Zombie Squad Amateur Radio Club

[hawke84]

Has anyone heard of CQ100. It is VOIP for hams. Looks like a radio on your destop. All hams,no matter what class,can use it There is a 90 day free trial,then $36 a year after that.
Here's a link to the site:
http://qsonet.com/programs.html

[jamoni]

As promised, though a bit late, here is the final draft of the constitution. This is being sent to the signing parties to ratify.
There are provisions within the constitution to amend it, so any changes that need to be made may be done so at a later date.

Zombie Squad, Inc.
Zombie Squad Amateur Radio Club
Constitution
Preamble:
We, the undersigned, wishing to secure for ourselves the pleasures and benefits of an association of persons commonly interested in Amateur Radio, constitute ourselves the Zombie Squad Amateur Radio Club (ZS-ARC) and enact this constitution as our governing law. The Zombie Squad Amateur Radio Club is an extension of the Zombie Squad organization (ZS-Inc.), and exists solely at the discretion of the Zombie Squad Board of Directors, who shall retain the right to disband the ZS-ARC at any time. It shall be our purpose to further the mission of Zombie Squad Inc. in the areas of emergency communications and community service by promoting technical knowledge, individual operating efficiency, cooperation between club members, cooperation between ZSARC and other organizations, the encouragement and training of prospective amateurs, the use of our communications services during emergencies, and a high standard of conduct in all club activities.

Article I
Membership:
Sec. 1: There shall be two levels of membership: Full membership and Associate Membership
Sec. 2: Any member in good standing of Zombie Squad, having paid current yearly dues to Zombie Squad, shall be eligible for Associate membership, with all benefits of membership excluding the right to vote in officer elections or run for any club office.
Sec. 3: Any member of Zombie Squad, having paid yearly dues to Zombie Squad, having earned at least a Technician Class FCC Amateur License, and being a current American Radio Relay League member, shall be eligible for Full membership with all benefits, including the right to vote in officer elections and run for club office.
Sec. 4: Any Full member who fails to meet the qualifications for Full member status shall be relegated to Associate membership.
Sec. 5: Any person who for whatever reason ceases to be a member in good standing of Zombie Squad shall have their membership in ZSARC revoked.

Article II
Officers:
Sec. 1: The officers of this club shall be President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer.
Sec. 2: The officers of this club shall be elected for a term of one year by simple majority by written ballot of at least 70% of current Full members. Elections shall take place in November of each year, with officers assuming their duties January 1st of the following year.
Sec. 3: If an officer other than the President is removed, or resigns, or is otherwise unable to fulfill the obligations of the office, that office will be filled by a special election at the first regular meeting following the vacancy in office.
Sec. 4: If the President is removed, resigns, or is otherwise unable to fulfill the obligations of the office, the Vice President will advance to the office of President, serving as such until the next scheduled election. The Vice-Presidency will be filled according to the standards of Article II Section 3.
Sec. 5: Officers may be removed by a 75% majority vote written and secret ballot of Full members. A motion for removal of an officer must be made at least 30 days prior to the date at which the removal vote will occur.

Article III
Duties of the officers:
Sec. 1: The president shall preside at all ZSARC meetings, and conduct the same according to the rules laid out in this agreement. The president shall enforce compliance with this constitution and bylaws, decide all questions of order, sign all official documents adopted by the ZSARC, and appoint those offices necessary to accomplish the mission of ZSARC. The President shall be responsible for all licensing and operational matter with regards to ZSARC equipment, and shall perform all other duties associated with the office of president. The President shall serve as liaison between ZSARC and ZSN.
Sec. 2: The Vice-President shall assume all duties of the President in the President's absence. The Vice-President shall organize, plan, and recommend club activities and events, and advance the mission of ZSARC in all matters.
Sec. 3: The Secretary shall keep a record of the proceedings of all meetings, keep a roll of members, carry on all correspondence, read communications at each meeting, approve press and public relations affairs, and notify members of all special meetings. It shall be the duty of the Secretary to keep the constitution and by-laws of ZSARC, and to bring the same to every meeting. The Secretary shall note all amendments, changes and additions to the constitution, and shall permit it to be consulted by members upon request. At the end of the Secretary's term, all items belonging to or pertaining to the club shall be turned over to the incoming Secretary, or to the President.
Sec. 4: The Treasurer shall receive and receipt for all monies paid to the club; keep an accurate account of all monies received and expended; pay bills only with proper authorization by the club officers. At the end of each month, the Treasurer shall submit an itemized statement of disbursements and receipts. At the end of the Treasurer's term, all items belonging or pertaining to the club shall be turned over to the incoming Treasurer or the President.
Sec. 5: Officers may delegate non-essential tasks to Full members. Delegation of tasks by any officer to any other person shall not absolve that officer of the responsibility for completion of those tasks.

Article IV
Meetings:
Sec 1: Given the international nature of ZSARC, meetings shall be held via electronic means so designed that all authorized to attend may do so, as approved by the President.
Sec. 2: Meetings open to all members shall be held no less than once quarterly.
Sec 3: Special meetings and meetings of the board officers shall be called at the discretion of the President or his designated representative.
Sec. 4: Meetings shall be kept as informal as possible in keeping with the goals of the meeting. Should conflicts arise, the meeting will be governed under "Robert's Rules of Order, Revised", as interpreted by the President.

Article V
Amendment to the Constitution and bylaws:
Sec 1: This Constitution and Bylaws may be amended by a two-thirds majority vote of ZSARC Full members, provided all members have been given 30 days notice by email of the intent to amend this constitution and bylaws at said meeting.

Article VI
ZSARC Property:
Sec. 1: Any item purchased with ZSARC funds becomes the sole property of ZSARC. Any items donated to ZSARC become sole property of ZSARC.
Sec 2: Upon dissolution of ZSARC, any and all assets become sole property of Zombie Squad, Inc.

Article VII
Operations:
Sec 1: ZSARC shall adopt as it's main purpose the dissemination of accurate information regarding emergency communications to the Zombie Squad community and the communities in which ZSARC members live.
Sec. 2: ZSARC shall create and maintain a program to foster good public relations with communities, the press, other amateur radio organizations, and government agencies.
Sec. 3: ZSARC members are responsible for knowing and abiding by the appropriate FCC rules and regulations, as well as generally accepted amateur radio etiquette, including the ARRL voluntary band plans. Repeated and/or intentional violations will result in suspension of club operating priveleges, and possible revocation of club membership, as approved by the board of officers.
Article IIX
Club Conduct:
Sec. 1: As an extension of Zombie Squad, it is important that club members adhere to the following code of conduct while attending club events.

A. Use of the Zombie Squad Name
Zombie Squad: National must approve any and all uses of the Zombie Squad name, logo, or other intellectual property for event staging, publicity, community service, or other purposes.

B. Speaking With the Media
When contacted by any media outlet, the club representative must notify ZS:N before proceeding with any publicity.

C. Obeying the Law
While representing Zombie Squad, ZSARC and members are required to be aware of and obey all applicable laws.

D. Respect People
Zombie Squad does not discriminate based on race, sex, religion, sexual orientation, political affiliation, etc. While representing Zombie Squad, club members will create an environment welcoming to others and respectful of their differences.

E. Not a Political Party or Advocacy Group
Zombie Squad does not support or endorse any political affiliation or any ideology over another. ZSARC may not knowingly take part in any event that is political or religious in nature.

Here ends the Zombie Squad Amateur Radio Club Constitution. We, the undersigned, have read and approve of the spirit and letter of this Constitution.

[Mrearp]

looks good to me

I'm a general
with ARRL membership

I even have an ARRL appointment (ok 2 appointments)

[Mrearp]

This still alive? Havent seen anything in awhile..

[kir]

I'm still interested too, though I'm not an ARRL member.

[jamoni]

Yep, this is still a going concern. We will be doing a special event at Zombiecon:
viewtopic.php?f=42&t=30314

[hawke84]

So how do we join.
I am a Tech right now but am studying for General. Hope to test around the end of the month. I have a Icom IC-725 and am about to put up a G5RV this weekend. I can get on 10m for now.

Rex

[awe4fire]

just signed up for my membership and for ARRL just got my card in the mail. what else do i need to get involved in the club besides getting my first ham radio:). I have frs and a hand held cb radio already.

[Doctor Jest]

awe4fire,

Do you have a ham license yet?

[awe4fire]

awe4fire,

Do you have a ham license yet?

i have a technical license. KD8DRW

[Doctor Jest]

Then you are on your way!!!

Maybe look into a General license...

[awe4fire]

awe4fire,

Do you have a ham license yet?

i have a technical license. KD8DRW

i have the general book and studing if i can makes or tails from it.

[Doctor Jest]

Try the notes on the General class license stickied on the Communications page, too.

[tool133]

Ready to join! call is *****
14 Year ham, Extra class, Assistant County EC, ARRL VE
Sysop for packet RMS (WL2K)
Wife is licensed as Technician, studying for General

BTW, just joined this site, I stumbled upon it and want you guys to be commended, one of the best preparredness forums I have ever seen.

[DeltaEchoVictor]

Welcome aboard! Now go here viewforum.php?f=10 & make it official!

73's
KD0DEV

[awe4fire]

well i made the jump and ordered a vx-170. figure it's a start now to work on the general lience.

[awe4fire]

well got my radio yesterday now to try so see if it can pick everyone up.

[LtCmdLeia]

PM sent

[kir]

I seem to have gotten disconnected from the rest of the ZSARC. For a while there were some Skype meetings happening. Is there something still going on? I'd like to connect back up with folks so I can participate.

[Mrearp]

Wondering the same thing.. We were going strong for awhile..

[Bluesman]

I am an Extra class, and have done work with the local RACES group, although I am no longer active in it. My gear is gathering dust and I have been on the air for three years, almost four now. Didn't see the point, but this might be fun.

Edit: Call sign is KC0KSV

[LtCmdLeia]

so ummm.. Bueller? Bueller?

[jamoni]

Unfortunately, my new job has kept me busy to the point where I have not been able to keep up with ZS activities, especially the ZSARC. We still want this to work, however we need a new cast of officers.
So I would like to begin taking nominations for club officers. The officers are President, Vice President, Treasurer, and Secretary.
I am going to creat four threads, one for each office. Please post, in the appropriate place, why you think you are so damned awesome that you could do the job. Please nominate yourself for only one office. Once we have enough nominees, we'll put up a poll for each office, and take a vote. Then those lucky ducks can ratify the constitution and get this thing rolling.
In the meantime, let's come up with some activities for this club.
Things we've done in the past that were awesome:
1. Study party for technician's license: We made up flash cards, provided study materials and activities, and invited all the st louis ZSers to come on down. We got quite a few new HAMS licensed out of that one. It worked great.
2. Weekly 2 meter net: This went okay for a few months, but then folded. I think we failed to publicize it to gain new people, so as people got tired of it, they lost interest.
3. ZCon field exercise: For the past two years, we've brought HF gear to the summit of MT Manbath, with mixed results. Iw ould really love to make some HF contacts with other ZSARC peeps.

So what else can we do?
How about a HAM rig fashion show, where we post pics of our various setups, in hot or not fashion?

[LtCmdLeia]

What are the duties of each post? ETA (duh ignore this question, I saw the answer in the bylaws and forgot it was there)


I still need to join ARRL. I fully intend to do so, but my money tree is woefully ill.