Farr, Aaron wrote:
In fact, I think a lot of Merliners are trading a short-term benefit for a long-term pain, but this is just my personal opinion and I won't let this influence my vote as ASF director.
Could you clarify on this?
I think that those who want to avoid incubation think of the short-term impact on their economic interests and don't think about the long term impact of their decision.
If a community is not functional in incubation, it will be tollerated and worked out.
If a community is not functional as TLP, it will simply be dismantled.
Personally, I think Merlin should be proposed with a radical change from the past that signals a strong change in direction (in terms of community management and spirit of collaboration internal and with other projects), a name change (with no magic or presumption) would go a long way.
Also, I would personally suggest Aaron as the chair, as he's a recognized individual by the board and, AFAIK, his involvment has been seen as productive, fair and balanced, also showing the ability to take action would the need emerge.
-- Stefano.
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