New Research Program Opens: $18K Budget for Data Analytics and Regional Storytelling Roles

Scroll has announced a proposal to **dissolve its Security Council** and transition protocol admin control to a Scroll Admin multisig over the next ten days. **Key Changes:** - Security Council to be dissolved due to cost inefficiency relative to actual usage - Protocol control moving to Admin multisig structure - Resources to be redirected toward product development and growth initiatives **Security Considerations:** The team emphasizes their infrastructure is mature, thoroughly audited, and actively maintained by the original engineering team. They plan to work with stakeholders to identify a new security council structure better suited to current market conditions. Detailed contract specifics and governance discussion available on the [Scroll governance forum](https://forum.scroll.io/t/governance-update-security-council-transition-contributor-roles-operational-adjustments/1470).

Scroll DAO is developing a pilot program to create comprehensive ecosystem documentation. The initiative will produce: - A consolidated report - One-page summaries - Ecosystem maps All materials will be published on the forum for DAO and Foundation reference. **Funding Structure** Contributors will receive defined budgets based on: - Project scope - Specific deliverables The Scroll Foundation may provide data and insights to support the effort. This documentation project runs parallel to ongoing DAO-Foundation discussions about ecosystem growth strategies and user acquisition initiatives.

The **Delegate Contribution Program (DCP)** is evolving to give delegates structured roles beyond traditional voting mechanisms. Key developments: - Delegates will take on **well-defined responsibilities** aligned with Scroll's strategic priorities - Focus areas include ecosystem growth, network security, and data transparency - The program aims to help the DAO make more effective progress in critical areas This shift represents a move toward more **active governance participation**, where delegates contribute specialized expertise rather than simply casting votes on proposals.

The Scroll DAO has established quarterly funding for two governance participation initiatives: - **Governance Contribution Recognition (GCR)**: $36,000 USDC per quarter - **Delegate Contribution Program (DCP)**: $24,000 USDC per quarter These programs incentivize active delegate participation through voting, publishing rationale, and engaging in governance discussions. The GCR program has been running since last year, rewarding delegates who maintain consistent involvement in DAO governance activities.

The **Scroll DAO Delegate Accelerator** has concluded its comprehensive 7-week program, with StableLab releasing a full roundup of achievements and outcomes. The program trained **20+ selected delegates** from a competitive applicant pool, focusing on: - DAO governance fundamentals - Active contribution to ecosystem growth - Hands-on learning with expert tutors **Key partners** included StableLab, SEEDGov, and Factory Labs as program tutors. The initiative aimed to build lasting governance knowledge within the Scroll community, equipping delegates with skills to effectively participate in DAO decision-making processes. StableLab's comprehensive report details the program's impact and lessons learned from this governance education experiment.