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 Technical Steering Committee (TSC)
 **********************************

 TSC Member Role
 ###############

 The TSC role and its responsibilities is defined in the `Zephyr project charter`_.

 Membership
 ++++++++++

 A TSC member plays a pivotal role in shaping the technical direction of the
 Zephyr Project. TSC members work collaboratively with other TSC members,
 contributors, and stakeholders to ensure the project's success and
 sustainability.

 By fulfilling the rights and responsibilities below, TSC members contribute to
 the overall success and growth of the Zephyr Project, ensuring that it remains a
 vibrant and thriving open-source community for years to come.


 Rights
 ------

 Decision Making
   Participate in key decisions related to the project's technical direction,
   including architectural changes, feature additions, and release planning.

 Voting
   Exercise voting rights on important matters discussed within the TSC,
   including feature proposals, code contributions, and community initiatives.

 Access
   Gain access to relevant project repositories, documentation, and communication
   channels to stay informed and contribute effectively.

 Leadership
   Take on leadership roles within working groups or subcommittees dedicated to
   specific technical areas or initiatives.

 Representation
   Act as a representative of the broader Zephyr community, advocating for the
   interests of contributors, users, and stakeholders.

 Responsibilities
 ----------------
 TSC members are expected to fulfill the following responsibilities, though it is
 not mandatory to fulfill all:

 Technical Oversight
   Provide guidance and oversight on technical matters, ensuring alignment with
   project goals, standards, and best practices through active participation as
   core members in working groups and committees.

 Code Review
   Participate in code reviews to maintain code quality, consistency, and
   compatibility with project standards.

 Community Engagement
   Engage with the community through forums, mailing lists, conferences, and
   other channels to foster collaboration, address concerns, and gather feedback.

 Documentation
   Contribute to the development and maintenance of project documentation,
   including technical guides, API references, and best practices.

 Release Management
   Collaborate with the release manager and other stakeholders to plan and
   coordinate project releases, ensuring timely delivery and quality assurance.

 Contributor Support
   Support and mentor new contributors, helping them navigate the project's
   codebase, processes, and community norms.

 Issue Triage
   Assist in triaging and prioritizing issues reported by users and contributors,
   facilitating timely resolution and communication.

 Compliance and Licensing
   Ensure compliance with project licensing requirements and open-source best
   practices, addressing any licensing-related issues that may arise.

 Conflict Resolution
   Facilitate constructive discussions and resolution of technical disagreements
   or conflicts within the community, promoting a healthy and inclusive
   environment.

 Continuous Improvement
   Continuously seek opportunities to improve project governance, processes, and
   infrastructure, driving innovation and sustainability.


 Appointed TSC Members
 +++++++++++++++++++++

 See `Zephyr project charter`_ for more details.

 - Appointed TSC members have no term limits besides the term of their employment
   at the organization they represent or their organization's membership in the
   Zephyr Project.
 - Appointed TSC members can select an Alternate from the same organization.

 Elected TSC Members
 +++++++++++++++++++

 Per the `Zephyr project charter`_, TSC members can nominate representatives from
 the technical community at the rate of no more than one per quarter.

 - Majority vote is required to confirm a candidate.
 - Once elected, a TSC member serves for 2 years.
 - Elected TSC members do not have the right to appoint an Alternate.
 - To ensure continuity of the TSC, at the end of the 2 year term, the TSC is
   required to reconfirm the membership of elected members. If the elected member
   declines a new term or if the TSC fails to reconfirm the term, the seat will
   be open for new nominations.
 - If an elected TSC member resigns before the end of the 2 year term, their spot
   will be open for new members outside of the quarterly nomination limit. The
   elected member will serve a 2 year term.
 - The TSC has the right to terminate elected members who become inactive and are
   not fulfilling the responsibilities of TSC members as described in this
   document.
 - The number of elected members shall not exceed 20% of the total of appointed
   members.
 - Existing TSC members who were elected before May 2024 shall be re-confirmed
   after completing the 2 year term since they were first elected.

 Suspensions
 +++++++++++

 As noted under Section 8b of the Project Charter, voting rights for a
 representative who misses three consecutive meetings are subject to suspension
 and suspended representatives do not count towards the quorum requirement.

 A representative’s suspension will end and voting rights be restored at the start
 of the next attended meeting. The TSC enforces the suspension policy for voting
 members who miss three consecutive TSC weekly meetings.

 Multi-day meetings (F2F events) are counted as "one" meeting. The TSC voted on
 February 16, 2022 to discontinue default enforcement of the suspension policy.
 The TSC voted on January 18, 2023 to re-enact default enforcement of the
 suspension policy.

 Notice of suspension will be sent to representatives who miss three consecutive
 meetings, noting that rights will be restored upon next attendance of a TSC
 meeting.

 .. note::

    As per Section 4b of the Project Charter, Platinum and Silver
    Members may choose to opt out of a voting seat on the TSC.

    Members who opt out and then wish to reclaim their seat later will have their
    voting rights restored at the start of the second consecutive meeting
    attended following notification to the TSC Chair.


 Voting
 ++++++

 Voting in the Zephyr Project is defined under Section 8 of the Project Charter.

 Additional points of clarity / TSC interpretation have been added below. The
 Governing Board may opt to update the Charter to include the below
 refinements. Until then, additional clarifications (if/where needed) will be
 discussed in the Process Working Group, and approved in the TSC.

 - TSC In-Meeting Voting For items requesting an in-meeting vote of the Zephyr
   Technical Steering Committee (TSC), assuming quorum requirements have been
   met, the default voting mechanism will be a verbal motion to determine if
   there is general consensus.
 - If there are no objections to a motion being brought forward, general
   consensus is assumed and the motion passes.
 - Should there be any objections raised, the vote will move to email, and be
   executed using the Voting Guidelines outlined in Section 8 of the Project
   Charter.
 - Should a motion be deemed urgent by the TSC Chair, and assuming quorum
   requirements have been met, the Chair may call for a roll call vote
   in-meeting.

 Voting Options
 --------------

 - Voting Options are:

   - "Yes",
   - "No" or
   - "Abstain"

 Abstention
 ----------

 Abstentions do not count in tallying the vote negatively or positively; when
 members abstain, they are in effect attending only to contribute to a quorum.

 Abstentions do not impact the number of votes needed to decide a vote.

 Quorum
 ------

 Quorum for TSC meetings shall require 60% of the voting representatives... (ref
 8b of the Charter)

 Decisions
 ---------

 Decisions by vote shall be based on a majority vote, provided that at least
 sixty percent (60%) of the **TSC** representatives must be either
 present or participating electronically or by written action in order to
 conduct a valid vote. (ref 8c of the Charter)

 Example A:

    40 eligible TSC voters. 3 abstain from a vote on a motion. 12 vote Yes. 11 vote
    No.

    Quorum reached: 26 votes cast (quorum = 60% of 40 = 24)
    Majority vote: 12 Yes vs. 11 No. Yes wins.
    Motion adopted.

 Example B:

    40 eligible TSC voters. 5 abstain from a vote on a motion. 12 vote Yes. 6
    vote No. Quorum reached? 23 votes cast (quorum = 60% of 40 = 24)

    Vote is not valid. Quorum not reached.

 Example C:

    40 eligible TSC voters. 21 abstain from a vote on a motion. 2 vote Yes. 1 votes
    No. Quorum reached? 24 votes cast (quorum = 60% of 40 = 24)

    Majority vote: 2 Yes vs. 1 No. Yes wins.

 Immutable Votes
 +++++++++++++++

 Votes are considered immutable once cast. A voter may not change their vote,
 once cast, between the time a Motion is brought forth and the time at which
 results are announced.

 .. _Zephyr project charter:
    https://www.zephyrproject.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/LF-Zephyr-Charter-2023.08.21.pdf
	Technical Steering Committee (TSC)
	**********************************

	TSC Member Role
	###############

	The TSC role and its responsibilities is defined in the `Zephyr project charter`_.

	Membership
	++++++++++

	A TSC member plays a pivotal role in shaping the technical direction of the
	Zephyr Project. TSC members work collaboratively with other TSC members,
	contributors, and stakeholders to ensure the project's success and
	sustainability.

	By fulfilling the rights and responsibilities below, TSC members contribute to
	the overall success and growth of the Zephyr Project, ensuring that it remains a
	vibrant and thriving open-source community for years to come.


	Rights
	------

	Decision Making
	Participate in key decisions related to the project's technical direction,
	including architectural changes, feature additions, and release planning.

	Voting
	Exercise voting rights on important matters discussed within the TSC,
	including feature proposals, code contributions, and community initiatives.

	Access
	Gain access to relevant project repositories, documentation, and communication
	channels to stay informed and contribute effectively.

	Leadership
	Take on leadership roles within working groups or subcommittees dedicated to
	specific technical areas or initiatives.

	Representation
	Act as a representative of the broader Zephyr community, advocating for the
	interests of contributors, users, and stakeholders.

	Responsibilities
	----------------
	TSC members are expected to fulfill the following responsibilities, though it is
	not mandatory to fulfill all:

	Technical Oversight
	Provide guidance and oversight on technical matters, ensuring alignment with
	project goals, standards, and best practices through active participation as
	core members in working groups and committees.

	Code Review
	Participate in code reviews to maintain code quality, consistency, and
	compatibility with project standards.

	Community Engagement
	Engage with the community through forums, mailing lists, conferences, and
	other channels to foster collaboration, address concerns, and gather feedback.

	Documentation
	Contribute to the development and maintenance of project documentation,
	including technical guides, API references, and best practices.

	Release Management
	Collaborate with the release manager and other stakeholders to plan and
	coordinate project releases, ensuring timely delivery and quality assurance.

	Contributor Support
	Support and mentor new contributors, helping them navigate the project's
	codebase, processes, and community norms.

	Issue Triage
	Assist in triaging and prioritizing issues reported by users and contributors,
	facilitating timely resolution and communication.

	Compliance and Licensing
	Ensure compliance with project licensing requirements and open-source best
	practices, addressing any licensing-related issues that may arise.

	Conflict Resolution
	Facilitate constructive discussions and resolution of technical disagreements
	or conflicts within the community, promoting a healthy and inclusive
	environment.

	Continuous Improvement
	Continuously seek opportunities to improve project governance, processes, and
	infrastructure, driving innovation and sustainability.


	Appointed TSC Members
	+++++++++++++++++++++

	See `Zephyr project charter`_ for more details.

	- Appointed TSC members have no term limits besides the term of their employment
	at the organization they represent or their organization's membership in the
	Zephyr Project.
	- Appointed TSC members can select an Alternate from the same organization.

	Elected TSC Members
	+++++++++++++++++++

	Per the `Zephyr project charter`_, TSC members can nominate representatives from
	the technical community at the rate of no more than one per quarter.

	- Majority vote is required to confirm a candidate.
	- Once elected, a TSC member serves for 2 years.
	- Elected TSC members do not have the right to appoint an Alternate.
	- To ensure continuity of the TSC, at the end of the 2 year term, the TSC is
	required to reconfirm the membership of elected members. If the elected member
	declines a new term or if the TSC fails to reconfirm the term, the seat will
	be open for new nominations.
	- If an elected TSC member resigns before the end of the 2 year term, their spot
	will be open for new members outside of the quarterly nomination limit. The
	elected member will serve a 2 year term.
	- The TSC has the right to terminate elected members who become inactive and are
	not fulfilling the responsibilities of TSC members as described in this
	document.
	- The number of elected members shall not exceed 20% of the total of appointed
	members.
	- Existing TSC members who were elected before May 2024 shall be re-confirmed
	after completing the 2 year term since they were first elected.

	Suspensions
	+++++++++++

	As noted under Section 8b of the Project Charter, voting rights for a
	representative who misses three consecutive meetings are subject to suspension
	and suspended representatives do not count towards the quorum requirement.

	A representative’s suspension will end and voting rights be restored at the start
	of the next attended meeting. The TSC enforces the suspension policy for voting
	members who miss three consecutive TSC weekly meetings.

	Multi-day meetings (F2F events) are counted as "one" meeting. The TSC voted on
	February 16, 2022 to discontinue default enforcement of the suspension policy.
	The TSC voted on January 18, 2023 to re-enact default enforcement of the
	suspension policy.

	Notice of suspension will be sent to representatives who miss three consecutive
	meetings, noting that rights will be restored upon next attendance of a TSC
	meeting.

	.. note::

	As per Section 4b of the Project Charter, Platinum and Silver
	Members may choose to opt out of a voting seat on the TSC.

	Members who opt out and then wish to reclaim their seat later will have their
	voting rights restored at the start of the second consecutive meeting
	attended following notification to the TSC Chair.


	Voting
	++++++

	Voting in the Zephyr Project is defined under Section 8 of the Project Charter.

	Additional points of clarity / TSC interpretation have been added below. The
	Governing Board may opt to update the Charter to include the below
	refinements. Until then, additional clarifications (if/where needed) will be
	discussed in the Process Working Group, and approved in the TSC.

	- TSC In-Meeting Voting For items requesting an in-meeting vote of the Zephyr
	Technical Steering Committee (TSC), assuming quorum requirements have been
	met, the default voting mechanism will be a verbal motion to determine if
	there is general consensus.
	- If there are no objections to a motion being brought forward, general
	consensus is assumed and the motion passes.
	- Should there be any objections raised, the vote will move to email, and be
	executed using the Voting Guidelines outlined in Section 8 of the Project
	Charter.
	- Should a motion be deemed urgent by the TSC Chair, and assuming quorum
	requirements have been met, the Chair may call for a roll call vote
	in-meeting.

	Voting Options
	--------------

	- Voting Options are:

	- "Yes",
	- "No" or
	- "Abstain"

	Abstention
	----------

	Abstentions do not count in tallying the vote negatively or positively; when
	members abstain, they are in effect attending only to contribute to a quorum.

	Abstentions do not impact the number of votes needed to decide a vote.

	Quorum
	------

	Quorum for TSC meetings shall require 60% of the voting representatives... (ref
	8b of the Charter)

	Decisions
	---------

	Decisions by vote shall be based on a majority vote, provided that at least
	sixty percent (60%) of the TSC representatives must be either
	present or participating electronically or by written action in order to
	conduct a valid vote. (ref 8c of the Charter)

	Example A:

	40 eligible TSC voters. 3 abstain from a vote on a motion. 12 vote Yes. 11 vote
	No.

	Quorum reached: 26 votes cast (quorum = 60% of 40 = 24)
	Majority vote: 12 Yes vs. 11 No. Yes wins.
	Motion adopted.

	Example B:

	40 eligible TSC voters. 5 abstain from a vote on a motion. 12 vote Yes. 6
	vote No. Quorum reached? 23 votes cast (quorum = 60% of 40 = 24)

	Vote is not valid. Quorum not reached.

	Example C:

	40 eligible TSC voters. 21 abstain from a vote on a motion. 2 vote Yes. 1 votes
	No. Quorum reached? 24 votes cast (quorum = 60% of 40 = 24)

	Majority vote: 2 Yes vs. 1 No. Yes wins.

	Immutable Votes
	+++++++++++++++

	Votes are considered immutable once cast. A voter may not change their vote,
	once cast, between the time a Motion is brought forth and the time at which
	results are announced.

	.. _Zephyr project charter:
	https://www.zephyrproject.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/LF-Zephyr-Charter-2023.08.21.pdf