FP Database vs. E-Mails to Separate Group (WAS: Can I make an edit?)

[Phyllis]

Debbie wrote:

> Also, I'd like to refocus on the suggestion Amanda made the other 
> day:
 
> <<Why don't we make a database on the main list, so the members can 
> access it, and have them log likely candidates? The complexities of 
> how to access it will filter a few of them. What do you think?>>
 
> This would give members two methods of nominating posts.  I think 
> some members might be more willing to add posts to the database 
> than to send suggestions off into the ether.  Also, we could start 
> the database with a couple of examples of our own, so they could 
> see exactly what kind of information we're looking for.

I like the idea of offering two methods of nominating posts.  I think 
the database will make our lives easier in the long run.  And those 
who can't navigate the database would still have the option of 
sending an e-mail.

I don't see the problem with having members reading the database - 
when we put together the FPs, it's clear which posts have been 
deemed "fantastic," so if someone is going to feel insulted, the 
information on which to feel slighted is already public.  As for 
providing instructions, I think Debbie's idea of providing a couple 
of examples would help, and if this isn't sufficient, we could always 
direct people to a document in the files section which provides 
instructions.

~Phyllis