No longer Afraid, NJ-Fur-B-Q
13 years ago
First, I would like to state that while sad these allegations were made public, I am somewhat glad they were. I want to say now that I HAD NOTHING TO DO WITH THE REPORTERS, and from reading the article, NO FURRIES CONTACTED THE REPORTER EITHER!
Now, First, lets share THE TRUTH OF THE SITUATION. The journals that released the actual information as to the events were removed by staff at request of Tony as the council member was not going public. We were worried something like this could happen, and it has.
What happened:
While none of us from Fur-B-Q have yet to see the picture [The township refuses to let us view the pic] it WAS CONFIRMED that a pic of a rather inappropriate nature was found. HOWEVER, while this is only a pic, it is unknown if something actually was taking place. The pic as described to me, was of "two furrys facing each other" while leaning on said council members car. As for who was present at the time we are not sure. It is assumed that the furrys were in a sexual position, however as Tony, Razor, or I have yet to see the picture, we cannot and will not send accusations about. To us, this only existed within the politics between the squad and council members. We cant act on a basis of "maybe, could have, sort of". We need facts of what happened, and so far it seems the council member has not been 100% forward about it.
When did it happen?
We dont know. My best guess is late afternoon or very early evening.
Whats involved?
Well, from reading comments, persons have made complaints about the use of the SS during shortwaves truck pull. What they didn’t mention was that we did get in trouble for it, and since had stopped using any vehicles other than our own personal vehicles during the events.
Whos to blame?
Well, ultimately US.. The staff at Fur-B-Q, and I want to take a lot of the responsibility myself, being security there. While I might not have been able to prevent it, I should have made sure measures were in place to deter the incident. And for that, and on behalf of other fur-b-q staff, we are sorry for all the drama it is causing.
What now?
As Tony said, given the nature and circumstances of the accusations and claims of the incident, NJ Fur-B-Q will be NO MORE!!! Furthermore, I am hoping that convention heads see this as a wake-up call that these things can happen right before your eyes and to be ready to do damage control.
Finally there are several personal repercussions that I do not feel should be "Public knowledge" Sadly, many of us could be hurt from this.
Look guys. There are a million things I could leave off with. I guess the best thing I can say is it happens, and furrys will bounce back from it. Don’t let this little bit get you down. We do a lot of good for the charity’s we help. Places like the NJSPCA, or the Wardogs. Or even just putting a smile on some ones face, be it a little kid or an elderly person.
Also Tony, I am sorry I am posting this without you checking it first. I know things are rough for you right now but remember we ALL have your back, If you need us, you know where to turn. ;hugs;
Now, First, lets share THE TRUTH OF THE SITUATION. The journals that released the actual information as to the events were removed by staff at request of Tony as the council member was not going public. We were worried something like this could happen, and it has.
What happened:
While none of us from Fur-B-Q have yet to see the picture [The township refuses to let us view the pic] it WAS CONFIRMED that a pic of a rather inappropriate nature was found. HOWEVER, while this is only a pic, it is unknown if something actually was taking place. The pic as described to me, was of "two furrys facing each other" while leaning on said council members car. As for who was present at the time we are not sure. It is assumed that the furrys were in a sexual position, however as Tony, Razor, or I have yet to see the picture, we cannot and will not send accusations about. To us, this only existed within the politics between the squad and council members. We cant act on a basis of "maybe, could have, sort of". We need facts of what happened, and so far it seems the council member has not been 100% forward about it.
When did it happen?
We dont know. My best guess is late afternoon or very early evening.
Whats involved?
Well, from reading comments, persons have made complaints about the use of the SS during shortwaves truck pull. What they didn’t mention was that we did get in trouble for it, and since had stopped using any vehicles other than our own personal vehicles during the events.
Whos to blame?
Well, ultimately US.. The staff at Fur-B-Q, and I want to take a lot of the responsibility myself, being security there. While I might not have been able to prevent it, I should have made sure measures were in place to deter the incident. And for that, and on behalf of other fur-b-q staff, we are sorry for all the drama it is causing.
What now?
As Tony said, given the nature and circumstances of the accusations and claims of the incident, NJ Fur-B-Q will be NO MORE!!! Furthermore, I am hoping that convention heads see this as a wake-up call that these things can happen right before your eyes and to be ready to do damage control.
Finally there are several personal repercussions that I do not feel should be "Public knowledge" Sadly, many of us could be hurt from this.
Look guys. There are a million things I could leave off with. I guess the best thing I can say is it happens, and furrys will bounce back from it. Don’t let this little bit get you down. We do a lot of good for the charity’s we help. Places like the NJSPCA, or the Wardogs. Or even just putting a smile on some ones face, be it a little kid or an elderly person.
Also Tony, I am sorry I am posting this without you checking it first. I know things are rough for you right now but remember we ALL have your back, If you need us, you know where to turn. ;hugs;

cougarjoe
~cougarjoe
I saw shortwave pull the njspca truck on youtube.Im surprised youtube pull that video because of what happened.Dont let this little thing set you back any.You will bounce back.