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Goldston NcFrom: Connor McNeely
To: Keys, Jake
Cc: Cambareri, Josie
Subject: Amazing Spa (620 Guilford College Rd) Request for comment
Date: Friday, October 13, 2023 2:25:59 PM
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Hey Jake & Josie,
I have a question about the two arrests made by GPD at 620 Guilford College Rd. Did these arrests
effectively close down the business? Or is the city still allowing the business to operate?
I ask these questions because I visited the business today. When I arrived, two Asian women were
standing outside of the shop, and its open sign was clearly displayed. Shortly after I arrived, the two
women left. The door to the business was still open, and the open sign on. An employee of a
neighboring business told me that I should stick around and wait to see the men who arrive at the
massage business.
Please let me know if the city has closed down this business. If not, I’d like an answer as to why it is
still allowed to operate.
Thank you
Connor
From: Banks, Carla
To: Dimon.Kendrick-Holmes@greensboro.com
Subject: Concerns Regarding Connor McNeely
Date: Tuesday, October 31, 2023 10:38:00 AM
Good morning Dimon,
I hope your week is off to a productive start!
In recent weeks the City has been on the receiving end of persistent emails or phone
calls from Connor McNeely.
Most recently, he sent the enclosed email last week to Josie Cambareri, GPD’s public
information manager.
I’m appealing to you to speak with him about the sensitivity of these type cases and
his misinterpretation of the law.
Connor needs to understand how the outcome of months of undercover work can be
jeopardized by premature reporting without proper context and complete facts.
He has been advised on more than one occasion the City will not comment on active
investigations.
I hope you can appreciate my concerns about the way Connor approaches his
reporting.
We are more than willing to work with him and help to hone his skills, but only if he
comes in the spirit of administering fair and balanced reporting based on facts.
Thank you for your time and attention. I look forward to your response and learning
how this matter will be addressed and resolved.
I also welcome the opportunity to meet with you to discuss how we can foster a
positive working relationship moving forward.
Hey Josie,
Information from an arrest warrant in the Greensboro Police Department’s undercover investigation
of Amazing Spa (620 Guilford College Rd) on Sep. 20 states that the defendant willfully performed a
sexual act on a GPD detective in order to issue a misdemeanor charge of prostitution and other
felony charges of promoting prostitution.
I have a set of questions about this event and standard conduct for the Greensboro Police
Department that are at the end of this email. I am giving the GPD a chance to respond and justify
this conduct before taxpayers.
Does the Greensboro Police Department teach that it is acceptable for undercover police officers in
sting operations to commit sexual acts with suspects?
According to N.C.P.I.—CRIM. 202.80, the third requirement for criminal conspiracy states that
the State must prove that the defendant intended to carry out an agreement at the time it
was made beyond a reasonable doubt. What is the Greensboro Police Department’s
justification for allowing the defendant to perform a sexual act rather than stopping at an
attempt?
I have the general counsel of the state licensing board for the massage industry quoted as saying
that Greensboro Police should enter massage businesses in the city that do not possess a
state establishment license and charge them with a criminal misdemeanor for not adhering
to state law. There are more than several unlicensed businesses in the city, one of which
possesses a general business permit. Why are law enforcements not enforcing this state
law?
Numerous legal experts and advocates against human trafficking have unanimously condemned
this act by the GPD as unnecessary and unethical, given that possibility that the defendant
performing the sexual act on law enforcement could be a victim of human trafficking for sex
labor, which the investigation is attempting to stop. How does the GPD respond to these
claims?
Once again, this is an opportunity for the GPD to explain its methodology to the public. Thanks very
much
Connor McNeely
GA Reporter, News & Record
(704) 617-7771
Regards,
Carla Banks, MPA
Communications & Marketing Director
City of Greensboro
Office: 336-373-3769
Cell: 336-337-9914
300 W. Washington St., Greensboro NC 27402
www.greensboro-nc.gov
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From: Connor McNeely
To: Davis, N.
Subject: Contact with Vice & Narcotics squad
Date: Thursday, October 5, 2023 1:26:36 PM
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Hey Trey,
I’m still working on a story related to illicit massage parlors across the city. I know that an official
comment or perspective from the vice and narcotics squad would really help shed light on law
enforcement’s efforts to stop this kind of activity. Is there a contact for a police officer that you
could give me?
Thanks for your time
Connor
From: webmaster@greensboro-nc.gov
To: Brown, AT
Subject: Email From CID Webpage
Date: Thursday, October 5, 2023 1:24:46 PM
Recipients: ashley.brown@greensboro-nc.gov
Sender subject: Request for comment
Sender name: Connor McNeely
Sender email: connor.mcneely@greensboro.com
Hello, this is Connor McNeely of the Greensboro News & Record. I'm working on a story
related to illicit massage parlors in Greensboro and I need an expert source from the police
department to confirm to the public that this is a problem. Feel free to reach me at 704-617-
7771. Thanks
From: Connor McNeely
To: Cambareri, Josie
Subject: FW: got a new one on New Garden. Greensboro is for traffickers. Nice ad huh?
Date: Thursday, September 7, 2023 9:28:28 AM
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From: Connor McNeely
Sent: Wednesday, September 6, 2023 3:25 PM
To: 'connormcneely2023@gmail.com' <connormcneely2023@gmail.com>
Subject: FW: got a new one on New Garden. Greensboro is for traffickers. Nice ad huh?
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Sent: Wednesday, September 6, 2023 3:00 PM
To: Vaughan, Nancy (Mayor) <Nancy.Vaughan@greensboro-nc.gov>; Trey Davis
<Nathaniel.Davis@greensboro-nc.gov>; J.Tunstall@greensboro-nc.gov; Dorian.lanier@greensboro-
nc.gov; Zack Matheny <zack@downtowngreensboro.org>; Jaiyeoba, Taiwo <Taiwo@greensboro-
nc.gov>; Connor McNeely <connor.mcneely@greensboro.com>
Subject: got a new one on New Garden. Greensboro is for traffickers. Nice ad huh?
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From: Connor McNeely
To: Lanier, Dorian
Subject: FW: Request for comment (Greensboro News & Record)
Date: Tuesday, September 12, 2023 3:42:34 PM
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Dorian,
This is Connor McNeely with the Greensboro News & Record. I’m forwarding you this email just in
case Trey hasn’t notified you about this information. I’m currently writing a news story and need
your comment to the following questions:
1. Why has the city of Greensboro issued business permits to the massage businesses listed
below that do not possess a state license?
2. Did the city of Greensboro contact the state board of massage and bodywork therapy and
inquire as to the status of their state license before issuing a city permit?
3. Why is the city of Greensboro issuing requests for city business permits to legitimate
massage businesses that already possess state licenses?
Please get back to me with your responses as soon as possible.
Thanks for your time,
Connor
From: Connor McNeely
Sent: Monday, September 11, 2023 9:43 AM
To: 'Davis, N.' <Nathaniel.Davis@greensboro-nc.gov>
Cc: 'taiwo@greensboro-nc.gov' <taiwo@greensboro-nc.gov>
Subject: Request for comment (Greensboro News & Record)
Hey Trey,
Just following up from last week about information provided by Ben Holder. I have a couple of
questions that are more about the city’s administrative role in this situation that are below this
context of which I am sure you are now aware.
Three Greensboro massage businesses are operating without a state license: May Spa on
Battleground Ave, Reflexology and Tea Health Center on W Wendover Ave, and Head2Feet Massage
on New Garden Rd.
I confirmed this much with Charles Wilkins, the legal counsel for the NC Board of Massage &
Bodywork Therapy, who also advised that the city “enact an ordinance requiring all businesses who
offer massage and bodywork therapy services to obtain a license from the NCBMBT and maybe
authorize law enforcement to shut down businesses that do not have a current license from the
NCBMBT.”
However, I’m pretty sure that Greensboro has already enacted part of his suggestion. Greensboro’s
ordinances appear to state in Ch. 14.5 (Prohibitions) that “A person/permittee shall not: Lease, rent,
or otherwise knowingly allow the use of any premises by any person for the purpose of carrying
on the profession or business of massage and bodywork therapy unless such lessee, renter, or
user is in possession of a current state massage and bodywork therapy license issued pursuant to
Article 36 of Chapter 90 of the North Carolina General Statutes.”
And yet one of these businesses – Head2Feet Massage on New Garden – was given a city business
license in Greensboro on August 10th, more than a month after their state license had been revoked,
according to a control sheet. Here are my questions:
1. Why did the city not check with the NC Board of Massage & Bodywork Therapy to verify the
status of this businesses’ state license?
2. Did the city receive notification from the state board about the revocation?
3. The other two businesses I listed also have city permits, but no state licenses. Why did the
city issue these permits without checking to see if they had state licenses?
4. Is the city devoting any law enforcement resources to investigate and close down these
businesses?
Please let me know if there’s another person I should speak to within the city, or if you would like to
have a conversation on the phone. Thanks very much for your time,
Connor
From: Connor McNeely
To: Wilson, Haley
Subject: FW: Request for comment
Date: Monday, October 30, 2023 9:30:50 AM
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From: Connor McNeely
Sent: Monday, October 30, 2023 9:24 AM
To: 'Keys, Jake' <Jake.Keys@greensboro-nc.gov>; 'Cambareri, Josie' <Josie.Cambareri@greensboro-
nc.gov>
Cc: 'Davis, N.' <Nathaniel.Davis@greensboro-nc.gov>; 'taiwo@greensboro-nc.gov'
<taiwo@greensboro-nc.gov>
Subject: RE: Request for comment
Hey Josie,
Not sure if you saw this or got the chance to respond, so I just wanted to let you know once again.
Thanks for your time
Connor
From: Connor McNeely
Sent: Wednesday, October 25, 2023 3:18 PM
To: 'Keys, Jake' <Jake.Keys@greensboro-nc.gov>; 'Cambareri, Josie' <Josie.Cambareri@greensboro-
nc.gov>
Cc: 'Davis, N.' <Nathaniel.Davis@greensboro-nc.gov>; 'taiwo@greensboro-nc.gov'
<taiwo@greensboro-nc.gov>
Subject: Request for comment
Hey Josie,
Information from an arrest warrant in the Greensboro Police Department’s undercover investigation
of Amazing Spa (620 Guilford College Rd) on Sep. 20 states that the defendant willfully performed a
sexual act on a GPD detective in order to issue a misdemeanor charge of prostitution and other
felony charges of promoting prostitution.
I have a set of questions about this event and standard conduct for the Greensboro Police
Department that are at the end of this email. I am giving the GPD a chance to respond and justify
this conduct before taxpayers.
1. Does the Greensboro Police Department teach that it is acceptable for undercover police
officers in sting operations to commit sexual acts with suspects?
2. According to N.C.P.I.—CRIM. 202.80, the third requirement for criminal conspiracy states
that the State must prove that the defendant intended to carry out an agreement at the
time it was made beyond a reasonable doubt. What is the Greensboro Police Department’s
justification for allowing the defendant to perform a sexual act rather than stopping at an
attempt?
3. I have the general counsel of the state licensing board for the massage industry quoted as
saying that Greensboro Police should enter massage businesses in the city that do not
possess a state establishment license and charge them with a criminal misdemeanor for not
adhering to state law. There are more than several unlicensed businesses in the city, one of
which possesses a general business permit. Why are law enforcements not enforcing this
state law?
4. Numerous legal experts and advocates against human trafficking have unanimously
condemned this act by the GPD as unnecessary and unethical, given that possibility that the
defendant performing the sexual act on law enforcement could be a victim of human
trafficking for sex labor, which the investigation is attempting to stop. How does the GPD
respond to these claims?
Once again, this is an opportunity for the GPD to explain its methodology to the public. Thanks very
much
Connor McNeely
GA Reporter, News & Record
(704) 617-7771
From: Brenneman, Kurt
To: connor.mcneely@greensboro.com
Subject: Greensboro Public Records Request #23594
Date: Monday, September 18, 2023 1:46:00 PM
Attachments: DiscoveryLetterKNEADEDENERGY.pdf
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DiscoveryLetterBACKINBALANCE.pdf
DiscoveryLetterTHEMASSAGESTATION.pdf
DiscoveryLetterTHERAPEUTICINTENTIONS.pdf
Dear Requester,
In response to your public records request concerning letters sent by Dorian Lanier in conjunction
with the NC Board of Massage Therapy to massage businesses in Greensboro, the Greensboro
Financal and Administrative Services Department responds, “The four attached Discovery Letters
were mailed on 9-5-2023.”
Information provided in a records request is subject to North Carolina's Public Records law and can
be disclosed to any person. Information in your request is disclosed on our public records request
portal when your request is complete. This includes your name, e-mail address, your request, and
any responsive records.
Thank you for your public records request,
Kurt Brenneman, Public Records Request Administrator
Greensboro Central Library
219 N. Church Street
PO Box 3178, Greensboro, NC 27402-3178
Phone: (336) 373-3636
www.greensborolibrary.org
From: Brenneman, Kurt
To: connor.mcneely@greensboro.com
Subject: Greensboro Public Records Request #23712
Date: Thursday, September 28, 2023 10:05:00 AM
Attachments: AnnualMassageRenewalrequestletter.docx
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SemiAnnualMASSAGEREQUESTPACKET.docx
Dear Requester,
In response to your public records request concerning letters sent by the city to Head 2 Feet
Massage and May Spa requesting them to apply for a business permit with the city, or renew their
business permit, the Greensboro Financial and Administrative Services Department responds, “
The Business Permitting office mails letters to all permitted Massage Businesses two times per year.
One for the Annual Renewal of the Business Permit and a second for the Semi-annual Massage
Business Update. These letters are not business name specific. Copies of both letters and the
enclosures have been attached.”
Information provided in a records request is subject to North Carolina's Public Records law and can
be disclosed to any person. Information in your request is disclosed on our public records request
portal when your request is complete. This includes your name, e-mail address, your request, and
any responsive records.
Thank you for your public records request,
Kurt Brenneman, Public Records Request Administrator
Greensboro Central Library
219 N. Church Street
PO Box 3178, Greensboro, NC 27402-3178
Phone: (336) 373-3636
www.greensborolibrary.org
From: Brenneman, Kurt
To: connor.mcneely@greensboro.com
Subject: Greensboro Public Records Request #23712
Date: Monday, October 2, 2023 9:26:00 AM
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Dear Requester,
In response to your public records request concerning dates of two letters, the Greensboro Financial
and Administrative Services Department responds, “The Annual Renewal Letter is typically mailed
out to existing Permitted Massage Businesses around the end of May to allow the business 30 days
to return the renewal application before the June 30th expiration date. The Semi-Annual Update is
typically mailed out to existing Permitted Massage Businesses around the end of November and are
due by January 1.”
Information provided in a records request is subject to North Carolina's Public Records law and can
be disclosed to any person. Information in your request is disclosed on our public records request
portal when your request is complete. This includes your name, e-mail address, your request, and
any responsive records.
Thank you for your public records request,
Kurt Brenneman, Public Records Request Administrator
Greensboro Central Library
219 N. Church Street
PO Box 3178, Greensboro, NC 27402-3178
Phone: (336) 373-3636
www.greensborolibrary.org
From: Brenneman, Kurt
To: connor.mcneely@greensboro.com
Subject: Greensboro Public Records Request #23794
Date: Thursday, October 5, 2023 4:51:00 PM
Attachments: Head2FeetApplicationandPermit.pdf
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Dear Requester,
In response to your public records request concerning the application and authorization of a city
business permit for Head 2 Feet Massage, under their new ownership, the Greensboro Financial and
Administrative Services Department responds, “ Copy of Application and approved Permit
attached. Application was received on 8/1/2023. Permit was approved and issued on 9/11/2023.”
Information provided in a records request is subject to North Carolina's Public Records law and can
be disclosed to any person. Information in your request is disclosed on our public records request
portal when your request is complete. This includes your name, e-mail address, your request, and
any responsive records.
Thank you for your public records request,
Kurt Brenneman, Public Records Request Administrator
Greensboro Central Library
219 N. Church Street
PO Box 3178, Greensboro, NC 27402-3178
Phone: (336) 373-3636
www.greensborolibrary.org
From: Connor McNeely
To: Cambareri, Josie
Subject: Illicit massage parlors
Date: Thursday, September 7, 2023 9:28:29 AM
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Hey Josie,
I’m not sure if you are aware of this but Ben Holder sent information about illicit massage parlors to
city officials in the last few days and I’m looking for a perspective from the police about this. Are the
police planning to take a look at these different locations? Or is work already being done on these
businesses, which are advertising online?
I would love to get a more accurate view from the police department so that I can understand what
is what. I’ll forward you the email as well.
Thanks very much for your time,
Connor
From: Connor McNeely
To: Keys, Jake
Subject: Question about the city"s business permitting process
Date: Wednesday, October 11, 2023 3:10:27 PM
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open attachments unless you know the content is safe.
Hey Jake,
I’ve got a question about the city’s business permitting process. This is going along with my request
about massage businesses earlier this week.
What are the specific questions asked by a representative of the city during a background check of a
business? Basically, what is the “checklist”?
Thanks very much
Connor
From: Connor McNeely
To: Thurm, Tammi
Subject: Questions for you about business licenses in your district
Date: Wednesday, September 20, 2023 9:09:24 AM
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Hey Tammi,
I’m working on a story related to the city’s capacity to issue business permits to places offering
massage services. I’d like to hear your perspective on what I have found, if you are available for a
comment. Do you have time today to speak on the phone for a little bit? Please let me know what
you think.
Best regards,
Connor
From: Connor McNeely
To: Cambareri, Josie
Subject: Questions regarding 620 Guilford College Rd
Date: Monday, September 25, 2023 10:20:43 AM
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Hey Josie,
I have some questions regarding arrests that were made at 620 Guilford College Rd on Friday.
Were these two women employees of a massage business?
What was the name of the massage business?
What time in the day were these arrests made?
Thanks very much
Connor
From: Connor McNeely
To: Keys, Jake
Cc: Cambareri, Josie
Subject: RE: Amazing Spa (620 Guilford College Rd) Request for comment
Date: Friday, October 13, 2023 3:38:24 PM
WARNING: External Email – Don’t get hooked by a phishing email. Never click on links or
open attachments unless you know the content is safe.
My deadline for this story is by the end of today.
Thanks
Connor
From: Connor McNeely
Sent: Friday, October 13, 2023 2:26 PM
To: 'Keys, Jake' <Jake.Keys@greensboro-nc.gov>
Cc: 'Cambareri, Josie' <Josie.Cambareri@greensboro-nc.gov>
Subject: Amazing Spa (620 Guilford College Rd) Request for comment
Hey Jake & Josie,
I have a question about the two arrests made by GPD at 620 Guilford College Rd. Did these arrests
effectively close down the business? Or is the city still allowing the business to operate?
I ask these questions because I visited the business today. When I arrived, two Asian women were
standing outside of the shop, and its open sign was clearly displayed. Shortly after I arrived, the two
women left. The door to the business was still open, and the open sign on. An employee of a
neighboring business told me that I should stick around and wait to see the men who arrive at the
massage business.
Please let me know if the city has closed down this business. If not, I’d like an answer as to why it is
still allowed to operate.
Thank you
Connor
From: Connor McNeely
To: Keys, Jake
Subject: RE: Amazing Spa (620 Guilford College Rd) Request for comment
Date: Monday, October 16, 2023 1:11:03 PM
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Hey Jake,
Have you received any answers about this issue?
Thanks
Connor
From: Keys, Jake [mailto:Jake.Keys@greensboro-nc.gov]
Sent: Friday, October 13, 2023 3:43 PM
To: Connor McNeely <connor.mcneely@greensboro.com>
Cc: Cambareri, Josie <Josie.Cambareri@greensboro-nc.gov>
Subject: RE: Amazing Spa (620 Guilford College Rd) Request for comment
Connor, Josie and I are trying to get these questions answered for you, but I can’t guarantee you we’ll get those answers by our end of business. Jake Keys, (he/him/his) Communications Manager Communications and Marketing Department City of
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Connor,
Josie and I are trying to get these questions answered for you, but I can’t guarantee you we’ll get
those answers by our end of business.
Jake Keys, (he/him/his)
Communications Manager
Communications and Marketing Department
City of Greensboro
Phone: 336-373-2105
Cell: 336-430-7525
PO Box 3136, Greensboro, NC 27402-3136
www.greensboro-nc.gov
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From: Connor McNeely <connor.mcneely@greensboro.com>
Sent: Friday, October 13, 2023 3:38 PM
To: Keys, Jake <Jake.Keys@greensboro-nc.gov>
Cc: Cambareri, Josie <Josie.Cambareri@greensboro-nc.gov>
Subject: RE: Amazing Spa (620 Guilford College Rd) Request for comment
WARNING: External Email – Don’t get hooked by a phishing email. Never click on links or
open attachments unless you know the content is safe.
My deadline for this story is by the end of today.
Thanks
Connor
From: Connor McNeely
Sent: Friday, October 13, 2023 2:26 PM
To: 'Keys, Jake' <Jake.Keys@greensboro-nc.gov>
Cc: 'Cambareri, Josie' <Josie.Cambareri@greensboro-nc.gov>
Subject: Amazing Spa (620 Guilford College Rd) Request for comment
Hey Jake & Josie,
I have a question about the two arrests made by GPD at 620 Guilford College Rd. Did these arrests
effectively close down the business? Or is the city still allowing the business to operate?
I ask these questions because I visited the business today. When I arrived, two Asian women were
standing outside of the shop, and its open sign was clearly displayed. Shortly after I arrived, the two
women left. The door to the business was still open, and the open sign on. An employee of a
neighboring business told me that I should stick around and wait to see the men who arrive at the
massage business.
Please let me know if the city has closed down this business. If not, I’d like an answer as to why it is
still allowed to operate.
Thank you
Connor
From: Keys, Jake
To: Connor McNeely
Cc: Cambareri, Josie
Subject: RE: Amazing Spa (620 Guilford College Rd) Request for comment
Date: Friday, October 13, 2023 3:42:38 PM
Connor,
Josie and I are trying to get these questions answered for you, but I can’t guarantee you we’ll get
those answers by our end of business.
Jake Keys, (he/him/his)
Communications Manager
Communications and Marketing Department
City of Greensboro
Phone: 336-373-2105
Cell: 336-430-7525
PO Box 3136, Greensboro, NC 27402-3136
www.greensboro-nc.gov
Facebook
Twitter
YouTube
From: Connor McNeely <connor.mcneely@greensboro.com>
Sent: Friday, October 13, 2023 3:38 PM
To: Keys, Jake <Jake.Keys@greensboro-nc.gov>
Cc: Cambareri, Josie <Josie.Cambareri@greensboro-nc.gov>
Subject: RE: Amazing Spa (620 Guilford College Rd) Request for comment
WARNING: External Email – Don’t get hooked by a phishing email. Never click on links or
open attachments unless you know the content is safe.
My deadline for this story is by the end of today.
Thanks
Connor
From: Connor McNeely
Sent: Friday, October 13, 2023 2:26 PM
To: 'Keys, Jake' <Jake.Keys@greensboro-nc.gov>
Cc: 'Cambareri, Josie' <Josie.Cambareri@greensboro-nc.gov>
Subject: Amazing Spa (620 Guilford College Rd) Request for comment
Hey Jake & Josie,
I have a question about the two arrests made by GPD at 620 Guilford College Rd. Did these arrests
effectively close down the business? Or is the city still allowing the business to operate?
I ask these questions because I visited the business today. When I arrived, two Asian women were
standing outside of the shop, and its open sign was clearly displayed. Shortly after I arrived, the two
women left. The door to the business was still open, and the open sign on. An employee of a
neighboring business told me that I should stick around and wait to see the men who arrive at the
massage business.
Please let me know if the city has closed down this business. If not, I’d like an answer as to why it is
still allowed to operate.
Thank you
Connor
From: Banks, Carla
To: Dimon Kendrick-Holmes
Subject: RE: Concerns Regarding Connor McNeely
Date: Wednesday, November 1, 2023 11:21:00 AM
Thank you, Dimon.
The meeting invite will come from my assistant Karen.
Regards,
Carla Banks, MPA
Communications & Marketing Director
City of Greensboro
Office: 336-373-3769
Cell: 336-337-9914
300 W. Washington St., Greensboro NC 27402
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Carla,
That sounds great. Thanks for setting this up.
I’m happy to meet at your office.
Best,
Dimon
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Subject: RE: Concerns Regarding Connor McNeely
Hello Dimon, Chief Thompson is planning to join us along with his new public information officer Patrick DeSota. We are proposing to meet at 9am on Tuesday, November 7. Would you like to meet at your office or ours? Regards, Carla Banks, MPA
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Chief Thompson is planning to join us along with his new public information officer
Patrick DeSota.
We are proposing to meet at 9am on Tuesday, November 7. Would you like to meet
at your office or ours?
Regards,
Carla Banks, MPA
Communications & Marketing Director
City of Greensboro
Office: 336-373-3769
Cell: 336-337-9914
300 W. Washington St., Greensboro NC 27402
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Good evening, Carla,
Thanks for reaching out. I would be happy to meet with you so I can better understand your
concerns and figure out how we can work together moving forward. I’m heading to Georgia
tomorrow but should be back in Greensboro early next week. Would Tuesday morning, Nov. 7 work
for you? I’d like to meet Josie then too if that’s possible.
Thanks,
Dimon
From: Banks, Carla [mailto:Carla.Banks@greensboro-nc.gov]
Sent: Tuesday, October 31, 2023 10:39 AM
To: Dimon Kendrick-Holmes <Dimon.Kendrick-Holmes@greensboro.com>
Subject: Concerns Regarding Connor McNeely
Importance: High
Good morning Dimon, I hope your week is off to a productive start! In recent weeks the City has been on the receiving end of persistent emails or phone calls from Connor McNeely. Most recently, he sent the enclosed email last week to Josie
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I hope your week is off to a productive start!
In recent weeks the City has been on the receiving end of persistent emails or phone
calls from Connor McNeely.
Most recently, he sent the enclosed email last week to Josie Cambareri, GPD’s public
information manager.
I’m appealing to you to speak with him about the sensitivity of these type cases and
his misinterpretation of the law.
Connor needs to understand how the outcome of months of undercover work can be
jeopardized by premature reporting without proper context and complete facts.
He has been advised on more than one occasion the City will not comment on active
investigations.
I hope you can appreciate my concerns about the way Connor approaches his
reporting.
We are more than willing to work with him and help to hone his skills, but only if he
comes in the spirit of administering fair and balanced reporting based on facts.
Thank you for your time and attention. I look forward to your response and learning
how this matter will be addressed and resolved.
I also welcome the opportunity to meet with you to discuss how we can foster a
positive working relationship moving forward.
Hey Josie,
Information from an arrest warrant in the Greensboro Police Department’s undercover investigation
of Amazing Spa (620 Guilford College Rd) on Sep. 20 states that the defendant willfully performed a
sexual act on a GPD detective in order to issue a misdemeanor charge of prostitution and other
felony charges of promoting prostitution.
I have a set of questions about this event and standard conduct for the Greensboro Police
Department that are at the end of this email. I am giving the GPD a chance to respond and justify
this conduct before taxpayers.
Does the Greensboro Police Department teach that it is acceptable for undercover police officers in
sting operations to commit sexual acts with suspects?
According to N.C.P.I.—CRIM. 202.80, the third requirement for criminal conspiracy states that
the State must prove that the defendant intended to carry out an agreement at the time it
was made beyond a reasonable doubt. What is the Greensboro Police Department’s
justification for allowing the defendant to perform a sexual act rather than stopping at an
attempt?
I have the general counsel of the state licensing board for the massage industry quoted as saying
that Greensboro Police should enter massage businesses in the city that do not possess a
state establishment license and charge them with a criminal misdemeanor for not adhering
to state law. There are more than several unlicensed businesses in the city, one of which
possesses a general business permit. Why are law enforcements not enforcing this state
law?
Numerous legal experts and advocates against human trafficking have unanimously condemned
this act by the GPD as unnecessary and unethical, given that possibility that the defendant
performing the sexual act on law enforcement could be a victim of human trafficking for sex
labor, which the investigation is attempting to stop. How does the GPD respond to these
claims?
Once again, this is an opportunity for the GPD to explain its methodology to the public. Thanks very
much
Connor McNeely
GA Reporter, News & Record
(704) 617-7771
Regards,
Carla Banks, MPA
Communications & Marketing Director
City of Greensboro
Office: 336-373-3769
Cell: 336-337-9914
300 W. Washington St., Greensboro NC 27402
www.greensboro-nc.gov
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From: Dimon Kendrick-Holmes
To: Banks, Carla
Subject: Re: Concerns Regarding Connor McNeely
Date: Monday, November 6, 2023 6:20:27 PM
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Perfect! Thank you.
Sent from my iPhone
On Nov 6, 2023, at 5:24 PM, Banks, Carla <Carla.Banks@greensboro-nc.gov> wrote:
Hello Dimon, Karen is gone for the day. Hopefully, the following instructions are helpful. Let me know if you have any questions. *Meeting Location* Melvin Municipal Office Building (MMOB) 300 W. Washington Street City Manager’s Suite Dogwood
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Hello Dimon,
Karen is gone for the day.
Hopefully, the following instructions are helpful. Let me know if you have any questions.
*Meeting Location*
Melvin Municipal Office Building (MMOB)
300 W. Washington Street
City Manager’s Suite
Dogwood Conference Room
*Parking is available at the following location*
Greene Street Parking Deck (across from the Melvin Municipal Office Building) corner of Greene and Washington Streets
211 S. Greene Street
Phone # 336-373-2113
** Once you arrive at the MMOB, please enter the Washington Street entrance and ask Security to call Karen Sharpe at x2301.
Regards,
Carla Banks, MPA
Communications & Marketing Director
City of Greensboro
Office: 336-373-3769
Cell: 336-337-9914
300 W. Washington St., Greensboro NC 27402
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To: Banks, Carla <Carla.Banks@greensboro-nc.gov>
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Carla,
I just reached out to Karen but realize she may be gone for the day. What building is Dogwood Conference Room in, and what entrance should I use? Anything I should know about parking?
Looking forward to meeting you.
Dimon
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Thank you, Dimon. The meeting invite will come from my assistant Karen. Regards, Carla Banks, MPA Communications & Marketing Director City of Greensboro Office: 336-373-3769 Cell: 336-337-9914 300 W. Washington St. , Greensboro NC 27402
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Regards,
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City of Greensboro
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Cell: 336-337-9914
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Carla,
That sounds great. Thanks for setting this up.
I’m happy to meet at your office.
Best,
Dimon
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Hello Dimon, Chief Thompson is planning to join us along with his new public information officer Patrick DeSota. We are proposing to meet at 9am on Tuesday, November 7. Would you like to meet at your office or ours? Regards, Carla Banks, MPA
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Hello Dimon,
Chief Thompson is planning to join us along with his new public information officer Patrick DeSota.
We are proposing to meet at 9am on Tuesday, November 7. Would you like to meet at your office or ours?
Regards,
Carla Banks, MPA
Communications & Marketing Director
City of Greensboro
Office: 336-373-3769
Cell: 336-337-9914
300 W. Washington St., Greensboro NC 27402
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From: Dimon Kendrick-Holmes <Dimon.Kendrick-Holmes@greensboro.com<mailto:Dimon.Kendrick-Holmes@greensboro.com>>
Sent: Tuesday, October 31, 2023 7:18 PM
To: Banks, Carla <Carla.Banks@greensboro-nc.gov<mailto:Carla.Banks@greensboro-nc.gov>>
Subject: RE: Concerns Regarding Connor McNeely
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Good evening, Carla,
Thanks for reaching out. I would be happy to meet with you so I can better understand your concerns and figure out how we can work together moving forward. I’m heading to Georgia tomorrow but should be back in Greensboro early next week. Would Tuesday morning, Nov. 7 work for you? I’d like to meet Josie then too if that’s possible.
Thanks,
Dimon
From: Banks, Carla [mailto:Carla.Banks@greensboro-nc.gov]
Sent: Tuesday, October 31, 2023 10:39 AM
To: Dimon Kendrick-Holmes <Dimon.Kendrick-Holmes@greensboro.com<mailto:Dimon.Kendrick-Holmes@greensboro.com>>
Subject: Concerns Regarding Connor McNeely
Importance: High
Good morning Dimon, I hope your week is off to a productive start! In recent weeks the City has been on the receiving end of persistent emails or phone calls from Connor McNeely. Most recently, he sent the enclosed email last week to Josie
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Good morning Dimon,
I hope your week is off to a productive start!
In recent weeks the City has been on the receiving end of persistent emails or phone calls from Connor McNeely.
Most recently, he sent the enclosed email last week to Josie Cambareri, GPD’s public information manager.
I’m appealing to you to speak with him about the sensitivity of these type cases and his misinterpretation of the law.
Connor needs to understand how the outcome of months of undercover work can be jeopardized by premature reporting without proper context and complete facts.
He has been advised on more than one occasion the City will not comment on active investigations.
I hope you can appreciate my concerns about the way Connor approaches his reporting.
We are more than willing to work with him and help to hone his skills, but only if he comes in the spirit of administering fair and balanced reporting based on facts.
Thank you for your time and attention. I look forward to your response and learning how this matter will be addressed and resolved.
I also welcome the opportunity to meet with you to discuss how we can foster a positive working relationship moving forward.
Hey Josie,
Information from an arrest warrant in the Greensboro Police Department’s undercover investigation of Amazing Spa (620 Guilford College Rd) on Sep. 20 states that the defendant willfully performed a sexual act on a GPD detective in order to issue a misdemeanor charge of prostitution and other felony charges of promoting prostitution.
I have a set of questions about this event and standard conduct for the Greensboro Police Department that are at the end of this email. I am giving the GPD a chance to respond and justify this conduct before taxpayers.
Does the Greensboro Police Department teach that it is acceptable for undercover police officers in sting operations to commit sexual acts with suspects?
According to N.C.P.I.—CRIM. 202.80, the third requirement for criminal conspiracy states that the State must prove that the defendant intended to carry out an agreement at the time it was made beyond a reasonable doubt. What is the Greensboro Police Department’s justification for allowing the defendant to perform a sexual act rather than stopping at an attempt?
I have the general counsel of the state licensing board for the massage industry quoted as saying that Greensboro Police should enter massage businesses in the city that do not possess a state establishment license and charge them with a criminal misdemeanor for not adhering to state law. There are more than several unlicensed businesses in the city, one of which possesses a general business permit. Why are law enforcements not enforcing this state law?
Numerous legal experts and advocates against human trafficking have unanimously condemned this act by the GPD as unnecessary and unethical, given that possibility that the defendant performing the sexual act on law enforcement could be a victim of human trafficking for sex labor, which the investigation is attempting to stop. How does the GPD respond to these claims?
Once again, this is an opportunity for the GPD to explain its methodology to the public. Thanks very much
Connor McNeely
GA Reporter, News & Record
(704) 617-7771
Regards,
Carla Banks, MPA
Communications & Marketing Director
City of Greensboro
Office: 336-373-3769
Cell: 336-337-9914
300 W. Washington St., Greensboro NC 27402
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From: Dimon Kendrick-Holmes
To: Banks, Carla
Subject: RE: Concerns Regarding Connor McNeely
Date: Tuesday, October 31, 2023 7:18:41 PM
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Good evening, Carla,
Thanks for reaching out. I would be happy to meet with you so I can better understand your
concerns and figure out how we can work together moving forward. I’m heading to Georgia
tomorrow but should be back in Greensboro early next week. Would Tuesday morning, Nov. 7 work
for you? I’d like to meet Josie then too if that’s possible.
Thanks,
Dimon
From: Banks, Carla [mailto:Carla.Banks@greensboro-nc.gov]
Sent: Tuesday, October 31, 2023 10:39 AM
To: Dimon Kendrick-Holmes <Dimon.Kendrick-Holmes@greensboro.com>
Subject: Concerns Regarding Connor McNeely
Importance: High
Good morning Dimon, I hope your week is off to a productive start! In recent weeks the City has been on the receiving end of persistent emails or phone calls from Connor McNeely. Most recently, he sent the enclosed email last week to Josie
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This message came from outside your organization.
Good morning Dimon,
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I hope your week is off to a productive start!
In recent weeks the City has been on the receiving end of persistent emails or phone
calls from Connor McNeely.
Most recently, he sent the enclosed email last week to Josie Cambareri, GPD’s public
information manager.
I’m appealing to you to speak with him about the sensitivity of these type cases and
his misinterpretation of the law.
Connor needs to understand how the outcome of months of undercover work can be
jeopardized by premature reporting without proper context and complete facts.
He has been advised on more than one occasion the City will not comment on active
investigations.
I hope you can appreciate my concerns about the way Connor approaches his
reporting.
We are more than willing to work with him and help to hone his skills, but only if he
comes in the spirit of administering fair and balanced reporting based on facts.
Thank you for your time and attention. I look forward to your response and learning
how this matter will be addressed and resolved.
I also welcome the opportunity to meet with you to discuss how we can foster a
positive working relationship moving forward.
Hey Josie,
Information from an arrest warrant in the Greensboro Police Department’s undercover investigation
of Amazing Spa (620 Guilford College Rd) on Sep. 20 states that the defendant willfully performed a
sexual act on a GPD detective in order to issue a misdemeanor charge of prostitution and other
felony charges of promoting prostitution.
I have a set of questions about this event and standard conduct for the Greensboro Police
Department that are at the end of this email. I am giving the GPD a chance to respond and justify
this conduct before taxpayers.
Does the Greensboro Police Department teach that it is acceptable for undercover police officers in
sting operations to commit sexual acts with suspects?
According to N.C.P.I.—CRIM. 202.80, the third requirement for criminal conspiracy states that
the State must prove that the defendant intended to carry out an agreement at the time it
was made beyond a reasonable doubt. What is the Greensboro Police Department’s
justification for allowing the defendant to perform a sexual act rather than stopping at an
attempt?
I have the general counsel of the state licensing board for the massage industry quoted as saying
that Greensboro Police should enter massage businesses in the city that do not possess a
state establishment license and charge them with a criminal misdemeanor for not adhering
to state law. There are more than several unlicensed businesses in the city, one of which
possesses a general business permit. Why are law enforcements not enforcing this state
law?
Numerous legal experts and advocates against human trafficking have unanimously condemned
this act by the GPD as unnecessary and unethical, given that possibility that the defendant
performing the sexual act on law enforcement could be a victim of human trafficking for sex
labor, which the investigation is attempting to stop. How does the GPD respond to these
claims?
Once again, this is an opportunity for the GPD to explain its methodology to the public. Thanks very
much
Connor McNeely
GA Reporter, News & Record
(704) 617-7771
Regards,
Carla Banks, MPA
Communications & Marketing Director
City of Greensboro
Office: 336-373-3769
Cell: 336-337-9914
300 W. Washington St., Greensboro NC 27402
www.greensboro-nc.gov
YouTube
Past President: www.triadnfbpa.org
From: Dimon Kendrick-Holmes
To: Banks, Carla
Subject: RE: Concerns Regarding Connor McNeely
Date: Monday, November 6, 2023 5:16:12 PM
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Carla,
I just reached out to Karen but realize she may be gone for the day. What building is Dogwood
Conference Room in, and what entrance should I use? Anything I should know about parking?
Looking forward to meeting you.
Dimon
From: Banks, Carla [mailto:Carla.Banks@greensboro-nc.gov]
Sent: Wednesday, November 1, 2023 11:22 AM
To: Dimon Kendrick-Holmes <Dimon.Kendrick-Holmes@greensboro.com>
Subject: RE: Concerns Regarding Connor McNeely
Thank you, Dimon. The meeting invite will come from my assistant Karen. Regards, Carla Banks, MPA Communications & Marketing Director City of Greensboro Office: 336-373-3769 Cell: 336-337-9914 300 W. Washington St. , Greensboro NC 27402
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Thank you, Dimon.
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The meeting invite will come from my assistant Karen.
Regards,
Carla Banks, MPA
Communications & Marketing Director
City of Greensboro
Office: 336-373-3769
Cell: 336-337-9914
300 W. Washington St., Greensboro NC 27402
www.greensboro-nc.gov
YouTube
Past President: www.triadnfbpa.org
From: Dimon Kendrick-Holmes <Dimon.Kendrick-Holmes@greensboro.com>
Sent: Wednesday, November 1, 2023 11:12 AM
To: Banks, Carla <Carla.Banks@greensboro-nc.gov>
Subject: RE: Concerns Regarding Connor McNeely
WARNING: External Email – Don’t get hooked by a phishing email. Never click on links or
open attachments unless you know the content is safe.
Carla,
That sounds great. Thanks for setting this up.
I’m happy to meet at your office.
Best,
Dimon
From: Banks, Carla [mailto:Carla.Banks@greensboro-nc.gov]
Sent: Wednesday, November 1, 2023 11:10 AM
To: Dimon Kendrick-Holmes <Dimon.Kendrick-Holmes@greensboro.com>
Subject: RE: Concerns Regarding Connor McNeely
Hello Dimon, Chief Thompson is planning to join us along with his new public information officer Patrick DeSota. We are proposing to meet at 9am on Tuesday, November 7. Would you like to meet at your office or ours? Regards, Carla Banks, MPA
ZjQcmQRYFpfptBannerStart
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This message came from outside your organization.
Hello Dimon,
ZjQcmQRYFpfptBannerEnd
Chief Thompson is planning to join us along with his new public information officer
Patrick DeSota.
We are proposing to meet at 9am on Tuesday, November 7. Would you like to meet
at your office or ours?
Regards,
Carla Banks, MPA
Communications & Marketing Director
City of Greensboro
Office: 336-373-3769
Cell: 336-337-9914
300 W. Washington St., Greensboro NC 27402
www.greensboro-nc.gov
YouTube
Past President: www.triadnfbpa.org
From: Dimon Kendrick-Holmes <Dimon.Kendrick-Holmes@greensboro.com>
Sent: Tuesday, October 31, 2023 7:18 PM
To: Banks, Carla <Carla.Banks@greensboro-nc.gov>
Subject: RE: Concerns Regarding Connor McNeely
WARNING: External Email – Don’t get hooked by a phishing email. Never click on links or
open attachments unless you know the content is safe.
Good evening, Carla,
Thanks for reaching out. I would be happy to meet with you so I can better understand your
concerns and figure out how we can work together moving forward. I’m heading to Georgia
tomorrow but should be back in Greensboro early next week. Would Tuesday morning, Nov. 7 work
for you? I’d like to meet Josie then too if that’s possible.
Thanks,
Dimon
From: Banks, Carla [mailto:Carla.Banks@greensboro-nc.gov]
Sent: Tuesday, October 31, 2023 10:39 AM
To: Dimon Kendrick-Holmes <Dimon.Kendrick-Holmes@greensboro.com>
Subject: Concerns Regarding Connor McNeely
Importance: High
Good morning Dimon, I hope your week is off to a productive start! In recent weeks the City has been on the receiving end of persistent emails or phone calls from Connor McNeely. Most recently, he sent the enclosed email last week to Josie
ZjQcmQRYFpfptBannerStart
This Message Is From an External Sender
This message came from outside your organization.
Good morning Dimon,
ZjQcmQRYFpfptBannerEnd
I hope your week is off to a productive start!
In recent weeks the City has been on the receiving end of persistent emails or phone
calls from Connor McNeely.
Most recently, he sent the enclosed email last week to Josie Cambareri, GPD’s public
information manager.
I’m appealing to you to speak with him about the sensitivity of these type cases and
his misinterpretation of the law.
Connor needs to understand how the outcome of months of undercover work can be
jeopardized by premature reporting without proper context and complete facts.
He has been advised on more than one occasion the City will not comment on active
investigations.
I hope you can appreciate my concerns about the way Connor approaches his
reporting.
We are more than willing to work with him and help to hone his skills, but only if he
comes in the spirit of administering fair and balanced reporting based on facts.
Thank you for your time and attention. I look forward to your response and learning
how this matter will be addressed and resolved.
I also welcome the opportunity to meet with you to discuss how we can foster a
positive working relationship moving forward.
Hey Josie,
Information from an arrest warrant in the Greensboro Police Department’s undercover investigation
of Amazing Spa (620 Guilford College Rd) on Sep. 20 states that the defendant willfully performed a
sexual act on a GPD detective in order to issue a misdemeanor charge of prostitution and other
felony charges of promoting prostitution.
I have a set of questions about this event and standard conduct for the Greensboro Police
Department that are at the end of this email. I am giving the GPD a chance to respond and justify
this conduct before taxpayers.
Does the Greensboro Police Department teach that it is acceptable for undercover police officers in
sting operations to commit sexual acts with suspects?
According to N.C.P.I.—CRIM. 202.80, the third requirement for criminal conspiracy states that
the State must prove that the defendant intended to carry out an agreement at the time it
was made beyond a reasonable doubt. What is the Greensboro Police Department’s
justification for allowing the defendant to perform a sexual act rather than stopping at an
attempt?
I have the general counsel of the state licensing board for the massage industry quoted as saying
that Greensboro Police should enter massage businesses in the city that do not possess a
state establishment license and charge them with a criminal misdemeanor for not adhering
to state law. There are more than several unlicensed businesses in the city, one of which
possesses a general business permit. Why are law enforcements not enforcing this state
law?
Numerous legal experts and advocates against human trafficking have unanimously condemned
this act by the GPD as unnecessary and unethical, given that possibility that the defendant
performing the sexual act on law enforcement could be a victim of human trafficking for sex
labor, which the investigation is attempting to stop. How does the GPD respond to these
claims?
Once again, this is an opportunity for the GPD to explain its methodology to the public. Thanks very
much
Connor McNeely
GA Reporter, News & Record
(704) 617-7771
Regards,
Carla Banks, MPA
Communications & Marketing Director
City of Greensboro
Office: 336-373-3769
Cell: 336-337-9914
300 W. Washington St., Greensboro NC 27402
www.greensboro-nc.gov
YouTube
Past President: www.triadnfbpa.org
From: Dimon Kendrick-Holmes
To: Banks, Carla
Subject: RE: Concerns Regarding Connor McNeely
Date: Wednesday, November 1, 2023 11:12:12 AM
WARNING: External Email – Don’t get hooked by a phishing email. Never click on links or
open attachments unless you know the content is safe.
Carla,
That sounds great. Thanks for setting this up.
I’m happy to meet at your office.
Best,
Dimon
From: Banks, Carla [mailto:Carla.Banks@greensboro-nc.gov]
Sent: Wednesday, November 1, 2023 11:10 AM
To: Dimon Kendrick-Holmes <Dimon.Kendrick-Holmes@greensboro.com>
Subject: RE: Concerns Regarding Connor McNeely
Hello Dimon, Chief Thompson is planning to join us along with his new public information officer Patrick DeSota. We are proposing to meet at 9am on Tuesday, November 7. Would you like to meet at your office or ours? Regards, Carla Banks, MPA
ZjQcmQRYFpfptBannerStart
This Message Is From an External Sender
This message came from outside your organization.
Hello Dimon,
ZjQcmQRYFpfptBannerEnd
Chief Thompson is planning to join us along with his new public information officer
Patrick DeSota.
We are proposing to meet at 9am on Tuesday, November 7. Would you like to meet
at your office or ours?
Regards,
Carla Banks, MPA
Communications & Marketing Director
City of Greensboro
Office: 336-373-3769
Cell: 336-337-9914
300 W. Washington St., Greensboro NC 27402
www.greensboro-nc.gov
YouTube
Past President: www.triadnfbpa.org
From: Dimon Kendrick-Holmes <Dimon.Kendrick-Holmes@greensboro.com>
Sent: Tuesday, October 31, 2023 7:18 PM
To: Banks, Carla <Carla.Banks@greensboro-nc.gov>
Subject: RE: Concerns Regarding Connor McNeely
WARNING: External Email – Don’t get hooked by a phishing email. Never click on links or
open attachments unless you know the content is safe.
Good evening, Carla,
Thanks for reaching out. I would be happy to meet with you so I can better understand your
concerns and figure out how we can work together moving forward. I’m heading to Georgia
tomorrow but should be back in Greensboro early next week. Would Tuesday morning, Nov. 7 work
for you? I’d like to meet Josie then too if that’s possible.
Thanks,
Dimon
From: Banks, Carla [mailto:Carla.Banks@greensboro-nc.gov]
Sent: Tuesday, October 31, 2023 10:39 AM
To: Dimon Kendrick-Holmes <Dimon.Kendrick-Holmes@greensboro.com>
Subject: Concerns Regarding Connor McNeely
Importance: High
Good morning Dimon, I hope your week is off to a productive start! In recent weeks the City has been on the receiving end of persistent emails or phone calls from Connor McNeely. Most recently, he sent the enclosed email last week to Josie
ZjQcmQRYFpfptBannerStart
This Message Is From an External Sender
This message came from outside your organization.
Good morning Dimon,
ZjQcmQRYFpfptBannerEnd
I hope your week is off to a productive start!
In recent weeks the City has been on the receiving end of persistent emails or phone
calls from Connor McNeely.
Most recently, he sent the enclosed email last week to Josie Cambareri, GPD’s public
information manager.
I’m appealing to you to speak with him about the sensitivity of these type cases and
his misinterpretation of the law.
Connor needs to understand how the outcome of months of undercover work can be
jeopardized by premature reporting without proper context and complete facts.
He has been advised on more than one occasion the City will not comment on active
investigations.
I hope you can appreciate my concerns about the way Connor approaches his
reporting.
We are more than willing to work with him and help to hone his skills, but only if he
comes in the spirit of administering fair and balanced reporting based on facts.
Thank you for your time and attention. I look forward to your response and learning
how this matter will be addressed and resolved.
I also welcome the opportunity to meet with you to discuss how we can foster a
positive working relationship moving forward.
Hey Josie,
Information from an arrest warrant in the Greensboro Police Department’s undercover investigation
of Amazing Spa (620 Guilford College Rd) on Sep. 20 states that the defendant willfully performed a
sexual act on a GPD detective in order to issue a misdemeanor charge of prostitution and other
felony charges of promoting prostitution.
I have a set of questions about this event and standard conduct for the Greensboro Police
Department that are at the end of this email. I am giving the GPD a chance to respond and justify
this conduct before taxpayers.
Does the Greensboro Police Department teach that it is acceptable for undercover police officers in
sting operations to commit sexual acts with suspects?
According to N.C.P.I.—CRIM. 202.80, the third requirement for criminal conspiracy states that
the State must prove that the defendant intended to carry out an agreement at the time it
was made beyond a reasonable doubt. What is the Greensboro Police Department’s
justification for allowing the defendant to perform a sexual act rather than stopping at an
attempt?
I have the general counsel of the state licensing board for the massage industry quoted as saying
that Greensboro Police should enter massage businesses in the city that do not possess a
state establishment license and charge them with a criminal misdemeanor for not adhering
to state law. There are more than several unlicensed businesses in the city, one of which
possesses a general business permit. Why are law enforcements not enforcing this state
law?
Numerous legal experts and advocates against human trafficking have unanimously condemned
this act by the GPD as unnecessary and unethical, given that possibility that the defendant
performing the sexual act on law enforcement could be a victim of human trafficking for sex
labor, which the investigation is attempting to stop. How does the GPD respond to these
claims?
Once again, this is an opportunity for the GPD to explain its methodology to the public. Thanks very
much
Connor McNeely
GA Reporter, News & Record
(704) 617-7771
Regards,
Carla Banks, MPA
Communications & Marketing Director
City of Greensboro
Office: 336-373-3769
Cell: 336-337-9914
300 W. Washington St., Greensboro NC 27402
www.greensboro-nc.gov
YouTube
Past President: www.triadnfbpa.org
From: Banks, Carla
To: Dimon Kendrick-Holmes
Subject: RE: Concerns Regarding Connor McNeely
Date: Monday, November 6, 2023 5:23:00 PM
Hello Dimon,
Karen is gone for the day.
Hopefully, the following instructions are helpful. Let me know if you have any
questions.
*Meeting Location*
Melvin Municipal Office Building (MMOB)
300 W. Washington Street
City Manager’s Suite
Dogwood Conference Room
*Parking is available at the following location*
Greene Street Parking Deck (across from the Melvin Municipal Office Building) corner of Greene
and Washington Streets
211 S. Greene Street
Phone # 336-373-2113
** Once you arrive at the MMOB, please enter the Washington Street entrance and ask Security
to call Karen Sharpe at x2301.
Regards,
Carla Banks, MPA
Communications & Marketing Director
City of Greensboro
Office: 336-373-3769
Cell: 336-337-9914
300 W. Washington St., Greensboro NC 27402
www.greensboro-nc.gov
YouTube
Past President: www.triadnfbpa.org
From: Dimon Kendrick-Holmes <Dimon.Kendrick-Holmes@greensboro.com>
Sent: Monday, November 6, 2023 5:16 PM
To: Banks, Carla <Carla.Banks@greensboro-nc.gov>
Subject: RE: Concerns Regarding Connor McNeely
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Carla,
I just reached out to Karen but realize she may be gone for the day. What building is Dogwood
Conference Room in, and what entrance should I use? Anything I should know about parking?
Looking forward to meeting you.
Dimon
From: Banks, Carla [mailto:Carla.Banks@greensboro-nc.gov]
Sent: Wednesday, November 1, 2023 11:22 AM
To: Dimon Kendrick-Holmes <Dimon.Kendrick-Holmes@greensboro.com>
Subject: RE: Concerns Regarding Connor McNeely
Thank you, Dimon. The meeting invite will come from my assistant Karen. Regards, Carla Banks, MPA Communications & Marketing Director City of Greensboro Office: 336-373-3769 Cell: 336-337-9914 300 W. Washington St. , Greensboro NC 27402
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The meeting invite will come from my assistant Karen.
Regards,
Carla Banks, MPA
Communications & Marketing Director
City of Greensboro
Office: 336-373-3769
Cell: 336-337-9914
300 W. Washington St., Greensboro NC 27402
www.greensboro-nc.gov
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From: Dimon Kendrick-Holmes <Dimon.Kendrick-Holmes@greensboro.com>
Sent: Wednesday, November 1, 2023 11:12 AM
To: Banks, Carla <Carla.Banks@greensboro-nc.gov>
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Carla,
That sounds great. Thanks for setting this up.
I’m happy to meet at your office.
Best,
Dimon
From: Banks, Carla [mailto:Carla.Banks@greensboro-nc.gov]
Sent: Wednesday, November 1, 2023 11:10 AM
To: Dimon Kendrick-Holmes <Dimon.Kendrick-Holmes@greensboro.com>
Subject: RE: Concerns Regarding Connor McNeely
Hello Dimon, Chief Thompson is planning to join us along with his new public information officer Patrick DeSota. We are proposing to meet at 9am on Tuesday, November 7. Would you like to meet at your office or ours? Regards, Carla Banks, MPA
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Chief Thompson is planning to join us along with his new public information officer
Patrick DeSota.
We are proposing to meet at 9am on Tuesday, November 7. Would you like to meet
at your office or ours?
Regards,
Carla Banks, MPA
Communications & Marketing Director
City of Greensboro
Office: 336-373-3769
Cell: 336-337-9914
300 W. Washington St., Greensboro NC 27402
www.greensboro-nc.gov
YouTube
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From: Dimon Kendrick-Holmes <Dimon.Kendrick-Holmes@greensboro.com>
Sent: Tuesday, October 31, 2023 7:18 PM
To: Banks, Carla <Carla.Banks@greensboro-nc.gov>
Subject: RE: Concerns Regarding Connor McNeely
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Good evening, Carla,
Thanks for reaching out. I would be happy to meet with you so I can better understand your
concerns and figure out how we can work together moving forward. I’m heading to Georgia
tomorrow but should be back in Greensboro early next week. Would Tuesday morning, Nov. 7 work
for you? I’d like to meet Josie then too if that’s possible.
Thanks,
Dimon
From: Banks, Carla [mailto:Carla.Banks@greensboro-nc.gov]
Sent: Tuesday, October 31, 2023 10:39 AM
To: Dimon Kendrick-Holmes <Dimon.Kendrick-Holmes@greensboro.com>
Subject: Concerns Regarding Connor McNeely
Importance: High
Good morning Dimon, I hope your week is off to a productive start! In recent weeks the City has been on the receiving end of persistent emails or phone calls from Connor McNeely. Most recently, he sent the enclosed email last week to Josie
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Good morning Dimon,
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I hope your week is off to a productive start!
In recent weeks the City has been on the receiving end of persistent emails or phone
calls from Connor McNeely.
Most recently, he sent the enclosed email last week to Josie Cambareri, GPD’s public
information manager.
I’m appealing to you to speak with him about the sensitivity of these type cases and
his misinterpretation of the law.
Connor needs to understand how the outcome of months of undercover work can be
jeopardized by premature reporting without proper context and complete facts.
He has been advised on more than one occasion the City will not comment on active
investigations.
I hope you can appreciate my concerns about the way Connor approaches his
reporting.
We are more than willing to work with him and help to hone his skills, but only if he
comes in the spirit of administering fair and balanced reporting based on facts.
Thank you for your time and attention. I look forward to your response and learning
how this matter will be addressed and resolved.
I also welcome the opportunity to meet with you to discuss how we can foster a
positive working relationship moving forward.
Hey Josie,
Information from an arrest warrant in the Greensboro Police Department’s undercover investigation
of Amazing Spa (620 Guilford College Rd) on Sep. 20 states that the defendant willfully performed a
sexual act on a GPD detective in order to issue a misdemeanor charge of prostitution and other
felony charges of promoting prostitution.
I have a set of questions about this event and standard conduct for the Greensboro Police
Department that are at the end of this email. I am giving the GPD a chance to respond and justify
this conduct before taxpayers.
Does the Greensboro Police Department teach that it is acceptable for undercover police officers in
sting operations to commit sexual acts with suspects?
According to N.C.P.I.—CRIM. 202.80, the third requirement for criminal conspiracy states that
the State must prove that the defendant intended to carry out an agreement at the time it
was made beyond a reasonable doubt. What is the Greensboro Police Department’s
justification for allowing the defendant to perform a sexual act rather than stopping at an
attempt?
I have the general counsel of the state licensing board for the massage industry quoted as saying
that Greensboro Police should enter massage businesses in the city that do not possess a
state establishment license and charge them with a criminal misdemeanor for not adhering
to state law. There are more than several unlicensed businesses in the city, one of which
possesses a general business permit. Why are law enforcements not enforcing this state
law?
Numerous legal experts and advocates against human trafficking have unanimously condemned
this act by the GPD as unnecessary and unethical, given that possibility that the defendant
performing the sexual act on law enforcement could be a victim of human trafficking for sex
labor, which the investigation is attempting to stop. How does the GPD respond to these
claims?
Once again, this is an opportunity for the GPD to explain its methodology to the public. Thanks very
much
Connor McNeely
GA Reporter, News & Record
(704) 617-7771
Regards,
Carla Banks, MPA
Communications & Marketing Director
City of Greensboro
Office: 336-373-3769
Cell: 336-337-9914
300 W. Washington St., Greensboro NC 27402
www.greensboro-nc.gov
YouTube
Past President: www.triadnfbpa.org
From: Banks, Carla
To: Dimon Kendrick-Holmes
Subject: RE: Concerns Regarding Connor McNeely
Date: Monday, November 6, 2023 6:53:00 PM
You are most welcome.
If you need to reach me in the morning call/text my cell. The number is listed below.
Have a good evening!
Regards,
Carla Banks, MPA
Communications & Marketing Director
City of Greensboro
Office: 336-373-3769
Cell: 336-337-9914
300 W. Washington St., Greensboro NC 27402
www.greensboro-nc.gov
YouTube
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From: Dimon Kendrick-Holmes <Dimon.Kendrick-Holmes@greensboro.com>
Sent: Monday, November 6, 2023 6:20 PM
To: Banks, Carla <Carla.Banks@greensboro-nc.gov>
Subject: Re: Concerns Regarding Connor McNeely
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On Nov 6, 2023, at 5:24 PM, Banks, Carla <Carla.Banks@greensboro-nc.gov> wrote:
Hello Dimon, Karen is gone for the day. Hopefully, the following instructions are helpful. Let me know if you have any questions. *Meeting Location* Melvin Municipal Office Building (MMOB) 300 W. Washington Street City Manager’s Suite Dogwood ZjQcmQRYFpfptBannerStart This Message Is From an External Sender This message came from outside your organization.
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Hello Dimon,
Karen is gone for the day.
Hopefully, the following instructions are helpful. Let me know if you have any questions.
*Meeting Location*
Melvin Municipal Office Building (MMOB)
300 W. Washington Street
City Manager’s Suite
Dogwood Conference Room
*Parking is available at the following location* Greene Street Parking Deck (across from the Melvin Municipal Office Building) corner of Greene and Washington Streets
211 S. Greene Street
Phone # 336-373-2113
** Once you arrive at the MMOB, please enter the Washington Street entrance and ask Security to call Karen Sharpe at x2301.
Regards,
Carla Banks, MPA
Communications & Marketing Director
City of Greensboro
Office: 336-373-3769
Cell: 336-337-9914
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Sent: Monday, November 6, 2023 5:16 PM
To: Banks, Carla <Carla.Banks@greensboro-nc.gov>
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Carla,
I just reached out to Karen but realize she may be gone for the day. What building is Dogwood Conference Room in, and what entrance should I use? Anything I should know about parking?
Looking forward to meeting you.
Dimon
From: Banks, Carla [mailto:Carla.Banks@greensboro-nc.gov]
Sent: Wednesday, November 1, 2023 11:22 AM
To: Dimon Kendrick-Holmes <Dimon.Kendrick-Holmes@greensboro.com<mailto:Dimon.Kendrick-Holmes@greensboro.com>>
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Thank you, Dimon. The meeting invite will come from my assistant Karen. Regards, Carla Banks, MPA Communications & Marketing Director City of Greensboro Office: 336-373-3769 Cell: 336-337-9914 300 W. Washington St. , Greensboro NC 27402 ZjQcmQRYFpfptBannerStart This Message Is From an External Sender
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Thank you, Dimon.
The meeting invite will come from my assistant Karen.
Regards,
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Communications & Marketing Director
City of Greensboro
Office: 336-373-3769
Cell: 336-337-9914
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From: Dimon Kendrick-Holmes <Dimon.Kendrick-Holmes@greensboro.com<mailto:Dimon.Kendrick-Holmes@greensboro.com>>
Sent: Wednesday, November 1, 2023 11:12 AM
To: Banks, Carla <Carla.Banks@greensboro-nc.gov<mailto:Carla.Banks@greensboro-nc.gov>>
Subject: RE: Concerns Regarding Connor McNeely
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Carla,
That sounds great. Thanks for setting this up.
I’m happy to meet at your office.
Best,
Dimon
From: Banks, Carla [mailto:Carla.Banks@greensboro-nc.gov]
Sent: Wednesday, November 1, 2023 11:10 AM
To: Dimon Kendrick-Holmes <Dimon.Kendrick-Holmes@greensboro.com<mailto:Dimon.Kendrick-Holmes@greensboro.com>>
Subject: RE: Concerns Regarding Connor McNeely
Hello Dimon, Chief Thompson is planning to join us along with his new public information officer Patrick DeSota. We are proposing to meet at 9am on Tuesday, November 7. Would you like to meet at your office or ours? Regards, Carla Banks, MPA ZjQcmQRYFpfptBannerStart This Message Is From an External Sender
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Hello Dimon,
Chief Thompson is planning to join us along with his new public information officer Patrick DeSota.
We are proposing to meet at 9am on Tuesday, November 7. Would you like to meet at your office or ours?
Regards,
Carla Banks, MPA
Communications & Marketing Director
City of Greensboro
Office: 336-373-3769
Cell: 336-337-9914
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From: Dimon Kendrick-Holmes <Dimon.Kendrick-Holmes@greensboro.com<mailto:Dimon.Kendrick-Holmes@greensboro.com>>
Sent: Tuesday, October 31, 2023 7:18 PM
To: Banks, Carla <Carla.Banks@greensboro-nc.gov<mailto:Carla.Banks@greensboro-nc.gov>>
Subject: RE: Concerns Regarding Connor McNeely
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Good evening, Carla,
Thanks for reaching out. I would be happy to meet with you so I can better understand your concerns and figure out how we can work together moving forward. I’m heading to Georgia tomorrow but should be back in Greensboro early next week. Would Tuesday morning, Nov. 7 work for you? I’d like to meet Josie then too if that’s possible.
Thanks,
Dimon
From: Banks, Carla [mailto:Carla.Banks@greensboro-nc.gov]
Sent: Tuesday, October 31, 2023 10:39 AM
To: Dimon Kendrick-Holmes <Dimon.Kendrick-Holmes@greensboro.com<mailto:Dimon.Kendrick-Holmes@greensboro.com>>
Subject: Concerns Regarding Connor McNeely
Importance: High
Good morning Dimon, I hope your week is off to a productive start! In recent weeks the City has been on the receiving end of persistent emails or phone calls from Connor McNeely. Most recently, he sent the enclosed email last week to Josie ZjQcmQRYFpfptBannerStart This Message Is From an External Sender
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Good morning Dimon,
I hope your week is off to a productive start!
In recent weeks the City has been on the receiving end of persistent emails or phone calls from Connor McNeely.
Most recently, he sent the enclosed email last week to Josie Cambareri, GPD’s public information manager.
I’m appealing to you to speak with him about the sensitivity of these type cases and his misinterpretation of the law.
Connor needs to understand how the outcome of months of undercover work can be jeopardized by premature reporting without proper context and complete facts.
He has been advised on more than one occasion the City will not comment on active investigations.
I hope you can appreciate my concerns about the way Connor approaches his reporting.
We are more than willing to work with him and help to hone his skills, but only if he comes in the spirit of administering fair and balanced reporting based on facts.
Thank you for your time and attention. I look forward to your response and learning how this matter will be addressed and resolved.
I also welcome the opportunity to meet with you to discuss how we can foster a positive working relationship moving forward.
Hey Josie,
Information from an arrest warrant in the Greensboro Police Department’s undercover investigation of Amazing Spa (620 Guilford College Rd) on Sep. 20 states that the defendant willfully performed a sexual act on a GPD detective in order to issue a misdemeanor charge of prostitution and other felony charges of promoting prostitution.
I have a set of questions about this event and standard conduct for the Greensboro Police Department that are at the end of this email. I am giving the GPD a chance to respond and justify this conduct before taxpayers.
Does the Greensboro Police Department teach that it is acceptable for undercover police officers in sting operations to commit sexual acts with suspects?
According to N.C.P.I.—CRIM. 202.80, the third requirement for criminal conspiracy states that the State must prove that the defendant intended to carry out an agreement at the time it was made beyond a reasonable doubt. What is the Greensboro Police Department’s justification for allowing the defendant to perform a sexual act rather than stopping at an attempt?
I have the general counsel of the state licensing board for the massage industry quoted as saying that Greensboro Police should enter massage businesses in the city that do not possess a state establishment license and charge them with a criminal misdemeanor for not adhering to state law. There are more than several unlicensed businesses in the city, one of which possesses a general business permit. Why are law enforcements not enforcing this state law?
Numerous legal experts and advocates against human trafficking have unanimously condemned this act by the GPD as unnecessary and unethical, given that possibility that the defendant performing the sexual act on law enforcement could be a victim of human trafficking for sex labor, which the investigation is attempting to stop. How does the GPD respond to these claims?
Once again, this is an opportunity for the GPD to explain its methodology to the public. Thanks very much
Connor McNeely
GA Reporter, News & Record
(704) 617-7771
Regards,
Carla Banks, MPA
Communications & Marketing Director
City of Greensboro
Office: 336-373-3769
Cell: 336-337-9914
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From: Banks, Carla
To: Dimon Kendrick-Holmes
Subject: RE: Concerns Regarding Connor McNeely
Date: Wednesday, November 1, 2023 11:09:00 AM
Hello Dimon,
Chief Thompson is planning to join us along with his new public information officer
Patrick DeSota.
We are proposing to meet at 9am on Tuesday, November 7. Would you like to meet
at your office or ours?
Regards,
Carla Banks, MPA
Communications & Marketing Director
City of Greensboro
Office: 336-373-3769
Cell: 336-337-9914
300 W. Washington St., Greensboro NC 27402
www.greensboro-nc.gov
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From: Dimon Kendrick-Holmes <Dimon.Kendrick-Holmes@greensboro.com>
Sent: Tuesday, October 31, 2023 7:18 PM
To: Banks, Carla <Carla.Banks@greensboro-nc.gov>
Subject: RE: Concerns Regarding Connor McNeely
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Good evening, Carla,
Thanks for reaching out. I would be happy to meet with you so I can better understand your
concerns and figure out how we can work together moving forward. I’m heading to Georgia
tomorrow but should be back in Greensboro early next week. Would Tuesday morning, Nov. 7 work
for you? I’d like to meet Josie then too if that’s possible.
Thanks,
Dimon
From: Banks, Carla [mailto:Carla.Banks@greensboro-nc.gov]
Sent: Tuesday, October 31, 2023 10:39 AM
To: Dimon Kendrick-Holmes <Dimon.Kendrick-Holmes@greensboro.com>
Subject: Concerns Regarding Connor McNeely
Importance: High
Good morning Dimon, I hope your week is off to a productive start! In recent weeks the City has been on the receiving end of persistent emails or phone calls from Connor McNeely. Most recently, he sent the enclosed email last week to Josie
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This Message Is From an External Sender
This message came from outside your organization.
Good morning Dimon,
ZjQcmQRYFpfptBannerEnd
I hope your week is off to a productive start!
In recent weeks the City has been on the receiving end of persistent emails or phone
calls from Connor McNeely.
Most recently, he sent the enclosed email last week to Josie Cambareri, GPD’s public
information manager.
I’m appealing to you to speak with him about the sensitivity of these type cases and
his misinterpretation of the law.
Connor needs to understand how the outcome of months of undercover work can be
jeopardized by premature reporting without proper context and complete facts.
He has been advised on more than one occasion the City will not comment on active
investigations.
I hope you can appreciate my concerns about the way Connor approaches his
reporting.
We are more than willing to work with him and help to hone his skills, but only if he
comes in the spirit of administering fair and balanced reporting based on facts.
Thank you for your time and attention. I look forward to your response and learning
how this matter will be addressed and resolved.
I also welcome the opportunity to meet with you to discuss how we can foster a
positive working relationship moving forward.
Hey Josie,
Information from an arrest warrant in the Greensboro Police Department’s undercover investigation
of Amazing Spa (620 Guilford College Rd) on Sep. 20 states that the defendant willfully performed a
sexual act on a GPD detective in order to issue a misdemeanor charge of prostitution and other
felony charges of promoting prostitution.
I have a set of questions about this event and standard conduct for the Greensboro Police
Department that are at the end of this email. I am giving the GPD a chance to respond and justify
this conduct before taxpayers.
Does the Greensboro Police Department teach that it is acceptable for undercover police officers in
sting operations to commit sexual acts with suspects?
According to N.C.P.I.—CRIM. 202.80, the third requirement for criminal conspiracy states that
the State must prove that the defendant intended to carry out an agreement at the time it
was made beyond a reasonable doubt. What is the Greensboro Police Department’s
justification for allowing the defendant to perform a sexual act rather than stopping at an
attempt?
I have the general counsel of the state licensing board for the massage industry quoted as saying
that Greensboro Police should enter massage businesses in the city that do not possess a
state establishment license and charge them with a criminal misdemeanor for not adhering
to state law. There are more than several unlicensed businesses in the city, one of which
possesses a general business permit. Why are law enforcements not enforcing this state
law?
Numerous legal experts and advocates against human trafficking have unanimously condemned
this act by the GPD as unnecessary and unethical, given that possibility that the defendant
performing the sexual act on law enforcement could be a victim of human trafficking for sex
labor, which the investigation is attempting to stop. How does the GPD respond to these
claims?
Once again, this is an opportunity for the GPD to explain its methodology to the public. Thanks very
much
Connor McNeely
GA Reporter, News & Record
(704) 617-7771
Regards,
Carla Banks, MPA
Communications & Marketing Director
City of Greensboro
Office: 336-373-3769
Cell: 336-337-9914
300 W. Washington St., Greensboro NC 27402
www.greensboro-nc.gov
YouTube
Past President: www.triadnfbpa.org
From: Banks, Carla
To: Dimon Kendrick-Holmes
Subject: Re: Concerns Regarding Connor McNeely
Date: Wednesday, November 1, 2023 7:59:17 AM
Good morning Dimon,
Thank you for being willing to meet with me and Josie.
I'll coordinate with her to determine if she is available on Tuesday morning. Once I know, I'll
follow up.
I'm looking forward to meeting you. Safe travels.
Regards,
Carla Banks
Communications & Marketing Director
City of Greensboro
300 W. Washington St.
Greensboro, NC 27401
Sent from my smartphone
From: Dimon Kendrick-Holmes <Dimon.Kendrick-Holmes@greensboro.com>
Sent: Tuesday, October 31, 2023 7:18:41 PM
To: Banks, Carla <Carla.Banks@greensboro-nc.gov>
Subject: RE: Concerns Regarding Connor McNeely
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open attachments unless you know the content is safe.
Good evening, Carla,
Thanks for reaching out. I would be happy to meet with you so I can better understand your
concerns and figure out how we can work together moving forward. I’m heading to Georgia
tomorrow but should be back in Greensboro early next week. Would Tuesday morning, Nov. 7 work
for you? I’d like to meet Josie then too if that’s possible.
Thanks,
Dimon
From: Banks, Carla [mailto:Carla.Banks@greensboro-nc.gov]
Sent: Tuesday, October 31, 2023 10:39 AM
To: Dimon Kendrick-Holmes <Dimon.Kendrick-Holmes@greensboro.com>
Subject: Concerns Regarding Connor McNeely
Importance: High
Good morning Dimon, I hope your week is off to a productive start! In recent weeks the City has been on the receiving end of persistent emails or phone calls from Connor McNeely. Most recently, he sent the enclosed email last week to Josie
ZjQcmQRYFpfptBannerStart
This Message Is From an External Sender
This message came from outside your organization.
Good morning Dimon,
ZjQcmQRYFpfptBannerEnd
I hope your week is off to a productive start!
In recent weeks the City has been on the receiving end of persistent emails or phone
calls from Connor McNeely.
Most recently, he sent the enclosed email last week to Josie Cambareri, GPD’s public
information manager.
I’m appealing to you to speak with him about the sensitivity of these type cases and
his misinterpretation of the law.
Connor needs to understand how the outcome of months of undercover work can be
jeopardized by premature reporting without proper context and complete facts.
He has been advised on more than one occasion the City will not comment on active
investigations.
I hope you can appreciate my concerns about the way Connor approaches his
reporting.
We are more than willing to work with him and help to hone his skills, but only if he
comes in the spirit of administering fair and balanced reporting based on facts.
Thank you for your time and attention. I look forward to your response and learning
how this matter will be addressed and resolved.
I also welcome the opportunity to meet with you to discuss how we can foster a
positive working relationship moving forward.
Hey Josie,
Information from an arrest warrant in the Greensboro Police Department’s undercover investigation
of Amazing Spa (620 Guilford College Rd) on Sep. 20 states that the defendant willfully performed a
sexual act on a GPD detective in order to issue a misdemeanor charge of prostitution and other
felony charges of promoting prostitution.
I have a set of questions about this event and standard conduct for the Greensboro Police
Department that are at the end of this email. I am giving the GPD a chance to respond and justify
this conduct before taxpayers.
Does the Greensboro Police Department teach that it is acceptable for undercover police officers in
sting operations to commit sexual acts with suspects?
According to N.C.P.I.—CRIM. 202.80, the third requirement for criminal conspiracy states that
the State must prove that the defendant intended to carry out an agreement at the time it
was made beyond a reasonable doubt. What is the Greensboro Police Department’s
justification for allowing the defendant to perform a sexual act rather than stopping at an
attempt?
I have the general counsel of the state licensing board for the massage industry quoted as saying
that Greensboro Police should enter massage businesses in the city that do not possess a
state establishment license and charge them with a criminal misdemeanor for not adhering
to state law. There are more than several unlicensed businesses in the city, one of which
possesses a general business permit. Why are law enforcements not enforcing this state
law?
Numerous legal experts and advocates against human trafficking have unanimously condemned
this act by the GPD as unnecessary and unethical, given that possibility that the defendant
performing the sexual act on law enforcement could be a victim of human trafficking for sex
labor, which the investigation is attempting to stop. How does the GPD respond to these
claims?
Once again, this is an opportunity for the GPD to explain its methodology to the public. Thanks very
much
Connor McNeely
GA Reporter, News & Record
(704) 617-7771
Regards,
Carla Banks, MPA
Communications & Marketing Director
City of Greensboro
Office: 336-373-3769
Cell: 336-337-9914
300 W. Washington St., Greensboro NC 27402
www.greensboro-nc.gov
YouTube
Past President: www.triadnfbpa.org
From: Keys, Jake
To: Connor McNeely
Subject: RE: Question about the city"s business permitting process
Date: Thursday, October 12, 2023 4:27:00 PM
I’m just waiting to get that answer from Collections
Jake Keys, (he/him/his)
Communications Manager
Communications and Marketing Department
City of Greensboro
Phone: 336-373-2105
Cell: 336-430-7525
PO Box 3136, Greensboro, NC 27402-3136
www.greensboro-nc.gov
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Twitter
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From: Connor McNeely <connor.mcneely@greensboro.com>
Sent: Thursday, October 12, 2023 12:08 PM
To: Keys, Jake <Jake.Keys@greensboro-nc.gov>
Subject: RE: Question about the city's business permitting process
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Hey Jake,
I’ve got a question about this permit. I’d like to know why the signature for the Police Department is
blank. Also, is there supposed to be a background check from GPD? Why is a signature even
required?
Please direct this to Mr. Lanier in the collections division or the appropriate manager.
Thank you
Connor
From: Keys, Jake [mailto:Jake.Keys@greensboro-nc.gov]
Sent: Wednesday, October 11, 2023 3:47 PM
To: Connor McNeely <connor.mcneely@greensboro.com>
Subject: RE: Question about the city's business permitting process
Ok, so staff doesn’t have a list of specific questions other than the information requested on the application. We have them complete an application, provide copy of City Ordinances, and answer any questions they may ask. Attached is a copy
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any questions they may ask. Attached is a copy of the application and information we provide to
applicants.
Jake Keys, (he/him/his)
Communications Manager
Communications and Marketing Department
City of Greensboro
Phone: 336-373-2105
Cell: 336-430-7525
PO Box 3136, Greensboro, NC 27402-3136
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Hey Jake,
I’ve got a question about the city’s business permitting process. This is going along with my request
about massage businesses earlier this week.
What are the specific questions asked by a representative of the city during a background check of a
business? Basically, what is the “checklist”?
Thanks very much
Connor
From: Connor McNeely
To: Keys, Jake
Subject: RE: Question about the city"s business permitting process
Date: Wednesday, October 11, 2023 4:05:09 PM
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Hey Jake,
Thanks for the prompt reply. This is exactly what I was looking for!
Have a great day
Connor
From: Keys, Jake [mailto:Jake.Keys@greensboro-nc.gov]
Sent: Wednesday, October 11, 2023 3:47 PM
To: Connor McNeely <connor.mcneely@greensboro.com>
Subject: RE: Question about the city's business permitting process
Ok, so staff doesn’t have a list of specific questions other than the information requested on the application. We have them complete an application, provide copy of City Ordinances, and answer any questions they may ask. Attached is a copy
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any questions they may ask. Attached is a copy of the application and information we provide to
applicants.
Jake Keys, (he/him/his)
Communications Manager
Communications and Marketing Department
City of Greensboro
Phone: 336-373-2105
Cell: 336-430-7525
PO Box 3136, Greensboro, NC 27402-3136
www.greensboro-nc.gov
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From: Connor McNeely <connor.mcneely@greensboro.com>
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Hey Jake,
I’ve got a question about the city’s business permitting process. This is going along with my request
about massage businesses earlier this week.
What are the specific questions asked by a representative of the city during a background check of a
business? Basically, what is the “checklist”?
Thanks very much
Connor
From: Keys, Jake
To: Connor McNeely
Subject: RE: Question about the city"s business permitting process
Date: Friday, October 13, 2023 11:13:00 AM
Attachments: Appoved Application Head to Feet (1).pdf
Connor,
That was my mistake. What I sent you yesterday was a copy of the original application, but here is a
copy of the approved information with the police signature for Head 2 Feet.
Jake Keys, (he/him/his)
Communications Manager
Communications and Marketing Department
City of Greensboro
Phone: 336-373-2105
Cell: 336-430-7525
PO Box 3136, Greensboro, NC 27402-3136
www.greensboro-nc.gov
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Hey Jake,
Did you mean to say “didn’t”? Because in the previous final copy of this businesses’ application,
there was a signature from a GPD detective.
Thanks
Connor
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Sent: Thursday, October 12, 2023 5:09 PM
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The permit office doesn’t receive a copy of the background check from GPD Jake Keys, (he/him/his) Communications Manager Communications and Marketing Department City of Greensboro Phone: 336-373-2105 Cell: 336-430-7525 PO Box 3136, Greensboro,
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Jake Keys, (he/him/his)
Communications Manager
Communications and Marketing Department
City of Greensboro
Phone: 336-373-2105
Cell: 336-430-7525
PO Box 3136, Greensboro, NC 27402-3136
www.greensboro-nc.gov
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From: Connor McNeely <connor.mcneely@greensboro.com>
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Hey Jake,
I’ve got a question about this permit. I’d like to know why the signature for the Police Department is
blank. Also, is there supposed to be a background check from GPD? Why is a signature even
required?
Please direct this to Mr. Lanier in the collections division or the appropriate manager.
Thank you
Connor
From: Keys, Jake [mailto:Jake.Keys@greensboro-nc.gov]
Sent: Wednesday, October 11, 2023 3:47 PM
To: Connor McNeely <connor.mcneely@greensboro.com>
Subject: RE: Question about the city's business permitting process
Ok, so staff doesn’t have a list of specific questions other than the information requested on the application. We have them complete an application, provide copy of City Ordinances, and answer any questions they may ask. Attached is a copy
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any questions they may ask. Attached is a copy of the application and information we provide to
applicants.
Jake Keys, (he/him/his)
Communications Manager
Communications and Marketing Department
City of Greensboro
Phone: 336-373-2105
Cell: 336-430-7525
PO Box 3136, Greensboro, NC 27402-3136
www.greensboro-nc.gov
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From: Connor McNeely <connor.mcneely@greensboro.com>
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Subject: Question about the city's business permitting process
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Hey Jake,
I’ve got a question about the city’s business permitting process. This is going along with my request
about massage businesses earlier this week.
What are the specific questions asked by a representative of the city during a background check of a
business? Basically, what is the “checklist”?
Thanks very much
Connor
From: Connor McNeely
To: Keys, Jake
Subject: RE: Question about the city"s business permitting process
Date: Thursday, October 12, 2023 5:10:42 PM
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Hey Jake,
Did you mean to say “didn’t”? Because in the previous final copy of this businesses’ application,
there was a signature from a GPD detective.
Thanks
Connor
From: Keys, Jake [mailto:Jake.Keys@greensboro-nc.gov]
Sent: Thursday, October 12, 2023 5:09 PM
To: Connor McNeely <connor.mcneely@greensboro.com>
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The permit office doesn’t receive a copy of the background check from GPD Jake Keys, (he/him/his) Communications Manager Communications and Marketing Department City of Greensboro Phone: 336-373-2105 Cell: 336-430-7525 PO Box 3136, Greensboro,
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Jake Keys, (he/him/his)
Communications Manager
Communications and Marketing Department
City of Greensboro
Phone: 336-373-2105
Cell: 336-430-7525
PO Box 3136, Greensboro, NC 27402-3136
www.greensboro-nc.gov
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From: Connor McNeely <connor.mcneely@greensboro.com>
Sent: Thursday, October 12, 2023 12:08 PM
To: Keys, Jake <Jake.Keys@greensboro-nc.gov>
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Hey Jake,
I’ve got a question about this permit. I’d like to know why the signature for the Police Department is
blank. Also, is there supposed to be a background check from GPD? Why is a signature even
required?
Please direct this to Mr. Lanier in the collections division or the appropriate manager.
Thank you
Connor
From: Keys, Jake [mailto:Jake.Keys@greensboro-nc.gov]
Sent: Wednesday, October 11, 2023 3:47 PM
To: Connor McNeely <connor.mcneely@greensboro.com>
Subject: RE: Question about the city's business permitting process
Ok, so staff doesn’t have a list of specific questions other than the information requested on the application. We have them complete an application, provide copy of City Ordinances, and answer any questions they may ask. Attached is a copy
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any questions they may ask. Attached is a copy of the application and information we provide to
applicants.
Jake Keys, (he/him/his)
Communications Manager
Communications and Marketing Department
City of Greensboro
Phone: 336-373-2105
Cell: 336-430-7525
PO Box 3136, Greensboro, NC 27402-3136
www.greensboro-nc.gov
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From: Connor McNeely <connor.mcneely@greensboro.com>
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Hey Jake,
I’ve got a question about the city’s business permitting process. This is going along with my request
about massage businesses earlier this week.
What are the specific questions asked by a representative of the city during a background check of a
business? Basically, what is the “checklist”?
Thanks very much
Connor
From: Connor McNeely
To: Keys, Jake
Subject: RE: Question about the city"s business permitting process
Date: Thursday, October 12, 2023 12:09:02 PM
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Hey Jake,
I’ve got a question about this permit. I’d like to know why the signature for the Police Department is
blank. Also, is there supposed to be a background check from GPD? Why is a signature even
required?
Please direct this to Mr. Lanier in the collections division or the appropriate manager.
Thank you
Connor
From: Keys, Jake [mailto:Jake.Keys@greensboro-nc.gov]
Sent: Wednesday, October 11, 2023 3:47 PM
To: Connor McNeely <connor.mcneely@greensboro.com>
Subject: RE: Question about the city's business permitting process
Ok, so staff doesn’t have a list of specific questions other than the information requested on the application. We have them complete an application, provide copy of City Ordinances, and answer any questions they may ask. Attached is a copy
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any questions they may ask. Attached is a copy of the application and information we provide to
applicants.
Jake Keys, (he/him/his)
Communications Manager
Communications and Marketing Department
City of Greensboro
Phone: 336-373-2105
Cell: 336-430-7525
PO Box 3136, Greensboro, NC 27402-3136
www.greensboro-nc.gov
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From: Connor McNeely <connor.mcneely@greensboro.com>
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Hey Jake,
I’ve got a question about the city’s business permitting process. This is going along with my request
about massage businesses earlier this week.
What are the specific questions asked by a representative of the city during a background check of a
business? Basically, what is the “checklist”?
Thanks very much
Connor
From: Keys, Jake
To: Connor McNeely
Subject: RE: Question about the city"s business permitting process
Date: Wednesday, October 11, 2023 4:05:00 PM
Glad to help.
Jake Keys, (he/him/his)
Communications Manager
Communications and Marketing Department
City of Greensboro
Phone: 336-373-2105
Cell: 336-430-7525
PO Box 3136, Greensboro, NC 27402-3136
www.greensboro-nc.gov
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From: Connor McNeely <connor.mcneely@greensboro.com>
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Hey Jake,
Thanks for the prompt reply. This is exactly what I was looking for!
Have a great day
Connor
From: Keys, Jake [mailto:Jake.Keys@greensboro-nc.gov]
Sent: Wednesday, October 11, 2023 3:47 PM
To: Connor McNeely <connor.mcneely@greensboro.com>
Subject: RE: Question about the city's business permitting process
Ok, so staff doesn’t have a list of specific questions other than the information requested on the application. We have them complete an application, provide copy of City Ordinances, and answer any questions they may ask. Attached is a copy
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any questions they may ask. Attached is a copy of the application and information we provide to
applicants.
Jake Keys, (he/him/his)
Communications Manager
Communications and Marketing Department
City of Greensboro
Phone: 336-373-2105
Cell: 336-430-7525
PO Box 3136, Greensboro, NC 27402-3136
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Hey Jake,
I’ve got a question about the city’s business permitting process. This is going along with my request
about massage businesses earlier this week.
What are the specific questions asked by a representative of the city during a background check of a
business? Basically, what is the “checklist”?
Thanks very much
Connor
From: Keys, Jake
To: Connor McNeely
Subject: RE: Question about the city"s business permitting process
Date: Wednesday, October 11, 2023 3:46:00 PM
Attachments: MASSAGE BUSINESS PERMIT PACKET_2016.pdf
Ok, so staff doesn’t have a list of specific questions other than the information requested on the
application. We have them complete an application, provide copy of City Ordinances, and answer
any questions they may ask. Attached is a copy of the application and information we provide to
applicants.
Jake Keys, (he/him/his)
Communications Manager
Communications and Marketing Department
City of Greensboro
Phone: 336-373-2105
Cell: 336-430-7525
PO Box 3136, Greensboro, NC 27402-3136
www.greensboro-nc.gov
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From: Connor McNeely <connor.mcneely@greensboro.com>
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Hey Jake,
I’ve got a question about the city’s business permitting process. This is going along with my request
about massage businesses earlier this week.
What are the specific questions asked by a representative of the city during a background check of a
business? Basically, what is the “checklist”?
Thanks very much
Connor
From: Keys, Jake
To: Connor McNeely
Subject: RE: Question about the city"s business permitting process
Date: Wednesday, October 11, 2023 3:43:00 PM
Sure thing. Let me get with those folks to get that clarified, but in the meantime, this page might be
helpful:
https://www.greensboro-nc.gov/departments/financial-administrative-services/financial-
services/collections/business-permit
Jake Keys, (he/him/his)
Communications Manager
Communications and Marketing Department
City of Greensboro
Phone: 336-373-2105
Cell: 336-430-7525
PO Box 3136, Greensboro, NC 27402-3136
www.greensboro-nc.gov
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Hey Jake,
I’ve got a question about the city’s business permitting process. This is going along with my request
about massage businesses earlier this week.
What are the specific questions asked by a representative of the city during a background check of a
business? Basically, what is the “checklist”?
Thanks very much
Connor
From: Keys, Jake
To: Connor McNeely
Subject: RE: Question about the city"s business permitting process
Date: Thursday, October 12, 2023 5:08:00 PM
The permit office doesn’t receive a copy of the background check from GPD
Jake Keys, (he/him/his)
Communications Manager
Communications and Marketing Department
City of Greensboro
Phone: 336-373-2105
Cell: 336-430-7525
PO Box 3136, Greensboro, NC 27402-3136
www.greensboro-nc.gov
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From: Connor McNeely <connor.mcneely@greensboro.com>
Sent: Thursday, October 12, 2023 12:08 PM
To: Keys, Jake <Jake.Keys@greensboro-nc.gov>
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Hey Jake,
I’ve got a question about this permit. I’d like to know why the signature for the Police Department is
blank. Also, is there supposed to be a background check from GPD? Why is a signature even
required?
Please direct this to Mr. Lanier in the collections division or the appropriate manager.
Thank you
Connor
From: Keys, Jake [mailto:Jake.Keys@greensboro-nc.gov]
Sent: Wednesday, October 11, 2023 3:47 PM
To: Connor McNeely <connor.mcneely@greensboro.com>
Subject: RE: Question about the city's business permitting process
Ok, so staff doesn’t have a list of specific questions other than the information requested on the application. We have them complete an application, provide copy of City Ordinances, and answer any questions they may ask. Attached is a copy
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any questions they may ask. Attached is a copy of the application and information we provide to
applicants.
Jake Keys, (he/him/his)
Communications Manager
Communications and Marketing Department
City of Greensboro
Phone: 336-373-2105
Cell: 336-430-7525
PO Box 3136, Greensboro, NC 27402-3136
www.greensboro-nc.gov
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Hey Jake,
I’ve got a question about the city’s business permitting process. This is going along with my request
about massage businesses earlier this week.
What are the specific questions asked by a representative of the city during a background check of a
business? Basically, what is the “checklist”?
Thanks very much
Connor
From: Connor McNeely
To: Cambareri, Josie
Subject: RE: Questions regarding 620 Guilford College Rd
Date: Monday, September 25, 2023 10:26:21 AM
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1. Qiulian Shen, 58, 620 Guilford College Rd, 9/22/23, PROMOTE PROSTITUTION -ADVANCE
2. Liling Liang, 59, 620 Guilford College Rd, 9/22/23, CONSPIRE TO COMMIT PROSTITUTION
Thanks for your help!
From: Cambareri, Josie [mailto:Josie.Cambareri@greensboro-nc.gov]
Sent: Monday, September 25, 2023 10:23 AM
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Hey Connor- Do you have arrestee names I can look up to see if this was our agency? I will add this to my list. Josie From: Connor McNeely <connor. mcneely@ greensboro. com> Sent: Monday, September 25, 2023 10: 20 AM To: Cambareri, Josie
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Do you have arrestee names I can look up to see if this was our agency? I will add this to my list.
Josie
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Sent: Monday, September 25, 2023 10:20 AM
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Hey Josie,
I have some questions regarding arrests that were made at 620 Guilford College Rd on Friday.
Were these two women employees of a massage business?
What was the name of the massage business?
What time in the day were these arrests made?
Thanks very much
Connor
From: Cambareri, Josie
To: Connor McNeely
Subject: RE: Questions regarding 620 Guilford College Rd
Date: Monday, September 25, 2023 10:23:00 AM
Hey Connor-
Do you have arrestee names I can look up to see if this was our agency? I will add this to my list.
Josie
From: Connor McNeely <connor.mcneely@greensboro.com>
Sent: Monday, September 25, 2023 10:20 AM
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Hey Josie,
I have some questions regarding arrests that were made at 620 Guilford College Rd on Friday.
Were these two women employees of a massage business?
What was the name of the massage business?
What time in the day were these arrests made?
Thanks very much
Connor
From: Connor McNeely
To: Lanier, Dorian
Cc: Davis, Larry; Davis, N.; Druga, Marlene; Childress ,Teresa; Baker, Tony
Subject: RE: Request for comment (Greensboro News & Record)
Date: Monday, September 18, 2023 11:42:33 AM
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Dorian,
I need a response to the questions that I emailed you last week, preferably by the end of the day
today. Also, I have a few additional questions for clarification:
1. Head2Feet Massage, which the city granted a business permit in August 2022, though the
applicant had lost their state license nearly two months before, is under new ownership that
does not have a permit with the city. Is that right? When did the sale of this business occur?
2. This may be a question better suited for another representative of the city, so you may
forward it to who is responsible. What has the city been doing to penalize Head2Feet
Massage for not having a city permit but remaining open; May Spa for not displaying
therapists’ licenses; or Reflexology for opening without a business permit?
3. Was the city of Greensboro or its police department ever aware that an investigator’s report
on behalf of the NCMBT stated several women fled Head2Feet Massage after the
investigator identified himself? This incident occurred in June 2022, before the city awarded
this owner a business permit.
Thanks for your time,
Connor
From: Lanier, Dorian [mailto:Dorian.Lanier@greensboro-nc.gov]
Sent: Wednesday, September 13, 2023 3:38 PM
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From: Lanier, Dorian
To: connor.mcneely@greensboro.com
Cc: Davis, Larry; Davis, N.; Druga, Marlene; Childress ,Teresa; Baker, Tony
Subject: RE: Request for comment (Greensboro News & Record)
Date: Tuesday, September 12, 2023 6:55:56 PM
Connor,
In response to your email, please see answers below.
1. Why has the city of Greensboro issued business permits to the massage businesses listed
below that do not possess a state license?
Head 2 Feet Massage - At time of application, 6/15/22, the City did verify that the massage
therapist(s) listed on the application were licensed. The NC Board of Massage & Bodywork
revoked their license on 6/16/22. The Business Permit was issued on 8/10/22, once the
approved background check was received from Greensboro Police Department. Since the
NC Board License had already been verified at time of application, the practice is to issue the
Business Permit w/o reconfirming the status of the massage therapist(s) with the NC Board
of Massage & Bodywork.
Pursuant to Ordinance 14.5, the individual therapists are required to have a valid license
with the NC Board of Massage & Bodywork. May Spa’s Business Permit was renewed
7/3/23. At that time, the three therapists listed on the application all held valid licenses with
the NC Board of Massage & Bodywork. The third business, Reflexology and Tea Health
Center does not have a Business Permit with the City. The City performed a site visit on
8/23/18. At that time the location was only performing Reiki and Reflexology. The
Ordinance, at that time, did not include either of these activities as massage and no Permit
was required.
The City Code of Ordinances requires each individual, not the business, performing massage
to have a state license issued by the NC Board of Massage and Bodywork Therapy. This is
verified twice a year when a new list of those performing massage is requested of the
business.
2. Did the city of Greensboro contact the state board of massage and bodywork therapy and
inquire as to the status of their state license before issuing a city permit?
In addition to requiring all applicant(s) to submit copies of their license(s) from the NC Board
of Massage and Bodywork, the permit office confirms the validity of the license at time of
application by going to the NC Board of Massage and Bodywork website to view the license
online.
3. Why is the city of Greensboro issuing requests for city business permits to legitimate
massage businesses that already possess state licenses?
From the City’s website at Business Permit | Greensboro, NC (greensboro-nc.gov)
Why does the City require certain businesses to have a business permit?
Authorized by the NC General Assembly and the Greensboro City Council, this
requirement helps City officials achieve several important objectives:
To promote public health, safety, and welfare, and to continue to monitor
business activity.
To provide reliable information as to who is conducting or planning to conduct
what kind of business at what location within Greensboro corporate limits.
Equipped with this information, City officials are able to take steps to ensure that
businesses locate and operate in areas that are properly zoned for the particular
type of business conducted.
To ensure businesses whose activities place special and concentrated
demands on infrastructure and basic City services share more equitably in the
cost of maintaining that infrastructure and those basic services.
From Code of Ordinances, Chapter 14-5
Sec. 14.5-1. - Declaration of purpose.
The City of Greensboro recognizes that the improper practice of massage and bodywork therapy
is potentially harmful to the public. To protect public health, safety, welfare and morals the
provisions and regulations of this chapter are ordained for the privilege of carrying on the
businesses, trades, or professions wherein massage or other physical manipulation of the human
body is carried on or practiced.
(Ord. No. 13-141, § 1, 11-12-13)
Please let me know if you need additional information and/or have any other questions.
Thank you
Dorian Lanier, Assistant Collections Manager
City of Greensboro
336-373-2353; 336-373-4849 Fax
PO Box 3136, Greensboro, NC 27402-3136
www.greensboro-nc.gov
From: Connor McNeely <connor.mcneely@greensboro.com>
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To: Lanier, Dorian <Dorian.Lanier@greensboro-nc.gov>
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Dorian,
This is Connor McNeely with the Greensboro News & Record. I’m forwarding you this email just in
case Trey hasn’t notified you about this information. I’m currently writing a news story and need
your comment to the following questions:
1. Why has the city of Greensboro issued business permits to the massage businesses listed
below that do not possess a state license?
2. Did the city of Greensboro contact the state board of massage and bodywork therapy and
inquire as to the status of their state license before issuing a city permit?
3. Why is the city of Greensboro issuing requests for city business permits to legitimate
massage businesses that already possess state licenses?
Please get back to me with your responses as soon as possible.
Thanks for your time,
Connor
From: Connor McNeely
Sent: Monday, September 11, 2023 9:43 AM
To: 'Davis, N.' <Nathaniel.Davis@greensboro-nc.gov>
Cc: 'taiwo@greensboro-nc.gov' <taiwo@greensboro-nc.gov>
Subject: Request for comment (Greensboro News & Record)
Hey Trey,
Just following up from last week about information provided by Ben Holder. I have a couple of
questions that are more about the city’s administrative role in this situation that are below this
context of which I am sure you are now aware.
Three Greensboro massage businesses are operating without a state license: May Spa on
Battleground Ave, Reflexology and Tea Health Center on W Wendover Ave, and Head2Feet Massage
on New Garden Rd.
I confirmed this much with Charles Wilkins, the legal counsel for the NC Board of Massage &
Bodywork Therapy, who also advised that the city “enact an ordinance requiring all businesses who
offer massage and bodywork therapy services to obtain a license from the NCBMBT and maybe
authorize law enforcement to shut down businesses that do not have a current license from the
NCBMBT.”
However, I’m pretty sure that Greensboro has already enacted part of his suggestion. Greensboro’s
ordinances appear to state in Ch. 14.5 (Prohibitions) that “A person/permittee shall not: Lease, rent,
or otherwise knowingly allow the use of any premises by any person for the purpose of carrying
on the profession or business of massage and bodywork therapy unless such lessee, renter, or
user is in possession of a current state massage and bodywork therapy license issued pursuant to
Article 36 of Chapter 90 of the North Carolina General Statutes.”
And yet one of these businesses – Head2Feet Massage on New Garden – was given a city business
license in Greensboro on August 10th, more than a month after their state license had been revoked,
according to a control sheet. Here are my questions:
1. Why did the city not check with the NC Board of Massage & Bodywork Therapy to verify the
status of this businesses’ state license?
2. Did the city receive notification from the state board about the revocation?
3. The other two businesses I listed also have city permits, but no state licenses. Why did the
city issue these permits without checking to see if they had state licenses?
4. Is the city devoting any law enforcement resources to investigate and close down these
businesses?
Please let me know if there’s another person I should speak to within the city, or if you would like to
have a conversation on the phone. Thanks very much for your time,
Connor
From: Connor McNeely
To: Lanier, Dorian
Cc: Davis, Larry; Davis, N.; Druga, Marlene; Childress ,Teresa; Baker, Tony
Subject: RE: Request for comment (Greensboro News & Record)
Date: Wednesday, September 13, 2023 3:37:37 PM
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Dorian,
Thanks very much for your prompt reply yesterday.
I have some additional questions based on your responses. See below. These will help me continue
to understand this issue as best I can, because at this point I have received conflicting information.
1. Head 2 Feet Massage: Is there a document detailing your practice to issue Business Permits
without reconfirming the status of state licensure? From the information I have collected,
there appears to be a sale of the business in question that occurred after the applicant’s
LMBT license was revoked. Whose responsibility was it to notify the city of a revocation of
license? Did the city receive notification from the state board of the applicant’s revocation in
the two month span?
2. You have stated repeatedly that the city ordinances do not require the business to possess a
state license. However, this appears to directly contradict information given to me by the
state board’s legal counsel:
“No city or town in NC should give a business license to an entity that provides massage and
bodywork therapy services unless the business or entity holds a current establishment license from
the NC Board of Massage and Bodywork Therapy for the location where the services are to be
provided. There are a few limited exceptions for a “sole practitioner” and medical settings.” (Charles
Wilkins)
Do you mean that Head 2 Feet Massage and May Spa were granted the exceptions mentioned
above? My conversations with legitimate professionals and the board have given a clear impression
that an establishment license is necessary for an entity that provides massage and bodywork therapy
services. In fact, this is what Mr. Wilkins statement appears to reference. Yet the city chooses to
grant official business permits with a requirement of an individual license and not an
establishment/business license, seemingly against the clear recommendation of the state board and
working knowledge/experience of reputable professionals.
3. How often does the city perform site visits to massage businesses? Who is the compliance
officer(s) responsible for these visits? If the city does find a business that isn’t licensed, what
action is performed?
4. You mentioned that the city ordinances, at the time, do not include Reiki and Reflexology as
“massage”. What do they currently classify these activities as, and when did this change
occur? If they are now classified as “massage”, why did the city not issue a citation or
disciplinary action against the business, or close it down?
Finally, I would like to see if you have an application for a city business permit, or a city business
permit for this address: 2109 New Garden Rd.
Thanks very much for your time and your response in advance,
Connor
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Connor,
In response to your email, please see answers below.
1. Why has the city of Greensboro issued business permits to the massage businesses listed
below that do not possess a state license?
Head 2 Feet Massage - At time of application, 6/15/22, the City did verify that the massage
therapist(s) listed on the application were licensed. The NC Board of Massage & Bodywork
revoked their license on 6/16/22. The Business Permit was issued on 8/10/22, once the
approved background check was received from Greensboro Police Department. Since the
NC Board License had already been verified at time of application, the practice is to issue the
Business Permit w/o reconfirming the status of the massage therapist(s) with the NC Board
of Massage & Bodywork.
Pursuant to Ordinance 14.5, the individual therapists are required to have a valid license
with the NC Board of Massage & Bodywork. May Spa’s Business Permit was renewed
7/3/23. At that time, the three therapists listed on the application all held valid licenses with
the NC Board of Massage & Bodywork. The third business, Reflexology and Tea Health
Center does not have a Business Permit with the City. The City performed a site visit on
8/23/18. At that time the location was only performing Reiki and Reflexology. The
Ordinance, at that time, did not include either of these activities as massage and no Permit
was required.
The City Code of Ordinances requires each individual, not the business, performing massage
to have a state license issued by the NC Board of Massage and Bodywork Therapy. This is
verified twice a year when a new list of those performing massage is requested of the
business.
2. Did the city of Greensboro contact the state board of massage and bodywork therapy and
inquire as to the status of their state license before issuing a city permit?
In addition to requiring all applicant(s) to submit copies of their license(s) from the NC Board
of Massage and Bodywork, the permit office confirms the validity of the license at time of
application by going to the NC Board of Massage and Bodywork website to view the license
online.
3. Why is the city of Greensboro issuing requests for city business permits to legitimate
massage businesses that already possess state licenses?
From the City’s website at Business Permit | Greensboro, NC (greensboro-nc.gov)
Why does the City require certain businesses to have a business permit?
Authorized by the NC General Assembly and the Greensboro City Council, this
requirement helps City officials achieve several important objectives:
To promote public health, safety, and welfare, and to continue to monitor
business activity.
To provide reliable information as to who is conducting or planning to conduct
what kind of business at what location within Greensboro corporate limits.
Equipped with this information, City officials are able to take steps to ensure that
businesses locate and operate in areas that are properly zoned for the particular
type of business conducted.
To ensure businesses whose activities place special and concentrated
demands on infrastructure and basic City services share more equitably in the
cost of maintaining that infrastructure and those basic services.
From Code of Ordinances, Chapter 14-5
Sec. 14.5-1. - Declaration of purpose.
The City of Greensboro recognizes that the improper practice of massage and bodywork therapy
is potentially harmful to the public. To protect public health, safety, welfare and morals the
provisions and regulations of this chapter are ordained for the privilege of carrying on the
businesses, trades, or professions wherein massage or other physical manipulation of the human
body is carried on or practiced.
(Ord. No. 13-141, § 1, 11-12-13)
Please let me know if you need additional information and/or have any other questions.
Thank you
Dorian Lanier, Assistant Collections Manager
City of Greensboro
336-373-2353; 336-373-4849 Fax
PO Box 3136, Greensboro, NC 27402-3136
www.greensboro-nc.gov
From: Connor McNeely <connor.mcneely@greensboro.com>
Sent: Tuesday, September 12, 2023 3:42 PM
To: Lanier, Dorian <Dorian.Lanier@greensboro-nc.gov>
Subject: FW: Request for comment (Greensboro News & Record)
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Dorian,
This is Connor McNeely with the Greensboro News & Record. I’m forwarding you this email just in
case Trey hasn’t notified you about this information. I’m currently writing a news story and need
your comment to the following questions:
1. Why has the city of Greensboro issued business permits to the massage businesses listed
below that do not possess a state license?
2. Did the city of Greensboro contact the state board of massage and bodywork therapy and
inquire as to the status of their state license before issuing a city permit?
3. Why is the city of Greensboro issuing requests for city business permits to legitimate
massage businesses that already possess state licenses?
Please get back to me with your responses as soon as possible.
Thanks for your time,
Connor
From: Connor McNeely
Sent: Monday, September 11, 2023 9:43 AM
To: 'Davis, N.' <Nathaniel.Davis@greensboro-nc.gov>
Cc: 'taiwo@greensboro-nc.gov' <taiwo@greensboro-nc.gov>
Subject: Request for comment (Greensboro News & Record)
Hey Trey,
Just following up from last week about information provided by Ben Holder. I have a couple of
questions that are more about the city’s administrative role in this situation that are below this
context of which I am sure you are now aware.
Three Greensboro massage businesses are operating without a state license: May Spa on
Battleground Ave, Reflexology and Tea Health Center on W Wendover Ave, and Head2Feet Massage
on New Garden Rd.
I confirmed this much with Charles Wilkins, the legal counsel for the NC Board of Massage &
Bodywork Therapy, who also advised that the city “enact an ordinance requiring all businesses who
offer massage and bodywork therapy services to obtain a license from the NCBMBT and maybe
authorize law enforcement to shut down businesses that do not have a current license from the
NCBMBT.”
However, I’m pretty sure that Greensboro has already enacted part of his suggestion. Greensboro’s
ordinances appear to state in Ch. 14.5 (Prohibitions) that “A person/permittee shall not: Lease, rent,
or otherwise knowingly allow the use of any premises by any person for the purpose of carrying
on the profession or business of massage and bodywork therapy unless such lessee, renter, or
user is in possession of a current state massage and bodywork therapy license issued pursuant to
Article 36 of Chapter 90 of the North Carolina General Statutes.”
And yet one of these businesses – Head2Feet Massage on New Garden – was given a city business
license in Greensboro on August 10th, more than a month after their state license had been revoked,
according to a control sheet. Here are my questions:
1. Why did the city not check with the NC Board of Massage & Bodywork Therapy to verify the
status of this businesses’ state license?
2. Did the city receive notification from the state board about the revocation?
3. The other two businesses I listed also have city permits, but no state licenses. Why did the
city issue these permits without checking to see if they had state licenses?
4. Is the city devoting any law enforcement resources to investigate and close down these
businesses?
Please let me know if there’s another person I should speak to within the city, or if you would like to
have a conversation on the phone. Thanks very much for your time,
Connor
From: Davis, N.
To: Connor McNeely
Cc: Jaiyeoba, Taiwo
Subject: Re: Request for comment (Greensboro News & Record)
Date: Monday, September 11, 2023 10:03:04 AM
Thanks Conner.
I will gather the information you’ve requested and touch base with you or have another team
member reach out to you with the information.
Nathaniel Davis, Assistant City Manager, Community Safety and Vitality
Office of the City Manager
City of Greensboro
Main: (336) 373-2002
PO Box 3136
Greensboro, NC 27402-3136
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From: Connor McNeely <connor.mcneely@greensboro.com>
Date: Monday, September 11, 2023 at 9:43 AM
To: Davis, N. <Nathaniel.Davis@greensboro-nc.gov>
Cc: Jaiyeoba, Taiwo <Taiwo@greensboro-nc.gov>
Subject: Request for comment (Greensboro News & Record)
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Hey Trey,
Just following up from last week about information provided by Ben Holder. I have a couple of
questions that are more about the city’s administrative role in this situation that are below this
context of which I am sure you are now aware.
Three Greensboro massage businesses are operating without a state license: May Spa on
Battleground Ave, Reflexology and Tea Health Center on W Wendover Ave, and Head2Feet Massage
on New Garden Rd.
I confirmed this much with Charles Wilkins, the legal counsel for the NC Board of Massage &
Bodywork Therapy, who also advised that the city “enact an ordinance requiring all businesses who
offer massage and bodywork therapy services to obtain a license from the NCBMBT and maybe
authorize law enforcement to shut down businesses that do not have a current license from the
NCBMBT.”
However, I’m pretty sure that Greensboro has already enacted part of his suggestion. Greensboro’s
ordinances appear to state in Ch. 14.5 (Prohibitions) that “A person/permittee shall not: Lease, rent,
or otherwise knowingly allow the use of any premises by any person for the purpose of carrying
on the profession or business of massage and bodywork therapy unless such lessee, renter, or
user is in possession of a current state massage and bodywork therapy license issued pursuant to
Article 36 of Chapter 90 of the North Carolina General Statutes.”
And yet one of these businesses – Head2Feet Massage on New Garden – was given a city business
license in Greensboro on August 10th, more than a month after their state license had been revoked,
according to a control sheet. Here are my questions:
1. Why did the city not check with the NC Board of Massage & Bodywork Therapy to verify the
status of this businesses’ state license?
2. Did the city receive notification from the state board about the revocation?
3. The other two businesses I listed also have city permits, but no state licenses. Why did the city
issue these permits without checking to see if they had state licenses?
4. Is the city devoting any law enforcement resources to investigate and close down these
businesses?
Please let me know if there’s another person I should speak to within the city, or if you would like to
have a conversation on the phone. Thanks very much for your time,
Connor
From: Connor McNeely
To: Davis, N.
Subject: RE: Request for comment (Illicit massage businesses)
Date: Thursday, September 7, 2023 9:55:28 AM
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Sounds good! Thank you
From: Davis, N. [mailto:Nathaniel.Davis@greensboro-nc.gov]
Sent: Thursday, September 7, 2023 9:41 AM
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Subject: Re: Request for comment (Illicit massage businesses)
Hey conner give me just a few and I will call you. Thanks! Nathaniel Davis, Assistant City Manager, Community Safety and Vitality Office of the City Manager City of Greensboro Main: (336) 373-2002 PO Box 3136 Greensboro, NC 27402-3136 www. greensboro-nc. gov
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City of Greensboro
Main: (336) 373-2002
PO Box 3136
Greensboro, NC 27402-3136
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Date: Thursday, September 7, 2023 at 9:35 AM
To: Davis, N. <Nathaniel.Davis@greensboro-nc.gov>
Subject: RE: Request for comment (Illicit massage businesses)
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Doing great! Hope you are as well
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Sent: Thursday, September 7, 2023 9:32 AM
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Subject: Re: Request for comment (Illicit massage businesses)
Hey Conner, I hope you are doing ok. Do you have a number that I could give you a call at. Also, I get you connect to someone with GPD. Thanks Nathaniel Davis, Assistant City Manager, Community Safety and Vitality Office of the City Manager
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Do you have a number that I could give you a call at.
Also, I get you connect to someone with GPD.
Thanks
Nathaniel Davis, Assistant City Manager, Community Safety and Vitality
Office of the City Manager
City of Greensboro
Main: (336) 373-2002
PO Box 3136
Greensboro, NC 27402-3136
www.greensboro-nc.gov
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From: Connor McNeely <connor.mcneely@greensboro.com>
Date: Thursday, September 7, 2023 at 9:15 AM
To: Davis, N. <Nathaniel.Davis@greensboro-nc.gov>
Subject: Request for comment (Illicit massage businesses)
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Hey Trey,
This is Connor McNeely from the Greensboro News & Record. I’m just checking in with you to get
your perspective on the information that Ben Holder has been reporting recently to city officials. Are
the police planning to take a look at these different locations? Or is work already being done on
these businesses?
I would love to get in touch with someone from the police department who can give me a more
accurate view on what is happening with these locations that Ben has pointed out. I know that you
are already well familiar with him – I’d appreciate it if I could get you or someone else’s take because
right now he is the only person giving me information.
Thanks very much for your time,
Connor
From: Davis, N.
To: Connor McNeely
Subject: Re: Request for comment (Illicit massage businesses)
Date: Thursday, September 7, 2023 10:47:13 AM
Sounds good
Nathaniel Davis, Assistant City Manager, Community Safety and Vitality
Office of the City Manager
City of Greensboro
Main: (336) 373-2002
PO Box 3136
Greensboro, NC 27402-3136
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Date: Thursday, September 7, 2023 at 10:38 AM
To: Davis, N. <Nathaniel.Davis@greensboro-nc.gov>
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Hey Trey,
I’ve got an assignment to cover Natty Greene’s expansion at 11:00.
Can I give you a call this afternoon? How does 1:30 sound?
Thanks for your time
Connor
From: Davis, N. [mailto:Nathaniel.Davis@greensboro-nc.gov]
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Hey conner give me just a few and I will call you. Thanks! Nathaniel Davis, Assistant City Manager, Community Safety and Vitality Office of the City Manager City of Greensboro Main: (336) 373-2002 PO Box 3136 Greensboro, NC 27402-3136 www. greensboro-nc. gov
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PO Box 3136
Greensboro, NC 27402-3136
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Date: Thursday, September 7, 2023 at 9:35 AM
To: Davis, N. <Nathaniel.Davis@greensboro-nc.gov>
Subject: RE: Request for comment (Illicit massage businesses)
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Doing great! Hope you are as well
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Sent: Thursday, September 7, 2023 9:32 AM
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Subject: Re: Request for comment (Illicit massage businesses)
Hey Conner, I hope you are doing ok. Do you have a number that I could give you a call at. Also, I get you connect to someone with GPD. Thanks Nathaniel Davis, Assistant City Manager, Community Safety and Vitality Office of the City Manager
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Thanks
Nathaniel Davis, Assistant City Manager, Community Safety and Vitality
Office of the City Manager
City of Greensboro
Main: (336) 373-2002
PO Box 3136
Greensboro, NC 27402-3136
www.greensboro-nc.gov
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From: Connor McNeely <connor.mcneely@greensboro.com>
Date: Thursday, September 7, 2023 at 9:15 AM
To: Davis, N. <Nathaniel.Davis@greensboro-nc.gov>
Subject: Request for comment (Illicit massage businesses)
WARNING: External Email – Don’t get hooked by a phishing email. Never click on links or
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Hey Trey,
This is Connor McNeely from the Greensboro News & Record. I’m just checking in with you to get
your perspective on the information that Ben Holder has been reporting recently to city officials. Are
the police planning to take a look at these different locations? Or is work already being done on
these businesses?
I would love to get in touch with someone from the police department who can give me a more
accurate view on what is happening with these locations that Ben has pointed out. I know that you
are already well familiar with him – I’d appreciate it if I could get you or someone else’s take because
right now he is the only person giving me information.
Thanks very much for your time,
Connor
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Subject: RE: Request for comment (Illicit massage businesses)
Date: Thursday, September 7, 2023 9:35:42 AM
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Thanks
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City of Greensboro
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Date: Thursday, September 7, 2023 at 9:15 AM
To: Davis, N. <Nathaniel.Davis@greensboro-nc.gov>
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Hey Trey,
This is Connor McNeely from the Greensboro News & Record. I’m just checking in with you to get
your perspective on the information that Ben Holder has been reporting recently to city officials. Are
the police planning to take a look at these different locations? Or is work already being done on
these businesses?
I would love to get in touch with someone from the police department who can give me a more
accurate view on what is happening with these locations that Ben has pointed out. I know that you
are already well familiar with him – I’d appreciate it if I could get you or someone else’s take because
right now he is the only person giving me information.
Thanks very much for your time,
Connor
From: Davis, N.
To: Connor McNeely
Subject: Re: Request for comment (Illicit massage businesses)
Date: Thursday, September 7, 2023 9:40:42 AM
Hey conner give me just a few and I will call you.
Thanks!
Nathaniel Davis, Assistant City Manager, Community Safety and Vitality
Office of the City Manager
City of Greensboro
Main: (336) 373-2002
PO Box 3136
Greensboro, NC 27402-3136
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Date: Thursday, September 7, 2023 at 9:35 AM
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Thanks
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Office of the City Manager
City of Greensboro
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PO Box 3136
Greensboro, NC 27402-3136
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Date: Thursday, September 7, 2023 at 9:15 AM
To: Davis, N. <Nathaniel.Davis@greensboro-nc.gov>
Subject: Request for comment (Illicit massage businesses)
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Hey Trey,
This is Connor McNeely from the Greensboro News & Record. I’m just checking in with you to get
your perspective on the information that Ben Holder has been reporting recently to city officials. Are
the police planning to take a look at these different locations? Or is work already being done on
these businesses?
I would love to get in touch with someone from the police department who can give me a more
accurate view on what is happening with these locations that Ben has pointed out. I know that you
are already well familiar with him – I’d appreciate it if I could get you or someone else’s take because
right now he is the only person giving me information.
Thanks very much for your time,
Connor
From: Connor McNeely
To: Davis, N.
Subject: RE: Request for comment (Illicit massage businesses)
Date: Thursday, September 7, 2023 10:38:17 AM
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Hey Trey,
I’ve got an assignment to cover Natty Greene’s expansion at 11:00.
Can I give you a call this afternoon? How does 1:30 sound?
Thanks for your time
Connor
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Sent: Thursday, September 7, 2023 9:41 AM
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Subject: Re: Request for comment (Illicit massage businesses)
Hey conner give me just a few and I will call you. Thanks! Nathaniel Davis, Assistant City Manager, Community Safety and Vitality Office of the City Manager City of Greensboro Main: (336) 373-2002 PO Box 3136 Greensboro, NC 27402-3136 www. greensboro-nc. gov
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Thanks
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Office of the City Manager
City of Greensboro
Main: (336) 373-2002
PO Box 3136
Greensboro, NC 27402-3136
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From: Connor McNeely <connor.mcneely@greensboro.com>
Date: Thursday, September 7, 2023 at 9:15 AM
To: Davis, N. <Nathaniel.Davis@greensboro-nc.gov>
Subject: Request for comment (Illicit massage businesses)
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Hey Trey,
This is Connor McNeely from the Greensboro News & Record. I’m just checking in with you to get
your perspective on the information that Ben Holder has been reporting recently to city officials. Are
the police planning to take a look at these different locations? Or is work already being done on
these businesses?
I would love to get in touch with someone from the police department who can give me a more
accurate view on what is happening with these locations that Ben has pointed out. I know that you
are already well familiar with him – I’d appreciate it if I could get you or someone else’s take because
right now he is the only person giving me information.
Thanks very much for your time,
Connor
From: Davis, N.
To: Connor McNeely
Subject: Re: Request for comment (Illicit massage businesses)
Date: Thursday, September 7, 2023 9:32:05 AM
Hey Conner, I hope you are doing ok.
Do you have a number that I could give you a call at.
Also, I get you connect to someone with GPD.
Thanks
Nathaniel Davis, Assistant City Manager, Community Safety and Vitality
Office of the City Manager
City of Greensboro
Main: (336) 373-2002
PO Box 3136
Greensboro, NC 27402-3136
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From: Connor McNeely <connor.mcneely@greensboro.com>
Date: Thursday, September 7, 2023 at 9:15 AM
To: Davis, N. <Nathaniel.Davis@greensboro-nc.gov>
Subject: Request for comment (Illicit massage businesses)
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Hey Trey,
This is Connor McNeely from the Greensboro News & Record. I’m just checking in with you to get
your perspective on the information that Ben Holder has been reporting recently to city officials. Are
the police planning to take a look at these different locations? Or is work already being done on
these businesses?
I would love to get in touch with someone from the police department who can give me a more
accurate view on what is happening with these locations that Ben has pointed out. I know that you
are already well familiar with him – I’d appreciate it if I could get you or someone else’s take because
right now he is the only person giving me information.
Thanks very much for your time,
Connor
From: Connor McNeely
To: Keys, Jake
Subject: RE: Request for comment (News & Record)
Date: Tuesday, October 10, 2023 11:15:10 AM
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Hey Jake,
Thanks for that prompt reply.
Best wishes,
Connor
From: Keys, Jake [mailto:Jake.Keys@greensboro-nc.gov]
Sent: Monday, October 9, 2023 12:25 PM
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Subject: RE: Request for comment (News & Record)
Hey Connor, See the attachment for Head 2 Feet Massage. The Business Permit lists two people, Sen Gao (President) and Lin Chu Jiang (Secretary). Neither of these individuals are required to have licenses with NCBMBT. On page 3, you’ll see two
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Hey Connor,
See the attachment for Head 2 Feet Massage.
The Business Permit lists two people, Sen Gao (President) and Lin Chu Jiang (Secretary). Neither of
these individuals are required to have licenses with NCBMBT. On page 3, you’ll see two other names
that were provided and the following documents are the NCBMBT verification for Linfen Wu and
Donald Osborne. It shows both licenses are good through 12/31/2024. So according to these
documents both do indeed have individual licenses with the NCBMBT.
Jake Keys, (he/him/his)
Communications Manager
Communications and Marketing Department
City of Greensboro
Phone: 336-373-2105
Cell: 336-430-7525
PO Box 3136, Greensboro, NC 27402-3136
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From: Connor McNeely <connor.mcneely@greensboro.com>
Sent: Monday, October 9, 2023 10:36 AM
To: Keys, Jake <Jake.Keys@greensboro-nc.gov>
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Hey Jake,
I’ve been redirected to you and told that you would handle my requests to speak with city staff.
Today, I have a request for a response from either the city manager’s office or Dorian Lanier, in the
collections division. Here is my question:
According to the city’s current business permit with Head 2 Feet Massage, this business listed two
employees that do not have individual licenses with the NCBMBT, the state regulatory agency for the
massage industry, and yet the business still received a permit. From what I have read, this goes
against the city’s ordinance, which states that “Person(s) and permittees can only employ,
contract with, or hire a person to practice massage and bodywork therapy if this person(s)
has an individual LMBT license.”
Is the city aware of this error? Why did this happen?
Thanks very much for your time,
Connor
From: Keys, Jake
To: Connor McNeely
Cc: Davis, N.
Subject: RE: Request for comment (News & Record)
Date: Monday, October 9, 2023 12:24:00 PM
Attachments: download (1).pdf
Hey Connor,
See the attachment for Head 2 Feet Massage.
The Business Permit lists two people, Sen Gao (President) and Lin Chu Jiang (Secretary). Neither of
these individuals are required to have licenses with NCBMBT. On page 3, you’ll see two other names
that were provided and the following documents are the NCBMBT verification for Linfen Wu and
Donald Osborne. It shows both licenses are good through 12/31/2024. So according to these
documents both do indeed have individual licenses with the NCBMBT.
Jake Keys, (he/him/his)
Communications Manager
Communications and Marketing Department
City of Greensboro
Phone: 336-373-2105
Cell: 336-430-7525
PO Box 3136, Greensboro, NC 27402-3136
www.greensboro-nc.gov
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From: Connor McNeely <connor.mcneely@greensboro.com>
Sent: Monday, October 9, 2023 10:36 AM
To: Keys, Jake <Jake.Keys@greensboro-nc.gov>
Subject: Request for comment (News & Record)
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Hey Jake,
I’ve been redirected to you and told that you would handle my requests to speak with city staff.
Today, I have a request for a response from either the city manager’s office or Dorian Lanier, in the
collections division. Here is my question:
According to the city’s current business permit with Head 2 Feet Massage, this business listed two
employees that do not have individual licenses with the NCBMBT, the state regulatory agency for the
massage industry, and yet the business still received a permit. From what I have read, this goes
against the city’s ordinance, which states that “Person(s) and permittees can only employ,
contract with, or hire a person to practice massage and bodywork therapy if this person(s)
has an individual LMBT license.”
Is the city aware of this error? Why did this happen?
Thanks very much for your time,
Connor
From: Keys, Jake
To: Connor McNeely
Subject: RE: Request for comment (News & Record)
Date: Monday, October 9, 2023 11:37:00 AM
Let me see what I can find out for you, Connor.
Jake Keys, (he/him/his)
Communications Manager
Communications and Marketing Department
City of Greensboro
Phone: 336-373-2105
Cell: 336-430-7525
PO Box 3136, Greensboro, NC 27402-3136
www.greensboro-nc.gov
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From: Connor McNeely <connor.mcneely@greensboro.com>
Sent: Monday, October 9, 2023 10:36 AM
To: Keys, Jake <Jake.Keys@greensboro-nc.gov>
Subject: Request for comment (News & Record)
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Hey Jake,
I’ve been redirected to you and told that you would handle my requests to speak with city staff.
Today, I have a request for a response from either the city manager’s office or Dorian Lanier, in the
collections division. Here is my question:
According to the city’s current business permit with Head 2 Feet Massage, this business listed two
employees that do not have individual licenses with the NCBMBT, the state regulatory agency for the
massage industry, and yet the business still received a permit. From what I have read, this goes
against the city’s ordinance, which states that “Person(s) and permittees can only employ,
contract with, or hire a person to practice massage and bodywork therapy if this person(s)
has an individual LMBT license.”
Is the city aware of this error? Why did this happen?
Thanks very much for your time,
Connor
From: Connor McNeely
To: Keys, Jake; Cambareri, Josie
Cc: Davis, N.; Jaiyeoba, Taiwo
Subject: RE: Request for comment
Date: Monday, October 30, 2023 9:24:19 AM
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Hey Josie,
Not sure if you saw this or got the chance to respond, so I just wanted to let you know once again.
Thanks for your time
Connor
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Sent: Wednesday, October 25, 2023 3:18 PM
To: 'Keys, Jake' <Jake.Keys@greensboro-nc.gov>; 'Cambareri, Josie' <Josie.Cambareri@greensboro-
nc.gov>
Cc: 'Davis, N.' <Nathaniel.Davis@greensboro-nc.gov>; 'taiwo@greensboro-nc.gov'
<taiwo@greensboro-nc.gov>
Subject: Request for comment
Hey Josie,
Information from an arrest warrant in the Greensboro Police Department’s undercover investigation
of Amazing Spa (620 Guilford College Rd) on Sep. 20 states that the defendant willfully performed a
sexual act on a GPD detective in order to issue a misdemeanor charge of prostitution and other
felony charges of promoting prostitution.
I have a set of questions about this event and standard conduct for the Greensboro Police
Department that are at the end of this email. I am giving the GPD a chance to respond and justify
this conduct before taxpayers.
1. Does the Greensboro Police Department teach that it is acceptable for undercover police
officers in sting operations to commit sexual acts with suspects?
2. According to N.C.P.I.—CRIM. 202.80, the third requirement for criminal conspiracy states
that the State must prove that the defendant intended to carry out an agreement at the
time it was made beyond a reasonable doubt. What is the Greensboro Police Department’s
justification for allowing the defendant to perform a sexual act rather than stopping at an
attempt?
3. I have the general counsel of the state licensing board for the massage industry quoted as
saying that Greensboro Police should enter massage businesses in the city that do not
possess a state establishment license and charge them with a criminal misdemeanor for not
adhering to state law. There are more than several unlicensed businesses in the city, one of
which possesses a general business permit. Why are law enforcements not enforcing this
state law?
4. Numerous legal experts and advocates against human trafficking have unanimously
condemned this act by the GPD as unnecessary and unethical, given that possibility that the
defendant performing the sexual act on law enforcement could be a victim of human
trafficking for sex labor, which the investigation is attempting to stop. How does the GPD
respond to these claims?
Once again, this is an opportunity for the GPD to explain its methodology to the public. Thanks very
much
Connor McNeely
GA Reporter, News & Record
(704) 617-7771
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To: Cambareri, Josie
Subject: RE: Request for comment
Date: Monday, October 2, 2023 11:28:49 AM
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Okay, awesome. Are the arrest records still sealed?
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Sent: Monday, October 2, 2023 11:10 AM
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Hi Connor, We are all working together on this larger investigation. It’s accurate to say they are both part of the same larger multi-agency efforts. From: Connor McNeely <connor. mcneely@ greensboro. com> Sent: Monday, October 2, 2023 9: 43
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We are all working together on this larger investigation. It’s accurate to say they are both part of the same larger multi-agency efforts.
From: Connor McNeely <connor.mcneely@greensboro.com>
Sent: Monday, October 2, 2023 9:43 AM
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Hey Josie,
Can the police department say whether or not these arrests were related to the illicit massage business on Guilford College Rd and the two arrests that I asked about last week? News story below.
Thanks,
Connor
https://protect.checkpoint.com/v2/___https://myfox8.com/news/north-carolina/winston-salem/suspects-charged-for-running-multiple-illegal-massage-parlors-across-several-north-carolina-
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From: Cambareri, Josie
To: Connor McNeely
Subject: RE: Request for comment
Date: Monday, October 2, 2023 11:09:00 AM
Hi Connor,
We are all working together on this larger investigation. It’s accurate to say they are both part of the same larger multi-agency efforts.
From: Connor McNeely <connor.mcneely@greensboro.com>
Sent: Monday, October 2, 2023 9:43 AM
To: Cambareri, Josie <Josie.Cambareri@greensboro-nc.gov>
Subject: Request for comment
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Hey Josie,
Can the police department say whether or not these arrests were related to the illicit massage business on Guilford College Rd and the two arrests that I asked about last week? News story below.
Thanks,
Connor
https://protect.checkpoint.com/v2/___https://myfox8.com/news/north-carolina/winston-salem/suspects-charged-for-running-multiple-illegal-massage-parlors-across-several-north-carolina-
cities/___.YzJ1OmdyZWVuc2Jvcm9uYzpjOm86NzI3ZjgyY2EwZTNlNzAzMDc0NDY2YjcxOWVjMzliYmE6Njo4MmNlOmZhZmRiOTQ2NWQ2NDViMzczMWI0MzgyOWUyZDRlZTRlNWFiODUzNzk3ZDAwYWY1MjBlNjI1NmRlYzMwZWFlOTc6dDpU
From: Cambareri, Josie
To: Connor McNeely
Subject: RE: Request for comment
Date: Monday, October 2, 2023 11:29:00 AM
Yes because it’s an HSI investigation.
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Okay, awesome. Are the arrest records still sealed?
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Sent: Monday, October 2, 2023 11:10 AM
To: Connor McNeely <connor.mcneely@greensboro.com>
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From: Connor McNeely <connor.mcneely@greensboro.com>
Sent: Monday, October 2, 2023 9:43 AM
To: Cambareri, Josie <Josie.Cambareri@greensboro-nc.gov>
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Hey Josie,
Can the police department say whether or not these arrests were related to the illicit massage business on Guilford College Rd and the two arrests that I asked about last week? News story below.
Thanks,
Connor
https://protect.checkpoint.com/v2/___https://myfox8.com/news/north-carolina/winston-salem/suspects-charged-for-running-multiple-illegal-massage-parlors-across-several-north-carolina-
cities/___.YzJ1OmdyZWVuc2Jvcm9uYzpjOm86NzI3ZjgyY2EwZTNlNzAzMDc0NDY2YjcxOWVjMzliYmE6Njo4MmNlOmZhZmRiOTQ2NWQ2NDViMzczMWI0MzgyOWUyZDRlZTRlNWFiODUzNzk3ZDAwYWY1MjBlNjI1NmRlYzMwZWFlOTc6dDpU
From: Cambareri, Josie
To: Connor McNeely
Subject: RE: Urgent request for comment
Date: Wednesday, September 20, 2023 3:15:00 PM
Hey Connor-
GPD’s comment would be this-
The Greensboro Police Department appreciates all information provided by residents in relation to
criminal investigations and we are committed to addressing these issues. We encourage anyone who
wishes to provide such concerns to contact us or share information anonymously through Crime
Stoppers.
From: Connor McNeely <connor.mcneely@greensboro.com>
Sent: Wednesday, September 20, 2023 1:29 PM
To: Cambareri, Josie <Josie.Cambareri@greensboro-nc.gov>
Subject: Urgent request for comment
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Hi Josie,
I have an urgent request for comment related to the activity of illicit massage businesses. I
understand that you have switched roles – if you could redirect this request to the current Public
Information Officer I would appreciate it. I need a comment from Chief Thompson.
Thanks,
Connor
From: Connor McNeely
To: Davis, N.
Cc: Jaiyeoba, Taiwo
Subject: Request for comment (Greensboro News & Record)
Date: Monday, September 11, 2023 9:43:08 AM
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Hey Trey,
Just following up from last week about information provided by Ben Holder. I have a couple of
questions that are more about the city’s administrative role in this situation that are below this
context of which I am sure you are now aware.
Three Greensboro massage businesses are operating without a state license: May Spa on
Battleground Ave, Reflexology and Tea Health Center on W Wendover Ave, and Head2Feet Massage
on New Garden Rd.
I confirmed this much with Charles Wilkins, the legal counsel for the NC Board of Massage &
Bodywork Therapy, who also advised that the city “enact an ordinance requiring all businesses who
offer massage and bodywork therapy services to obtain a license from the NCBMBT and maybe
authorize law enforcement to shut down businesses that do not have a current license from the
NCBMBT.”
However, I’m pretty sure that Greensboro has already enacted part of his suggestion. Greensboro’s
ordinances appear to state in Ch. 14.5 (Prohibitions) that “A person/permittee shall not: Lease, rent,
or otherwise knowingly allow the use of any premises by any person for the purpose of carrying
on the profession or business of massage and bodywork therapy unless such lessee, renter, or
user is in possession of a current state massage and bodywork therapy license issued pursuant to
Article 36 of Chapter 90 of the North Carolina General Statutes.”
And yet one of these businesses – Head2Feet Massage on New Garden – was given a city business
license in Greensboro on August 10th, more than a month after their state license had been revoked,
according to a control sheet. Here are my questions:
1. Why did the city not check with the NC Board of Massage & Bodywork Therapy to verify the
status of this businesses’ state license?
2. Did the city receive notification from the state board about the revocation?
3. The other two businesses I listed also have city permits, but no state licenses. Why did the
city issue these permits without checking to see if they had state licenses?
4. Is the city devoting any law enforcement resources to investigate and close down these
businesses?
Please let me know if there’s another person I should speak to within the city, or if you would like to
have a conversation on the phone. Thanks very much for your time,
Connor
From: Connor McNeely
To: Davis, N.
Subject: Request for comment (Illicit massage businesses)
Date: Thursday, September 7, 2023 9:15:47 AM
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Hey Trey,
This is Connor McNeely from the Greensboro News & Record. I’m just checking in with you to get
your perspective on the information that Ben Holder has been reporting recently to city officials. Are
the police planning to take a look at these different locations? Or is work already being done on
these businesses?
I would love to get in touch with someone from the police department who can give me a more
accurate view on what is happening with these locations that Ben has pointed out. I know that you
are already well familiar with him – I’d appreciate it if I could get you or someone else’s take because
right now he is the only person giving me information.
Thanks very much for your time,
Connor
From: Connor McNeely
To: Keys, Jake
Subject: Request for comment (News & Record)
Date: Monday, October 9, 2023 10:36:45 AM
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Hey Jake,
I’ve been redirected to you and told that you would handle my requests to speak with city staff.
Today, I have a request for a response from either the city manager’s office or Dorian Lanier, in the
collections division. Here is my question:
According to the city’s current business permit with Head 2 Feet Massage, this business listed two
employees that do not have individual licenses with the NCBMBT, the state regulatory agency for the
massage industry, and yet the business still received a permit. From what I have read, this goes
against the city’s ordinance, which states that “Person(s) and permittees can only employ,
contract with, or hire a person to practice massage and bodywork therapy if this person(s)
has an individual LMBT license.”
Is the city aware of this error? Why did this happen?
Thanks very much for your time,
Connor
From: Connor McNeely
To: Cambareri, Josie; Keys, Jake
Cc: Davis, N.; Lanier, Dorian
Subject: Request for comment
Date: Wednesday, October 18, 2023 9:58:47 AM
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Just wanted to send out a final request for comment before my deadline for this story at the end of
today. I am still waiting on a response from the GPD about the status of the business at 620 Guilford
College Rd, at which two prostitution arrests were made.
Also, I want to give you a chance to respond to a statement from Charles Wilkins, general counsel for
the massage industry’s state licensing board:
“If the business has persons who work at the business who offer massage services to the
public and the business does not have an establishment license issued by the NCBMBT,
the business would be breaking the law, should not be operating, and would be subject to a
misdemeanor criminal charge.”
To my knowledge, this would apply directly to Head 2 Feet Massage, which has not held an
establishment license but has been given a city business permit.
Thanks for your time,
Connor McNeely
(704) 617-7771
From: Connor McNeely
To: Cambareri, Josie
Subject: Request for comment
Date: Monday, October 2, 2023 3:37:45 PM
Attachments: FCDTF Media Release - 7 Individuals Arrested for Charges Related to Prostitution 10-02-23.docx
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Hey Josie,
This release says the investigation only started at the beginning of 2023. Did the GPD have an
investigation going on prior to this, since you said it was years long? Or were you referring to the
length of Homeland’s involvement?
Thanks
Connor
From: Connor McNeely
To: Keys, Jake; Cambareri, Josie
Cc: Davis, N.; Jaiyeoba, Taiwo
Subject: Request for comment
Date: Wednesday, October 25, 2023 3:18:54 PM
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Hey Josie,
Information from an arrest warrant in the Greensboro Police Department’s undercover investigation
of Amazing Spa (620 Guilford College Rd) on Sep. 20 states that the defendant willfully performed a
sexual act on a GPD detective in order to issue a misdemeanor charge of prostitution and other
felony charges of promoting prostitution.
I have a set of questions about this event and standard conduct for the Greensboro Police
Department that are at the end of this email. I am giving the GPD a chance to respond and justify
this conduct before taxpayers.
1. Does the Greensboro Police Department teach that it is acceptable for undercover police
officers in sting operations to commit sexual acts with suspects?
2. According to N.C.P.I.—CRIM. 202.80, the third requirement for criminal conspiracy states
that the State must prove that the defendant intended to carry out an agreement at the
time it was made beyond a reasonable doubt. What is the Greensboro Police Department’s
justification for allowing the defendant to perform a sexual act rather than stopping at an
attempt?
3. I have the general counsel of the state licensing board for the massage industry quoted as
saying that Greensboro Police should enter massage businesses in the city that do not
possess a state establishment license and charge them with a criminal misdemeanor for not
adhering to state law. There are more than several unlicensed businesses in the city, one of
which possesses a general business permit. Why are law enforcements not enforcing this
state law?
4. Numerous legal experts and advocates against human trafficking have unanimously
condemned this act by the GPD as unnecessary and unethical, given that possibility that the
defendant performing the sexual act on law enforcement could be a victim of human
trafficking for sex labor, which the investigation is attempting to stop. How does the GPD
respond to these claims?
Once again, this is an opportunity for the GPD to explain its methodology to the public. Thanks very
much
Connor McNeely
GA Reporter, News & Record
(704) 617-7771
From: Connor McNeely
To: Vaughan, Nancy (Mayor)
Subject: Request for comment
Date: Friday, September 22, 2023 3:31:47 PM
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open attachments unless you know the content is safe.
Hey Nancy,
I have information that the city authorized business permits to unlicensed massage businesses who
have been earlier investigated after reports of suspicious activity. One of the businesses was issued a
cease and desist letter from the state regulatory board after they received allegations of unlicensed
employees working at the establishment. The individual therapist’s license of the other therapist was
revoked by the state board and the city still gave this individual a business permit nearly two months
later.
Also, I’ve spoken with the attorney of the state regulatory board, who has said that Greensboro’s
city ordinances need to be changed in order to fully adhere to a state law requiring all businesses
offering massage services to have an establishment license approved by the regulatory board.
Do you have a comment on this information? I’ve only received a comment from Trey, who says that
the city is working actively to improve communication gaps with the state board.
Thanks very much for your time,
Connor
From: Connor McNeely
To: Cambareri, Josie
Subject: Request for comment
Date: Monday, October 2, 2023 9:43:40 AM
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Hey Josie,
Can the police department say whether or not these arrests were related to the illicit massage business on Guilford College Rd and the two arrests that I asked about last week? News story below.
Thanks,
Connor
https://protect.checkpoint.com/v2/___https://myfox8.com/news/north-carolina/winston-salem/suspects-charged-for-running-multiple-illegal-massage-parlors-across-several-north-carolina-
cities/___.YzJ1OmdyZWVuc2Jvcm9uYzpjOm86NzI3ZjgyY2EwZTNlNzAzMDc0NDY2YjcxOWVjMzliYmE6Njo4MmNlOmZhZmRiOTQ2NWQ2NDViMzczMWI0MzgyOWUyZDRlZTRlNWFiODUzNzk3ZDAwYWY1MjBlNjI1NmRlYzMwZWFlOTc6dDpU
From: Connor McNeely
To: Cambareri, Josie
Subject: Urgent request for comment
Date: Wednesday, September 20, 2023 1:29:25 PM
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open attachments unless you know the content is safe.
Hi Josie,
I have an urgent request for comment related to the activity of illicit massage businesses. I
understand that you have switched roles – if you could redirect this request to the current Public
Information Officer I would appreciate it. I need a comment from Chief Thompson.
Thanks,
Connor
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