Old codes pertaining to live entertainment, massage parlors and massage therapists were redrafted by the Campbell Police Department to bring them into compliance with the changing times.

At its Sept. 2 meeting the city council unanimously approved updated codes, which were presented by Campbell police captains Russ Patterson and David Dehaan.

The original code regulated live entertainment in public places such as bars, restaurants and theaters but did not include banquet facilities and rental halls. The new code will include the regulation of performances of disc jockeys, karaoke events, and pageants.

Patterson said that some events that include DJs often have a following that draws a crowd, and this increase in the number of people attending an event should be regulated.

The municipal code for massage establishments and therapists was also revised.

Massage establishments and therapists are regulated by each individual city. Campbell's regulations are not as strict as those of other cities, causing the city to attract more massage businesses, and some of the activities have been illegal, Dehaan said.

Campbell redrafted its ordinance to make it more consistent with other local laws in Santa Clara County.

The new ordinance will require massage therapists to have at least one year of practical experience or provide proof of completion of a massage-therapist training program. The police department will then complete a background check and interview references. Prior code permitted only three massage establishments within city limits. The revised municipal code does not limit the number. But under the revised code, massage therapists must now have 300 hours of class training or 200 hours of class training with 100 hours of practical instruction. The massage parlor must also post its permits, services and prices and can only advertise services that are publicly listed—preventing possible advertisements for prostitution.

Therapists must also pass a written and practical examination that complies with their profession. Those who do not pass an exam can file an appeal.

Heather Shock of Light Bodies, a massage parlor on Winchester Boulevard, told the council she was concerned with how the revised code would affect her establishment.

But after the meeting, Shock told the Campbell Reporter, "State licensing is the way to go," Shock said. "Anything to add to the professionalism of what I do would be great."