Thomas Dalton wrote:
It sounds like you are talking more about an inspection than an ombudsman. The problem with your proposal is that disagreements between the Foundation and community are usually due to it being very unclear what the roles of each are. There isn't a rulebook that someone can make sure the WMF is following. There is a committee working on clearing up the roles of different parts of the movement, but I don't know if they'll actually come up with anything specific enough to be inspected against.
I wouldn't say that disagreements are due to unclear roles. I would say most disagreements come from the Wikimedia Foundation not adhering to its principles, values, and mission as closely as some feel it should. This includes a commitment to transparency and accountability.
MZMcBride