Posted by Shar on April 16, 2002, at 0:43:35
In reply to Re: can we just try it?!, posted by Dr. Bob on April 15, 2002, at 9:30:18
>>I do think it's worth giving a try, but my inclination is not to leave it completely open. Since what would distinguish it from PSB then?
I think it would be an 'honor system' thing that people who post meet some criterion such as being registered on one of the Babble boards for a year, or whatever amount of time you want to make that.
This seems to be getting waaay too complicated. I didn't really envision an old timer's board being a substitute for PSB, but more of a reunion place. A place to connect. See who is still out and about. If anybody knows how Harry B. is. That kind of thing.
> And I'm still thinking about a number of "class of xxx" boards instead of just one reunion board.
Hmmm, now that would be interesting. That would mean if Phil, Greg and I joined in different years, we wouldn't be on the same board? Doesn't seem too appealing. Also, seems like the groups on the 'class of xxx' boards might be pretty small, considering that we are talking about (I would guess) a tiny subset of all registrants in year xxx.
>And what to do about ancient history, B.R. (before registration).
Have I got a solution for you! Just have it so that the BR group is grandfathered in, and then set some criterion for others joining if you want one.
Or! Even better, grandfather in EVERYONE registered, and the BR people, when the Reunion Board goes up. This would include current newbies, but will probably be viewed as more fair. Then, after the date the reunion board goes up, people could post there after being registered for however long you say.
Ta daaa! Easy squeezy!
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> > > do you have concerns about having to monitor a new board? Will it add to your work load a lot?
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>Or if there are lots of complaints. :-(Yes, complaints are a concern. I am not sure that the worries expressed so far would actually come true, at least if the reunion board is what I'm thinking it is...which is why I think we should just make a decision and do it. It's always (in my experience) easier to think of potential problems than benefits, and stringing it out has only led to repetition of previously voiced concerns.
Don't misunderstand...it's only right that people voice their concerns; my question is, how long does the fair hearing last?
I think the split from PB-only to PB and PSB took less time than this, and was a much more drastic step. At least from my perspective. Plus, I think registration was implemented around that time as well. A lot of change.
Let me know if I can help. 8:-)
Shar
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> Bob
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