Switzerland: New Repeater List Available

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An updated list for Swiss Voice Repeaters (HB9/HB0) is available

This list was created on the basis of reports to OFCOM. Please report corrections and additions to the USKA frequency coordinator at qrg@uska.ch

PDF Repeater list - https://www.uska.ch/die-uska/uska-fachstellen/frequenzkoordination/

Repeater Map - https://repeatermap.de/?lon=8.1&lat=46.8

Ham Radio Antenna Bill to be Paid from 911 Budget

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Ham Radio Antenna Bill to be Paid from 911 Budget

WTVB AM reports on Commissioners discussions concerning the payment of a $4,900 bill for moving amateur radio antennas in Coldwater, Michigan

The Branch County Board of Commissioners decided during their work session on Monday to bring forward a bill for over $4,900 for the moving of a ham radio club antenna as part of the Enhanced 911 Project

But they also decided that if they formally approve the bill during their regular meeting on Tuesday, the money would come out of the 911 budget instead of from the budget for the project.

The antenna was moved to the new jail tower from the Central Dispatch building just west of Coldwater by J and K Communications.

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Amateur Radio Emergency Communication may be hit by New Fees

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Amateur Radio Emergency Communication may be hit by New Fees

For Manistee County's amateur radio enthusiasts radio communications are more than a hobby — its members also volunteer their services as backup communication in case of a catastrophic event in the area.

But the enthusiasts using a particular radio tower in the Manistee National Forest, Michigan may end up with a new $1,400 fee if a new fee system rule is put in place by the U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service Agency.

Mike Machen, Manistee County emergency manager, reported at the county’s public safety committee meeting this month that the Manistee amateur radio club had received a letter from the U.S. Forest Service about the new possible fee for having communications equipment on a Forest Service tower.

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