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Council hears proposed massage‑business ordinance to align local licensing with state rules and strengthen enforcement
Summary
City staff presented a draft ordinance to require local licensing and inspections for massage establishments, with hours limits, staff rosters, posted human‑trafficking information, and coordination with police, fire, planning and building divisions; staff said licensed medical providers and out‑call services would be exempted or treated per state rules.
A city staff member presented a proposed ordinance intended to strengthen local regulation of massage establishments and make enforcement more effective. The presenter said the ordinance was drafted to align closely with the state Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing so legitimate businesses would continue to operate while enforcement tools target illegal activity such as prostitution…
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