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[ SECRETARIAT ] ISPCP Conference Call
by Mark McFadden - ISPCP Secretariat Feb. 27, 2008

Feb. 27, 2008

All: An ISPCP conference call has been scheduled for tomorrow, 28 February 2008. The topic to be discussed is the drafting of a statement on gNSO reform. According to timeandate.com the meeting time will be: London/UK Thursday, February 28 at 1700 (5:00pm) Paris/Berlin/Munich Thursday, February 28 at 1800 (6:00pm) Buenos Aires Thursday, February 28 at 1500 (3:00pm) New York/Boston/Washington Thursday, February 28 at 1200 (noon) Madison Thursday, February 28 at 1100 (11:00am) Dial in details are as follows: participant code = 88366364# UK dialin = +44 (0)870 850 6521 UK free phone = +44 (0)800 012 1176 US dialin = +1 718 354 1289 or +1 408 961 6587 US toll free = +1 866 811 4607 Argentina free phone = +54 (0)800 666 1864 Australia free phone = +61 1 800 988 365 Austria free phone = +43 (0)800 295 841 Belgium free phone = +32 220 061 80 Canada free phone = +1 800 630 2419 Czech Republic free phone = +42 800 900 584 Denmark free phone = +45 80 887 206 Finland free phone = +358 (0)800 914 510 France free phone = +33 (0)800 970 061 Germany free phone = +49 (0)800 000 3672 India free phone = +91 000 800 440 1142 Ireland free phone = +353 1 800 882 056 Italy free phone = +39 800 970 071 Japan free phone +81 0120 113 814 Netherlands free phone = +31 (0)800 020 0768 Spain free phone = +34 900 81 10 58 Commands during the conference call: *0 = request operator assistance #0 = conference help menu *6 = mute your own line Mark McFadden Secretariat, ISPCP Constituency mcfadden(a)ispcp.info

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Public Comments Requested on DNS Stability: The Effect of New gTLDs on the Internet Domain Name System
by Mark McFadden - ISPCP Secretariat Feb. 7, 2008

Feb. 7, 2008

http://www.icann.org/announcements/announcement-06feb08.htm Public Comments Requested on DNS Stability: The Effect of New gTLDs on the Internet Domain Name System 6 February 2008 DNS Stability: The Effect of New Generic Top Level Domains on the Internet Domain Name System [PDF, 53K] The ICANN community has recently completed a policy development process regarding the introduction of new generic top-level domains (gTLDs). This effort took place within ICANN's Generic Names Supporting Organization (GNSO) (see http://gnso.icann.org/) and resulted in a set of recommendations (see http://gnso.icann.org/issues/new-gtlds/pdp-dec05-fr-parta-08aug07.htm#_Toc43 798015) to guide ICANN in introducing new gTLDs to the namespace. In its recommendations, the GNSO concluded that "ICANN must implement a process that allows the introduction of new top-level domains," and called for a procedure respecting the principles of fairness, transparency and non-discrimination. In preparing for the expected implementation of the gTLD policy recommendations, staff is conducting some review and analysis of the technical issues involved in this development. The addition of gTLDs to the namespace is an expansion of the DNS on a potentially large scale, to include many more names at the top level. One of the policy recommendations developed in relation to the introduction of new gTLDs included the requirement that "Strings must not cause any technical instability." ICANN is publishing this paper to solicit informed input on the technical issues relevant to the addition of new gTLDs, and to provide transparency toward how it will interpret and implement this recommendation. The goal is a clear set of rules that will be available to potential new gTLD applicants; so that it is known from the outset what tests will be applied to each application. ICANN is seeking feedback on the proposed approach as a step in its implementation planning for the introduction of new gTLDs. Comments may be submitted to new-gtlds-dns-stability(a)icann.org by March 7 2008. Comments can be viewed at http://forum.icann.org/lists/new-gtlds-dns-stability/. For more information about the New gTLD Program, please go to http://www.icann.org/topics/new-gtld-program.htm. [ from the gNSO Secretariat ]

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Updated GNSO related events schedule
by Mark McFadden - ISPCP Secretariat Feb. 7, 2008

Feb. 7, 2008

>From the gNSO Secretariat: a schedule of events for the gNSO in Delhi. Attached please find the updated schedule. Some of the rooms have been changed. There will be no lunch served on Saturday, but there are a number of places in the hotel to have lunch or a snack. There will be some printed copies of the agenda.

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Input sought on ICANN budget and operating plan
by Mark McFadden - ISPCP Secretariat Feb. 6, 2008

Feb. 6, 2008

>From ICANN's Vice President for Policy: Your opportunity to provide input -- collectively, and individually -- on ICANN's budget and operating plan for the next three fiscal years has begun. A public comment email list will be opened on the "Initial Operating Plan and Budget Framework" <http://icann.org/announcements/announcement-2-04feb08.htm>, and it will be discussed in Delhi at a workshop on Wednesday, 13 February from 16:30 - 17:30. Additionally, ICANN's COO, CFO, and I will be available to discuss the overall proposals, and elements directly related to Policy Development, with constituencies in Delhi and via conference calls afterwards. Please email me Glen to schedule a discussion. As I noted previously, a new approach has been taken this year to allow more time for community consultation and to provide a three year projection for ICANN's operating plan and budget. The process was launched four months earlier this year with the posting of initial proposals to jump-start discussions at the Delhi meeting. The proposed budget and operating plan is based on the June 2008 - July 2011 Strategic Plan <http://www.icann.org/strategic-plan/>, on which public comment was sought last year, and on the current operating plan and department budgets. A series of consultations and a public comment period will be held through March (approximately), and then staff will incorporate the input, as appropriate, and a proposed Operating Plan and Budget will be available for further public comment until mid-May (approximately). The Board is scheduled to consider and vote on the Operating Plan and Budget in June. ICANN's next fiscal year begins on 1 July 2008. Please take time to review these initial proposals and provide your input. Items that may be of particular interest to the GNSO include: - A revenue budget for FY09 of about $61MM. This assumes modest transaction growth, contractually planned increases in Registry fees, and factors in the proposal of the elimination of ICANN fee refunds during the AGP. - Increases in the new gTLD and IDN projects from a base cost of about $3.7MM in FY08 to almost $14.3MM. This includes expenses to complete the policy implementation elements, and the start-up expenses for going into operation. In the three-year projection model, total expenses go down by almost $5MM in FY2010 as these start-up expenses are no longer needed. - Increases in other initiatives from about $13.1MM to about $19.9MM, including compliance activities, registrant protection, infrastructure, and security. The deliverables are shown in the operating plan. - Increases to complete organizational reviews and implement organizational improvements, including funding operational and structural changes to the GNSO. - Increases in Policy Development support over the next three fiscal years, including funds to retain expert analysis to inform key policy discussions, and provide additional secretariat support to SOs, constituencies and Advisory Committees. Again, the intent is provide a rough draft to engage the community in meaningful budget and operating plan discussions that will help us produce a draft plans for further comment. I look forward to seeing those of you who will be in Delhi. Regards, Denise -- Denise Michel ICANN VP, Policy denise.michel(a)icann.org

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[ SECRETARIAT ] Cross Constituency Meeting Details and Agenda
by Mark McFadden - ISPCP Secretariat Feb. 6, 2008

Feb. 6, 2008

gNSO Cross Constituency Meeting The ISPCP helps to organize a joint constituency meeting between the ISPs, Business Constituency and the Intellectual Property Constituency. This meeting will be no different - at the Delhi meeting the Cross Constituency meeting will take place on Tuesday, 12 February from 10:30am to 12:30pm in room Sheesh Mahalthe. The agenda is as follows: Agenda Introduction 5 mins - Tony Holmes 1. GNSO Reform - Tony Holmes/Philip Sheppard 60 mins 2. gTLDs (issues/concerns/ progress/timetable) - 20 mins (IPC to nominate) 3. Fast Flux hosting - Mike Rodenbaugh - 20 mins 4 Wrap up/ end of session with Board - 5 mins - Tony Holmes 5. Recap on major points for further dialogue in Constituencies 10 mins - Nick Wood/ Philip Sheppard Mark McFadden Secretariat, ISPCP Constituency mcfadden(a)ispcp.info

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ICANN Posts Initial Operating Plan and Budget
by Mark McFadden - ISPCP Secretariat Feb. 5, 2008

Feb. 5, 2008

http://www.icann.org/announcements/announcement-2-04feb08.htm ICANN Posts Initial Operating Plan and Budget Framework for Fiscal Year 2009 4 February 2008 The Initial Operating Plan and Budget Framework [PDF, 904K] kicks off the operational planning process for ICANN, providing the community with a first look at planned work and costs for fiscal year 2009. The planning approach this year accelerates the date when information is available to the community, and extends the review period, so the community has the maximum opportunity to provide input and help mold the fiscal year 2009 budget. Some new characteristics of this year's approach to planning include: * Review of the operating plan activities and anticipated expenses at the same time (in the past, done separately). * A three-year budget model for ICANN, to better put fiscal year 2009 into perspective. Again, the three-year budget model points out the criticality of reaching community consensus on many of the questions/assumptions still to be addressed for new gTLDs. * A structured presentation of operating plan activities that both allows for summarization, thus making it more accessible and tractable, while still providing adequate detail in areas in which various community members have specific interest. The Initial Operating Plan and Budget Framework will be reviewed in a public workshop in Delhi, and kicks off a five month long consultation with the community leading up to anticipated adoption of a budget by ICANN's board in June. [ from the gNSO Secretariat ] Mark McFadden Secretariat, ISPCP Constituency mcfadden(a)ispcp.info

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[ SECRETARIAT ] Agenda for Dehli ISPCP Constituency Meeting
by Mark McFadden - ISPCP Secretariat Feb. 5, 2008

Feb. 5, 2008

As agreed at our ISPCP conference call this morning, here is the agenda for the Dehli ISPCP Constituency Meeting: 1. Welcome and Introductions. 2. Agenda review and approval. 3. Update on arrangements for ISPCP and ccTLD arrangements. 4. Status update and ISPCP action on gNSO reform. 5. Domain name tasting review and ISPCP action. 6. Review of progress on new gTLDs. 7. whois 8. Domain name transfers. 9. IDNs 10. AOB 11. Adjourn The Secretariat regrets that remote participation facilities have not been made available for the Dehli meeting. Mark McFadden Secretariat, ISPCP Constituency mcfadden(a)ispcp.info

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[ SECRETARIAT ] Draft Agenda, Apologies and a Follow-up Call
by Mark McFadden - ISPCP Secretariat Feb. 4, 2008

Feb. 4, 2008

All: Here is the draft agenda for the upcoming ISPCP meeting in Dehli: 1. Welcome and Introductions. 2. Agenda review and approval. 3. Update on arrangements for ISPCP and ccTLD arrangements. 4. Status update and ISPCP action on gNSO reform. 5. Domain name tasting review and ISPCP action. 6. Review of progress on new gTLDs. 7. whois 8. Domain name transfers. 9. IDNs 10. AOB 11. Adjourn The secretariat apologies for the difficulties with the most recent ISPCP conference call! I am very sorry that some of you were unable to participate. I was trying to fix the problem during the call, but I had many difficulties doing so. The ISPCP Executive has decided to hold one final preparatory ISPCP conference call: Tuesday 5 February 2008 1600 GMT 1700 Paris, Nice, Berlin, Munich 1100 Boston, Washington DC 1000 Chicago Here are the call details: Participant code 883 663 64# Dial-in numbers: Toll US: +1 718 354 1289 Toll free in the US is currently a mystery to me, sorry Maggie! Freephone UK: +44 0870 850 6521 Toll UK: +44 0800 012 1176 France: +33 1712 30790 or +33 (0)800 970 061 Germany: +49 69 9509 6471 or +49 (0) 800 000 3672 or +49 (0) 69 500 71 176 Mark McFadden Secretariat, ISPCP Constituency mcfadden(a)ispcp.info

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Transportation from the airport to the hotels in New Delhi
by Mark McFadden - ISPCP Secretariat Feb. 4, 2008

Feb. 4, 2008

There will be an ICANN help desk just outside the arrivals area and there will be complementary shuttles to the hotels. This service begins at 20:00 on the 7th and runs until 14:00 on the 11th. People will be responsible to arrange their own transportation back to the airport. [ from the gNSO Secretariat ]

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ICANN Exploring Certification of Backend Registry Operators
by Mark McFadden - ISPCP Secretariat Feb. 4, 2008

Feb. 4, 2008

http://www.icann.org/announcements/announcement-2-31jan08.htm ICANN Exploring Certification of Backend Registry Operators 31 January 2008 * * In advance of the ICANN meeting in New Delhi, India, this announcement is to inform the community that ICANN is exploring a potential initiative for the certification of backend registry operators for new gTLDs. ICANN has identified registry operator certification as an area that may improve the application process for new gTLDs and improve security and stability by creating a pool of available and pre-qualified registry operators in the event of registry failure. ICANN is an internationally organized non-profit public benefit organization that administers certain features of the Internet's unique identifiers. As a private-public partnership, ICANN is dedicated to preserving the operational stability of the Internet; to promoting competition; to achieving broad representation of global Internet communities; and to developing policy appropriate to its mission through bottom-up, consensus-based processes. A general description of ICANN is available at http://icann.org/tr/english.html <http://www.icann.org/tr/english.html>. *Background* The idea of creating a certified registry operations provider program is not new. In March 2003, ICANN released criteria for stable registry operation to be used in the selection of new sponsored TLDs: http://www.icann.org/riodejaneiro/stld-rfp-topic.htm#D1. Since the March 2003 ICANN meeting in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, a wide range of community members (registrars, ccTLD registry operators, Non-Commercial Constituency members, among others) have encouraged ICANN to move forward with the creation of an Accredited Registry Services Provider program (or similar program). As an example, the 15 March 2006 GNSO Issues Report on Technical Criteria for new gTLDs referenced the idea of creating an accredited registry operator's system (see http://gnso.icann.org/issues/new-gtlds/tech-criteria-15mar06.htm) The topic was also raised in the GNSO Public Forum in Lisbon, Portugal in March 2007 and during the November 2007 ICANN meeting in Los Angeles, California. Additional research and discussion on this potential initiative is anticipated as staff moves toward the introduction of new gTLDs and implementation of the gTLD registry failover plan in the near future. Further information will be provided on the ICANN website. -- [ from the gNSO Secretariat ]

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