N6BRK Northern Alameda County ARES: A Vital Link in Emergency Communication

Introduction: Hello, today we will introduce the N6BRK Northern Alameda County ARES, a dedicated organization providing essential emergency communication services in Northern California.

Overview of Northern Alameda County ARES:

• Club Name: Northern Alameda County ARES
• Call Sign: N6BRK
• Contact Information:
  • Contact: Weldon E. Bradstreet, W7WEB
  • Daytime Phone: (510) 421-8916
  • Evening Phone: (510) 421-8916
  • Email: president@n6brk.info

Mission and Activities:

• Mission: To provide civil emergency communication services upon request by the cities of Albany and Berkeley, CA.
• Activities:
  • Monthly Meetings: Review group business and provide training or informational presentations.
  • Fire Patrols: Conduct four training exercises annually.
  • Weekly Net: Operate a net on 440.9 MHz.
  • Community Events: Participate in events such as the Solano Stroll and work with the Berkeley Half-Marathon.

Operational Structure:

• Type: Non-profit organization
• Governance: Guided by four board members (President, Vice-president, Secretary, Treasurer) elected annually.

Club Details:

• Website: n6brk.info
• Meeting Time: 1st Thursday Monthly at 7:30 PM
• Meeting Place: City Of Berkeley Alternate EOC, 997 Cedar St.
• Affiliation Date: November 19, 1984

Club Statistics:

• Club Members: 53
• Voting Members: 53
• Voting Licensed Amateur Members: 53
• Voting ARRL Members: 22

Officers:

• President: Weldon E. Bradstreet, W7WEB
• Vice President/Editor: Lynn M. Zummo, KJ6TXA
• Treasurer: Lynn Palmer, KI6FAH
• Secretary: John K. Palmer, KM6SNR

Conclusion: The Northern Alameda County ARES plays a crucial role in ensuring effective communication during emergencies and contributing to community events. Thanks for watching. For more supporting, please visit talkpod.com.