Hi Andrew,

Thanks again for your thoughtful reply and for offering a constructive way forward—I genuinely appreciate that.

That said, I want to respectfully push back on one point. I understand that recurring issues with certain tools can create frustration for experienced mappers, but I don't believe that justifies the aggressive tone or accusatory comments I received. The way those users approached the situation felt more like gatekeeping than collaboration, and it left very little room for discussion or understanding.

Having a “pain point” is not an excuse for singling out users or treating them with hostility. We all care about the quality of OSM, and I believe that should include maintaining a community where people feel welcome to contribute and learn—especially when acting in good faith.

I’m moving forward with your advice, and I’ll look into adapting our process to avoid issues in the future. But I hope the DWG continues to encourage not just adherence to data standards, but also a respectful tone across the board.

Thanks again for your time and help.