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Author: rgardler
Date: Tue Jun 14 20:47:11 2011
New Revision: 1135785

URL: http://svn.apache.org/viewvc?rev=1135785&view=rev
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+Notice:    Licensed to the Apache Software Foundation (ASF) under one
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+
+Occasionally a "feel" for consensus is not enough. Sometimes we need to 
+have a measurable consensus. For example, when voting in new committers or 
+to approve a release. 
+
+## Preparing for a Vote
+
+Before calling a vote it is important to ensure that the community is given time to
+discuss the upcoming vote. This will be done by posting an email to the list
+indicating the intention to call a vote and the options available. By the time
+a vote is called there should already be [consensus in the community][4]. The vote 
+itself is, normally, a formality.
+
+## Calling a Vote
+
+Once it is time to call the vote a mail is posted with a subject starting 
+with "{VOTE]". This enables the community members to ensure they do not miss
+an important vote thread. It also indicates that this is not consensus building
+but a formal vote.
+
+### Casting Your Vote
+
+The notation used in voting is:
+
+  - +1 Yes I agree 
+  -  0 I have no strong opinion 
+  - -1 I object on the following grounds
+
+If you object you must support your objection and provide an alternative course 
+of action that you are willing and able to implement (where appropriate).

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