Here are the steps on how to make a new release.

1. Create a ``release-VERSION`` branch from ``upstream/master``.
2. Update ``CHANGELOG.rst``.
3. Push a branch with the changes.
4. Once all builds pass, push a tag to ``upstream``.
5. Merge the PR.

Here are the steps on how to make a new release.

#. Create a ``release-VERSION`` branch from ``upstream/master``.
#. Update ``CHANGELOG.rst``.
#. Push a branch with the changes.
#. Wait for all builds to pass and at least one approval.
#. Push a tag ``VERSION`` to ``upstream``.
#. Merge the PR.

Clarify all builds need to pass before pushing the release tag
Clarify all builds need to pass before pushing the release tag