January 2008 - NA-Discuss - lists.icann.org

ALAC conference call: NTIA, communications help
by Brendler, Beau Jan. 8, 2008

Jan. 8, 2008

Briefly, as I am pressed for time: In the ALAC call today, Alan and I brought up the issue of an NTIA response from ALAC. It was my understanding that Cheryl Langdon-Orr shared the NA RALO's position on the importance of making comment, and indicated the AP RALO would probably make one too. In addition, there was a commitment at least in principle to setting aside some time in Delhi to discuss the NTIA document and possibly take action before the 15th. In addition to Wendy's efforts, it would be helpful for RALOS and ALSs to review the document and provide us with any statements you want made, specifically pertaining to the comments section towards the bottom of the page: http://www.ntia.doc.gov/ntiahome/frnotices/2007/ICANN_JPA_110207.html It was also acknowledged that there was some difficulty understanding the role of the rapporteur in communications with ALAC/ALSs/RALOs, though less resolution on what to do about that. But keep in mind that Hawa is brand-new to the role. See list here of ALAC officers: https://st.icann.org/alac/index.cgi?action=display_html;page_name=at_lar ge_officers_and_working_group_leaders Also, Nick Ashton-Hart noted that he is in the process of hiring a junior person on staff whose job description sounds like it addresses a number of the communications concerns addressed in yesterday's NA RALO call. That's all for now, will keep you updated on other issues. Beau Brendler

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IGF at Taj Palace
by Sylvia Caras Jan. 7, 2008

Jan. 7, 2008

The third meeting of the IGF will be held on 8-11 December 2008 in New Delhi at the Taj Palace, Diplomatic Enclave. I don't know how I know that, I think it was on a Rio handout. I have miles and points to go, have an outbound flight, and am now holding my breath fwaiting to see if I can get the return award. Sylvia

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Agenda for today's call
by Evan Leibovitch Jan. 7, 2008

Jan. 7, 2008

Hello everyone, According to the schedule that was previously discussed, we have a conference call set for 3pm Eastern time today. If there are any issues that anyone would like to discuss, letting me know in advance is helpful if not critical. Here are issues that are up for discussion today: 1) Do we want to produce comments for the NTIA transition review? http://www.ntia.doc.gov/ntiahome/frnotices/2007/ICANN_JPA_110207.html If so, do we want it as an ALAC statement/project or is this internal to NARALO? 2) Does NARALO have anything to say to follow up on the issue of Venue Accessibility for ICANN meetings? Or has the issue been discussed sufficiently in the At-Large mailing list? 3) One nasty aftermath of the ALAC statement on domain tasting was the assertion by Alan that it is current ALAC policy that, in its decision-making process, "silence means consent". I personally find this policy quite disturbing for a number of reasons, and I believe that ALAC needs to abandon this stance as a matter of its own credibility. I would like to NARALO's backing to press ALAC to change that policy -- if it does not get enough feedback to a request given suitable time, lack of response should never be seen as acceptance. 4) Reports from Wendy, Beau and Robert -- even brief ones -- about recent Board and ALAC activities would be appreciated. 5) According to http://icann.org/public_comment/#nomcom-review the comment period for the Nominating Committee review has not closed. Does NARALO have anything to offer? Are there any other issues at http://icann.org/public_comment that warrant our direct participation? 6) It's been a while since we heard the status of any North American ALSs in the process of being reviewed. Are there many new ones coming on board soon? Is the loss of Jacob damaging ICANN's work to recruit new ALSs? What more could/should be done? Anyway, that's what I have. Feel free to add. Talk to you later today! - Evan

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