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>I think things are somewhat heated, so I'll limit myself to the following response:
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>I think this is something the current award winners should be discussing along with some other leaders in the community, including former Fox Team members. Individuals who understand the history of the community.
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>That's an interpretation that meets your needs. An equally valid alternative is that a "community" award ought to involve the community rather than a self-selected few. If you want to hand out Foxgang awards, go for it. FWIW, I also reject the idea that a self-selected elite has a monopoly on understanding anything that matters.
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>Question: what is to stop somebody else apart from you deciding they are in charge and giving a community lifetime award to Crunchy the Clown? If it's not necessary to seek Community approval, there's no impediment that I can see. Clearly the process is faulty.


Crunchy the Clown! Eureka! (palm smacking forehead)

We've already got a three ring circus going here so old Crunchy can't be far away.