Personally, I still have no idea what the purpose of this thread is.
I get that you're restructuring the team, and don't see how that is a relevant discussion to bring forth to the public.
The team is forever evolving, and have never had to have any change publicly announced before.
Your first and last points in the Q&A come as a random thing to me, and quite a strange thing to address.
Which pushes this post and others into the light.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Conspiracy_of_silence_(expression)
Avoidance of recognition of some problem - for example Gulf War syndrome or the like - in order to officially bury (hide) a possible problem and thus avoid accusations, investigations or liability.
Have a nice day. 
In house issues are, In house, and should remain there to cease further burning/fanning of flames, but if you feel you need to take a stand or confront a situation publicly, then cryptic messages focused toward individuals or groups needs to be left out, and a proper explanation of what you're trying to convey to those 'outside your circle(s)' should be introduced.
Yaay smf is moving forward, it always has hasn't it?
Yaay new ideas are coming, it always has hasn't it?
Oh noo, here goes Sabre again...
Call me a nOOb or whatever, take a guess at how much it'd offend me
, but if you're going to throw your dirty laundry in amongst the clean, then prepare to have it given back
We have positioned ourselves to ensure the continuation of the Simple Machines project against personal advancement and individual gain, ensuring we are protecting the very foundation of what we are, a team driven project.
I wont say good luck, as it isn't needed, the product and support is what we're here for, and for as long as I've known, it has always been 1st class!
Cheers
*looks at the ole skool members, and sees the tension
