Members,
It was decided among the VIPs that, in light of recent threads about the VIPs, we should clarify what it means to be a VIP and how VIPs are chosen. VIPs are nominated by other VIPs, moderators, and members. The nomination is discussed, and then voted on. If the nominee doesn't pass with 70% of the votes, the nomination is dropped and the poster is not told they were nominated. If they pass with 70% or more of the vote, they are notified and promoted to VIP. If members wish to nominate someone to serve as a VIP, they should pass that nomination on to a VIP via PM. Nominations on the open forum will not be moved forward.
VIPs exist to help write rules and policies, and put those rules into place. If existing rules or policies need to be rewritten or revoked, we rewrite or revoke them. When moderators are considering new enforcement methods, they ask the VIPs for feedback. We also exist to uphold a certain standard of behavior and conduct and are supposed to emulate that standard in our own posting.
If further questions about VIPs need answers, PM me and I will do my best to answer them. We want to be receptive to member questions and concerns, but can't do anything about those questions and concerns unless they are brought forward.
Thank you for your cooperation,
Green Arrow