Aavegotchi DAO Core Proposal – Multi-Sig Signers Election & Compensation Rules 2026–2027

Aavegotchi DAO Core Proposal – Multi-Sig Signers Election & Compensation Rules 2026–2027

Author: Nestor (5583) Vote Duration: 14 days (ends March 17, 2026) Quorum Requirement: 7.2M GHST

Summary:

This binding Core Proposal finalizes the 2026–2027 refresh of the Aavegotchi DAO Foundation Multi-Sig Signers. It elects 9 signers from 12 nominees, preserves the existing 5-of-9 threshold (maximum security and decentralization preserved), sets quarterly compensation at the equivalent of 1,000 USD paid in GHST (calculated at the payout day's current rate), and ensures continuity via the successor/next-in-line rule. Non-elected nominees are encouraged to act as reserves for seamless operations and uninterrupted multisig functionality. It is accompanied by 2 Ballots lasting 7 days, which will feature 6 Nominees each. The winners of the respective ballots are designated Multi-Sig-Signers. The thrid ballot lasting 7-days will elect 7 Signers among the remaining 10 nominees. This system is due to Snapshots limitation of 10 voting-spots and to ensure fairness by mitigating the possibility of two very differently "strong" nominee-groups. Randomness of allocation is given by the order in which nominees nominated themselves. The CoreProp itself decides through a Yes/No vote about the affirmation of the details and processes.

Background & Poll Results:

This concludes an extensive, community-driven process via Signal Proposal and three polls (February 2026, Snapshot: aavegotchi.eth; discussions in Discord #1468690009849598078).

• Poll #1 (closed mid-February 2026): Compensation sentiment. Weighted results (~4.95M total votes): 44.36% (2.2M) for 10,000 GHST quarterly; 36.21% (1.8M) Abstain/No preference; 13.09% (637.4K) for 5,000 GHST; 6.34% (308.8K) for 15,000 GHST. Weighted average ~9,478 GHST (excl. Abstain) or ~9,668 GHST (Abstain as 10k). Guided value-based thinking.

• Poll #2 (parallel iwth #3, closed late February):  Overwhelmingly keep 5-of-9 signers (security > speed).  Explicitly set payout mechanics: Equivalent calculated on the actual payout date using the day's current GHST/USD rate. Precise rate determination (oracle, exchange average, etc.) to be finalized by a dedicated DAO working group.

• Poll #3 (parallel with #2): Preference for USD/USDC-defined compensation (fixed/TWAP) with variable GHST quarterly payouts.
  

A majority of the 12 nominees supported a modest 1,000 USD equivalent quarterly in GHST, (at current price: 5x the prior signer compensation) balancing added responsibility with treasury constraints. The original vision (AGIP 50/51, ~3-4 years ago) combined Directors as both board members and multisig signers (9 doxxed, 5/9 threshold, 2000 GHST quarterly / 8000 annually). Over time, administrative/Officer roles (safe the Officer-role of Treasurer per AGIP 81 decision) separated from signers for legal, anonymity, and practical reasons — shifting renewal Officer appointments (including Treasurer as one of potentially 2–4) to the background. This proposal keeps signers focused on multisig execution while deferring full Officer structure. Everything else remains as is: Proven multisig structure, no operational changes.

Specifications:

1. Number of Signers & Threshold

Unchanged: 9 signers total, 5-of-9 required for transactions (per Poll #2 majority; prioritizes security/decentralization). 2. Election - Ballot 1 & 2 (of 3 Ballots in sum), 7 days, weighted voting The 12 nominees (with mentions/tags where provided) are allotted to two groups. Nominees are listed in the order in which their nominations registered on Discord. Ballot 1 comprising the six nominees, who nominated themselves earlier, Ballot 2 the six nominees thereafter.

   Ballot 1:
    ◦ Fase
    ◦ Kokusho
    ◦ Brillz | Gotchi Battler 
    ◦ Musashi13
    ◦ Maxicrouton (Treasurer) 
    ◦ Z_tef

Ballot 2:
    ◦ Zaunzi
    ◦ Crazy Crypto 
    ◦ Nestor (Director) 
    ◦ PG | Gotchi.World 
    ◦ Totogotchu
    ◦ VR Dev (CryptoGotchi)

The winners of Ballot 1 and 2, these are each one nominee with the most votes in their 	respective group are designated signers.

"Ballot 3": among the ten nominees remaining seven signers will be decided upon through 	Ballot 3 in another 7-day weighted vote. This will make the number of 9 signers complete.
   Voters allocate weighted power freely across the candidates. 

3. Successor / Next-in-Line Rule

Vacancies (resignation, incapacity): The next highest-ranked nominee from this election automatically steps in (standard, uncontentious from prior AGIPs/discussions). This ensures quick continuity. 4. Term 1 year, starting upon execution (mid-March 2026 onward). Re-election toward end-2026/early-2027. 5. Compensation Each signer receives quarterly equivalent of 1,000 USD, paid in GHST. ◦ Calculated on payout date using current GHST/USD rate (per Poll #2; DAO working group defines exact method). ◦ Quarterly schedule: April, July, October, January (flexible for ops). ◦ Sustainable, nominee-backed (balancing sustainable finances and saisonal economics) 6. Officer Roles (Brief Note) Current Officers (including Treasurer as one of likely 2–4) continue temporarily. DAO decides full Officer/Treasurer numbers, roles, and compensation in follow-up election post-this vote. Final Remarks With 12 dedicated nominees, weighted voting flexibility, automatic successors, and reserve encouragement for the non-elected, this secures reliably treasury operations. Compensation stays modest yet fair. Huge thanks to the community, the many poll voters and nominees for stepping up!

Vote - to approve or disapprove of the elections, the rules, the framework.

YES or NO

Snapshot voting is open fourteeen days to March 17. Let's make it official!