[OSGeo-Discuss] twitting

[Ben Caradoc-Davies]

On 04/11/17 09:06, Vicky Vergara wrote:
> I what to know:
> - The regularity of the election. (tweet says is irregular)

Our CRO says that the elections were regular. On the basis of what I 
have seen, I support the findings of the CRO.

Surprising or unusual behaviour by individuals does not negate the 
election. Members have exercised their votes. The results have been 
returned. The new board is in place. I accept the legitimacy of this 
democratic process, even though only two of the candidates I supported 
were successful.

> - if a suggestion makes a motion.

Not according to Robert's Rules of Order, which require formal statement 
of a motion.

> - If a member of the board making a suggestion is stopping the board from
> working normally

The reason why committee decisions can be made with a majority vote is 
to allow the committee to continue to function even in the presence of 
minority views or distractions. I trust the board to filter out the 
noise and make decisions that best further the goals of OSGeo.

> - If a suggestion that is not liked by a non board member can be used in
> twitter and not be dealt on a proper IRC channel or mailing list.
> and of course, if bringing a tweet like that to the discuss list for all
> members is ok or not. (I hope it is, because other wise I am trouble).

I like public meetings and open discussion. Transparency is healthy. Let 
everyone have their say, in whatever forum, with calm and civility, and 
be accountable for their actions.

Kind regards,

-- 
Ben Caradoc-Davies <ben at transient.nz>
Director
Transient Software Limited <http://transient.nz/>
New Zealand