Curial Election Commentary Thread

[Augustus Lucifer]

I'm always for putting new folks in the CdeC seats myself. I think it a necessity since we need new blood in the curia. However,having a few of the older hands on tap so they can pass down their experience and insight is also a primary concern.

Devoirs The Empress

One possible solution is to have a system similar to Moderator Emeritus, where long serving Councilors can be included as non-voting members by some sort of Curial confirmation vote. This would enable Councilors to cease being active all the time and allow new folks in, but still enable them to provide perspective. There'd need to be a minimum time served, at least two terms.

[Mega Tortas de Bodemloze]

One possible solution is to have a system similar to Moderator Emeritus, where long serving Councilors can be included as non-voting members by some sort of Curial confirmation vote. This would enable Councilors to cease being active all the time and allow new folks in, but still enable them to provide perspective. There'd need to be a minimum time served, at least two terms.

That sounds like something that would work, However.... with 12 members already in the fold, "How many cooks does it take to spoil the Soup?" Since you are a longstanding member you would have a much better perspective on that....

[Augustus Lucifer]

That sounds like something that would work, However.... with 12 members already in the fold, "How many cooks does it take to spoil the Soup?" Since you are a longstanding member you would have a much better perspective on that....

Right, that's the key problem of course. What we could do is have members who have served X or more terms, where X is no less than 2, able to apply for a position as a 'CdeC Consultant' and list some areas of expertise. These users could be called upon by the CdeC in cases where sitting Councilors could do well with their perspective on a temporary basis, preferably in a way that doesn't add bureaucracy. For example, I may not have much experience with an area like the RPG section, and if few else on the CdeC do but another former Councilor does it would be worth calling them in for an assessment.

This could work I think, since the user would have had enough Curial confidence to be appointed and re-elected in the past. They'd also need to pass a confirmation vote to be listed as a Consultant, so they are vetted. They wouldn't have a vote so their involvement would only impact the result by way of providing a vetted perspective for consideration. And they'd only be there when called upon and only for the cases called upon for so there wouldn't be too many chefs in the kitchen on a day-to-day basis.

[Karamazovmm]

I thought that the advisory council was taken by hex already, since those guys have already served as cdc, I fail to see the need for that ''cdc emeritus'' position.

Aside that we basically vote people in based on how we like'em not based on propositions or their stances in the matters that concern us. I think that lysi question were spot on.

[magpie]

I thought that the advisory council was taken by hex already, since those guys have already served as cdc, I fail to see the need for that ''cdc emeritus'' position.

Aside that we basically vote people in based on how we like'em not based on propositions or their stances in the matters that concern us. I think that lysi question were spot on.

Well MM It just may provide a compensation role for those who have been effected by the HEX revolution.

[Augustus Lucifer]

I thought that the advisory council was taken by hex already, since those guys have already served as cdc, I fail to see the need for that ''cdc emeritus'' position.

Aside that we basically vote people in based on how we like'em not based on propositions or their stances in the matters that concern us. I think that lysi question were spot on.

Hex members haven't necessarily served on the CdeC. Of current Hex members in the era of an elected CdeC, Garb served a couple terms, pannonian served one term, and Astaroth is on his fourth or fifth term. The other six haven't been elected as a voting member of the CdeC in the past. That's not a good or a bad thing since Hex's role on the CdeC is not strictly defined.

[Viking Prince]

Be certain to check Curia Vote -- a bunch of stuff is up for a revote due to down time. Do not assume you vote hase been counted. Check to see that you have voted.

[Mega Tortas de Bodemloze]

Best of luck to the current CdeC applicants. Brunch & Lunch starts promptly on th 21st. Don't be late...

[Major Darling]

SPOONS!

[Viking Prince]

Well it will be a full slate of candidates. I suggest all citizens take part in the Curator as well as the CdeC contests. Ask questions. Read the debate threads. And most important -- VOTE!!

[Major Darling]

No way I can gain any votes

VP, Jared, MCM, Squid...

[Augustus Lucifer]

Well it will be a full slate of candidates. I suggest all citizens take part in the Curator as well as the CdeC contests. Ask questions. Read the debate threads. And most important -- VOTE!!

Indeed, already 7 candidates and we haven't even heard from the incumbents! Bad news for applicants perhaps but good news for the Curia since we're bound to get 3 solid Councilors out of this.

[Viking Prince]

The person standing in for a resigned CdeC member is Mega Tortas de Bodemloze by just one vote! Close one but it is very good to see so many newer citizens applying for these positions.

Congrats and I agree about the new blood. He might have even gathered Harry's for that very reason. Makes me a bit of a hypocrit running for office though. Good thing the members winning a contested race have more of a mandate to act than appointed positions. At least that is what I will keep telling myself.

To Mega -- I hope you like a bit longer of a wait.

[Mega Tortas de Bodemloze]

Re: Current CdeC & Curator debate threads: the intensity is definitely there. Who shall be standing when the smoke clears...
"Getting good, getting good"... ...

To Mega -- I hope you like a bit longer of a wait.

It's ite, no worriess...

The July 2010 "CdeC - Curator Wars", not for the faint hearted.....

Warning: Getting Vicious

Spoiler Alert, click show to read: 

Oooo cut you deep I will, never forget what you did ....I cut your Family House Nuclear deep. Taste my hidden blade...

I am happy to announce that, should I be elected, my assistant will be none other than Legio the magnificent.

Dunnow... But I think this is a blatent move to recieve the Ghetto vote. Sound strategy...

[Viking Prince]

The election results are in.

The seats of abbews, the Black Prince, and Nikos are now the seats of Viking Prince, Sqυιd, and MCM. Is this change or more of the same. Tune in next week. Same Curial time and same Curial channel.

[Karamazovmm]

All hail daddy! And MCM and The adorable Penguin!

[Empress Meg]

I'm rather excited to see MCM getting back into the TWC life. Should have some gold nuggets to share with the CdeC - I hope!

Devoirs The Empress

[Major Darling]

4th place

[Viking Prince]

4th place

Well the next election cycle is starting up and those who received more votes will not be running. Of course there is the potential for an incumbant effect on the next election cycle. In any case, you cannot win if you do not enter.

[Major Darling]

Yeah, well I'm special.. So I could be asked in without applying, so ha, I win the game