Hi all -
Based on our first meeting, and our discussion about low voter
turnout in the last election, I would like to propose the following
new OGB policy:
Section 3.1 of the OpenSolaris constitution notes that Core Contributors
are "given the responsibility for governance within the Community Group."
Furthermore, Section 4.1 notes "These Members are responsible for ratifying
this Constitution, electing an OGB to oversee the day-to-day operations
of the OpenSolaris Community, and providing guidance to the OGB."
Before Core Contributor grants are issued or renewed, the OGB shall
receive assurance from those individuals that they agree to these
responsibilities and will agree to participate in elections.
Note: I don't believe, under the current constitution, that we can
take any action if they do not follow through - but having a policy
in place (and getting email validation of the policy) before grants
are given/renewed will insure that people are aware of their responsibilities
and may think twice before accepting a core contributor grant.
Research has shown that getting such commitments does lead to better
compliance ("Influence: Science and Practice" Robert B. Cialdini)
I think there may be some voter apathy because people do not realize
that they are expected to vote as part of having this status.
Thoughts?
Valerie
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Valerie Fenwick, http://blogs.sun.com/bubbva
Solaris Security Technologies, Developer, Sun Microsystems, Inc.
17 Network Circle, Menlo Park, CA, 94025.
