[bc-gnso] Next gTLD Round

[Phil Corwin <psc@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

http://www.icann.org/en/minutes/resolutions-07feb12-en.htm

1.     Reaffirmation of second round of applications in New gTLD Program
Prior to the consideration of this item, Board members and liaisons that have 
been identified as having a potential conflict of interest related to the New 
gTLD Program were excused from the meeting.
Whereas, the first application window for the New gTLD Program opened on 12 
January 2012 and will close on 12 April 2012.
Whereas, the GNSO policy recommendations accepted by the Board on 26 June 2008 
stated that ICANN should introduce new gTLDs in rounds.
Whereas, in the process of forming the New gTLD Program, ICANN has committed to 
undertake certain work prior to initiating a second round of an application 
window for the New gTLD Program.
Resolved (2012.02.07.05), ICANN is committed to opening a second application 
window for the New gTLD Program as expeditiously as possible.
Resolved (2012.02.07.06), the Board directs the CEO to publish a document 
describing the work plan required prior to initiating a second application 
window for the New gTLD Program, specifically addressing the GAC requirement 
for assessment of trademark protections and root zone operation, and 
identifying other prerequisites to the next round of new gTLDs.
Resolved(2012.02.07.07), the Board directs the CEO to continue working with the 
ICANN community to refine the work plan and address the prerequisites needed to 
open the second round of new gTLDs.


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