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About the Wisconsin Repeater Alliance

A nonprofit dedicated to fair, transparent and technically sound repeater coordination for Wisconsin's amateur radio community.

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Who we are

Wisconsin's frequency coordination body

The Wisconsin Repeater Alliance, Inc. is the frequency coordination body responsible for promoting efficient and interference-free operation of amateur radio repeater systems across Wisconsin.

Our purpose is to provide fair, consistent and technically sound frequency coordination while supporting repeater owners, amateur radio clubs, emergency communication organizations and individual operators.

For many years, volunteer coordinators have worked to keep Wisconsin's repeater spectrum organized and accessible. WRA continues that tradition as a modern nonprofit, embracing up-to-date tools and engineering practices that improve coordination, record keeping and spectrum management.

Mission and vision

Our mission

Engineering-based coordination for every Wisconsin repeater

The Wisconsin Repeater Alliance exists to promote the efficient and responsible use of amateur radio repeater spectrum throughout Wisconsin through engineering-based frequency coordination, technical guidance and collaboration with the amateur radio community. We are committed to minimizing interference, preserving spectrum resources, supporting repeater growth and ensuring reliable communications for current and future generations of amateur radio operators.

Our vision

Wisconsin's trusted resource for repeater coordination

To be Wisconsin's trusted resource for amateur radio repeater coordination by providing fair, transparent and technically sound spectrum management, while fostering cooperation among repeater owners, clubs and amateur operators across the state.

What we do

Coordination, review and records for the whole state

Our goal is to ensure that amateur radio spectrum is used efficiently while providing the greatest possible benefit to the amateur radio community.

  • 01Coordination of new repeater systems
  • 02Review of repeater modifications
  • 03Frequency assignment recommendations
  • 04Interference prevention and resolution
  • 05Technical review and engineering analysis
  • 06Maintenance of coordination records
  • 07Spectrum planning and management
  • 08Support for repeater owners and operators

WRA and the Amateur Radio Coordination System

One organization, and the platform it uses to do the work

The organization

Wisconsin Repeater Alliance (WRA)

WRA is responsible for amateur radio repeater frequency coordination, spectrum management, policies, governance and oversight. Coordination decisions remain under the authority of the organization and its governing structure.

How WRA is governed

The platform

Amateur Radio Coordination System (ARCS)

The Amateur Radio Coordination System, developed by KD9HCW, is operated and maintained by WRA to perform the engineering and coordination functions: propagation modeling, interference studies, database management, application processing and coordination workflows.

About ARCS

Governance

How WRA is governed

IRS approved 501(c)(3) certified nonprofit organization. Employer ID Number 42-4481796, public charity status 509(a)(2), effective date of exemption August 17, 2026, contributions deductible.
IRS determination effective August 17, 2026

WRA is a Wisconsin nonprofit corporation operating as a federally recognized 501(c)(3) charitable organization.

The organization is governed by a nine-member Board of Directors elected in accordance with its bylaws. This structure means coordination decisions are made under established policies and Board oversight, not by any single individual, and it builds accountability and transparency into everything we do. Our bylaws are published so the community can see exactly how the organization is run.

Organization
Wisconsin nonprofit corporation
Tax status
501(c)(3) public charity, Section 509(a)(2)
Governance
Nine-member Board of Directors
EIN
42-4481796
Bylaws and policies Read the 501(c)(3) announcement

Our guiding principles

Five commitments behind every coordination decision

  • 1 of 5Engineering firstCoordination decisions are based on accurate technical information and sound engineering practice.
  • 2 of 5FairnessEvery applicant receives consistent and objective consideration.
  • 3 of 5TransparencyOur coordination processes are clear and understandable.
  • 4 of 5CollaborationThe amateur radio community is strongest when repeater owners, clubs and operators work together.
  • 5 of 5StewardshipSpectrum resources are preserved and managed responsibly for future generations.

Be part of Wisconsin's repeater future

Membership and volunteers keep WRA independent, accountable and effective.

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