[OSM-talk] Recent edits in the wiki / Trademark issue

[Peter Barth]

Hi all, hi Simon,

I tried to wait a day and think about what's been written and to calm
down about this unspeakable issue. But I can't stop myself from 
replying.

I don't mind about the word/trademark GEOCODE, nor do I mind about your
wiki changes. But what makes me furious is your/the OSMF's handling of a
community project.

Simon Poole wrote:
> Please address any questions on the matter to me by e-mail and not to
> the list.
 
It is unacceptable that an issue like this is/should be processed in a
private manner when in fact everyone in the community is concerned. 
Second, I'd like to see the C&D. As a matter of course this should be 
the first thing that happens: Publish the C&D before any other actions 
are taken, even before you contact a laywer.

I'm really disappointed and angry about this issue. What happens here is 
not the understanding of a *community project* I have. I'd like the OSMF
to become more democratic and community based. It should be the mappers
that decide and be able to decide (and thereby I don't mean voting some 
members every few years) and not the board. Therefore, it would be a 
great start if OSMF members could file a motion that has to be decided 
on (mine would be to publish the C&D ;)). I also still hope, Frederik 
will give a statement in this thread, too.

Peda

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