Proposal to change the second Z moderator for someone else

[garyb]

it's me already?
where's John?

[hubird]

it's me already?

I guess so
Congrats

where's John?

Yes, thought John was already involved in the process.
He would be the first one I would inform about the change, as planetz isn't a democracy but the guest room of John.
imho.

[Nestor]

it's me already?
where's John?

Well, we know, he has told us so, he is very busy and not coming much around here anymore, so I guess I will have to send him a mail with this link, so he can see it. But there is no rush for this change, it's ok, as long as the kitchen man is away... of course...

[Nestor]

I have send John a mail with this link

[John Cooper]

Thanks for letting me know - and my apologies for being late to the thread!

Yes, as Nestor has pointed out, I essentially have no time at all to keep up with reading the forums- my time is completely taken up by my work, my family, my band, and other projects. So my role here has devolved to something like chief janitorial staff I keep the lights on, take out the trash, and act as locksmith and bouncer at the door. I periodically have to change the forum registration countermeasures to prevent the influx of spambots, kitchen salesman, etc.

When I have gone on vacation, or have missed some firefight, Nestor has been invaluable in assisting.
Thanks so much Nestor for all the help, and I wish you all the focus and freedom you desire, and success on your project- can't wait to hear it!

I completely agree that GaryB is the right choice to be a moderator. He is smart, responsible, level-headed, and generous with his time and knowledge. I am not at all worried about any conflict of interest.

I have kept planetz alive because, while I was the one who created it (over 15 years ago!), I know it is all of you that have made planetz into something special. I didn't want to let you all down by abandoning it or by allowing someone to take over who wouldn't stick with it.

Now, this may be a good initial transition towards Gary taking over complete control and migration of the planetz forums (something we have discussed in the past), with my role shifting to something more like a consultant-on-call. Gary has certainly proven his enduring passion and dedication to the platform, and to these forums, and I expect that the site would continue to evolve and prosper under his leadership.

Thoughts?
-John

[John Cooper]

Think I still have admin access to some degree or another, feel free to pm or email me with anything and I'll check in (Garyb or whomever) =]

Hey Valis,
Indeed- you are still an honorary guard, ever since you helped out during my australia vacation in 2010. Thanks again!
-John

[dante]

Gary has certainly proven his enduring passion and dedication to the platform, and to these forums, and I expect that the site would continue to evolve and prosper under his leadership.

Thoughts?
-John

+1 ... give him the keys to the city man.

[Sounddesigner]

Gary has certainly proven his enduring passion and dedication to the platform, and to these forums, and I expect that the site would continue to evolve and prosper under his leadership.

Thoughts?
-John

+1 ... give him the keys to the city man.

+2 .. All the tech support that he's done alone on his own time can't be compared to by anyone. Helped a lot of people get threw some dark times. As well as just being a huge contributer in keeping the forum alive with conversation, etc. Garyb's perfect for the job I'm sure!

[Nestor]

And he will soon have 19.000 posts...., this is an amazing lot! And I guess a huge percentage of these posts have been to help others....

[dawman]

JCoop in a band.......awesome news.
Freedom of the spirit...

[Nestor]

Gary to the presidency of the world best music forum Planet Z:

[garyb]

no wonder nobody pays attention to me...

[hubird]

[dante]

Is that a Novation keyboard ?

[hubird]

no, it's Gary.

[dante]

Theres a keyboard behind him. Its a Novation Impulse Id guess

[garyb]

no, i don't think so...CME, i think.

there is only China and then the "boutique" stuff. it's possible that the Novation model you are thinking of was made by CME.

[hubird]

just kidding...

[garyb]

but...it WAS me...

[hubird]

hehe