I note looking at the EPDP list that this request originated with the GAC who then withdrew the request. At first glance while I understand some of the struggles with regards to timelines I think that at this point it may be as Michele notes effectively impossible to grant an extension that does not end up with a spiral of issues and thus impacting the timeline in a more major way than was initially thought, Unless the EPDP as a whole can definitely state that it is impossible to execute the final piece of work then the Council should hold off until the very very last moment before moving forward with a change right now. --- James Gannon --- James Gannon On 13/04/2020 14:05:03, Michele Neylon - Blacknight <michele@blacknight.com> wrote: Rafik Can you provide more details on why there is a need for more time? Is this a feeling shared by the entire WG or is it only some of its members? If an extension is to be granted for how long would that be? More information would be helpful. I’m also personally very concerned that we would be unable to find anyone to replace the current chair. It was a challenge previously but in light of the current situation I would suspect that it would be even harder, possibly bordering on impossible. Regards Michele -- Mr Michele Neylon Blacknight Solutions Hosting, Colocation & Domains https://www.blacknight.com https://blacknight.blog / http://ceo.hosting/ Intl. +353 (0) 59 9183072 Direct Dial: +353 (0)59 9183090 ------------------------------- Blacknight Internet Solutions Ltd, Unit 12A,Barrowside Business Park,Sleaty Road,Graiguecullen,Carlow, R93 X265 ,Ireland Company No.: 370845 From: council <council-bounces@gnso.icann.org> on behalf of Rafik Dammak <rafik.dammak@gmail.com> Date: Monday 13 April 2020 at 05:53 To: Council GNSO <council@gnso.icann.org> Subject: [council] EPDP seeking guidance regarding extension of timeline Hi all, in the last EPDP team call, there was discussion regarding request for extension of the EPDP team timeline taking into account COVID-19 situation. I am sharing this on behalf of the team and as GNSO council liaison to seek guidance from GNSO Council as we approved previously PCR and the updated timeline in last December. I want also to flag an important factor to have in consideration. Any timeline extension might require replacing the current EPDP team chair due to Janis's availability as he cannot continue in that role beyond 30th June. Best, Rafik