Meeting started at 7:32 with the Pledge of Allegiance
Presentation this evening was given by Andy McAllister W5ACM covering the balloon launch with occurred at the recent HamFest.
Andy went into great detail and description of the preparations and results of the above mentioned launches. Andy also had a very detailed and historical presentation covering the progress that has been made over the years in planning and staging the events by the South Texas Balloon Launch Team.
The next major launch event is scheduled on September 28th, 2019 to be held at the Intergalactic Spaceport at the Wharton Airport. Plans are for a 28# payload. Launch will be at 10:00 am. APRS tracking can be followed at 144.39 MHz
Meeting minutes from the Board meeting were accepted.
The Buddipole setup for the club portable repeater antenna has been ordered.
Texas Parks On The Air – No shelters were available to reserve for the event.
Next Smoke Alarm Blitz is scheduled for May 4, 2019. More details will be posted and volunteers are welcome.
The Safety Fest is scheduled, rain or shine, for April 13th. 6 to 8 volunteers to act as rovers are needed.
Treasury Report: Current Balance: $4601.31 after Buddipole Purchase of $309.17
We had 25 members attending, with one visitor, Keith, KA5BZM
Meeting adjourned at 8:34