This seemed like a great idea on the surface, helping a ham in a HOA to get approval for an antenna through the HOA by providing information that ham could use to prove need and possible benefits. Instead it was voted down? They still think they are going to win a legal fight in Congress?
Failed Motion on HOA Handouts
32. Mr. Norton moved, seconded by Mr. Hopengarten, that:
ARRL staff is directed to produce printed material for use by HOA-resident Amateurs in negotiations with HOA Boards and Architectural Committees in efforts to get approval of antennas. This information will be in two parts:
1) A book or booklet with instructions and suggestions for the Radio Amateur to be used in the negotiations.
2) Printed, color handouts to be given to HOA regulatory committees or boards containing background and benefits of Amateur Radio, and at least 10 examples of HOA approved antennas. The antenna examples will have color photos, written descriptions, and possible negotiation history, and will be suggestive of what should be approved by HOA committees.
Staff will find a suitable author and/or researcher to author the material, and suitable editing and graphic assistance to assure its effectiveness.
There was then discussion regarding the potential effectiveness of the directive as written and possible alternatives, as well as how it may affect potential legislative efforts to address these concerns. Following a roll call vote, the motion FAILED, with Ms. Jairam, Ms. McIntyre, Messrs. Abernethy, Carlson, Lippert, Norris, Williams, Zygielbaum, Hippisley and Stratton against; and Messrs. Hopengarten, Ritz, Ryan, Baker, and Norton in favor.