ARRL membership is declining at, in my opinion, an alarming rate. This effects finances, of course, but it also reduces ARRL’s impact when working with governments and other organizations.

Most importantly, this decline implies a level of dissatisfaction with the organization. We need a solid study to determine why, and the will to act on that information.

Mobile, portable, and remote operating are becoming an ever increasing portion of on-air operation. Membership services, award programs, and sponsored events need to address these changing trends.

More and more constraints challenge the active amateur radio operator. HOA limitations are not likely to go away anytime soon. Noise is worse every year. Hams need programs, services, and training to assist them in addressing these issues. ARRL can and should lead this effort.

Printed publications alone do not address the habits and preferences of younger hams. We cannot expect to grow youth interest without more use of video, podcasting and other digital formats.

Websites and other tools need to work well with Windows, iOS and Android. And they need to be secure.

This said, we cannot simply abandon printed materials for cost reasons without a plan that respects the preferences of many members.

Technology is changing at an ever increasing pace. Ham radio needs to leverage high speed networking and other technologies as part of the radio state-of-the-art. These item are especially important for emergency communications and other public service needs. ARRL programs, publications, and services should address these areas and raise the state of the art for the average amateur.