So... we have now finally got word back from all three moderators; we are all in agreement to step down and allow for a process similar to the original pro tempore moderator selection.
Once/if the SE officials approve of the process, there will be nominations, voting, and eventual selection (guided by voter feedback and other criteria) by the SE officials themselves.
Here's the post from the first time around, I assume the process will be quite similar:
Any thoughts?