Ensuring decisions actually get implemented
Many governance systems fail not because the decisions are wrong, but because they are never properly carried out. Delivery Juries exist to bridge the gap between decision and delivery — providing independent oversight that decisions are actually implemented effectively and honestly.
After a Regional or Meta-Commons decision is made, a randomly selected Delivery Jury (typically 15–25 citizens) is convened to monitor its implementation. They have access to all relevant data, timelines, and budgets.
The jury’s job is simple but powerful: assess whether the decision is being executed faithfully, on time, and with the intended outcomes. They can request additional information and interview responsible officials.
If implementation is failing or being deliberately delayed/sabotaged, the Delivery Jury can escalate the issue. Escalation options include:
Delivery Juries serve for the duration of the implementation period (usually 6–18 months) with overlapping membership to maintain continuity and institutional memory.
“A decision without delivery is merely a wish. Delivery Juries turn wishes into reality — and hold people accountable when reality fails to materialise.”
Delivery Juries work hand-in-hand with Public Trust Audits. Poor delivery performance will naturally lead to lower trust ratings, creating multiple reinforcing layers of accountability. They also respect the Forced Construction Rule — any criticism of implementation must include practical suggestions for improvement.