I have no issue if it is decided to take a small percentage of the pool for development. Most of us get a fraction anyway and it would be the same for everyone. I think the benefits would outweigh themselves and it should be a no brainer. This would also tie up some Steem and at least it is being put to good use.
There is an idea that what isn't used would be burned which would mean that the inflation rate would be lowered slightly. If they develop well, it is great for anyone holding.
I like that idea and it would have huge benefits to everyone holding. Give them 20 percent of the reward pool then and make Steem scarce. Really go to town and jazz this place up and attract the top developers.