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Houston Polson, N5YS (formerly KD0YS) the New ARRL LA Section Manager!
The Ak-Sar-Ben Amateur Radio Club is delighted to announce that one of our long term members Houston Polson, N5YS, (Better known in Omaha as Tinker, KDØYS) has been elected as the next Section Manager of th
e ARRL Louisiana Section, starting April 1, 2024. The ballots were counted on Tuesday, February 20, at ARRL Headquarters, and Houston emerged victorious with 200 votes, over the incumbent Louisiana Section Manager Matt Anderson, KD5KNZ.
In Houston's own words, "Guess what – I WON!" Following this exciting win, Houston is gearing up to take on the role of ARRL LA Section Manager, with lots to do over the next six weeks to prepare for the transition.
Houston's journey in amateur radio began in 1984, and his commitment to the hobby is evident through his longstanding membership with the Ak-Sar-Ben Amateur Radio Club in Omaha, Nebraska. As a dedicated Volunteer Examiner and active member of the Central Louisiana Amateur Radio Club, Houston brings a wealth of experience and passion to his new role.
Reflecting on his journey, Houston notes that his roots in amateur radio trace back to the Ak-Sar-Ben Amateur Radio Club, making this achievement special for him and The AARC.
We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Houston Polson, N5YS, and wish him all the best as he embarks on this new chapter as the ARRL LA Section Manager. Let's rally together to support Houston in his endeavors and celebrate this momentous occasion for our fellow club member!
Equipment Library
As a Service to its members, the AARC has available some items that members might need occasionaly.
Members of the Ak-Sar-Ben Amateur Radio Club, who are in good standing (that means current on your dues!) and possesses an active FCC issued US Amateur Radio License may borrow one of two Icom HTs. The radios are a basic 2 meter radio which is great for the new user. It has a NiMH battery and a drop in charger and an alkaline pack making it the perfect if you need to borrow a rig to help with that community service event, or if you are just itching to get on the air as you shop for your new radio. Completely programmable from the keyboard there is no need for the complication of computer based programming.
The radios are available for checkout at any club meeting and you can use it to your hearts content for then next month. Just bring it back to the next month's club meeting. If you can't make a meeting for either check out or return, you can contact the equipment committee at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to make arrangement for its return. Someone else might be waiting!
We also have an MFJ-259B Antenna Analyzer and an MFJ-949C Versa Tuner as well... Both are available for pick up at a club meeting with advanced notice you want to borrow them.
At this time there is no other equipment on the loan list.
Please review the Loan Agreement at the link below.
| Item | Serial Number | Borrower | Date Due Back |
| Icom V80 Kit #1 | 25006471 | Available | |
| Icom V80 Kit #2 | 25006472 | Available | |
| ARRL Intro To Morse Code CD Set |
N/A | Available | |
| MFJ-259B Antenna Analyzer | N/A | Available | |
| MFJ-949C Versa Tuner II | N/A | Available |
To review the Equipment Loan Agreement click this link.
