0. Summary
This proposal suggests postponing the start of the next voting period from December 24th, 2024, to January 7th, 2025. The rationale is to respect the holiday season's impact on contributors and participants, as well as ensure optimal visibility and engagement during critical milestones.
The aim is to align the transition with a time when the community can fully participate, setting a strong foundation for the new year.
1. Rationale
Currently, the 12th mint is set to be selected on December 17th, 2024, with the first voting round of the new period starting on December 24th, which coincides with the holiday season. This timing is suboptimal due to the general downtime during holidays, when people focus on family and personal recalibration. As both contributors and the audience are human, this adjustment acknowledges the importance of aligning critical transitions with periods of high engagement and availability.
2. Proposal Specification
The proposed adjusted timeline is as follows:
- December 10, 2024 (Tuesday): Final voting round of the period opens, and theme voting begins.
- December 17, 2024 (Tuesday): 12th mint and next theme are selected.
- December 18–20, 2024 (Wednesday–Friday): 13th mint is selected and announced.
- December 23–27, 2024 (Monday–Friday): Holiday break for all contributors and community members.
- December 30, 2024 – January 3, 2025 (Monday–Friday): Prepare for the new period launch.
- January 7, 2025 (Tuesday): Formal start of the first round of the new period.
This timeline ensures a break during the holidays and sets a clear, well-prepared start for the new year.
3. Budget
No specific budget is required for this proposal as it primarily involves scheduling adjustments.
4. Criteria of Success
The proposal's success can be measured by:
- Smooth transition into the new year with minimal disruptions.
- Higher engagement in the first voting round compared to previous period launches.
- Positive feedback from contributors and the community about the adjusted schedule.
5. Disadvantages
- A potential slight delay in the overall art production cycle.
- Loss of a week in the auction schedule during the holiday break.
- Requires careful planning to ensure the Guardian and community are aligned for the new start date.
