REC now accepting Show of Interest for the 2023 LPFM Filing Window!
 
FOR NEW PROSPECTIVE LPFM BROADCASTERS:

REC accepting Shows of Interest for the upcoming LPFM Filing Window between November 1~8, 2023. Learn more at and have REC handle your application at
LPFM.app.
 
REC operational status (August 18, 2023, until further notice) - REC is in modified operations due to the upcoming LPFM filing window and other resource intensive projects. We are currently not accepting any incoming live telephone calls. Callers are advised to please leave a message on the voice mail. Those wanting to start a new LPFM station do not need to call or e-mail us. Instead, visit https://LPFM.app and start the process there. Those with questions about LPFM can visit LPFM.app to get a general explanation of the service or use the resources at RECnet.com to get more information to more detailed issues (see recnet.com/faq and recnet.com/lpfm).

For existing stations, due to our resource needs as a result of the upcoming LPFM filing window, REC has declared a temporary embargo on the following services:

  • Modifications of licensed facilities in all services.
  • Assignment of License & Transfer of Control applications in all services.
  • Modification of license applications in all services.
  • Requests for new FM Booster and Alaska Class D stations.
  • Special Temporary Authority applications except those in response to natural or man made disasters.
  • Digital notifications in all services.

    • The following services will continue to be available during the REC embargo:

  • Administrative updates.
  • Silent notifications, silent STA requests, extensions of silent STAs, extensions of STAs previously handled by REC and resumption notifications.
  • License to cover applications for modification and CP applications originally handled by REC.
  • Modification of granted construction permit applications originally handled by REC.
  • Activities related to the EAS National Periodic Test

    • These embargos will be lifted on November 13, 2023 or if we can determine that we have adequate resource time to handle embargoed application types. Thank you for your understanding.

    FCC.today: The Podcast is on hiatus until after the close of the LPFM filing window.

    REC/KU3N 8 meter band FAQ

    Sun, 06/30/2019 - 21:58

    Greetings from Riverton.  

    I have been reviewing the various articles, Facebook posts and yes, even QRZ.com for discussion on the 8-meter proposal.  Now with that said, here's some answers to some questions, comments and concerns made in the various channels...

    RM-11843: REC proposes new amateur allocation at 40 MHz to encourage transatlantic experimentation

    Wed, 06/26/2019 - 13:42

    Today, the FCC has assigned a rulemaking (RM) number to a Petition for Rulemaking filed by REC Networks, through its founder, Michelle Bradley, KU3N as RM-11843.  

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    Rant from Riverton: Why didn't REC change to a rainbow logo for Pride Month?

    Michi Bradley - Sat, 06/22/2019 - 22:53

    This is a difficult personal blog for me to write, but I do feel that it is worth an explanation.  Today’s REC is about diversity.  We even have the root word “diverse” in our current slogan “a leading advocate for a diverse dial.”  When you visit REC’s website or call up by phone, you hear that slogan.

    FEMA schedules next EAS National Test for August 7 and it will be entirely over the air.

    Wed, 05/29/2019 - 12:26

    Details are starting to come in about the next national EAS Test will be held on August 7 (backup, August 21) at 2:20PM EDT.

    This test will be different than previous tests as IPAWS will not be used. The tests will originate from the Primary Entry Point (PEP) stations. This test will focus on over-the-air reception of alerts in the event that the internet is not available. This test will use the all-zeros (000000) FIPS code.

    Video: A Potential Amateur Radio Allocation At 8 Meters?

    Mon, 05/27/2019 - 19:23

    Michelle Bradley, KU3N on behalf of REC Networks has filed a Petition for Rulemaking with the FCC to open an inquiry to request a new amateur radio allocation in the 8 meter band at 40.51 to 40.70 MHz.

    This spectrum was recently awarded to amateurs in Ireland and several Region 1 nations currently have allocations or specially authorized beacons in this band.

    See the REC filing on our filings page: https://recnet.com/filings

    View the proposed bandplan for Ireland: https://www.irts.ie/dnloads/Irish_8m_5m_band_plans.pdf 

    Once an RM number is assigned (if they assign one), then comments will be accepted for 30 days.

    This proposal will get pushback from the NTIA. I expect this, but if we can get an understanding on this band similar to like what we have on 60 meters, we have an opportunity for a new band for transatlantic digital modes between 10 and 6 meters.

    Video: 2019 Delmarva Hamfest and My Say on RM-11828 (ARRL Techs on HF Petition)

    Tue, 05/21/2019 - 22:49

    From the Delaware ARRL Convention and Delmarva Radiocommunication Hamfest - April 2019. 

    Includes the ARRL Atlantic Division Director, W3TOM defending why the ARRL is giving up on the incentive licensing system and allowing Technician class to have HF phone privileges with this delusion that they may actually want to upgrade to General "to get more power".

    Watch his comments, along with mine in Pop-Up Video format.. 

    Also, check out all of the boat anchors, STEM projects and other neat stuff this year at our little but lovely hamfest!

    REC files comments in LPFM/NCE Comparative Review and Public Notice proceedings

    Mon, 05/20/2019 - 21:58

    Today, REC Networks had filed separate comments in two different proceedings before the Federal Communications Commission.

    MB Docket 19-3 calls for some changes in the comparative review process for noncommercial educational (NCE) and Low Power FM (LPFM) broadcast stations. This Notice of Proposed Rulemaking called for the following:

    Video: FCC Broadcast Radio License Renewals

    Mon, 05/20/2019 - 11:20

    In this video, REC's Michelle Bradley explains the broadcast renewal process and goes through a renewal application in the FCC's LMS system which will be used by LPFM stations for the first time.

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