One of the substantial problems which beset last year's panel was the
failure of certain panelists to keep in touch, to vote on important matters
(or any matters), and to be actively involved.
I think one of the issues which we - as a community - were moving towards
agreement on was the requirement that all panelists participated, remained
involved, and - in particular - voted on motions.
If a panelist is not prepared to vote on motions, then the Membership should
be prepared to evict that panelist and replace her/him with someone who's
going to actually participate.
I suggest that any panelist who fails to vote in three consecutive votes (or
in 75% of all votes) should face a vote of confidence from the whole
Membership.