Season 6: Mission Application Guide
Created: 2024-05-10
Author: system
Summary
In Season 6, teams can apply for Mission grants to execute specific initiatives outlined in Mission Requests by the Token House or Foundation. The Grants Council selects teams to fulfill these Requests. Each team must have a point of contact, and Trust Tiers determine the funding amount a team can request. Retro Funding may be available if a Mission grant generates additional impact. There are clear guidelines for applying for both Foundation and Token House Mission grants, which involve meeting deadlines, following templates, and providing progress updates. Grants are subject to policies and require KYC with the Foundation. Applicants are encouraged to understand the grant process and not assume additional Retro Funding. Applications for Season 6 Mission grants open on July 18th, with deadlines provided on the public governance calendar.
Season 6 Elections: Grants Council
Created: 2024-05-10
Author: system
Summary
The Season 6 Election for the Grants Council involves the election of Reviewers by the Token House through a Special Voting Cycle. Those interested in nominating themselves need to follow a specific template and submit their information by a set deadline. The Foundation will organize a town hall before the elections. There are strategic considerations for the expertise needed in Reviewers, such as knowledge of DeFi and Gaming. Approval voting will determine the elected Reviewers, allowing delegates to vote for multiple nominees. The voting mechanism may adjust based on the Council’s structure and number of candidates. Self-nominated candidates must commit to dedicating approximately 20 hours per week to reviewing grant applications and Council operations.
Season 6 Nominations: Grants Council
Created: 2024-05-10
Author: system
Summary
Members are invited to submit their self-nominations for the Season 6 Grants Council, following the outlined template and process. All nominations must be posted on the dedicated thread by 19:00 GMT on Wednesday, June 5th.
Season 6 Nominations: Developer Advisory Board
Created: 2024-05-10
Author: system
Summary
Individuals are invited to nominate themselves for the Season 6 Developer Advisory Board by posting their nominations in a designated thread using a specific template by 19:00 GMT on June 5th.
Season 6 Nominations: Code of Conduct Council
Created: 2024-05-10
Author: system
Summary
Users are asked to post self-nominations for the Season 6 Code of Conduct Council on a specified thread by 19:00 GMT on a certain date, following a provided template and process. This is for individuals looking to participate in the council and uphold the community’s code of conduct.
Season 6 Elections: Developer Advisory Board
Created: 2024-05-10
Author: system
Summary
The discussion revolves around the Season 6 Elections for the Developer Advisory Board within the Token House. The elections are happening during a Special Voting Cycle #23b from June 13th to June 19th at 19:00 GMT. The board members will be elected, except for at least one representative from OP Labs or other Core Devs, who will be appointed by the Foundation to maintain coherence with roadmaps. Self-nominations for board membership need to be submitted by June 5th. The potential criteria for board members include expertise in the Optimism and/or Ethereum ecosystem, understanding of protocol upgrades, coding skills, time dedication, and experiences in security, auditing, grant evaluations, and technical representation across various layers of the stack.
For delegates, there will be a review through approval voting in Special Voting Cycle #23b. Delegates can vote for as many nominees as they choose, including themselves, but should also cast votes for other elected positions. The final election process may vary based on the Council’s structure and the number of candidates.
Season 6 Elections: Code of Conduct Council
Created: 2024-05-10
Author: system
Summary
Season 6 of the Optimism ecosystem features the elections for the Code of Conduct Council, with members being elected by the Token House in a special voting cycle. Nominees must fill out a template by a specified date and have completed conflict resolution training by the start of the season. Representatives are restricted to one elected position per season, with no term limits currently in place.
For delegates, Code of Conduct Council members will be elected through approval voting in the special voting cycle. Delegates can vote for multiple nominees with equal voting power, with those receiving the highest percentage of approval votes being elected to the Council. The process allows delegates to vote for themselves as long as they also cast votes for the remaining open positions. The voting mechanism may be adjusted based on the Council structure and number of candidates.
About the Governance Design category
Created: 2024-05-10
Author: maxwell
Summary
This discussion focuses on the Collective’s metagovernance strategy. It includes initiatives like the Path to Metagov and the Collective Feedback Commission, as well as programs such as the Chain Delegation Program. Metagovernance centers around designing how the Collective governs its governance system.
Season 6: Mission Request Voting Guide
Created: 2024-05-10
Author: system
Summary
In Season 6 of the mission requests, delegates will vote on approving specific initiatives aligned with the Collective’s Intents. Missions are tightly scoped initiatives that can be completed within 12 months. Each mission proposal must receive a minimum number of “yes” votes equal to 51% of the 30% quorum to be approved. Delegates will rank mission requests based on the number of “yes” votes they receive, and the top-ranked requests within the approved budget will be accepted in rank order until the intent budget is fully allocated. Delegates can cast votes based on their full voting power, and should prioritize missions that they believe deserve to move forward. Voting on mission requests will take place in Voting Cycle #24, with the Grants Council evaluating and approving grants for the selected initiatives. It’s important that mission requests describe start-to-finish initiatives, not ongoing services, and should not rely on Foundation action or propose metagovernance changes.
Season 6: Mission Request Creation Guide
Created: 2024-05-10
Author: system
Summary
The document outlines the guidelines for creating and submitting Mission Requests for Season 6 to achieve the Collective’s Intents. Missions are specific initiatives aligned with the Intents. Only Feedback Commission and Grants Council members can create Mission Requests. Requests should be tightly scoped, completed within 12 months, and not rely on ongoing services. Requests are aligned with specific Intents, must outline deliverables, impact measures, and be approved by Token House. Requests for Mission grants must be submitted by July 10th, with drafts encouraged for feedback. The process aims to prioritize work and incentivize execution within the DAO community.
Season 6: Anticapture Commission Amendment
Created: 2024-05-10
Author: system
Summary
The discussion focuses on amendments to the Anticapture Commission Charter for Season 6 of the governance structure. The Commission aims to prevent one stakeholder or group from capturing the Token House, serving tokenholders. Proposed changes include refining membership criteria, voting requirements, and responsibilities. The Commission will alert the Citizens’ House of power imbalances, vote on proposals subject to veto, advocate for decentralization, and ensure transparency in governance. The amendments seek to streamline processes, enhance participation, and clarify expectations for members. The proposals will undergo a voting process in Special Voting Cycle #23a to determine their implementation.
Season 6: Chain Delegation Program Amendment
Created: 2024-05-10
Author: system
Summary
A special thanks was extended to those who provided feedback on the amendments related to the Chain Delegation Program for Season 6. The program was not utilized in Season 5 but is expected to be important moving forward. The amendment outlines criteria for OP Chains to be eligible for delegation, with different levels of delegation based on performance metrics. The program size is set at 20M to support the initial OP Chains. Delegations will be reassessed per season, with caps in place based on votable supply. OP Chains need to meet specific expectations to participate, with a focus on governance engagement. The proposed amendments will be put to a vote, ensuring the program continues through Season 6.
Grant Council - Retrospective Season 5
Created: 2024-05-10
Author: Gonna.eth
Summary
The Season 5 Grants Council retrospective team has reviewed and achieved several benchmark milestones and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). They successfully reviewed over 95% of mission requests, maintained a finalist rate below 30%, and processed over 300 proposals. The team also received positive NPS scores and established a Milestone Hub for project tracking. The impact assessment highlighted the team’s dedication and resilience despite challenges. Adjustments to internal operating procedures and proposed changes to the charter were suggested to enhance efficiency and fairness in the review process. Recommendations for the next season include refining processes, enhancing transparency, and reviewing budget allotments mid-season for Token House voting. The Grants Council aims to improve operations while upholding transparency, efficiency, and accountability within the Optimism Collective.
The new forum Layout
Created: 2024-05-11
Author: @yummybillasd
Summary
The discussion focused on praising the user-friendly, structured, and organized nature of the conversation or platform being utilized. The user expressed gratitude for the efficiency and ease of navigating the discussion.
Season 6: Chain Delegation Program Amended
Created: 2024-05-12
Author: system
Summary
In Season 6, an amended version of the Chain Delegation Program was introduced, which is set to be the authoritative version if approved. The program focuses on onboarding approximately 15 OP Chains to participate actively in Optimism’s governance. The criteria for OP Chain qualification includes being in the Superchain Registry, contributing revenue back to the Collective, generating over 1 ETH/month in sequencer revenue, and reaching 1M in transaction volume for two consecutive months. Standard Blockspace operating chains are eligible for additional delegation. OP Chains must adhere to voting participation rates, set delegate statements, and have a point of contact for delegation. Delegations will be capped at 9% of the votable supply, and any violations of the Optimist Expectations will result in removal from the Chain Delegation Program.
Season 6: Anticapture Commission Amended
Created: 2024-05-12
Author: system
Summary
Season 6 brings an amended version of the Anticapture Commission Charter introduced in Season 5, aiming to prevent the capture of Token House by any single stakeholder or group. The Commission’s goals include providing alerts on stakeholder power imbalances, voting on proposals subject to Citizens’ House veto, and advocating for decentralization and transparency. The Commission is comprised of high impact delegates based on certain criteria and members are expected to fulfill responsibilities like voting on ACC votes, attending meetings, and contributing to reports. The Commission Lead plays a crucial role in organizing meetings, coordinating votes, and authoring reports for the Citizens’ House.
Season 6: Reflection Period Guide
Created: 2024-05-12
Author: system
Summary
For Season 6, there is a structured timeline for various activities related to governance and decision-making within the community. It starts with a reflection period for all voters to read and review retrospectives from the previous season. Different topics are covered for education, including the Collective Reward Framework and details about Missions and Superchain Governance in Season 6.
There’s a deadline for those interested in running for a leadership role to post proposals and seek approvals from top 100 delegates. Proposals cover areas such as operating budgets, protocol upgrades, and council renewals. Delegates have a specific period to approve proposals before they move to the voting phase in the Token House.
After the Token House votes on various proposals, there’s a Citizens House Veto Period and then nominations open for running as a representative. Candidate assessments and reading follow, leading up to the Special Voting Cycle where Token House votes and Citizens House ratifies decisions.
The timeline extends to include voting cycles and elections for representative structures like the Grants Council, Developer Advisory Board, and Code of Conduct Council. Each phase has specific actions and deadlines, leading to the start of Season 6 on June 27th. The season includes voting cycles, grant applications, and follows a public governance calendar for continued participation and decision-making.