7.1. SR 02-01-2016Request for Action
To
Item Number
Mayor and City Council
7.1
Agenda Section
Meeting Date
lFebruary1,
Prepared by
Public Hearin
2016
Tina Allard, City Clerk
Item Description
Reviewed by
Massage Therapist License—ChunXing Lin
Cal Portner, City Administrator
Reviewed by
Peter Beck, City Attorney
Action Requested
1. Adopt, by motion, a resolution denying a massage therapist license to ChunXing Lin.
Or if Council believes the applicant provided enough evidence to meet city code requirements:
2. Approve, by motion, a massage therapist license to ChunXing Lin to work at Joy Massage valid
through December 31, 2016.
Background/Discussion
Staff received an application from ChunXing Lin requesting a Massage Therapist License to work at Joy
Massage. Staff proceeded to verify the application materials. In the course of our investigation, we found
the provided education documents were false. These documents are the official school transcript and the
certificate of graduation from the Professional School of Massage in Langhorne, PA. Copies are available
in your packet.
Per City Code, Council should deny the license request. Two sections that outline reasons for denial are
as follows:
38-224 (c) (1) Denial, suspension, or revocation
If a license application contains any false, fraudulent, or deceptive statements, such statements are
grounds for denial of the license. Denial in this case would be based on the untruthful answer by Mr. Lin,
who in his application declared the information he provided to be truthful and understood that
falsification of answers may result in denial of the license.
38-243 Educational Requirements
City Code requires an applicant provide proof of graduation, such as a diploma or certificate of
graduation.
The Arizona State Board of Massage states documents signed by Aifen Zheng for the Professional
School of Massage in Langhorne, PA, are not valid. Mr. Lin's certificate is signed by Aifen Zheng.
According to Winona Bontrager, President of the Lancaster School of Massage, the documents are false.
Ms. Bontrager submitted a letter to the city stating the school has no records of Mr. Lin having graduated
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from the Professional School of Massage. She further stated if the documents are signed by anyone other
than David Scott, they are fraudulent.
Mr. Lin has requested a hearing before the Council. Council should open up the hearing to allow the
applicant to present any evidence.
Financial Impact
N/A
Attachments
■ Resolution of Denial
■ ChunXing Lin's application
■ Letter from President of Lancaster School of Massage
■ Information from Arizona State Board of Massage
■ Memo from Deputy Clerk Jessica Miller outlining her investigation of the application
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Resolution 16-
A Resolution of the City of Elk River Denying a Massage Therapist License to
ChunXing Lin
WHEREAS, ChunXing Lin submitted an application for a Massage Therapist License on
December 22,2015; and
WHEREAS, as part of the application, ChunXing Lin submitted an official school
transcript and a certificate of graduation from the Professional School of Massage,
Langhorne, Pennsylvania as required by Elk River City Code §38-243, Educational
Requirements; and
WHEREAS, ChunXing Lin signed his application stating the following:
"I declare that the information I have provided is truthful and I
understand the falsification of answers on this application may result
in denial of this application. I authorize the City of Elk River to
investigate and make whatever inquiries are necessary to verify the
information provided." and;
WHEREAS, the Office of the City Clerk processed the application to verify compliance
with the requirements of the Elk River City Code for massage therapist licensing; and
WHEREAS, the Office of the City Clerk talked to Winona Bontrager, who is President of
the Lancaster School of Massage and official record -keeper for the Professional School of
Massage, Langhorne, Pennsylvania; and
WHEREAS, per phone conversation and a letter, Ms. Bontrager stated there is no record
of ChunXing Lin graduating from the Professional School of Massage and that an official
school transcript signed by anyone other than David Scott is fraudulent; and
WHEREAS, the Office of the City Clerk learned, through the Arizona State Board of
Massage website and through follow-up with a phone conversation, that certificate of
graduation documents from the Professional School of Massage signed by Aifen Zheng are
false; and
WHEREAS, in the course of its investigation, the Office of the City Clerk learned the
educational documents (official school transcript and certificate of graduation) provided by
the applicant were false, and;
WHEREAS, due to the false documentation and the untruthful information provided in
the application, the Office of the City Clerk recommends denial of ChunXing Lin's request
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for a massage therapist license due to the applicant not meeting Elk River City Code
requirements; and
WHEREAS, on February 1, 2016, a hearing was held by the Elk River City Council to
consider ChunXing Lin's request for a Massage Therapist License; and
WHEREAS, at this hearing the applicant and all others wishing to speak had opportunity
to present evidence and testimony for his case.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Elk
River, Minnesota, that the Massage Therapist License request by ChunXing Lin, who is
seeking employment at Joy Massage, located at 19242 Evans Street, NW, in the City of Elk
River is denied based on the following findings:
1. City Code §38-224(c)(1) Denial, suspension, or revocation, provides for license
denial when — "The license application contains any false, fraudulent, or deceptive
statements and such statements are grounds for revocation or suspension of the
license."
The denial is based on the untruthful answers provided by ChunXing Lin who
declared the information in his application to be truthful and understood that
falsification of answers may result in denial of the license.
2. City Code §38-243 (a) Educational Requirements, provides for license denial when —
"Each applicant for a massage therapist license shall furnish with the application
proof of the following:
(1) a diploma or certificate of graduation from a school approved by the
American Massage Therapist Association or other similar reputable massage
association;
(2) a diploma or certificate of graduation from a school which is either
accredited by a recognized educational accrediting association or agency, or is
recognized by the state higher education coordinating board or other state
agency having jurisdiction over the school."
The denial is based on ChunXing Lin not meeting the educational requirements of
Elk River City Code.
3. The findings in the recitals set forth above, which are based upon the city's
investigation into the application submitted by ChunXing Lin, are incorporated into
this decision along with the entire record on this matter.
Passed and adopted this 15` day of February 2016.
John J. Dietz, Mayor
ATTEST:
Tina Allard, City Clerk
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MASSAGE THERAPIST LICENSE
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Incomplete applications will not be processed. If a question sloes not apply, please write
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1. Name ill �6
First J Full Middle Maiden Name last
2. Home address Beet P-a(9)r) ,. J Stat ��oldFlV+1 pml� M� �-N
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3. Home phone_ Alternate phone;
4. Name of establishment where massage will take place—ToyS�
5. Establishment address 1' L L�R+?S _ NW 6/k _ MN 51-330
G. Establishment phone 30-
7. Owner of establishment where massage will take place Pc-, f 4i L4 _
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8. Establishment manager A 4� L
9. Are you licensed in any other community? Yes JI No ❑ If yes, where?
10. Have you been denied a massage license by any licensing authority? Yes ❑ No14
If yes, indicate licensing authority
11. If you have ever used or been known by a name other than the true nam ven above, list
such name(s) and information concerning dates and places used._ AI(
12. Addresses at which you have lived during preceding five years. (Begin with present address
and work back). Attach additional sheets if necessary.
13. Names and addresses of your employers, if any, for the preceding five years, including self
employment. (Begin with present or last occupation and work back.) Attach additional sheets
if necessary.
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Phone: 753.635.1000
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14. Have you ever been convicted of any felony, crime, or violation of any ordinance, other than
traffic? Yes ❑ No A( If yes, give information as to the date, place, and offense
for which convictions were had.
15. List the names, resident addresses, and business addresses of three residents of Minnesota, of
good moral character, not related to the applicant or financially interested in the premises or
business, which may be referred to as the applicant's character.
Full Name
Residence
Business A.
Full Name:
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Business Ac
Full Name:
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I declare that the information I have provided is truthful and I understand that falsification of
answers on this application may result in denial of this application. I authorize the City of Elk
River to investigate and make whatever inquiries are necessary to verify the information provided.
Applicant Signature
Date
OFFICE USE ONLY
Application complete ��la�� 1 s License Fee paid la 1,2211, S J
Proof of graduation attached? Yes ❑ No ❑
Proof of 500 hours attached? Yes ❑ No ❑
Licensing period
Council approval granted
PROFESSIONAL SCHOOL OF MASSAGE
131 EAST MAPLE AVENUE
LANGHORNE, PA 19047
Phone (215) 750-3335
www.professioiialschoolQfna55ggQ.com
OFFICIAL SCHOOL TRANSCRIPT
Program:
Name:
Student SS #:
Address
Date of Birth:
Gender:
Date of Entry:
Withdrawal Date:
Graduation Date:
Finances:
Award Given Upon Completion:
610 HOUR MASSAGE THERAPY
LIN, CHUNXING
868 53RD ST 117L
BROOKLYN, NY 11220
MALE
4/3/2010
2/28/11
PAID
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55 Hr. Swedish Massage:
B+
15 Hr. Myofascial Release:
A
40 Hr. Pathology:
B-
10 Hr. Hydrotherapy:
B
50 Hr. Anatomy:
B+
15 Hr. Seated Massage:
B
50 Hr. Physiology_:
B+
47 Hr. Sports Massage:
A
6 Hr. Ethics:
A-
15 Hr. Aromatherapy:
C+
15 hr. Movement:
A
14 Hr. Pregnancy Massage:
B+
20 Hr. Reflexology:
A
15 Hr. Spa:
B
10 Hr. Neuromuscular Therapy:
B+
15 Hr. Stretching:
B
35 Hr. Kinesiology:
B+
15 Hr. Elderly Massage:
A
16 Hr. Business:
A
4 Hr. Insurance Billings:
C+
15 Hr. Thai Massage:
B-
10 Hr. Integration:
A
4 Hr. CPR:
B
14 Hr. Hospice Massage:
B
20 Hr. Communication & Awareness:
A
34 Hr. Clinic:
B
37 Hr. Connective Tissue:
B+
15 Hr. Test Prenaration:
B
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Professional School of Massage
Langhorne, Pennsylvania
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As prescribed by the Professional School of Massage.
Licensed By Pennsylvania Bureau
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It is knowledge
with that the undersigned officer of the
Professional School of Massage award this certificate.
In witness thereof the director has subscribed her name
this
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TENNESSEN WARNING
Elk APPLICATION FOR BUSINESS LICENSE
River
In connection with your request for a license, the City of Elk River has asked that you provide
information about yourself, which is classified as either private or confidential by the Minnesota
Government Data Practices Act (M.S.A. 13.04). Accordingly, the City is required to inform you
of the following:
1. The private or confidential information requested includes, but may not necessarily be
limited to, the following: Your social security number or Minnesota business identification number.
2. The purpose and intended use of the information requested is: To comply with Minnesota
Statutes, Section 270.72.
3. You are required to supply the requested information.
4. The known consequences of supplying the requested information is as follows: Loss or
denial of the requested license ifyou owe the State of Minnesota delinquent taxes, penalties or interest.
5. The known consequences of refusing to supply the requested information is: Your request
for a license cannot be processed.
6. The following persons and entities are authorized by law to receive the information if
provided: State of Minnesota - Department of Revenue and othergovernment agencies as provided by
law.
Tho undersigned, by signing this notice, acknowledges that he/she has read and
understands the contents of this notice.
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Signature of Applicant
CITY OF ELK RIVER
BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION CONSENT RELEASE
INFORMATION TO BE USED FOR BUSINESS LICENSE PROCESSING
Asa license applicant, I bereby give my consent far a personal background investigation, to include a criminal history check, to be used in
the determination of whether my application is to be approved. The results of sueb investigation sball be made public pursuant to
appropriate City Council approval or denial of the license application. I understand that I am under no legal obligation to consent to such
investigation, but that if I refuse to so consent, my application cannot be processed
I release the City of Elk River and the Elk River Polite Department, and any of its agents or employees, from any and all liability for its
receipt and use of information and records received pursuant to this consent. I further acknowledge that I have camfulymad this release,
fully understand its terms and legal significance, and execute it voluntarily.
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These statements an true, correct, and are made with the knowledge that this information may be made public. False disclosures are
subject to pegug proceedings and forfeiture of the license application.
OFFICE USE ONLY
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State of Minnesota
License Applicant Information
Under Minnesota law (M.S. 270C.72, subd. 4), the agency issuing you this license is required to
provide to the Minnesota Commissioner of Revenue your Minnesota business tax identification
number and the Social Security number of each license applicant(person signing the
application).
Under the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act and the Federal Privacy Act of 1974, we must
advise you that:
• This information may be used to deny the issuance, renewal or transfer of your license if
you owe the Minnesota Department of Revenue delinquent taxes, penalties, or interest;
• The licensing agency will supply it only to the Minnesota Department of Revenue.
However, under the Federal Exchange of Information Act, the Department of Revenue
is allowed to supply this information to the Internal Revenue Service;
• Failing to supply this information may jeopardize or delay the issuance of your license or
processing your renewal application.
Please fill in the following information and return this form along with your application to the
agency issuing the license. Do not return this form to the Department of Revenue.
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TYPE OF LICENSE BEING APPLIED FOR OR RENEWED: Massage Therapist
LICENSING AUTHORITY: City of Elk River
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Applicant's
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CHECKLIST -MASSAGE THERAPIST
These items must be submitted before staff will send to City Council for approval.
❑ Fee $150 (includes fee for background check) Fees are not prorated. The full fee amount
must be paid. The massage therapist license expires on December 31 of each year and
Council approval is required. The renewal fee each year is $100.
❑ Copy of Driver's License is attached.
Are you renting your own booth space? Yes ❑ No ❑
If yes, you will need to submit a certificate of insurance as proof of liability insurance.
The policy of insurance shall be in limits of not less than $500,000. Failure to keep in full
force and effect, the insurance required herein, is grounds for revocation.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Each applicant shall furnish the following at the time of application:
❑ A diploma or certification of graduation from a school approved by the American
Massage Therapist Association or other similar reputable massage association or
a diploma or certificate of graduation from a school which is either accredited by a
recognized educational accrediting association or agency, or is licensed by the State or
local government agency having jurisdiction over the school.
AND
❑ Proof of a minimum of 500 hours of successfully completed course work in the following
areas:
• The theory and practice of massage, including, but not limited to, Swedish,
Esalen, Shiatsu, and/or Foot Reflexology techniques; and
■ Anatomy, including, but not limited to, Skeletal and Muscular structure and
Organ placement; and
• Hygiene
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Dear Jessica Miller,
Thanks you for contacting me today concerning the application of Chun Xing Lin
who says they graduated from The Professional School of Massage.
I am the repository for the records from that school and I have no record of Chun
Xing Lin graduating from the Professional School of Massage.
Further, if you have a transcript signed by anyone other than David Scott, it is
fraudulent.
Thank you for your close attention to this important matter.
In Touch,
Winona F. Bontrager, LPN, LMT
President
313 West LOmviyStreet* * saWeiZ05** La*icv-4ter, PA 17603
Arizona State Board of Massage Therapy
List of Approved Schools
www.massagetherapy.az.gov
PA
Butler County Comm College
College Dr Oak Hills, PO Box 1203
Butler
16003
ST
PA
Career Training Academy
950 5th Avenue
New Kensington
15068
AC
PA
Career Training Academy, Monroeville
4314 Old William Penn Hwy #103
Monroeville
15146
ST
PA
Community College of Allegheny County
800 Allegheny Avenue
Pittsburgh
15233
AC
PA
Cortiva Institute - Pennsylvania
4/2013 - 4/2018
211 South Gulph Road Ste 100
King of Prussia
19406
COMTA
PA
DCI Career Institute
366 Beaver Valley Mall
Monaca
15061
AC
PA
DPT Business School
Boulevard Plaza 11000 Roosevelt Blvd Philadelphia
19116
AC
PA
East West School of Massage Therapy
510 Park Rd North
Wyomissing
19610
ST
PA
Everest Institute
100 Forbes Avenue Kossman Bldg, Ste Pittsburgh
15222
AC
PA
Fortis Institute
166 Slocum Street
Forty Fort
18704
AC
PA
Fortis Institute
517 Ash Street
Scranton
18509
AC
PA
Great Lakes Institute of Technology
5100 Peach Street
Erie
16509
AC
PA
Harrisburg Area Community College
One Hacc Drive
Harrisburg
17110
AC
PA
Health Options Institute
1926 2nd St
Bethlehem
18020
ST
PA
HR School of Alternative Therapy
1001 W Cheltenham Ave
Melrose Park
19027
ST
PA
Institute of Medical Careers
133 Jefferson Road
Pittsburgh
15235
AC
PA
International School of Shiatsu
10 S Clinton St #300
Doylestown
18901
ST
PA
Keystone Technical Institute
2301 Academy Drive
Harrisburg
17112
AC
PA
Lancaster School of Cosmetology
50 Ranck Avenue
Lancaster
17602
AC
PA
Lancaster School of Massage
317 N Queen St
Lancaster
17603
ST
PA
Lansdale School of Business
290 Wissahickon Avenue
North Wales
19454
AC
PA
Laurel Business Institute
11 East Penn Street
Uniontown
15401
AC
PA
Laurel Highlands Therapeutic Academy
3135 New Germany Rd #39
Ebensburg
15931
ST
PA
Laurel Technical Institute/Meadville
628 Arch St #6101
Meadville
16335
ST
PA
Laurel Technical Institute/Sharon
200 Sterling Ave
Sharon
16146
ST
PA
Lehigh Valley Healing Arts Academy (closed 2008)
5412 Shimerville Rd
Emmaus
18049
ST
PA
Lincoln Technical Institute/Allentown
5151 Tilghman Street
Allentown
18104
AC
PA
Lincoln Technical Institute/Hornig
2180 Hornig Rd Bldg A
Philadelphia
19116
ST
PA
Massage Academy of the Poconas
6/5/07-
753 Phillips St
Stroudsburg
18360
ST
PA
Massage Arts Center of Philadelphia
519 S 4th St
Philadelphia
19147
ST
PA
McCann School of Business & Technology
2650 Woodglen Road
Pottsville
17901
AC
PA
McCann School of Business & Technology
370 Maplewood Dr
Hazle Township
18202
ST
PA
McCann School of Business & Technology
2200 N Irving St
Allentown
18109
ST
PA
National Massage Therapy Institute
2002 - 4/2015
10050 Roosevelt Boulevard
Philadelphia
19116
COMTA
PA
Penn Commercial Business/Technical School
242 Oak Spring Road
Washington
15301
AC
PA
Pennsylvania Institute of Massage Therapy
93 S West End Blvd #103
Quakertown
18951
ST
PA
Pennsylvania Myotherapy Institute
2904 Carlisle Pike
New Oxford
17350
AC
PA
Pittsburgh School of Massage Therapy
3600 Laketon Rd
Pittsburgh
15235
ST
PA
Pittsburgh Technical Institute
2002 - 1/2/2014
1111 McKee Road
Oakdale
15071
AC
PA
Prof. School of Massage - no good if signed by Aifen Zheng
131 E Maple Ave
Langhorne
19047
ST
Cit. of
El
River
To:
From:
Date:
Subject:
Memorandum
Tina Allard, City Clerk
Jessica Miller, Executive Secretary/Deputy City Clerk
January 21, 2016
Massage Therapist Application - Chun Xing Lin
During my review of Mr. Lin's educational documents, I was informed the school Mr. Lin
said he attended and graduated from has no record of him and that his transcript is
fraudulent.
Mr. Lin's transcript and certificate indicate he graduated from the Professional School of
Massage in Langhorne, PA. The certificate stated the school was licensed by the
Pennsylvania Bureau of Private Licensed Schools. Linda at the Pennsylvania Bureau of
Private Licensed Schools informed me the school closed in 2011 and the Lancaster School
of Massage is the official records repository for the Professional School of Massage.
I called the Lancaster School of Massage and spoke to the president, Winona Bontrager. She
checked the records for the Professional School of Massage for Mr. Lin and found no
record. She also indicated to me that any transcript or graduation certificate signed by
anyone other than David Scott is fraudulent. Mr. Lin's transcript is signed by Aifen Zheng.
Ms. Bontrager informed me Mr. Scott was the original owner of the Professional School of
Massage which he sold in 2011. She explained the school was not reopened for students but
officially closed just 3 months later. She stated fraudulent documents have been circulating
ever since. She added she is a friend of the original owner, Mr. Scott which is the reason she
is aware of the situation.
In addition, the Arizona State Board of Massage Licensing maintains a list of approved
schools. During a search of the school, I found information on the Board's website
indicating transcripts from the Professional School of Massage signed by Aifen Zheng are
not valid. I contacted the AZ Board and was told there had been an investigation into the
school and the conclusion of that investigation was documents signed by Aifen Zheng are
not valid. They were unable to provide me with any additional details.
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