🗳️ Two Open Seats on the Astar Community Council – Apply Now!

Governance Community Council
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Hello Astar Collective! :astr:

We’d like to inform you that one of our valued Community Representatives has officially stepped down from the Astar Community Council.

  • First, we want to acknowledge @AstarHood, who transitioned out of his role in July 2025.
  • And more recently @Mouthmouth68, who has also stepped down from the Council.

We sincerely thank both AstarHood and MouthMouth68 for their meaningful contributions throughout their terms. Their dedication to evaluating dApps, leading proposal discussions, and advocating for the best interests of the ecosystem has been invaluable :folded_hands:.

:loudspeaker: Two Council Seats Now Open!

With two of the six Council seats now vacant, we’re opening the opportunity to onboard new members from the community who are eager to support Astar’s growth and governance.

This is your chance to step forward and contribute directly to key decisions impacting the ecosystem.

:clipboard: Responsibilities of the Community Council

As a reminder, the Astar Community Council is a governance body with an active role in:

  • Managing the Community Treasury
  • Manage the UCG Program
  • Evaluating and listing or delisting dApps for dApp Staking
  • Manage of the Astar Ambassador Fellowship (AAF)
  • Participating in governance votes and onchain operations

Council members are expected to dedicate approximately 12–16 hours per week, attend meetings, engage in community discussions, and help shape a transparent, decentralized future for Astar.

Compensation: Council members receive around $800/month in ASTR, paid quarterly using EMA30-based pricing.

:warning: This amount may change depending on the direction that the Astar Collective decides to take at any time.

:military_medal: A Note for Ambassadors

Are you currently part of the Astar Ambassador Fellowship and interested in taking on a more active governance role?

Ambassadors are encouraged to apply. This is a great opportunity for internal rotation within the ecosystem, allowing experienced contributors to expand their involvement and bring their community insights directly into Council operations!

:memo: How to Apply

Interested candidates must post their application under the Community Council category on the forum with the following title format:

[Community Council Application – YOUR NAME]

Please include:

  • Full Name & Timezone
  • Relevant Qualifications & Experience
  • Track Record of Contributions
  • Motivation & Vision for Astar
  • Plans for the Term
  • Weekly Availability
  • Onchain Identity Verification
  • Disclosures of Project Affiliations or Conflicts

Important: Make sure to tag @Community_Council in your application post.

Need help verifying your onchain identity? Message @Gaius_sama or reach out to me @Juminstock via Telegram or Discord.

:date: Application Timeline

  • Application Deadline: February 12, 2025
  • Voting: If multiple candidates apply, we’ll hold an offchain vote via OpenSquare. Details to follow based on total applicants.
  • New members will take office in mid-February.

The Astar Community Council is stronger with diverse voices and committed contributors. If you’re passionate about Astar’s mission and want to help steer its future, we encourage you to apply! :megaphone:

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Thank you for opening the call for new ACC members.

According to @Gaius_sama ’s post, it was mentioned that he would step in to maintain a four-member structure until new members are added.

Since this recruitment is described as filling two vacant seats out of six, am I correct in understanding that G will remain on the ACC?
Originally, the ACC was structured with 2 Foundation seats, 2 Agent seats, and 2 Community seats, so I don’t see any issue with G remaining in that role—and I would personally welcome it.

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GM Astar Collective,thanks for reopening the discussion on the vacant positions in the Community Council – it’s an important sign of engagement.I recognize the value of the work carried out by the council so far, especially in the last period.I seriously considered the possibility of running: I believe in the role of the ACC as a real bridge between the community and operational decisions.However, after reflection, I prefer not to do it.

Over the years I have always tried to be a critical and independent voice towards the foundation, the ambassador program and internal processes. I believe that this independence is more useful now, to continue providing straightforward feedback without potential conflicts of interest.I remain hopeful that there are people capable of filling these positions effectively and immediately.I wish the best to those who will run or continue. I confirm that I will remain active on the forum: I will continue to propose ideas on dApp Staking, UCG improvements, tokenomics and to monitor the council’s decisions to provide constructive input.

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Hi,

Thanks for asking. I do not have strong preferences either way. I am happy to remain, or to give my seat to another foundation member if there is interest.

I prefer not to over commit or take on a leadership role, as I believe the ACC is already in very good hands and doing a great job. I also have other responsibilities that require more of my attention, particularly within the Main Council and the Astar Foundation. For these reasons, I am comfortable remaining in the ACC as long as needed and providing support where I can.

I want to be transparent that I do not see myself as a leader within the ACC, but rather as a collaborative and supporting member.

Given my close involvement in the dApp Staking and tokenomics revamp, as well as my long standing onchain and governance experience with Astar, I can also help onboard and support new ACC members as they navigate the complexity of onchain mechanisms.

I am happy to join and contribute as long as the ACC is comfortable having me.

Gaius_sama :astr:
Astar Main Council

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Nice to see transparency and healthy dialogue around the open ACC seats, governance only works when both structure and expectations evolve in public view. The fact that we’re discussing not just who fills seats but how the ACC should function going forward (bridge role, independence, workload balance, etc.) is a positive signal.

Also appreciate the clarity from @Gaius_sama on staying in a supporting capacity vs. steering continuity matters, especially with dApp staking + tokenomics changes still mid-flight, but so does leaving room for non-foundation voices. And credit to @Marroz for highlighting the value of independence from formal councils; not every contribution needs a title to create influence.

Hopefully this call brings in candidates who can contribute immediately and broaden representation, while keeping the ACC’s recent momentum.

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Hi @Marroz

In complete honesty, I invite you to join the ACC, as, in my opinion, engaged people like you are the best representatives to sit in one of the two community-member positions.

I would also like to mention that at no time have I been pressured to change my opinion, remain silent, or change a vote when my position/vision differed from that of the Astar Foundation or other Astar-related members of the ACC. This was true both within the ACC’s private channels and on the forum (you can ask @Maarten , @Gaius_sama or @Juminstock ). So I believe that being part of the ACC will not hinder your freedom of speech or your independence.

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I see, I understand your stance now.
Thank you!

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I understand your position, and I’ve faced similar questions myself during my time as a Polkadot Senior Ambassador and through my roles within the ACC and as an Astar Ambassador over the past five years.

That said, I strongly encourage you to apply and participate in the process. I see a lot of valuable ideas in your perspective, and I believe you could contribute meaningfully as a Council member.

Diverse opinions and independent viewpoints are core pillars of the Council. At the same time, it’s important to recognize the responsibilities these roles carry toward the community, as well as the need to remain aligned with the Foundation’s broader objectives.

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Speaking from my experience serving on the ACC last year, I’d like to share a few thoughts. When moving from being a regular community member to joining the ACC, I believe that what’s required goes beyond expressing your passion, perspectives, and opinions shaped by your background and experience. What becomes essential is the ability to execute.

If it’s only about sharing your thoughts and engaging in discussions, the Forum is more than sufficient. And if that’s all you do, then your role remains the same as any other community member.

However, ACC activities also involve turning the outcomes of various discussions into concrete “actions” and deliverables. This proactive ability to bring ideas into reality is something I hope applicants will keep in mind and demonstrate.

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The ACC does great work, and it would be good if several candidates applied.

Astar’s community vision is in good hands, and I would like to be able to support it even more. That is why I have decided to apply.

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:ballot_box_with_ballot: Community Council Election | Voting Now Open!

We are pleased to announce that voting is officially open to select the next two Community Representatives for the Astar Community Council. These positions are currently vacant and need to be filled, ensuring our governance structure maintains balanced representation from across our ecosystem.

I. Meet the Candidates:

Three community members have stepped forward to serve in these important roles:

We encourage you to review each application carefully to understand their vision and approach to serving the Astar ecosystem.

:bookmark: NOTE: Please note that zkVan currently serves as an Astar Ambassador. As we already have two ambassadors on the six-member Community Council, maintaining balanced representation across different community roles should be considered when casting your vote.

II. Important Dates:

  • :ballot_box_with_ballot: Voting Opens: Thursday, February 19, 2026
  • :hourglass_done: Voting Closes: Tuesday, February 24, 2026
  • :megaphone: Results Announcement & Onboarding: Wednesday, February 25, 2026

III. How to Vote:

:ballot_box_with_ballot: Cast your vote through OpenSquare here: Community Council Election | February 2026: Vote for Two Community Representatives đź‘Ą

The two candidates who receive the most community support, measured by ASTR voting power, will be selected to join the Community Council.

IV. What Happens Next:

The newly elected Community Representatives will take on responsibilities including managing the Community Treasury, reviewing UCG grant proposals, evaluating dApps for dApp Staking, managing and supervising the Astar Ambassador Fellowship, and participating in governance decisions that guide our ecosystem’s development. The onboarding process will begin immediately following the results announcement on February 25.

:bookmark: Check all the responsibilities of ACC members here: Introducing the Community Council

V. Closing:

We thank all candidates for their willingness to serve our community and encourage all ASTR holders to participate in this governance process. :dizzy:

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They are all 3 great people for this role and I’m rooting for all 3 :tada:

but my vote goes to @Vangardem and @CJorgeSaez because I know them and I know the love they have for the Astar ecosystem.

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Big good luck to @EzioRed , @CJorgeSaez , and @Vangardem :four_leaf_clover:

Stepping forward to serve the community is never something to take for granted. Respect to all three of you for putting yourselves out there.

Wishing you the very best in this election!

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Thanks for the opportunity!

The best luck for @Vangardem and @CJorgeSaez!

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Community Council Election Results | Welcome zkVan & Jorge Sáez!

The Community Council election has concluded, and we’re excited to announce the results of the vote to fill the vacant seats.

:ballot_box_with_ballot: Final Results (view full results):

With a community participation totaling 7.73M ASTR in votes from 9 voters, both zkVan and Jorge Sáez have been elected as our newest Community Representatives.

:tada: Congratulations to zkVan and Jorge Sáez! We’re thrilled to welcome you both to the Astar Community Council. A special shoutout to @CJorgeSaez, who previously stepped up as a candidate and didn’t give up, your persistence and dedication to this community have paid off. Your commitment to the ecosystem will be invaluable as we continue to grow and evolve together.

As Community Representatives, they will take on responsibilities including managing the Community Treasury, evaluating dApps for dApp Staking, and participating in governance decisions that shape Astar’s future.

For transparency, their wallet addresses are as follows:

zkVan YNywiQGBMhU7cvMMzCLXc4WHq99YxVXfpvwswTjsQdBx94g :magnifying_glass_tilted_left: View on Subscan

Jorge Sáez YWnGuuAVHMLzSWSAb5VmUCzrjyoHaEAwZwnAyunnqS9ceXb :magnifying_glass_tilted_left: View on Subscan

Next Steps: @Juminstock will be reaching out to both new members today to begin their onboarding process and thank them for their valuable participation.

Thank you to everyone who participated in this democratic process. Your engagement helps ensure our governance remains transparent, accountable, and truly representative of our diverse community.

Welcome aboard, guys!

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Hi, thank you to everyone who participated in this process!

@Juminstock Thank you so much for your support and kind words!

I also wanted to especially thank everyone who gave me their support and trust in the voting, I truly appreciate it, I will do my best!! :raising_hands:

I’m happy to share the results of these elections with @Vangardem , who, with his experience and commitment, I’m sure will do an amazing job for the Astar community and ecosystem.

It is a great pleasure and honor for me to assume this position and serve the community more directly and actively. Without a doubt, more than a position, it’s a responsibility to contribute to the sustainability, transparency, and long-term growth of the Astar ecosystem.

I look forward to working together with the other ACC members, Agents, and the Astar community in general to continue building together! :handshake: :astr:

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I would like to express my sincere congratulations to @Vangardem and @CJorgeSaez on their achievement and victory in these community elections.

I hope they will be as successful as possible in their next steps and demonstrate the best for the Astar ecosystem.

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Thank you for your wishes, guys. We will continue to work hard for the ecosystem. You are also doing an incredible job.

My sincere thanks for all the support received.

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