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Draft Resolution and draft charter WG EPSRP
by Bart Boswinkel Sept. 14, 2015

Sept. 14, 2015

Dear all, Please find included draft resolution and draft charter for the creation of the WG EPSRP. Background for the WG is the Board request of 25 June 2015 to provide further guidance to provide further guidance on and refinement of the methodology of second string similarity review process. As indicated on the last Council call (20 August), staff would prepare a draft and send it to Council for adoption by email. Please let me know if you have any comments, reservations please respond by 11 September, noon UTC. If no objections or abstentions by that time, staff will send out a call for volunteers on Friday 11 September 2015. Kind regards, Bart Resolution on establishing WG EPSRP Background and introduction At its meeting on 25 June 2015 the ICANN board of Directors requested "the ccNSO, in consultation with other stakeholders, including GAC and SSAC, to provide further guidance on and refinement of the methodology of second string similarity review process, including the interpretation of its split recommendations, to be applied to the relevant current and subsequent cases in the IDN ccTLD Fast Track process as well as to inform the proposed policy for the selection of the IDN ccTLD strings"[1] . As discussed at its meeting on 20 August staff and affected parties have drafted charter as requested. As part of that process Giovanni Seppia (.eu) has indicated his willingness to become chair of the WG. As the scope of the WG is very limited, membership will be limited. In order to meet request that in particular the GAC and SSAC will be consulted, it is suggested that the GAC and SSAC will become participating organisations and as such will, at a minimum, not-object to submitting the recommendations of the WG to the Board of directors. Draft Resolution The ccNSO Council adopts the proposed charter for the Working group to provide guidance on aspects string similarity review - (WG EPSRP) and request the secretariat to send out a call for volunteers, which should takes into account the requirements listed in the charter. The ccNSO Council appoints Giovanni Seppia (.eu) as chair of the WG. The ccNSO Council also request its chair to invite the GAC and SSAC as participation organization in the WG in order to meet the relevant request of the ICANN Board resolution of 25 June 2015 to involve GAC and SSAC and as envisioned in the charter. ________________________________ [1] https://features.icann.org/refinement-second-similarity-review-evaluation-i…

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Sponsors for ccNSO Cocktail - Dublin
by Kimberly Carlson Sept. 14, 2015

Sept. 14, 2015

Dear all, We are now looking for sponsors for the ccNSO organised ccTLD Cocktail Event on Tuesday night, 20 October in Dublin! Should your registry be interested in sponsoring this event, please let me know as soon as possible. Any amount is welcome and appreciated! Kind regards, Kim Carlson

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Second Reminder: Additional call for volunteers ccNSO Delegate ICANN 2016 NomCom
by Bart Boswinkel Sept. 14, 2015

Sept. 14, 2015

Dear all, This is the second and final friendly reminder of the call for volunteers to serve on the NomCom. The (self-) nomination process will close at 15 September 2015, 17.00 UTC. If you are interested and want to (self-)nominate, please send me an email, and include a brief motivation, why you wish to serve on the NomCom as ccNSO delegate. Kind regards, Bart Boswinkel From: Bart Boswinkel <bart.boswinkel(a)icann.org<mailto:bart.boswinkel@icann.org>> Date: Tuesday 8 September 2015 09:14 To: "ccnso-members(a)icann.org<mailto:ccnso-members@icann.org>" <ccnso-members(a)icann.org<mailto:ccnso-members@icann.org>>, "cctldcommunity(a)cctld-managers.org<mailto:cctldcommunity@cctld-managers.org>" <cctldcommunity(a)cctld-managers.org<mailto:cctldcommunity@cctld-managers.org>> Cc: "ccnso-council(a)icann.org<mailto:ccnso-council@icann.org>" <ccnso-council(a)icann.org<mailto:ccnso-council@icann.org>> Subject: Additional call for volunteers ccNSO Delegate ICANN 2016 NomCom Dear all, On 10 August 2015 the secretariat send out a call for volunteers to the ccTLD community, calling for volunteers to serve on ICANN's nominating Committee. The closing date of the call was 17 August. The ccNSO Council has been made aware that some members of the community commented on the procedure, in particular the concern about the non-conformity of the procedure with an established cNSO Guideline on Appointment of Delegate to the Nominating Committee (2008). In order to meet the concerns raised and according to the power vested in the ccNSO Council by the Guideline, the ccNSO Council has established a procedure for the 2016 NomCom Appointment (the Council resolution of 4 September 2015 will be posted shortly at: http://ccnso.icann.org/about/council/decisions-resolutions.htm) In accordance with the Council resolution we are now looking for a volunteer to serve on ICANN's Nominating Committee (NomCom) on behalf of the ccNSO. Candidates may self-nominate. Those of you who have already self-nominated during the previous round will remain candidates. If you are interested in serving in this position, please, let me, Bart Boswinkel, know by sending me an email (bart.boswinkel(a)icann.org<mailto:bart.boswinkel@icann.org>) which should include a short motivation why you wish to serve on the NomCom. Last day for nomination is 15 September 2015, 17.00 UTC. The list of candidates and will be presented to all ccNSO Councillors, who will then take a decision by email vote. The NomCom is an independent committee tasked with selecting eight members of the Board of Directors and other key positions within ICANN's structure. For the last two years, this position has been filled by Juhani Juselius (.fi), who is not eligible to serve another term any more. The 2016 NomCom will select 3 Directors of the ICANN Board, 2 members of the ALAC, 1 member of the GNSO Council, and 1 member of the ccNSO Council. Please, find some more information on the criteria for serving in this role at the end of this email. Also, see https://www.icann.org/resources/pages/nomcom-2013-12-13-en for more information on the NomCom. Kind regards, Bart === Specific criteria for selecting a delegate to the NomCom is provided in Article VII, Section 4 of ICANN's Bylaws (http://www.icann.org/en/about/governance/bylaws#VII) "Section 4. CRITERIA FOR SELECTION OF NOMINATING COMMITTEE DELEGATES Delegates to the ICANN Nominating Committee shall be: 1. Accomplished persons of integrity, objectivity, and intelligence, with reputations for sound judgment and open minds, and with experience and competence with collegial large group decision-making; 2. Persons with wide contacts, broad experience in the Internet community, and a commitment to the success of ICANN; 3. Persons whom the selecting body is confident will consult widely and accept input in carrying out their responsibilities; 4. Persons who are neutral and objective, without any fixed personal commitments to particular individuals, organizations, or commercial objectives in carrying out their Nominating Committee responsibilities; 5. Persons with an understanding of ICANN's mission and the potential impact of ICANN's activities on the broader Internet community who are willing to serve as volunteers, without compensation other than the reimbursement of certain expenses; and 6. Persons who are able to work and communicate in written and spoken English. All 2016 NomCom members should be able to attend the first formal meeting of the 2016 NomCom in Dublin, Ireland which is anticipated to be held at the conclusion of the ICANN 54 meeting, 18 - 22 October 2015. Travel and hotel accommodation will be provided. * NomCom delegates should have a high level network of contacts essential to candidate recruitment * Eligibility Exception - No person who is an employee of or paid consultant to ICANN (including the Ombudsman) shall simultaneously serve in any of the Nominating Committee positions as described in Article VII, Section 2 of ICANN's Bylaws (https://www.icann.org/resources/pages/bylaws-2012-02-25-en#VII-2) * The person should be able to join monthly teleconferences (typically 13:00 or 14:00 UTC). Note that the committee's workload will increase significantly during Apr/May/June 2016 when the candidate assessment process will be at its busiest. Conference calls are held more frequently (typically weekly) during this time as well. * The person must be able to attend the NomCom selection meeting in late June 2016. * The person should be willing to work in a large, consensus-oriented committee. The NomCom have guideline <https://www.icann.org/resources/pages/2015-guidelines-2014-11-14-en> and procedure <https://www.icann.org/resources/pages/2015-procedures-2014-11-14-en> documents for reference that provide additional information about the work of the NomCom.

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ICANN Board comments on the CCWG proposal
by Chris Disspain Sept. 12, 2015

Sept. 12, 2015

All, Board comments have now been posted. For ease of reference they are attached. Cheers, Chris > > _______________________________________________ >

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Reminder: Additional call for volunteers ccNSO Delegate ICANN 2016 NomCom
by Bart Boswinkel Sept. 10, 2015

Sept. 10, 2015

Dear all, As a friendly reminder the call for volunteers to serve on the NomCom is open until 15 September 2015, 17.00 UTC. If you are interested and want to (self-)nominate, please send me an email, and include a brief motivation, why you wish to serve on the NomCom as ccNSO delegate. Kind regards, Bart Boswinkel From: Bart Boswinkel <bart.boswinkel(a)icann.org<mailto:bart.boswinkel@icann.org>> Date: Tuesday 8 September 2015 09:14 To: "ccnso-members(a)icann.org<mailto:ccnso-members@icann.org>" <ccnso-members(a)icann.org<mailto:ccnso-members@icann.org>>, "cctldcommunity(a)cctld-managers.org<mailto:cctldcommunity@cctld-managers.org>" <cctldcommunity(a)cctld-managers.org<mailto:cctldcommunity@cctld-managers.org>> Cc: "ccnso-council(a)icann.org<mailto:ccnso-council@icann.org>" <ccnso-council(a)icann.org<mailto:ccnso-council@icann.org>> Subject: Additional call for volunteers ccNSO Delegate ICANN 2016 NomCom Dear all, On 10 August 2015 the secretariat send out a call for volunteers to the ccTLD community, calling for volunteers to serve on ICANN's nominating Committee. The closing date of the call was 17 August. The ccNSO Council has been made aware that some members of the community commented on the procedure, in particular the concern about the non-conformity of the procedure with an established cNSO Guideline on Appointment of Delegate to the Nominating Committee (2008). In order to meet the concerns raised and according to the power vested in the ccNSO Council by the Guideline, the ccNSO Council has established a procedure for the 2016 NomCom Appointment (the Council resolution of 4 September 2015 will be posted shortly at: http://ccnso.icann.org/about/council/decisions-resolutions.htm) In accordance with the Council resolution we are now looking for a volunteer to serve on ICANN's Nominating Committee (NomCom) on behalf of the ccNSO. Candidates may self-nominate. Those of you who have already self-nominated during the previous round will remain candidates. If you are interested in serving in this position, please, let me, Bart Boswinkel, know by sending me an email (bart.boswinkel(a)icann.org<mailto:bart.boswinkel@icann.org>) which should include a short motivation why you wish to serve on the NomCom. Last day for nomination is 15 September 2015, 17.00 UTC. The list of candidates and will be presented to all ccNSO Councillors, who will then take a decision by email vote. The NomCom is an independent committee tasked with selecting eight members of the Board of Directors and other key positions within ICANN's structure. For the last two years, this position has been filled by Juhani Juselius (.fi), who is not eligible to serve another term any more. The 2016 NomCom will select 3 Directors of the ICANN Board, 2 members of the ALAC, 1 member of the GNSO Council, and 1 member of the ccNSO Council. Please, find some more information on the criteria for serving in this role at the end of this email. Also, see https://www.icann.org/resources/pages/nomcom-2013-12-13-en for more information on the NomCom. Kind regards, Bart === Specific criteria for selecting a delegate to the NomCom is provided in Article VII, Section 4 of ICANN's Bylaws (http://www.icann.org/en/about/governance/bylaws#VII) "Section 4. CRITERIA FOR SELECTION OF NOMINATING COMMITTEE DELEGATES Delegates to the ICANN Nominating Committee shall be: 1. Accomplished persons of integrity, objectivity, and intelligence, with reputations for sound judgment and open minds, and with experience and competence with collegial large group decision-making; 2. Persons with wide contacts, broad experience in the Internet community, and a commitment to the success of ICANN; 3. Persons whom the selecting body is confident will consult widely and accept input in carrying out their responsibilities; 4. Persons who are neutral and objective, without any fixed personal commitments to particular individuals, organizations, or commercial objectives in carrying out their Nominating Committee responsibilities; 5. Persons with an understanding of ICANN's mission and the potential impact of ICANN's activities on the broader Internet community who are willing to serve as volunteers, without compensation other than the reimbursement of certain expenses; and 6. Persons who are able to work and communicate in written and spoken English. All 2016 NomCom members should be able to attend the first formal meeting of the 2016 NomCom in Dublin, Ireland which is anticipated to be held at the conclusion of the ICANN 54 meeting, 18 - 22 October 2015. Travel and hotel accommodation will be provided. * NomCom delegates should have a high level network of contacts essential to candidate recruitment * Eligibility Exception - No person who is an employee of or paid consultant to ICANN (including the Ombudsman) shall simultaneously serve in any of the Nominating Committee positions as described in Article VII, Section 2 of ICANN's Bylaws (https://www.icann.org/resources/pages/bylaws-2012-02-25-en#VII-2) * The person should be able to join monthly teleconferences (typically 13:00 or 14:00 UTC). Note that the committee's workload will increase significantly during Apr/May/June 2016 when the candidate assessment process will be at its busiest. Conference calls are held more frequently (typically weekly) during this time as well. * The person must be able to attend the NomCom selection meeting in late June 2016. * The person should be willing to work in a large, consensus-oriented committee. The NomCom have guideline <https://www.icann.org/resources/pages/2015-guidelines-2014-11-14-en> and procedure <https://www.icann.org/resources/pages/2015-procedures-2014-11-14-en> documents for reference that provide additional information about the work of the NomCom.

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39-2015: New gTLD Auction Proceeds Discussion Paper
by Gabriella Schittek Sept. 9, 2015

Sept. 9, 2015

Dear Councillors, Please, can you let me know by 11 September 2015 at the latest, in case you do not agree with Triage recommendation 39-2015: New gTLD Auction Proceeds Discussion Paper. Thanks! Gabi == Topic: 39-2015: New gTLD Auction Proceeds Discussion Paper Originator: GNSO Summary of request: This is a discussion paper, summarising all information and input on the proceeds from ICANN-conducted auctions for contested new gTLDs. It is also outlining potential questions and issues to be addressed in the subsequent phases of the process to determine next steps in relation to new gTLD Auction Proceeds. Date received: 9 September 2015 Last day for Comments/input/response, if any: 18 October 2015 Recommended action, if any: No Action Expertise needed, if any: Legal, managerial Impact on ccNSO/ccTLDs: Low

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ccNSO Council submission on ICG Proposal Stewardship Transition
by Bart Boswinkel Sept. 8, 2015

Sept. 8, 2015

Dear all, The ccNSO Council has commented on the Proposal to Transition the Stewardship of the Internet Assigned Numbers Authority (IANA) Functions, in particular on section 1027, the current status of the Framework of Interpretation (FOI), and section 1036, References to documentation of policy development and dispute resolution processes. With regard to the FOI, the ICG is recommended to update the text to reflect the current state of affairs ( the FOI was adopted buy the ICANN Board of directors in June 2015). With respect to the references to documentation etc.section, the ICG is recommended to remove the reference to ICP-1 from section 1036. The full comment can be viewed at: https://comments.ianacg.org/pdf/submission/submission49.pdf Kind regards, Bart

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Additional call for volunteers ccNSO Delegate ICANN 2016 NomCom
by Bart Boswinkel Sept. 8, 2015

Sept. 8, 2015

Dear all, On 10 August 2015 the secretariat send out a call for volunteers to the ccTLD community, calling for volunteers to serve on ICANN's nominating Committee. The closing date of the call was 17 August. The ccNSO Council has been made aware that some members of the community commented on the procedure, in particular the concern about the non-conformity of the procedure with an established cNSO Guideline on Appointment of Delegate to the Nominating Committee (2008). In order to meet the concerns raised and according to the power vested in the ccNSO Council by the Guideline, the ccNSO Council has established a procedure for the 2016 NomCom Appointment (the Council resolution of 4 September 2015 will be posted shortly at: http://ccnso.icann.org/about/council/decisions-resolutions.htm) In accordance with the Council resolution we are now looking for a volunteer to serve on ICANN's Nominating Committee (NomCom) on behalf of the ccNSO. Candidates may self-nominate. Those of you who have already self-nominated during the previous round will remain candidates. If you are interested in serving in this position, please, let me, Bart Boswinkel, know by sending me an email (bart.boswinkel(a)icann.org) which should include a short motivation why you wish to serve on the NomCom. Last day for nomination is 15 September 2015, 17.00 UTC. The list of candidates and will be presented to all ccNSO Councillors, who will then take a decision by email vote. The NomCom is an independent committee tasked with selecting eight members of the Board of Directors and other key positions within ICANN's structure. For the last two years, this position has been filled by Juhani Juselius (.fi), who is not eligible to serve another term any more. The 2016 NomCom will select 3 Directors of the ICANN Board, 2 members of the ALAC, 1 member of the GNSO Council, and 1 member of the ccNSO Council. Please, find some more information on the criteria for serving in this role at the end of this email. Also, see https://www.icann.org/resources/pages/nomcom-2013-12-13-en for more information on the NomCom. Kind regards, Bart === Specific criteria for selecting a delegate to the NomCom is provided in Article VII, Section 4 of ICANN's Bylaws (http://www.icann.org/en/about/governance/bylaws#VII) "Section 4. CRITERIA FOR SELECTION OF NOMINATING COMMITTEE DELEGATES Delegates to the ICANN Nominating Committee shall be: 1. Accomplished persons of integrity, objectivity, and intelligence, with reputations for sound judgment and open minds, and with experience and competence with collegial large group decision-making; 2. Persons with wide contacts, broad experience in the Internet community, and a commitment to the success of ICANN; 3. Persons whom the selecting body is confident will consult widely and accept input in carrying out their responsibilities; 4. Persons who are neutral and objective, without any fixed personal commitments to particular individuals, organizations, or commercial objectives in carrying out their Nominating Committee responsibilities; 5. Persons with an understanding of ICANN's mission and the potential impact of ICANN's activities on the broader Internet community who are willing to serve as volunteers, without compensation other than the reimbursement of certain expenses; and 6. Persons who are able to work and communicate in written and spoken English. All 2016 NomCom members should be able to attend the first formal meeting of the 2016 NomCom in Dublin, Ireland which is anticipated to be held at the conclusion of the ICANN 54 meeting, 18 - 22 October 2015. Travel and hotel accommodation will be provided. * NomCom delegates should have a high level network of contacts essential to candidate recruitment * Eligibility Exception - No person who is an employee of or paid consultant to ICANN (including the Ombudsman) shall simultaneously serve in any of the Nominating Committee positions as described in Article VII, Section 2 of ICANN's Bylaws (https://www.icann.org/resources/pages/bylaws-2012-02-25-en#VII-2) * The person should be able to join monthly teleconferences (typically 13:00 or 14:00 UTC). Note that the committee's workload will increase significantly during Apr/May/June 2016 when the candidate assessment process will be at its busiest. Conference calls are held more frequently (typically weekly) during this time as well. * The person must be able to attend the NomCom selection meeting in late June 2016. * The person should be willing to work in a large, consensus-oriented committee. The NomCom have guideline <https://www.icann.org/resources/pages/2015-guidelines-2014-11-14-en> and procedure <https://www.icann.org/resources/pages/2015-procedures-2014-11-14-en> documents for reference that provide additional information about the work of the NomCom.

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Election of ccNSO delegate to NomCom
by Nigel Roberts Sept. 7, 2015

Sept. 7, 2015

In the absence of any concerns expressed, will this now be progressed as stated, perhaps sometime today? > Dear all, > Please find include a draft resolution on the Procedure for nomination and selection of the ccNSO appointee on the FY 2016 NomCom. > > May I suggest you express your concern, if any, to the list and/or indicate if you can support the resolution by Friday 4 September 2015. > Kind regards, > Bart >

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Draft Submission on ICG Proposal
by Bart Boswinkel Sept. 6, 2015

Sept. 6, 2015

Dear all, Please find included ( in the body of the email and as word document) the draft for the submission on the ICG proposal, as prepared by Becky, Keith and Nigel. Please note closing date of the public comment period is 8 September, 23.59 UTC. In order to meet the deadline could you be so kind to send comment, if any, by 5 September 18.00 UTC. This would provide us time to update the document in time for submission. The team would also appreciate expressions of support:-) Thank you and kind regards, Bart ------------------------------------------------------------ ccNSO Council Submission on the Proposal to Transition the Stewardship of the Internet Assigned Numbers Authority (IANA) Functions 7 September 2015 The ccNSO Council welcomes the opportunity to review the Proposal to Transition the Stewardship of the Internet Assigned Numbers Authority (IANA) Functions from the U.S. Commerce Department’s National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) to the Global Multistakeholder Community. The comments of the ccNSO council focus on sections 1027 and 1036 of the ICG’s Proposal. This submission was adopted by the ccNSO Council (unanimously/majority) through email vote on 7 September 2015. On behalf of the ccNSO Council Byron Holland, Chair Framework of Interpretation (Section 1027) The Council wishes to bring to your attention that certain statements set out in section 1027 of the consolidated IANA stewardship Transition proposal are rendered obsolete.. >From the Proposal (s.1027) “The ccNSO formally endorsed the FOIWG’s Final Report in February 2015 and transmitted it to the ICANN Board of Directors. It is currently pending review and adoption by the ICANN Board.” The Framework of Interpretation (FOI) is no longer pending. At its meeting on 25 June 2015 ICANN’s Board of Directors adopted and endorsed the Framework of Interpretation without reservation. The Board of ICANN directed that “the CEO & President or his designee to develop an implementation plan for the recommendations for community consideration through a public comment, and to implement the plan when finalized.”[1] We understand the difficulty to reflect the current state-of affairs of the matters documented in the proposal. However, in order given the paramount importance of the Framework of Interpretation in the context of delegation and re-delegations of ccTLDs, it is also important that there be a defined and current baseline documentation available post-transition. Accordingly, we recommend the ICG, to consider the Proposal a 'living instrument' and update it from time-to-time to accurately reflect the actual and current state of affairs regarding the Framework of Interpretation. We suggest it is updated by the ICG up and until the submission of the Transition Proposal to the ICANN Board of Directors. The ccNSO Council undertakes to inform the ICG on future relevant matters relating to the Framework of Interpretation, if any, to assist the ICG in keeping the Proposal up to date with respect to all matters pertaining to ccTLDs. References to documentation of policy development and dispute resolution processes (ccTLDs) (Section 1036) The ccNSO Council notes that the list of reference documentation of policy development and dispute resolution process (ccTLDs), section 1036, includes a reference to ICP-1, carrying the implication that ICP-1 is policy. The ccNSO Council regrets this, and believes that this reference creates unnecessary ambiguity and uncertainty now and, more importantly, for the post-transition landscape. The ccNSO Council further regrets that the inclusion of such a reference has unnecessarily re-opened a debate on the proposal as a whole, and as a result has had a adverse effect on the support for the Stewardship Proposal by the ccTLD community. Inclusion of a reference to ICP-1 in this way is incorrect. It is not a document of policy development and dispute resolution processes as implied by the heading of this section. As noted in section 1027 of the Proposal, the ccTLD community and the ccNSO have very longstanding and formal objections to ICP-1 on the grounds of both content and procedure. Further, as noted above, section 1025 of the Proposal, following formal submision of the Framework of Interpretation, the ICANN board has agreed to our recommendation that ICANN is to archive ICP-1, News Memo – 1 and also the GAC Principles 2000 (superseded by the GAC Principles 2005[2]). Also, the Framework of Interpretation, accepted unanimously by ccTLD members of the ccNSO, articulates that RFC1591 and the 2005 GAC Principles are they only applicable policies and guidelines for delegations and redelegations of ccTLDs. Finally, we observe that referencing ICP-1 alone in this section is inconsistent. Either, all obsolete and non-policy documentation should be included, or only actual and current documentation. In the first case News Memo – 1 and the GAC Principles 2000 along with several early RFCs should be included as well (marking them as obsolete and their status of archived), or none of them should be referenced at all. The ccNSO Council therefore recommends and requests appropriate editorial changes, which can be achieved by removing the reference to ICP-1 in section 1036 altogether, and including a footnote referencing the removal clearly indicating the non-status of ICP-1 as well as News Memo 1 and GAC Principles from 2000 (the latter having been formally superseded by the GAC). ________________________________ [1] https://features.icann.org/adoption-framework-interpretation-cctld-delegati…<https://features.icann.org/adoption-framework-interpretation-cctld-delegati…> [2] In addition the ccNSO Council recommended the ICANN Board that certain documents including the GAC Principles 2000 (which the GAC superseded in 2005), ICANN's ICP1 (https://www.icann.org/resources/pages/delegation-2012-02-25-en) and News Memo 1 (http://www.iana.org/reports/1997/cctld-news-oct1997.html) should be archived and considered no longer used by ICANN staff. See Board resolution 25 June 2015.

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