[CWG-Stewardship] RZERC Charter for CWG review

Sun May 8 18:15:05 UTC 2016

+1 on both counts! on point 2, I expect that the "conflict policy" document
referred to in the charter will make this clarification.

Regards
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Kindly excuse brevity and typos
On 8 May 2016 5:07 p.m., "Christopher Wilkinson" <
lists at christopherwilkinson.eu> wrote:

> Milton:
>
> 1. Absolutely disagree
>
> 2. Strongly agree.
>
> Explanation available next week if required.
>
> CW
>
>
> On 08 May 2016, at 17:37, "Mueller, Milton L" <milton at gatech.edu> wrote:
>
> Two important observations I would make:
>
> 1.       It is clear that whoever drafted the RZERC charter has reverted
> to the legacy mindset of a single IANA Functions Operator for names,
> numbers and protocols. The composition of the group, for example, does not
> distinguish between the IFO for names and the IFO for protocols and
> numbers.  Let me remind everyone that the Root Zone (RZ) that ICANN will
> contract for management of and which this RZERC will consider is a NAMES
> function only. Therefore it is unclear to me why ASO is included on this
> body and the management of numbers “root” has very little if any connection
> to the architecture and operation of the RZM.
>
> 2.       Another issue that seems to be overlooked is that going forward,
> RZM will be a paid contractor of ICANN, therefore the incumbent RZM might
> be considered to have a conflict of interest in RZERC consultations with
> ICANN about the RZM contract terms and conditions. On the other hand, we
> certainly do want the incumbent RZM to be a part of this committee because
> of the operational knowledge it would bring to bear. So their role should
> be circumscribed appropriately; e.g., the incumbent RZM contractor should
> not chair the committee and any definition of “consensus” should not allow
> an incumbent RZM to block recommendations pertaining to its own role or
> contract.
>
> A not-so important but funny observation: Seun’s modifications referred to
> “expenses incurred in the curse of carrying out their services”
>
> *From:* cwg-stewardship-bounces at icann.org [mailto:cwg-
> stewardship-bounces at icann.org] *On Behalf Of *Seun Ojedeji
> *Sent:* Sunday, May 8, 2016 2:14 AM
> *To:* Alan Greenberg <alan.greenberg at mcgill.ca>
> *Cc:* cwg-stewardship at icann.org
> *Subject:* Re: [CWG-Stewardship] RZERC Charter for CWG review
>
>
> Dear all,
>
> Kindly find attached a document that contains my comments, and proposed
> edits.
> Regards
>
> On Wed, May 4, 2016 at 12:17 AM, Seun Ojedeji <seun.ojedeji at gmail.com>
> wrote:
>
> Thanks, that's helpful (especially the funding part)
>
> Regards
>
> Sent from my LG G4
> Kindly excuse brevity and typos
> On 3 May 2016 11:53 p.m., "Alan Greenberg" <alan.greenberg at mcgill.ca>
> wrote:
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> At 03/05/2016 06:21 PM, Seun Ojedeji wrote:
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> Dear Co-Chairs/all,
>
> Looking at the acronym "RZERC" makes me feel I probably may have been
> lagging behind with happenings within the CWG. ;-)
>
> Just a few clarification question/comments:
>
> - What is RZERC(I assume it's an acronym) as the charter does not seem to
> include description.
>
>
> It stands for the Root Zone Evolution Review Committee
>
>
>
> - I did a quick find on the ICG proposal and don't see reference to
> "RZERC", what part of the ICG (to be specific CWG) proposal is this
> implementing?
>
>
> The name is new. The committee is described in paragraph 155 of the CWG
> proposal. 1155 of the ICG proposal I think.
>
>
>
> - I note that review of charter every 5 years is indicated, but there seem
> to be no room to modify the charter in situations requiring urgent need.
>
>
> The 5 years is a mandatory review.
>
>
>
> - There is no process of replacing members indicated.
>
>
> There is similarly no process for formally naming them. It is up to the
> appointing body (they all come from somewhere specific).
>
>
>
> - What part of the ICANN(or perhaps it's going to be applicable to PTI )
> bylaw recognises the formation of the RZERC
>
>
> ICANN. The RZERC advises the ICANN Board and can act as an advisor to
> other groups as necessary (such as IANA itself)
>
>
>
> - Is the RZERC a new ICANN AC?
>
>
> It is an advisory committee, but not an Advisory Committee in the sense of
> the ACs defined in the Bylaws. The Board has the responsibility of
> approving substantive changes in the RZ architecture and operation. The
> RZERC is a resource it uses to do the analysis.
>
>
>
> - Who funds the activities of the RZERC?
>
>
> To the extent that it needs funds, ICANN.
>
>
>
> - Renumeration of the group is not explicitly indicated in the charter; is
> this a volunteer group or a paid group?
>
>
> They are paid double what I am paid and tripple what you are paid.
>
>
>
> - What will be the connection between RZERC and PTI board (since they will
> be more closer to IANA than ICANN board post-transition) since it seem this
> group reports/works with ICANN board?
>
>
> No connection. The PTI Board oversees the physical operation of PTI. The
> ICANN Board, replacing NTIA, is responsible for RZ issues as per the
> previously mentioned section of the CWG/ICG reports.
>
> Alan
>
>
>
> Regards
> Sent from my LG G4
> Kindly excuse brevity and typos
> On 3 May 2016 6:20 p.m., "Lise Fuhr" <Fuhr at etno.eu> wrote:
>
> Dear CWG,
>
>
>
> Attached is the RZERC charter for your review. We would like to receive
> your comments at 17 May at the latest 23.59 utc (2 week review period). We
> furthermore plan to have a CWG call at the 12 may where the RZERC Charter
> will be discussed.
>
>
>
> Best regards,
>
> Jonathan and Lise
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