Massage Facilities Licenses Ordinance (Proposed)

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Massage Facilities Licenses Ordinance (Proposed)

The City of Scottsdale is updating the Massage Facilities Licenses to allow the city to comply with state law, clarify ordinance language and strengthen the integrity and professionalism of the industry.

NEW!!! CITY COUNCIL TO VOTE ON ORDINANCE UPDATE:

The City Council will vote on whether to approve the updated ordinance at a meeting beginning at 5 p.m. Monday, July 2, 2012, in the City Hall Kiva, 3939 N. Drinkwater Blvd.

Please check the following website in the upcoming weeks to confirm the time and agenda item: http://www.scottsdaleaz.gov/council/meeting_index/agendas.

Highlights of the PROPOSED changes:

Clarifies language for consistency and clarity

Aligns language to comply with state law
Adds violations to prevent illegal activity
Emphasizes the important role of the on-site manager, and requires on-site manager ID cards
Facilitates easier fingerprinting and other application requirements
Specifies where licenses are required
Incorporates fees into the ordinance
Makes technical changes to clarify provisions and close possible loopholes
Enhances public health and safety
Elevates public confidence in COS-licensed Massage Facilities