The City Council declares that the operation of massage parlors or establishments in this city affects the public health, safety and welfare, and that city regulation of such operation is in the public interest.
For the purposes of this chapter, a massage, massage therapy, or bodywork school may include an equivalency program approved by the State Educational Board or division charged with the responsibility of approving private occupational schools.
Application of massage therapy and bodywork techniques may include, but is not limited to, stroking, kneading, tapping, compression, vibration, rocking, friction, pressure, and those techniques based on manipulation or application of pressure to the muscular structure or soft tissues of the human body. The use of oils, lotions, powders, or other lubricants may also be included. Physicians, osteopaths, physical therapists, chiropodists, podiatrists or chiropractors registered in the state;.
Registered nurses and licensed practical nurses performing those services in the course of their usual nursing duties;. Trainers of any amateur, semiprofessional or professional athlete or athletic team; and. Application for a license under the provisions of this chapter shall be made to the city on forms prepared and furnished by the City Manager.
Each form shall include, but shall not be limited to:. If the applicant is a partnership, the names and addresses of all partners;. If the applicant is a corporation, association, joint venture or other organization, the names and addresses of the president, vice president, secretary and managing person or persons;.
