order to ensure the club can conduct business during a normal meeting with current membership levels. Further discussion will be had at the next board meeting and future membership meetings to finalize the language related to this.

Attendee introductions were the next subject, and new members along with other who had not yet introduced themselves were had, including new member K1TLN who joined on Field Day.

President N9HXR Garett had no new reports. VP Joshua KD9MXV has some discussion regarding volunteer work with the red cross to share, and would bring more detail to that later. Next, Sam had a report on the field day results, with a total of 11 contacts during the session. Next Kevin reported on the status of the bank account with $190 dollars. We are now able to accept dues by cash, check, money order or by Zelle to treasurer@wcars.radio. If paying by zelle, note the level of membership you are paying for including cost and additional members included if paying for a family membership. No new report from Joe KE9CMR for secretary office.

Next we went over old business regarding the Field Day activity, thanking KE9CMR Joe for his volunteering of the battery and FT-891 for the Field Day station along with N9HXR Garett for the antenna and a request for someone to volunteer for assisting with Social Media management.

Under new business we discussed the club dues being due by July 31st. Dues are (annually) $30 for full licensed members, $30 + $10 for each additional family member, and $20 for each associate member. Members who have applied but not paid by July 31s risk removal from the roster if no arrangement has been made promptly. Please reach out to Kevin at treasurer@wcars.radio if you need to make special arrangements.

Next, Joshua KD9MXV spoke about volunteering opportunities with the Red Cross and other organizations and encourages members to help in any way you are comfortable for public service. Please reach out to Joshua KD9MXV for more information.

Garett called for a motion for adjournment. Motion was made by Joseph, Joshua seconded. Motion passed and the meeting ended at 8:25pm CDT.

Respectfully,

Joseph P Murphy Jr, KE9CMR
Recording Secretary