Princeps Service Resolution W1222

Mnemosyne points out, and Longinus agrees that the Princeps receives a number of privileges along with their position, and if particular tasks are time consuming enough, they can be proposed as Seasons of Service. Finally, if any Princeps finds the position too burdonsome, they may resign.
Having reviewed the charter, Ambrosius argues that the only true "privilege" that the Princeps receives is that of first mage in seniority, and that all other items listed in Article the Seventh are more akin to responsibilities than to privileges. Ambrosius predicts a time when we may not be able to find a covenant mage willing to serve as Princeps without granting more benefits to the position. --Tim 12:33, 16 March 2007 (UTC)
Longinus asks whether having first choice of vis and a more valuable vote than any among equals are what Ambrosius would define as responsibilities. Then turning with a smile to Mnemosyne that goes all the way to his eyes, he goes on to say that chairing a meeting and having the abilities to subtly word motions are, as evidenced previously, quite powerful tools in their own right when exercised correctly. Lastly he states that the one thing we do not want is over much privilege attached to power. Better to have no one want the job than everyone want it. --Corbonjnl 13:06, 16 March 2007 (UTC)
Mnemosyne agrees whole heartidly with Longinus, accepting his smile with a gracious nod of one who has scored a hit, and adds that not only does the Princeps seniority allow them first pick of the vis, but also of book access, and use of specialists and covenfolk. She also points out that the duties of the Princeps may be burdonsome at some times, or light at others. When burdonsome, the Princeps may propose that their duties constitute a Season of Service, and when light then have the same opportunities for study as any other member. --Perikles 13:18, 16 March 2007 (UTC)
Mnemosyne also points out that according to Article 12, this motion cannot pass with two opposing votes, and thus it fails. --Perikles 13:21, 16 March 2007 (UTC)