I think it's important the chair find out why members of the committee aren't voting. And I mean the chair conduct the check, not staff. Huh? I thought this was supposed to be an adult run organization. IF they don't do their jobs, they need to be kicked (abstain is still a valid vote). If the is an in-person vote -- at a meeting that they received ICANN funds (or reimbursement) to attend, then it is unforgivable.
Unless of course, they are lying in a hospital bed.
I am sure language can be a problem, I am sure Internet access can be a problem, and that we are volunteers can be a problem. But all the people recently not voting have a record of service in ALAC, ICANN and many other voluntary organizations, so what's happening?
Oh, come on. If they are involved in the internet and unable get internet access? Even though it is a voluntary organization, they obligated themselves by making a commitment. If they cannot honor their commitment, then should they be here?