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Saturday, February 22, 2025

A Follow-up to our Latest Article Regarding PKTF - Assembly Liaison Participation

A heartfelt thank you goes out to all State Assemblies actively participating in this most noble of peacekeeping advocacy roles:


On behalf of The Peacekeeping Task Force (PKTF), we extend our sincere gratitude to all 50 American State Assemblies and Foreign State Assemblies worldwide who have pursued the peacekeeping training that began in 2024. Since then, PKTF has received ongoing interest from well over half of all 50 American State Assemblies, with the majority of the remaining assemblies now reaching out to our offices with growing interest.

While the concept of having State Assembly members conduct the work to validate their own State Assembly Militia progress and service projects is valuable, this venture has faced challenges in expressing its overall purpose and intent. A small number of Assemblies still struggle to comprehend the priority need to integrate a peacekeeping advocate from the Federation - a dedicated American State National who would advocate for current and future peacekeeping operations on behalf of their State Assembly and provide an additional layer of validation for their sovereign right to self-govern lawfully and peacefully.


This effort aims to prevent misunderstandings regarding the purpose and intent of American self-governance, particularly in exercising Land and Soil jurisdictional responsibilities owed to themselves and their collective county assemblies.

Our Directorate Staff would like to thank each State Assembly that has contributed to this effort, as well as the Federation Fiduciary Office for bringing this fascinating initiative to reality. Currently, approximately 30 states are participating in this service, with several more among the remaining 20 State Assemblies showing interest in joining the upcoming 2025 Series Training Schedule, even those without a definitive State Assembly Militia sub-pillar.


If your state lacks a PKTF - Assembly Liaison or has not yet discussed this role in General Assembly, please contact your Marshal-at-Arms for more information about internal and external peacekeeping roles to bring back for future meeting discussions. For those seeking information independently, please review the relevant sub-articles and comment as needed.



Together, we can demonstrate to the world that The American States Assemblies are dedicated to the peaceful restoration of all pillars of our American government - one productive and peaceful pillar at a time.


The Indispensable Link: PKTF - Assembly Liaisons in American State Assemblies

 

Unlocking Full Standing and Seatment through Effective Peacekeeping Collaboration


The Role of the Peacekeeping Task Force (PKTF) and Assembly Liaisons in American State Assemblies

Introduction

The Peacekeeping Task Force (PKTF) plays a vital role in supporting and validating American State Assemblies, particularly in developing and recognizing their militia sub-pillar functions. A key component of this process is the PKTF - Assembly Liaison, a voluntary position that serves as a bridge between the Federation and individual State Assemblies.


The Importance of PKTF - Assembly Liaisons

PKTF - Assembly Liaisons are integral to the success and recognition of State Assemblies. These individuals serve multiple functions:

  1. Facilitate communication between sovereign peacemakers and law enforcement counterparts
  2. Bring Federation-level information and expectations back to their respective Assemblies
  3. Assist in the development of peaceful and resilient State Assembly Militia structures
  4. Provide answers about PKTF services and Validation Methods

While these roles are voluntary and not elected positions, they are crucial for State Assemblies working towards full Standing and eventual Seatment.

Becoming a PKTF - Assembly Liaison

To become a PKTF - Assembly Liaison, interested individuals must:

  1. Be status-corrected American State Nationals
  2. Hold no other elected position within their State Assembly
  3. Complete the Enrollment Form
  4. Undergo vetting by the Federation through PKTF
  5. Participating in yearly training provided by PKTF

State Assemblies are encouraged to recognize and assimilate liaison roles for peacekeeping matters as soon as possible. This step is vital for Assemblies seeking progress, validation, and ultimately, Seatment.

The Validation Process

The PKTF Directorate Staff, comprising four Directors, is responsible for validating each of the 50 American State Assemblies as they enter full Standing status. This process includes:

  1. Examining the structure of each State Assembly militia service
  2. Ensuring that all service options and training materials are safe, benevolent, and defense-only
  3. Verifying that the militia functions as a defensive force, capable of responding to multiple scenarios where natural and manmade disasters play a role in state border disruptions
  4. Confirming that the State Defense Force is shielded from potential tyrannical oversight and prior service member obfuscation leading to potential unsafe acts against State of State and Federal subcontract services

Additional Services Offered by PKTF

Beyond its primary charter, PKTF is exploring the possibility of offering additional services, including:

  1. Ombudsman services (Training)
  2. Assistance for Prior Service Members in clearing undisclosed federal Military Service
  3. Veteran Affairs Services comparable to VFW and The American Legion
  4. Annual service to combat Stolen Valor acts

Ongoing Advocacy and Coordination

A key aspect of PKTF's charter is to provide perpetual advocacy between the Federation Fiduciary office and each State Assembly. This includes:

  1. Evaluating, educating, and coordinating interactions between American State Assembly Militias and their law enforcement counterparts
  2. Maintaining an open-door policy for current Territorial Government de facto Law Enforcement and American Peacekeepers across all jurisdictions or any current Municipal State of State subcontracting agencies still in existence or vestige of service during or after its corporate bankruptcy has ended.
  3. Upholding Public Law while respecting known jurisdictions.

The Importance of State Assembly Participation

The success of PKTF's mission relies heavily on the active participation of each State Assembly Militia. To facilitate this, PKTF encourages State Assemblies to:

  1. Appoint one to three PKTF - Assembly Liaisons from within their own Assembly
  2. Engage in ongoing advocacy efforts
  3. Participate in training and information-sharing to develop proper, peaceful State Assembly Militias

Addressing Confusion and Frustration

If there is ongoing confusion or mounting frustration about the PKTF - Assembly Liaison role within any State Assembly, it may be due to:

  1. The absence of a PKTF - Assembly Liaison
  2. Lack of recognition for existing Liaisons-in-Training by the General Assembly or other State Assembly in need of such liaison information sharing advocacies

It is important to note that not having a PKTF - Assembly Liaison from the same state is not a self-governing practice. Furthermore, failing to welcome The Peacekeeping Task Force's assistance in the Assembly Militia sub-pillar development could be, and will most likely be considered a reckless, irresponsible, and troubling peacekeeping oversight.


Implications for Full Standing and Seatment

Any State Assembly seeking recognition of Full Standing, which leads to Seatment, must utilize a trained and recognized PKTF - Assembly Liaison or Liaison Team. Without this:

  1. The Assembly cannot receive a timely Safety Validation Process
  2. The PKTF Staff Directorate is unable to conduct one-on-one requirements due to limited operational funding


Moving Forward

To establish clarity and ensure effective collaboration, it is crucial that each American and Foreign State Assembly, Land and Soil Jurisdiction seek a competent and available American State National to undertake the training. This will enable these liaisons to easily answer questions about the many positive services and Validation Methods that lay ahead.

By embracing the PKTF - Assembly Liaison role and working closely with The Peacekeeping Task Force, Assemblies can ensure proper development of their militia structures, facilitate effective communication, and progress towards Full Standing and Seatment in a timely and responsible manner. This collaborative approach will ultimately strengthen the principles of American self-governance and protect the rights of all sovereign people, as well as their Citizenry People in service to them.

Thursday, February 20, 2025

The Resurgence Newsletter (Special Edition) is Now Published


Notice -

Simply visit the PKTFnews.org website to find this digital publication half way down on the Homepage.

Please note, this newsletter, as well as The Quarterly Newsletter (a second quarterly release publication) will soon take the place of articles being published periodically throughout each month on this same sight.

For more frequent articles that contains commentary features, please visit our BlogSpot for your readers content convenience.

We hope you enjoy this Special Edition of The Resurgence Newsletter. Likewise we hope to see more of these same quarterly releases throughout each season across each new year.




 

Wednesday, February 19, 2025

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Critical Lifelines: The Role of Amateur Radio and Preparedness in North Carolina's Hurricane Helene Response"

 Leveraging Amateur Radio Systems and Advanced Handheld Devices to Strengthen Emergency Communication Networks Before and After Disasters"

The question has been - "Were all communication systems down or out of commission for extended periods of time during the recent disaster in North Carolina?"

Answer - No. Many analog systems were operational and back to operational status within several days after the damage had impacted the area.


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Key Point in any potential disaster scenario -

Prepare Your Emergency Communication Equipment Ahead of Any Disaster.

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Wherever neighborhood systems were "down" for extended periods, but were, however, in-hand and otherwise mechanically operational and with power, then their "nonoperational status" would have been the result of those handheld systems not having been initially prepared to communicate with frequency confirmation ahead of the disaster.



Map of Fusion Repeaters

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    • : Supported both analog and digital (C4FM) communications during the disaster, enabling emergency coordination.

    • Other Fusion repeaters in Western North Carolina provided dual-mode capabilities, ensuring connectivity for mixed analog and digital users.

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    • The Viking Mountain Repeater (145.410 MHz), initially down due to power outages, was restored within days using donated batteries.

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    • The D10 can connect to the analog side of Fusion repeaters by programming UHF/VHF frequencies, such as those used by Mt. Mitchell.

    • Pre-programming ensures seamless integration into amateur radio networks during emergencies.

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    • Provided reliable communication for field teams when cellular networks were down.

    • Rugged design and long battery life made them ideal for flood-affected areas.

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    • The D10 does not support C4FM digital mode, restricting its use to analog features of Fusion repeaters.

  • Pre-program D10 radios with local repeater frequencies for immediate deployment.

  • Deploy mobile repeaters to extend communication range for both amateur radios and D10 devices when fixed systems are damaged.



Forging Ahead


Moving down the Line With Confidence in Emergency Service Preparedness -


Comprehensive Outline for Emergency Communication Preparedness Like D10 Radios, Amateur Radio Systems, Mobile Repeaters and Other Similar Wireless Systems


I. Overview of the North Carolina Flood Disaster


Impact on Communication Infrastructure:


Cellular towers and power grids were severely damaged, isolating communities.


Amateur radio operators played a critical role in maintaining emergency communication through operational repeaters and HF frequencies.


Some amateur radio systems, such as the Viking Mountain Repeater, were temporarily down but restored within days using donated batteries.


II. Verified Operational and Non-Operational Radio Systems




Operational Systems:

Mt. Mitchell Repeater (145.19 MHz): Provided wide coverage and supported emergency nets for health and welfare updates.




HF Frequencies (40m and 80m bands): Used for regional communication across state lines when local repeaters were insufficient.


Non-Operational Systems:

Viking Mountain Repeater: Initially down due to power loss but restored within days with battery donations.


Other localized repeaters were affected by flooding or power outages but were repaired within a week.


III. Importance of Handheld Radios Like the KaYoTom D10


Key Features of D10 Radios:

Dual-mode operation: UHF/VHF analog compatibility for local communication and 4G LTE Push-to-Talk for long-range/global connectivity.


Rugged design: Waterproof and dust-proof (IP65-rated), suitable for harsh disaster conditions.


Long battery life: Equipped with a 6800mAh battery lasting up to 7 days.


GPS integration: Real-time tracking for locating teams or individuals during search-and-rescue operations.


Advantages During Disasters:

Immediate deployment with pre-programmed frequencies ensures readiness when infrastructure fails.


Dual-mode capability bridges gaps between amateur radio systems and modern cellular networks.


Enables team coordination over wide areas when local repeaters are down.


IV. Importance of Pre-Programming Handheld Radios




Aspect Pre-Programming Effects Ahead of Disasters

+ Post-disaster setup ease of use ready for immediate deployment.

- Time-consuming manual setup delays response efforts.

+ Access to networks ensures compatibility with local amateur repeaters and emergency channels.

- May struggle to identify active frequencies or repeaters.

+ Coordination facilitates seamless communication with pre-assigned groups or teams.

- Delayed coordination due to frequency scanning or tuning.

+ Reliability tested configurations ensure stable operation.

- Risk of misconfiguration under pressure.


V. Role of Mobile Repeaters in Extending Communication






Usefulness After Disasters:

Mobile repeaters can bridge gaps when stationary amateur radio systems are damaged or inaccessible.


They extend the range of handheld radios like the D10, allowing communication between dispatch centers, field teams, and affected communities.


Examples of Deployment:

Portable repeaters can be quickly set up in disaster zones to restore connectivity for both amateur radios and D10 devices.


Mobile units like Tactical Rapid Advanced Communications Kits (TRaCK Box) ensure secure communication networks in remote areas.


Advantages:

Enable real-time updates and coordination over wide areas.


Provide redundancy in case primary systems fail again during recovery efforts.


VI. Importance of Establishing Handheld Radio Systems Before Other Disasters


Scenarios Where Handheld Radios Are Critical:

Tornadoes: Can destroy cellular towers and amateur radio infrastructure; handheld radios provide immediate local communication.


Earthquakes: Severely damage infrastructure; rugged handheld devices like the D10 become essential for rescue coordination.


Wildfires: Spread rapidly over large areas, often cutting off power; handheld radios ensure continuous communication for evacuation and firefighting efforts.


Lessons from Recent Disasters:

In Maui wildfires, tethered drones with cellular nodes were deployed to restore temporary networks, highlighting the need for portable solutions like handheld radios and mobile repeaters during infrastructure failures.


VII. Proposed Plan for Future Disaster Preparedness


Procurement of Handheld Radios:

Invest in KaYoTom D10 radios for emergency responders to ensure dual-mode connectivity (UHF/VHF + LTE).


Pre-Programming and Testing:

Program radios with local repeater frequencies, NOAA weather alerts, and emergency channels.


Conduct regular testing with amateur radio operators to verify compatibility.


Deployment of Mobile Repeaters:

Equip disaster response teams with portable repeaters to extend communication range when fixed systems are down.


Use mobile units to connect isolated areas back to central command centers.


Training and Simulations:

Train personnel on proper use of handheld radios and mobile repeaters.


Simulate disaster scenarios to test system reliability under pressure.


Backup Power Solutions:

Include solar chargers or portable generators in emergency kits to keep handheld devices operational during prolonged outages.


Collaboration With Amateur Radio Operators:

Partner with local ham radio clubs to integrate handheld radios into existing networks during emergencies.


Annual Inspections and Updates:

Perform routine maintenance on handheld radios, mobile repeaters, and other equipment to ensure readiness.


VIII. Benefits of Investing in KaYoTom D10 Radios and Mobile Repeaters




Ensures robust communication even when primary systems fail due to disasters like floods, tornadoes, earthquakes, or fires.


Provides redundancy through dual-mode operation (analog + LTE) for short- and long-range connectivity.


Enhances safety through features like GPS tracking and panic buttons.


Reduces downtime by enabling immediate deployment with pre-programmed channels.


Strengthens coordination between first responders, amateur radio operators, relief teams, and mobile dispatch centers.


IX. Conclusion


By investing in KaYoTom D10 radios alongside mobile repeaters, organizations can ensure comprehensive disaster preparedness that bridges gaps in communication when traditional networks fail. This forward-thinking approach empowers communities by providing reliable tools for both immediate response and long-term recovery efforts during disasters like floods, tornadoes, earthquakes, or fires.


The Peacekeeping Task Force, PeaceBridgeNetwork, and American Peacekeeping Communications have invested in themselves as Emergency Service Providers and their dedication to building upon the expertise to implement these solutions effectively.  By managing preemptive preparation of communication systems while also deploying mobile dispatch centers equipped with advanced repeaters after disasters strike, these emergency peacekeepers will be much better prepared during future catastrophies. With their capabilities, communities can build a resilient communication network that saves lives and accelerates recovery in even the most challenging circumstances.


A Follow-up to our Latest Article Regarding PKTF - Assembly Liaison Participation

A heartfelt thank you goes out to all State Assemblies actively participating in this most noble of peacekeeping advocacy roles: On behal...