Reevaluating mods

[Kitten]

I don't know if I should say this but I would like to nominate Kithop for the candidacy of a moderator position.
I would also like to nominate Acco for the candidacy of a moderator position as well.
(if either of them do not want to be moderators that is fine with me but they get my vote)


I would not like the position for myself.

[Some Guy]

I don't know if I should say this but I would like to nominate Kithop for the candidacy of a moderator position.
I would also like to nominate Acco for the candidacy of a moderator position as well.
(if either of them do not want to be moderators that is fine with me but they get my vote)


I would not like the position for myself.

acco already rejected kitten xD

[Acco]

I'll take it if people want me to.

[Kaji]

I'll take it if people want me to.

I'll vote for that.

[Rascal Coyote]

I would like to volunteer for forum mod if you need one, I do have some experience as a mod, I have been a mod on another furry forum. please IM me for more info.

[Kithop]

If anything I'd be a better technical contact than moderator per se; I used to deal with SMF instances and upgrades, databases, etc., at my last job...

That said, if it's needed, I have the time and am still willing to lend a hand - it looks like you've got quite a few good, interested people already, though. :p

[Some Guy]

i honestly would never throw my vote for half these people. i go by Skill, Trust and Activity.

i have my say in this case, i also rest what i said.

i know im being a dick, but its needed in most cases, and has served well. it keeps me from getting to emotionally attached with people and giving them any statuses just because i know them. Because its so unfair to everyone else if you just choose the people who are friends.

that can also be agreed on, play fair and randomly select people, not to just select people you know, everyone has an equal chance.

Also Acco no offence, but i do not see you as a good candidate, im sure there are other who agree with me that you yourself act like a dick to people puting yourself in an elitest position. i therefore would not cast my vote. (hate being so rude but im giving my honest opinion, no lies. i have dealt with you in person on so many occasions and thats how you act as well as singling people out just because they arent good enough to be friends with you)

[Mikau Seafox]

I'll take it if people want me to.

I'll vote for that.

I wouldn't; in fact, I'd object to it.

Having seen the current administration team on Fur Affinity, quite a number of them act like they shouldn't even belong in the moderator team, let alone administration, in the first place, thus abusing their power that makes them seem all high and mighty and feel all glowy and powerful when they do a permanent ban on someone, rather than just give them a temporary suspension, when in truth, they're just being abusive to their admin status like the administration team on DeviantART. I can think of a certain user on FA who does just that, and I'm fairly certain you all know who I'm referring to.

I don't feel Acco would make a good mod for BCFCB at all; the moderator team should be about hiring those who are skilled and trustworthy, rather than just pick and choose some random joe schmoe on the streets over who should be on the team willy-nilly. Not only would it make the other users feel uneasy and threatened by the new moderator team, but it would also drop the quality of the forums pretty quickly.

I apologize if I may come off as rude towards the administration team, but I wanted to express my opinion freely and give my two cents in regards to administration and moderators. And for the record, I have no interest in being a mod or an admin. I know for a fact I would not, in any way, shape and/or form, make a good addition. I'm already high-strung as it is, and the last thing I need is to become an admin or a mod and abuse the powers faster than Superman.

[Kithop]

Honestly, we don't even need that many mods - I agree with RainRat's sentiment in that he just needs one or two people to cover for him if he's away or sick.  When I had mod privs before I never once used them - either I didn't think anything needed doing, or the drama and thread locking or deletion would go on when I wasn't at my comp.  Having a ton of mods for such a small community is pointless.  If people want me to do it, I can - if not, I'm not going to get hurt about it. :p It's a responsibility; a job, not some kind of status symbol.  So you're a mod on a regional furry forum - big whoop, right? XD

If anything I'd be more disinclined just because I'm willing to let way too many things slide and don't particularly feel like playing internet police for shits and giggles.  But then some people may want that extreme hands-off approach. :p I'm capable and willing, and otherwise indifferent.  I just hope that whoever ends up doing it doesn't burn out or anything.  Be nice to your admins (and fellow furs in general). n.n

[Silvermink]

Couldn't agree more that we had way too many mods before. They should be appointed based on need, not on whim.

[Some Guy]

Couldn't agree more that we had way too many mods before. They should be appointed based on need, not on whim.

it wasnt on Whim, its 1 Mod per 75 members

everyone knows those rules!

[Acco]

I'll let others speak for themselves about myself, but I'd like to point out two things --

Mikau probably doesn't know me very well - I don't know much about him either.
Rino and I don't like each other.

And besides, it's not like we need that many mods. I'll take it if people want me to take it. My weight still is behind Silvermink though.

edit: added qualifier for statement.

[Ember]

I'll toss my hat into the ring.

I come from a tech background. The role would seem to entail just simple thread pruning and categorizing. Still though, I understand servers and shells and web programming and, more importantly, I play an active social role in the local community. I'm capable to dealing with people if need be, and I've my paw firmly on the pulse of the local community's direction and focus.

I've been around for about four years, and finding people with any real issue with me is difficult.

I think the position opens you up as a target for certain people, with no real gain for you other than helping to make the community a bit better of a place.

Wanting to do this is a bit of a dumb thing to do, but I guess I'm a bit dumb of a fox :)

[Silvermink]

I think the position opens you up as a target for certain people, with no real gain for you other than helping to make the community a bit better of a place.

Wanting to do this is a bit of a dumb thing to do, but I guess I'm a bit dumb of a fox :)

Yeah, I pondered that too. I'm volunteering because I'd like to help the community. It won't break my heart if I'm not one of the ones chosen - I'm sure there are others who are every bit as qualified and available.

[RainRat]

My selections are Unition and Tai.

Unition's shown his ability to handle hot situations without adding more drama.

Tai has been noted for organizing the fursuit bowling section, even without mod abilities. Also, I see him on Who's Online a lot.

If you were not selected, don't take it as a rejection, since I only needed a couple. I will refer back to this thread if there is a need for more, or if a mod retires or is inactive.