Let's just say that this post is not an indictment on anyone but more of a let's do things better.
As some of you may already know, Hiyako Spa, a well known establishment had several incidents lately. As I stated before, I am not 100% sure of all that transpired but using the word incident will suffice.
Now to the heart of the matter, coughUtopiaguidecough, as seen it fit to censor the whole matter out of existence. The consensus is taht they are protecting advertisers but I also will assume that part of the reason, rightly so, is that if we are not aware of the facts we should not jump to any conclusions. Here is where a moderator earns his keep, not just putting out flame wars.
A moderator should take into account the facts and clues as to what has transpired and make the proper decisions.
a. some one posts that they saw a incident
b. some one states that they tried calling and there was no answer
c. Hiyako themselves, has not posted their usual and timely advertisements.
Even some of our lesser minded members can see a pattern here, they had an incident.
Now what does an incident mean to all,
a. some members are friendly with management
b. some members have friends or girlfriends on staff
c. members don't want to be caught around for another incident
So rather being immature or self serving the MODS should have made some kind of statement or editing to show that they are concerned with their members and the establishment being spoken of.
A disclaimer cold have been attached to the first signs of an incident posting:
***Please be aware that at this moment we do not have all the facts of the nature of the incident but do to the responsibility of our board to protect all involved, it is imperative that you do your research and make your own informed opinion. We also hope that the mgmnt of Hiyako also comes on to quell any rumors of an incident so our members feel comfortable visiting the establishment in the future.
Sign
We don't censor but we actually did
The Staff of UG and the Fish Man***
I think that disclaimer would have gone a long way for all parties involved.
But at the end of the day, it's all about money
As some of you may already know, Hiyako Spa, a well known establishment had several incidents lately. As I stated before, I am not 100% sure of all that transpired but using the word incident will suffice.
Now to the heart of the matter, coughUtopiaguidecough, as seen it fit to censor the whole matter out of existence. The consensus is taht they are protecting advertisers but I also will assume that part of the reason, rightly so, is that if we are not aware of the facts we should not jump to any conclusions. Here is where a moderator earns his keep, not just putting out flame wars.
A moderator should take into account the facts and clues as to what has transpired and make the proper decisions.
a. some one posts that they saw a incident
b. some one states that they tried calling and there was no answer
c. Hiyako themselves, has not posted their usual and timely advertisements.
Even some of our lesser minded members can see a pattern here, they had an incident.
Now what does an incident mean to all,
a. some members are friendly with management
b. some members have friends or girlfriends on staff
c. members don't want to be caught around for another incident
So rather being immature or self serving the MODS should have made some kind of statement or editing to show that they are concerned with their members and the establishment being spoken of.
A disclaimer cold have been attached to the first signs of an incident posting:
***Please be aware that at this moment we do not have all the facts of the nature of the incident but do to the responsibility of our board to protect all involved, it is imperative that you do your research and make your own informed opinion. We also hope that the mgmnt of Hiyako also comes on to quell any rumors of an incident so our members feel comfortable visiting the establishment in the future.
Sign
We don't censor but we actually did
The Staff of UG and the Fish Man***
I think that disclaimer would have gone a long way for all parties involved.
But at the end of the day, it's all about money
