[ispcp] Brief notes from todays call

["Tonyarholmes@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx" <tonyarholmes@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Main points from ISPCP Conference call

9th  February 2010 

1.    Update from GNSO Council 

The GNSO Council voted on a proposal to launch a PDP on registry/registrar
vertical integration The ISPs voted against the proposal because of its
timing, but the motion was passed.  The first meeting of the group formed to
progress that work is scheduled for today.

GNSO Council are also discussing the formation for the AoC Review Teams and
in particular representation from the GNSO community.  Volunteers to serve
on the review teams are being sought via the public appeal and also from
within the GNSO Constituencies. The GNSO have also requested a one week
extension of the nomination process. One nominee is required from each of
the two GNSO Houses. Concern exists that the call for nominations was
launched prior to the conclusion of the open consultation on the process. 

It was noted that Olga Carvalli has been nominated on behalf of the NC's.

The ISPCP will make a call for volunteers.

Future Board elections for representatives from the GNSO were discussed,
noting that Bruce Tonkin's term ends April 2010 and Rita Rodin's in June
2011. Tony Harris was requested to initiate discussion on this issue within
the CSG Executive Committee.

2.    Update on issues from GNSO WG's

 

Jaime Wagner reported on progress made within the Prioritisation Working
Group. An open  

meeting planned is planned for Nairobi although final output from the group
has yet to be agreed. 

 

Tony Holmes reported on the work of the High Security TLD Group where early
discussions have resulted in a much better understanding of the problem
space, but limited solutions.

 

Tony Harris reported on both the GNSO OSC team and the PPSC Group. The OSC
are now working towards the finalization of their report. Although some
difficulties remain its envisaged completion is still possible by the end of
March. This is required if the timetable for GNSO reform is to be met.

 

The work of PPSC is nearing completion despite a number of issues remaining
unacceptable to the IPC in particular. Tony Harris has taken over the lead
role in this group for the ISPCP following Greg Ruth's retirement. The ISPCP
will reconsider representation on this working group after the Nairobi
meeting.

 

3.    Issues for the next GNSO Council meeting 

No specific issues were raised at this meeting. Another call will be
scheduled prior to the Nairobi meeting.

 

4.    Preparation for the Nairobi meeting

Tony Harris agreed to Chair the ISPCP meeting in Nairobi. Tony will also
undertake outreach efforts with the local ISP community in advance of that
meeting.

 

It was agreed the ISPCP would notify the Business Constituency they would
welcome a proposal for the BC to organize the Cross Constituency meeting in
Nairobi on the understanding that the ISPCP would then assume that role at
the next meeting in Brussels.

 

 

5.    ISPCP comments on the Affirmation Reviews

A copy of the draft ISPCP comment on the Affirmation Reviews has been
circulated for comment.  A quick response is required as this will need to
be submitted to ICANN by the 10th February

 

 

Date of next call

 

TUESDAY 2nd MARCH commencing at 14.00 UTC