Greetings @neardigitalcollective.near Community, The Near Research Collective, on behalf of the [NDC](https://www.neardc.org/), invites you to participate in an essential poll concerning the refinement of NDC election procedures. Your insights are invaluable in creating a voting system that represents the community's interests while maintaining the integrity and security of the process. The poll will explore the following key aspects of the upcoming elections: - **Minimum Vote Count Value**: Determining the fixed number of votes required for nominee election to a house, considering various community sizes and election stakes. - **Blacklist Management**: Deciding whether the Election Integrity Council (EIC) should have the power to remove accounts from the blacklist before the election or if this responsibility should remain solely with the Transparency Commission (TC). - **Spend Cap for Congressional Period**: Assessing the appropriate spend cap for v1 governance, considering fiscal responsibility and development needs. - **Congress Term Limit**: Evaluating the suitable term length for the first session of congress, balancing stability, adaptability, and long-term planning. - **Definition of "Big Budget Item"**: Establishing the monetary threshold for significant expenditures, ensuring alignment with Congress's goals and rigorous review. The community's participation is not only encouraged but essential. The collective voice will guide the finalization of these critical aspects of governance, contributing to a more robust and democratic NDC community. [Link to New Poll](https://near.org/#/easypoll-v0.ndc-widgets.near/widget/EasyPoll?page=view_poll&src=chloe.near/easypoll-4.0.0/official/a4e6216e7092elleidg2rf14cf87c073e3) For a detailed discussion on each topic, please feel free to join the conversation in the [NDC Telegram channel](https://t.me/+fcNhYGxK891lMjMx). Thank you for your engagement and dedication to shaping the future of the NDC. Sincerely, The Near Research Collective on behalf of the NDC