Historical Resolution Tracking Feature » 1999-08-26 - Ad Hoc Group on Future Numbering Requirements

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1999-08-26 - Ad Hoc Group on Future Numbering Requirements


Resolution of the ICANN Board
Topic: 
Formation of Ad Hoc Group on Numbering
Summary: 

Board directs creation of an ad hoc group charged with developing the objectives and proposing structures for future policies in the area of numbering.

Category: 
Internet Protocols
Meeting Date: 
Thu, 26 Aug 1999
Resolution Number: 
99.79
Status: 
Complete
Implementation Actions: 
  • Form ad hoc group and present reports.
    • Responsible entity: CEO, Director Kraaijenbrink
    • Due date: 16 July 2000 and 16 November 2000
    • Completion date: February 2001
Resolution Text: 

RESOLVED [99.79] that the Interim President and CEO, working with Director Kraaijenbrink, is directed to establish an ad hoc group to be charged with developing the objectives and proposing structures for future policies in the area of numbering, especially as required to meet global market needs and taking into account the convergence of information technology services and networks. The group will include representatives of businesses, including telecom operators and Internet service providers and trade organizations, the ASO Council, the ICANN Board, and other legitimately interested parties. The group will present an interim report before the second ICANN public meeting in 2000. A final report from the ad hoc group will be presented to the ICANN Board prior to the Annual Meeting in 2000.

Additional Information: 
  • Background and information on the Ad Hoc Group on Future Numbering Requirements, available at: http://icann.org/en/committees/adhoc/.
  • The resolution does not address funding for the items identified therein.