Even though Pixelation is still under development, we are bringing back the spirit of Pixelation: The moderators are being assembled and the forum rules have been updated and will be made available soon.
Now that we have reached over 100 members, it's time to address some of the new elements to the site. We're introducing a peer representation system. In this system, representatives are elected and hold office for a quarter of the year. They shall be responsible for coming up with and providing weekly challenges and activities, as well as proposing rule changes, confirming new moderator choices, or conducting tribunals for misbehaving members. The representatives will not have moderator powers, however they will be granted similar authority and command, which includes ordering moderators to act on judgements made by the representatives. We hope that this system of peer representation distributes responsibility and a sense of fairness deeper into the community as a whole, and allows more opportunities for people to take part when they have time in the year to do so.
If you're interested in becoming a representative, take time to consider if you'll be able to participate. If things work out well, it will become a permanent fixture in the system.
September the 1st is the start of the quarter, which is when the representatives will take their seats. There are only 4 elective seats, and we will be giving out additional information later. If you wish to run for a seat, declare your interest in the OT, get anybody to second you, that's all you need to be put in the running. You may create a thread in the general section in order to propagate your campaign promises, ideals, and any other information you want to get out there. Title it "yournamehere campaign". We're cutting things a little close, so you have exactly 1 week before we begin voting.
There will be more information on the election process soon.
Pixelopolis Staff
