Voting Procedures & Guidelines
This document outlines how voting works in our DAO governance system.
Who Can Vote
- Trust Level 1+ can vote on proposals
- Trust Level 2+ can create proposals
- Voting power is equal (1 member = 1 vote) unless otherwise specified
Voting Options
For most proposals:
- For - You support the proposal
- Against - You oppose the proposal
- Abstain - You want to participate but remain neutral (counts toward quorum)
Voting Periods
| Proposal Type | Discussion | Voting |
|---|---|---|
| Minor | 3 days | 3 days |
| Standard | 5 days | 5 days |
| Major | 7 days | 7 days |
| Constitutional | 14 days | 14 days |
Quorum Requirements
A vote is valid only if enough members participate:
- Minor: 10% of eligible voters
- Standard: 20% of eligible voters
- Major: 33% of eligible voters
- Constitutional: 50% of eligible voters
Approval Thresholds
Proposals pass with:
- Minor: Simple majority (>50%)
- Standard: 60% approval
- Major: 67% approval (2/3 supermajority)
- Constitutional: 75% approval
The Voting Process
1. Discussion Phase
- Proposal is posted using the template
- Community provides feedback
- Author may revise based on feedback
- Minimum discussion period must pass
2. Voting Phase
- Moderator updates tag to
voting - Poll is added or external voting system linked
- Voting opens for the specified period
- No changes to proposal during voting
3. Execution Phase
- If passed: Tag updated to
passed, implementation begins - If failed: Tag updated to
rejected, may be revised and resubmitted - Results are publicly recorded
Best Practices
For Voters
- Read the full proposal before voting
- Participate in discussions
- Vote based on merit, not personalities
- Explain your reasoning if possible
For Proposers
- Engage constructively with feedback
- Be open to amendments
- Provide clear implementation timelines
- Follow up after voting concludes
Vote Integrity
To maintain fair voting:
- One account per person (verified if possible)
- No vote buying or selling
- No coordinated manipulation
- Violations result in vote nullification and potential ban
Questions about voting? Ask in Support.