That makes sense, but from a communication point of view it doesn't connect with what people are feeling. The community has a strong emotional bond with you. You need to respond on that level so people feel like they've been heard. You don't need to make all those decisions first in order to do that. Maybe you should do an Ask HN about how to proceed with these options. At least announce that you fucked up, apologize, and say that however you go forward will be crafted together with the community.
