CoTech structure
Harry "Outlandish" Robbins Thu 23 Nov 2017 3:14PMPublicSeen by 74A place to store gather some thoughts about how CoTech should be structured in the run up to the 2017 Retreat
How much should membership cost per year?
poll by Harry "Outlandish" Robbins Closed Tue 28 Nov 2017 3:09PM
This is a non-binding poll to gather opinions about whether CoTech should have an annual membership fee, and what that should be
Results
| Results | Option | % of points | Voters | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| £300 per co-op member | 50 | 2 |  | |||
| £200 per co-op | 25 | 1 |  | |||
| £50 per co-op member | 25 | 1 |  | |||
| Free | 0 | 0 | ||||
| £750 per co-op | 0 | 0 | ||||
| Undecided | 105 |             |
Harry "Outlandish" RobbinsThu 23 Nov 2017 3:35PM
The network needs some capital to be able to organise the AGM and host its website, etc.
Tim DaviesFri 24 Nov 2017 9:29AM
I've opted for non-free, but would suggest this might be a good place for a sliding scale based on turnover rather than membership numbers.
Chris Lowis (Go Free Range)Fri 24 Nov 2017 12:10PM
The lack of central funds caused a whole load of work when organising Wortley Hall (collecting deposits, invoicing, applying to solid fund, long discussions about costs). I'm relaxed about how much.
GrahamMon 27 Nov 2017 12:34PM
If fees are needed then they should be low as to not present a barrier, and if required can be topped up by a modest percentage fee from all paid work carried out as a result of the existence of the organisation.
How formal should CoTech be?
poll by Harry "Outlandish" Robbins Closed Tue 28 Nov 2017 3:09PM
What sort of organisation do we want? A loose network or something more formal/structured
Results
| Results | Option | % of points | Voters | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| An informal network (current) | 50 | 2 | | |||
| A non-trading secondary co-op run primarily on a voluntary basis | 25 | 1 | | |||
| A more active secondary co-op where members commit resources to enable activities | 25 | 1 | | |||
| A fully trading entity that delivers commercial services | 0 | 0 | ||||
| Undecided | 105 |      |
Harry "Outlandish" RobbinsThu 23 Nov 2017 3:33PM
Members probably aren't in a position to commit a lot of resources at the moment, but a bit more clarity would be good
Thomas Parisot (dtc innovation)Fri 24 Nov 2017 6:55AM
The structure is not as relevant as what we do together. Our time and efforts are best used if we do not deal with additional paperwork.
Tim DaviesFri 24 Nov 2017 9:28AM
I think form needs to follow function. As shared vision emerges in the network that needs structure, then is the time to develop that structure.
Is there an option to also formalise as an interest group within an existing body (e.g. Co-ops UK)?
How should voting work?
poll by Harry "Outlandish" Robbins Closed Tue 28 Nov 2017 3:09PM
Results
| Results | Option | % of points | Voters | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Consent - any co-op can block any motion | 60 | 3 | | |||
| Majority voting - one co-op member, one vote (larger co-ops get more votes) | 20 | 1 | | |||
| Consent vote, +1 vote cycle Consent Vote, +1 vote cycle Majority. | 20 | 1 | ||||
| No formal decision making process (current) | 0 | 0 | ||||
| Majority voting - one co-op, one vote | 0 | 0 | ||||
| Undecided | 104 |       |