I have to agree with Craig, I think we should provide feedback to SG/C Leaders that there should be a second EOI for GNSO candidates.
The first call for EOIs was a relatively short period (2-3 weeks), the call was just before the holiday period, and there was only one
GNSO applicant. Given the CRG will play a critical role in establishing one of ICANN’s accountability mechanism, we want to avoid any questioning of the legitimacy of the formation of the CRG – this includes timing and duration of the call for EOIs. For the
sake of appearances, I think there should be a second EOI.
I also note that in some of our meetings late last year, there were some concerns raised by SSC members about the low number of applications
received for volunteer positions. I don’t know if those concerns still exist with members, or whether they apply to this particular assignment.
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From: Gnso-ssc <gnso-ssc-bounces@icann.org>
On Behalf Of Craig Schwartz via Gnso-ssc
Sent: 07 January 2021 18:05
To: Emily Barabas <emily.barabas@icann.org>
Cc: gnso-ssc@icann.org
Subject: Re: [Gnso-ssc] [Ext] Follow up from January 7 Call
Hi Emily,
Thanks for this. Given the importance of this opportunity and the limited number of EOIs that have been received, I support seeking input from the SG/C Chairs. I have reached out to the RySG
Chair on this, but haven't heard back yet.
Craig
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On Thu, Jan 7, 2021 at 10:21 AM Emily Barabas <emily.barabas@icann.org> wrote:
Dear Craig,
Thank you for the question. It is ultimately the SG/C Chairs that will decide whether a subsequent EOI process will be opened. However, if the SSC would like to provide input on the matter, staff can share this with the SG/C Chairs. SSC members are welcome to share on list whether they think the SSC should provide input to the SG/C Chairs.
Kind regards,
Emily
From: Craig Schwartz <craig@ftld.com>
Date: Thursday, 7 January 2021 at 15:01
To: "gnso-ssc@icann.org" <gnso-ssc@icann.org>
Cc: Emily Barabas <emily.barabas@icann.org>, Carlton Samuels <carlton.samuels@gmail.com>
Subject: [Ext] Follow up from January 7 Call
As I had an unexpected family medical matter to attend to this morning, it compromised my ability to fully participate in the call. I tried to type in the chat when I could.
The only matter for me that isn't clear with respect to next steps is whether or not a subsequent EOI for the CRG will be discussed/conducted to potentially fill the second slot available to the GSNO. Would appreciate hearing from ICANN staff on this.
Thank you,
Craig
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