Mark, > I want developers and implementers to come to my meetings, not (just) people who are the “regulars.” Given the short time blocks available in an IETF meeting, as well as uncertainly around scheduling until just before the meeting (travel scheduling-wise), it seems like we’re creating ever-more-steep barriers to having them come to meetings. > > I understand that the IETF has to stay "financial". However, I’d ask that we consider a number of measures to help address this situation: > > * Finalising the agenda (far) before it currently is, so that people can make firm (and economic) travel plans without blocking out an entire week > > * Freezing the day pass fee (and raising the “full week” fee proportionately) > > * Allowing WGs to hold interim meetings without being required to meet at the adjacent IETF meetings > > To anticipate the objections this will raise — yes, I understand that things are structured to encourage cross-particiption and information sharing between groups. However, I believe that in doing so, all we’re really doing is discouraging participation by people who don’t have the time or interest in focusing their careers on standards full-time. Good points. FWIW, I am in very much agreement with this. Jari
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