Since this project was originally (now, it also seems to be a general Python project template, I don't know if that has always been the case) designed for the sole purpose of aiding the PyPUG in its guide about distributing packages, I wonder if PyPUG maintainers should be given access to the sample project, e. g. if it should be included in the team's repositories? This might further reduce the maintenance burden.
cc @pfmoore