Charter Members Charter numbers were originally created as a means by which to raise extra money for repeater projects. There are a fixed number of charter numbers available. When one becomes available, silent bids are taken at a general meeting , and the highest bidder receives the number.
Charter members receive priority check-in on the nets .
Charter member number auctions are normally held at the March meeting. Tom Server Jr. Joining Membership is available to all persons interested in Amateur radio. There is no screening process or sponsorship required to become a member. We encourage prospective members to sign up for membership at our meetings.