[ITS-EXEC] Proposed ITS Net

[David Belway]

I also think it would be a good idea.  We might even be able to get more 
operators interested in helping out with emergency comms.

David Belway
VE7DYT

Roger Stacey wrote:
> I have been contacted by the P.E.P. asking to use the ITS system for a 
> weekly net.
>  
> *"**The purpose is to try and foster a bit of coms up & down the Island 
> between PEP and the other Emergency Program radio operators. I propose 
> a short 10-15 minute "check-in net" from 19:30-19:45 Wednesday nights, 
> starting December 2 2009.  I propose we try running it for 2mos, to 
> gauge the response/participation, and then decide if its worth it to 
> continue after that period.  We'd basically be asking for the "ERC" or 
> their deputy of the various groups up & down the island to check in 
> with their name & qth.  And if there was any upcoming exercises being 
> run, or other news of interest everyone could mention the details, so 
> it can be a way of keeping emergency program volunteers informed up & 
> down the island. I realize some of the Island Trunk system is on solar 
> power and during winter, batteries & light availability mean there is 
> limited resources.  However I dont see this as being a long or 
> protracted session every Wednesday, thus it shouldn't be a drain on 
> the system resources."*
>  
> I personally think this would be a great way to utilize the ITS 
> system. Please let me know if anyone or group has any comments 
> regarding the proposed net. Unless there are any objections from any 
> group, the net will be on the ITS as described above. Please advise 
> all within your club or group should they wish to participate.
>  
> Thanks
> Roger
> VA7RS
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