On 10 June 2011 11:14, Pradeep Mohandas <
pradeep.mohandas@gmail.com> wrote:
> hi,
> We think a few specific points with relation to the framework need to be
> brought out -
> 1. The Chapter Executive Committee should not take the sole responsibility
> for selecting a bid. While the Chapter Executive Committee is an examplary
> body, a group consisting of members from the Executive Committee, the
> community and Foundation could be ideal to select a specific city in case of
> bids placed by cities.
> 2. The Organizing Committee (OC) suggested could turn out to be very big.
> Specifics on the number or limitation on number of people in the OC would be
> a great clarification. Managing an event is a big deal. The head of the
> Organizing Committee must be able to concentrate on the event and not worry
> about managing his Organizing Committee too much. As Tinu said - as minimal
> as possible to reduce bureaucracy and facilitate decision making to make the
> event a success.
> 3. It would be great to clarify on the venue for the AGM, whether it needs
> to be held in Bangalore/Karnataka (since chapter is registered in Karnataka)
> or can be held anywhere in India. If the AGM can be held only in
> Bangalore/Karnataka, it would be great to strike out objective no. 3:
> "Preferably held together with Annual General body Meeting (AGM) of
> Wikimedia Chapter, as it will help broader participation from across India
> in AGM and make for a vibrant and active membership base." altogether. I
> understand the use of word "preferably". But, if the Chapter can clarify on
> requirements of AGM venue, it would be great.
> 4. The point about the Head of the Organizing Committee should also be
> discussed. I think that it would be better for the Organizing Committee to
> select/elect the Head once the OC is constituted. To say that the head of
> the OC *should* be from the Chapter is rather wrong.
>
> warm regards,
> Pradeep Mohandas
>
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