Rigali is a firm adherent to Vatican II, but I was surprised that he would not be considered pastoral or one who would listen to laity input.
In any event, the "Pastoral" Abp. Jadot Bishops are coming to a end, these "Sprit of Vatican II" priests and self appointed laity are going to have to deal with that fact.
The laity are not self-appointed; they've been given these roles in the Church, or taken them when priests neglected a ministry.
And you're dreaming if you don't think laymen are going to continue to demand that bishops and priests be accountable for what they do.