I remember the Council nomination thread when people complained that they didn't realise that the period was closing and so never stepped forward. I kept putting voting off, saying, 'I'll do it later' (although I've voted now), and I think there'll be others doing the same. I just think it would be a shame for people no t to be able to thank the developers in a meaningful manner, after all the hard work they've put in.

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