gm Optimism Collective 
Last week was super active on forum. 45 posts were made, 19 from the community, and 26 made by the system account.
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DeVouch (Decentralized Vouching with Attestations) - Mission Grant - Project Updates
Created: 2024-05-06
Author: @mitch
Summary
DeVouch is introducing a solution to the challenge of identifying trustworthy projects in the ecosystem by leveraging attestations. The platform will aggregate projects from various funding platforms into a filterable list where users can endorse projects or flag them as suspicious. Attestations come from specific groups like Optimism Badgeholders or Gitcoin Passport Scores, helping users make informed decisions about project integrity. The project is in the design and coding phase, aiming to provide easy-to-use APIs for integration into analytics tools and grant platforms. The initiative also plans to develop a user-friendly front-end interface and aims to streamline external API endpoints and standard schemas for broader ecosystem adoption.
Code of Conduct Council - Retrospective Season 5
Created: 2024-05-06
Author: CoCCouncil
Summary
The Season 5 Retrospective discussed by the collective focused on achieving milestones set in the Budget Proposal and Charter at the start of the season. The team made progress in managing conflicts, reducing governance overhead, and enhancing community engagement. They provided impactful support and communication, managed conflicts effectively, and worked towards decentralization of governance. Suggestions included incentivizing closer community involvement, simplifying internal procedures, adjusting the charter to handle various behavioral issues, and expanding innovative roles for the next season. The team recommended parallelization of Alternative Dispute Resolution processes and continuing their operations with a focus on improving conflict management within the Optimism ecosystem.
Where it’s better to sell/buy $OP
Created: 2024-05-06
Author: @Ethplorer.eth
Summary
The discussion focused on whether it matters where to buy or sell $OP for better rates, assuming that everyone follows the same strategy. People considered factors such as liquidity, Optimism blockchain activity, visibility, and popularization of $OP. The options presented included buying and selling on the Optimism blockchain, buying on Optimism and selling outside on another exchange, buying outside and selling on Optimism, buying and selling outside, or the idea that it doesn’t matter. Participants were asked to vote on their preferred option.
[Discussion] On-chain Builders Delivering Metrics Data
Created: 2024-05-07
Author: @pfedprog
Summary
Retro Funding 4 is launching to reward on-chain builders who have deployed contracts to the Superchain and contributed to the success of Optimism. The program aims to expand the network’s impact by rewarding those who have increased blockspace demand and brought value to the Collective. Eligible builders need to meet certain criteria and submit their applications before June 6th, 2024. Difficulty lies in accurately presenting results within specified metrics, but tools like EVM Smart Contract Explorer are being used to assist in quickly obtaining smart contract data. Feedback from the community is sought on how to verify eligibility for builders and what additional impactful metrics beyond the requested ones could be considered. The use of APIs like Blockscout is mentioned to access blockchain data.
What is the exact amount of Badgeholders in the Citizen House?
Created: 2024-05-08
Author: @0xR
Summary
The user is seeking help to locate information about the number of citizens in the Citizen House but has been unable to find it in places like Agora, Dune, and Curia. They are asking the optimistic community for assistance.
Cycle 22 Final Grants roundup
Created: 2024-05-08
Author: Gonna.eth
Summary
In Season 5, the Grants Program faced significant challenges and underwent a stress test, particularly with the Mission Requests Program. Despite the hurdles, the Grants Council demonstrated adaptability and resilience, reviewing a remarkable surge in applications with efficiency. Season 5 saw a 73.2% growth in applications compared to the previous season, receiving a total of 530 Mission Request applications. The Council adapted well to changes, including handling a transition in the Builders Subcommittee. Subcommittees refined Rubrics tailored to each intent, with 8 Rubrics applied to 27 Mission Requests. The review process for Season 5 has concluded, and a detailed list of 74 Finalists for Cycle 22 has been provided. The Finalists represent grants totaling approximately 4.56M OP, with the total recommended grants for Season 5 amounting to around 7.12M OP. There was a proposal to change the use of unused rewards, and the Council expects a surplus of 1.87M OP to be returned to the Gov Fund. The Council aims to make Optimism the top destination for builders and hopes their efforts will contribute to the community’s goals. Finalists have been asked to stay tuned for further instructions regarding KYC details.
Stay optimistic!
Season 6: Grants Council Operating Budget
Created: 2024-05-08
Author: system
Summary
In Season 6, the Grants Council, a persistent council within the Collective, will need to propose an operating budget and charter for the season. Prospective leads can submit budget proposals by May 22nd, with the highest-voted proposal being approved. The council will be responsible for proposing Mission Requests under Intent #3 and processing violations of grant policies. The council will need to be held accountable to governance mechanisms. Governance will measure the council’s impact through various KPIs related to builder experience and grant performance. Delegates will vote on the approved budget and elect the leadership roles within the council.
Retro Funding 4: Deliberative process on the definition of profit
Created: 2024-05-08
Author: system
Summary
In Optimism’s Retroactive Public Goods Funding (Retro Funding), a shift towards a collective definition of profit is being introduced in Retro Funding 4. This move aims to streamline the calculation process and enhance predictability for contributors. Instead of individual assessments, a collective definition of profit will be determined through a deliberative process and subsequently ratified by the Citizens’ House. This definition will be applied universally to all projects, simplifying the voting process and reducing voting complexity for badgeholders. The aim is to foster a more productive and sustainable ecosystem by rewarding positive impact on the collective. Through a deliberative process set up for Retro Funding 4, a randomly sampled subset of 50 citizens will deliberate on the definition of profit, guided by facilitated sessions and balanced information. The outcomes of this deliberation will influence the Retro Funding rewards allocated to projects, creating a more streamlined and predictable process for contributors.
Foundation S6 AMA / Token House Call will be [Tuesday, May 14th @ 11:00 PT / 14:00 ET / 18:00 GMT / 19:00 CET]
Created: 2024-05-08
Author: @Michael
Summary
The Token House Community Call is scheduled for next Tuesday and will feature a Season 6 AMA with @ lavande and the Foundation, as well as a surprise talk from @ ben-chain. The call will be held on Google Meet, and new delegates interested in Optimism Governance can DM Michael for introductions. The event promises to be an informative and engaging session.
Developer Advisory Board - Retrospective Season 5
Created: 2024-05-08
Author: @zachobront
Summary
- The Budget Proposal and Charter set specific milestones and KPIs for the season, including assessing and approving Delegate Mission Requests, aiding the Grants Council, and advising on technical milestones. Progress has been made on all these goals, with some completed and others expanded in scope.
- The Developer Advisory Board’s outputs effectively supported the intended purpose by providing guidance on Delegate Mission Requests and applications, influencing final decisions positively.
- Proposed changes to Internal Operating Procedures (IOPs) include integrating DAB feedback earlier in the process and implementing more efficient feedback assignment methods.
- No suggested adjustments to the Charter were made, as it was deemed appropriate. Potential expansion into other areas for technical insight was welcomed.
- The team’s mandate was considered appropriate, with a suggestion to possibly expand into other areas of the Optimism ecosystem to provide even more value in the future.
About the Feedback category
Created: 2024-05-09
Author: maxwell
Summary
This category is designed for users to provide feedback on various topics and ask questions in order to receive constructive criticism or opinions from others. Whether it’s feedback on a project, a product, a service, or any other area that requires input, users can seek advice and suggestions from the community here. The goal is to help individuals improve and make informed decisions based on the feedback they receive.
About the Elected Representatives category
Created: 2024-05-09
Author: maxwell
Summary
The discussion focuses on representing structures within the Optimism Collective that include boards, commissions, and councils made up of elected representatives. These bodies form part of the organizational framework of the collective.
Season 6: Developer Advisory Board Renewal
Created: 2024-05-09
Author: system
Summary
Delegates are being asked to vote on approving a Developer Advisory Board (DAB) Operating Budget for Season 6. The proposed budget with the highest proportion of “Yes” votes will be approved, effectively electing the Lead who authored the budget. If approved, other DAB members will be elected, ensuring at least one representative of OP Labs or other Core Devs is on the Board. The DAB will play a key role in technical decision-making within the Collective, reviewing protocol upgrades, advising the Grants Council on technical grants and milestones, and more. Delegates have until May 22nd to submit proposal drafts for the DAB Operating Budget. Performance metrics are suggested for measuring the DAB’s impact, and rewards are subject to a KYC process. Delegates will vote on the DAB Operating Budget in the upcoming Special Voting Cycle #23 a.
Season 6: Code of Conduct Council Renewal
Created: 2024-05-09
Author: system
Summary
In Season 6, the discussion revolves around renewing the Code of Conduct Council (CoCC) within the Collective. The Council was initially created in Season 5 to experiment with decentralized enforcement of the Code of Conduct. Over time, the scope of the CoCC has been adjusted, with a current proposal limiting its responsibilities to enforcing the Rules of Engagement across all Optimism-hosted platforms. Delegates have the opportunity to vote on approving a Code of Conduct Council Operating Budget, which will also elect a Lead to oversee the Council. If the budget is not approved, the supportNERDs will continue to enforce the Rules of Engagement. Proposals for the Council Operating Budget are due by a specific deadline, and key metrics for assessing the Council’s impact are provided. Delegates play a crucial role in deciding the future of the Code of Conduct Council through their voting decisions.
Season 6: Code of Conduct Rescoping #2
Created: 2024-05-09
Author: system
Summary
A detailed overview of the evolution of the Code of Conduct (CoC) within the Token House and Citizens’ House is outlined. Various iterations and experiments with governance enforcement mechanisms, such as the creation of a Council, have been discussed. The focus has been on reducing governance overhead while ensuring accountability. The updates include shifting grant-related violations enforcement to the Grants Council, promoting self-dealing policies via incentive design and free market delegation, and establishing various voting and metric-based controls. The discussion also addresses the continued enforcement of Rules of Engagement and the potential role of a Code of Conduct Council for future enforcement. The decentralization of accountability through mediation, delegation, grants oversight, expectation setting, and voting design is emphasized. The changes are slated for Season 6 and flexible for reassessment based on feedback and outcomes. Appreciation is extended to the Code of Conduct Council for their contributions towards innovative solutions.
Season 5: Missions v2 Retrospective
Created: 2024-05-09
Author: system
Summary
The discussion provides a retrospective on Season 5: Mission Requests, focusing on feedback from various stakeholders to inform the redesign of Mission Requests for v2.5. The retrospective delves into key areas such as drafting, sponsoring, approving, voting, applying to, and selecting Mission Applications. Changes to streamline the process, improve clarity, and reduce downtime have been made based on Season 5 experiences. Mission Requests now involve fewer delegates drafting them, sponsorship by eligible delegates, and the elimination of the delegate approval process for Season 6. The voting process has been refined to address under-allocations and improve delegate experience. Application cycles have been adjusted to provide grants more frequently, addressing past issues of application processing delays. The retrospective highlights achievements, challenges, and areas for improvement, with Season 5 feedback and insights shaping the design of Missions v2.5.
Proposing a New Metric: Pairwise Community Signaling in Retro Funding 4
Created: 2024-05-09
Author: @Zeptimus
Summary
Pairwise is introducing a new version focused on making signaling RetroPGF accessible to the Optimism Community. The open-source voting dapp streamlines community signaling by allowing users to choose between two options and aggregates their choices into quantifiable results. The intention is to amplify community voices, increase project discovery, and network effects. Pairwise aims to engage token holders, delegates, RetroPGF recipients, and badgeholders in community signaling. The platform offers a user-friendly experience, minimizes the cost and cognitive burden of voting, and converts subjective inputs into measurable outputs.
To encourage engagement, the new version includes features like mobile optimization, voter feedback, Tinder-style filtering, sound effects, and pseudonymous account abstraction. Instead of allocating tokens, users will rank projects to streamline the voting process. Challenges to overcome include tight timelines and engagement levels, with a marketing campaign planned to maximize participation. Four metrics are proposed for different stakeholder groups, and voting power distribution details are provided.
The Pairwise ranking will aggregate input from Badgeholders, Recipients, Delegates, and Holders, with engagement requirements for each group to qualify as a metric for voting. The app’s timing will align with the project’s finalization, and reward distribution is structured to promote stakeholder engagement. An anti-gaming strategy will ensure the integrity of the voting process, and transparency will be maintained throughout the reward calculation and distribution steps. The community is encouraged to share feedback to shape this experiment collectively, with a prototype set to launch internally on May 15.
Season 6: Intents Ratification
Created: 2024-05-09
Author: system
Summary
The discussion revolved around the upcoming Season 6 of the Optimism Collective, where significant changes are being made to the setting of Intents and budgets. The Foundation will now propose all Intents, aiming for data-driven decisions, with the Token House ratifying them. Season 6 focuses on decentralization progress, expanding the Superchain with new chains, and growing application developers on the Superchain. Each Intent has specific targets, metrics, and areas of support, with different funding sources allocated for their realization. The roles of the Foundation, core development teams, and various funds like Retro Funding and Gov Fund were discussed in detail to support these Intents effectively.
Season 5: Retro Governance Participation Rewards
Created: 2024-05-09
Author: system
Summary
In Season 5, there was a focus on strategic work through Missions v2 and decentralization efforts like the establishment of the Security Council and Anticapture Commission. A Developer Advisory Board and Code of Conduct Council were also experimented with. The Citizens’ House rewarded participants with OP for their contributions, leading towards social and technological decentralization. Retroactive rewards were given to governance participants meeting specific criteria such as voting participation, involvement in the Anticapture Commission, sponsoring approved Mission Requests, and contributing to reports. All rewards are subject to a KYC process and allocated from the Ecosystem Fund. The highest impact contributions aligned with Collective Intents were rewarded following the Collective Rewards Framework.
Season 6: Missions v2.5
Created: 2024-05-09
Author: system
Summary
Huge appreciation is extended to several individuals for reviewing and providing feedback on scope changes for the Feedback Commission. Season 6’s Mission process remains consistent with some adjustments to streamline the process for delegates and grant applicants based on feedback. The changes include allowing the Feedback Commission, Grants Council, and Growth Team to propose Mission Requests, reducing the involvement of Top 100 delegates in drafting requests, and enabling sponsorship of Mission Requests by any member of the Feedback Commission or Grants Council. The final approval of Mission Requests will still be decided by the Token House, and improvements will be made to the grant application process based on feedback from Season 5. These modifications aim to enhance the experience for builders, optimize timelines, and align grant calendars with governance schedules. The adjustments are influenced by insights gathered from various stakeholders and will be treated as an ongoing experiment, with room for further refinements based on feedback collected during the process.
Season 6: Suggested Mission Requests
Created: 2024-05-09
Author: system
Summary
The discussion revolves around the proposed Mission Requests for Season 6, primarily focused on governance, decentralization, and developer growth within the Optimism ecosystem. The suggested Mission Requests aim to align efforts with specific goals and metrics, with a focus on critical DAO infrastructure, research on governance parameters, driving delegation, and engaging developers across different sectors like DeFi, stablecoins, gaming, AI/ML applications, and more. The allocation of budgets, success metrics, and specific guidelines for OP Chains to run their grants programs under Intent 3B are also detailed. Collaboration between various bodies within the ecosystem is emphasized to ensure coherence and effectiveness in achieving the outlined objectives.
Anticapture Commission - Retrospective Season 5
Created: 2024-05-09
Author: @ACC
Summary
The discussion covers various aspects of the Anticapture Commission’s performance during Season 5. Progress towards set goals like increasing votable supply and defining standards for top delegates was analyzed, noting successes and areas for improvement. Impact assessment reveals the team’s support of their defined Intent, with a focus on decentralization and transparency. Suggestions included adjustments to Internal Operating Procedures like voting windows, notification definitions, and call length. Proposed Charter adjustments involved clarifying member responsibilities and simplifying mid-season membership recalculations. Recommendations for next season involved enhancing collaboration with OP chains and adapting efforts as needed, emphasizing the Commission’s growing relevance. Gratitude was expressed to all involved parties for their contributions and support throughout the season.
Audit Requests S5 final roundup
Created: 2024-05-09
Author: Gonna.eth
Summary
The discussion highlighted the accomplishments of @jackanorak during Season 5 and recommended him for the retroPGF program due to his significant contributions. The second batch of projects selected for RFG-3, focusing on Smart Contract Auditing Services, were announced after a thorough evaluation. The discussion also covered the approval of new Audit Providers for the audit program in Season 5 and shared key learnings for improving the process, including the need for a subcommittee, revising the rubric, establishing a public platform for projects, holding weekly office hours, and reforming the audits form. Overall, the audit election process was deemed successful, with emphasis placed on evaluating the effectiveness of the program through milestones and metrics for future growth and security within the ecosystem.
Optimism Fractal Season 3
Created: 2024-05-09
Author: @Rosmari
Summary
Join the Optimism Fractal Season 3’s inaugural event featuring a Respect Game followed by a planning session introducing a proposal for a social coordination game named Cagendas. This game allows participants to vote on discussion topics for the weekly sessions held in the new Optimism Town Hall. The proposal suggests transitioning from the existing Planning Sessions to these Town Hall events without extending the total event time. Check out the details in the introductory post, Snapshot proposal, and join the Zoom room for the event to show your support!
About the Collective Strategy category
Created: 2024-05-09
Author: maxwell
Summary
This discussion pertains to collective strategy and coordination regarding intentions and roadmaps. Participants are likely sharing ideas, plans, and approaches to align efforts and achieve common goals.
Delegate Resignation Process
Created: 2024-05-10
Author: maxwell
Summary
Delegates are key players in the Collective’s operations and are encouraged to experiment and iterate continuously. For those needing to resign temporarily, a specific process is outlined to minimize disruption. Delegates are advised to communicate their resignation period, reasons, and potential future involvement within the Collective. Large delegates are urged to guide their delegators in reallocating their tokens while they’re away. The use of advanced delegation is proposed for short-term absences, with broader implementation subject to contract modifications. Long-term resignation plans should be shared across platforms and with key members for awareness. Elected or appointed positions require a replacement to be appointed and communicated in advance. More details on the resignation process for Citizens will be shared prior to Season 6.
Season 6: Collective Reward Framework
Created: 2024-05-10
Author: system
Summary
The discussion highlighted the Collective Rewards Framework for Season 6, designed to provide a consistent approach to rewarding contributions within the community. The framework aims to transition the decision-making process to the community, introducing guidelines for setting rewards, evolving with the introduction of a Budget Board in Season 7. It stresses the importance of utilizing Retroactive Public Goods Funding for most governance operations in the long term. Impact Ratings are introduced as a guide for determining rewards based on the contributions’ impact. Various contribution types are outlined, each with specific reward structures. The emphasis is on output and impact over input, reflecting the community’s adaptive approach and commitment to governance token integrity. Elected representatives, contributors, governance participants, and service providers are all addressed in the framework, aiming to provide clarity and consistency in reward allocation.
Season 6: Guide to Season 6
Created: 2024-05-10
Author: system
Summary
Members of the Feedback Commission provided input and feedback on Season 6 drafts, starting on June 27th through December 11th. Grant applications for Season 6 open every 3 weeks from July 18th. The Season will focus on optimizing programs introduced in Season 5 and shifting governance control to the community. Intents, Collective Rewards Framework, Developer Advisory Board, Anticapture Commission, Code of Conduct, and other key aspects will see changes and refinements. The Season will also emphasize transparency and community feedback in decision-making processes, including the continuous transition of governance power to the community. The Season 6 Reflection Period Guide details the necessary activities. Additionally, changes will include transitions like introducing Blockspace Charters, the Security Council Election, and updates to Trust Tiers and the govNERDs program. Various amendments and renewals will shape the governance landscape for Season 6.