The Board office would like to thank Nebraska Barber Delwyn Wright of Whistle Stop Barber Shop in Ravenna for his donation of a beautiful stain glass window, which he made in 1976. Delwyn took a class on making stained glass windows and after making several small projects his instructor encourage him make something he could display at his business. The stain glass window had been on display at his shop until earlier this October when Delwyn delivered it to our office.
Statutes, Rules and Regulations
Posted: May 1, 2016
Folks seeking freedom from the rule of other countries founded the United States.
One definition of freedom is, not being controlled by another nation or political power.
We all know that freedom is not free, as it comes with a different set of rules or
restrictions than previously implemented. It would be hard to imagine the amount of
chaos and pillage, which would take place without rules and laws. Laws and rules are
derived to protect us and help keep us safe, although we do not always feel they are fair.
The barber industry is continually being threatened by the chance of deregulation,
meaning there would be no licensing and fewer laws to protect the public. This would
also mean that your barber training would be of little value, as anyone desiring to
cut hair could do so in just about any place they choose and most likely at a much
lower price. If deregulation occurred with barbering, there would be a major lack of
sanitation and an increase in the spread of disease and health issues.
Family and local barbershops would suffer the most because anyone in the world would
be able to perform acts of barbering including those from other states who were denied
licensure including folks with criminal backgrounds.
It is the necessity of protecting the public that we will continue to support the
regulation of the barber industry. It is for the same purpose that we must follow
the laws and rules pertaining to the acts of barbering, for continuation of protecting
the public and the barber industry.
Barbers Wanted
Posted: May 1, 2016
Licensed barbers in Nebraska are currently in high demand. According to the
Nebraska Department of Economic Development, the estimation of Nebraska’s population
for 2014 is over 1,880,000.
As of January 31, 2016, our office has issued just over 1400 barber licenses for
this current licensing period.
As the population of Nebraska continues to increase, the number of licensed barbers
has not kept up the same pace. This is partially due to the number of "Baby Boomer"
generation of barbers who are entering their retirement years.
Trends in services are shifting from a period of permanent waves to services of
hair color and facial shaves. Our industry is experiencing a larger request for
facial shaves at the barbershop as well as the client’s desire for special effects
hair color. Offering these and other services are a great strategy for barbers to
increase revenue and keep the clients looking and feeling great.
Our office is constantly updating different means to serve licensees and the public,
making our website the best tool to offer
updated information.
We currently offer payments for licenses and fees via our web
site by clicking on the
PayPort
logo and select an item you wish to pay for.
The Board has recently approved the use of a list of Frequently Asked Questions
along with the corresponding answers, to be implemented on our website in the near
future. All of the Barber Board’s updated applications, current Rules and Regulations,
and Statutes are located on the site as well.
Making a Difference
Posted: May 1, 2016
Governor Pete Ricketts recognized September 2016 as National Barber month at a
recent Proclamation Ceremony. "In a short speech, I applauded barbers for their leadership
and support of the communities they serve. Barbers are also some of the first to offer a
helping hand to those in need and counselors to many of their clients. Those are just
a few of the many ways in which barbers give back to their respective communities."
Booth rental permits
Who is required to hold a booth rental permit?
Posted: May 1, 2016
Nebraska Revised Statute §71-219.05 (1) Any barber who leases space on the premises of a
barber shop to engage in the practice of barbering as an independent contractor or a
self-employed person shall obtain a booth rental permit.
Independent contractor; A few criteria that appear to be important factors
are the opportunity for profit or loss and a written contract between owner and booth renter.
A clip from the Internal Revenue Service website offers
the following text,
"The general rule is that an individual is an independent contractor if the payer (shop owner)has the right to control or direct only the result of the work and not what will be done and how it will be done. The earnings of a person who is working as an independent contractor are subject to Self-Employment Tax."
Not to confuse anyone, but in this case the shop owner would be in place of the payer.
"You are not an independent contractor if you perform services that can be controlled by
an employer (what will be done and how it will be done). This applies even if you are
given freedom of action. What matters is that the employer has the legal right to control
the details of how the services are performed."
When in doubt in deciding if you are an employee or an independent contractor,
it would be best to talk with an attorney and an accountant as your situation
maybe significant from other booth rental shops.
50 and 60 years or more Licensees
Posted: May 1, 2016
With great appreciation for the dedication to our industry, I proudly list
the active licensed barbers who have served 50 and 60 or more years as a registered barber.
Barbers licensed 50 years in 2016 (in alphabetical order by last name):
Ernest Chambers, Omaha, NE;
Jack D. Collins, Omaha, NE;
Lloyd (Dean) D. Coulter, Auburn, NE;
Douglas D. Derby Sr., Plattsmouth, NE;
Stanley Docekal, Omaha, NE;
Dennis L. Free, Beatrice, NE;
Jack Gibilisco, Omaha, NE;
William J. Haverkamp, Lincoln, NE;
David J. Hiemer, Kearney, NE;
Rodney Hitz, Stanton, NE;
Clair Huggler, Columbus, NE;
Norman L. Kile, Crestview, FL;
Larry A. Landwehr, Nebraska City, NE;
Albert W. Montgomery Jr., Falls City, NE;
James A. Nordmeyer, Seward, NE;
Herbert L. Petersen, Chadron, NE;
Duane J. Ray, Sidney, NE;
Paul J. Redwine Jr., Beatrice, NE;
William Schaeufele, Norfolk, NE;
Dennis D. Schoenefeld, Butte, NE;
Robert W. Smith, Clinton, MS;
Paul E. Smith, Lincoln, NE; &
James R. Weinrich, Kissimmee, FL.
Barbers Licensed 50 years in 2017: (in alphabetical order by last name):
Rodney R. Aden, Lincoln, NE;
Orval D. Alber, Omaha, NE;
Jerry L. Benker, Grand Island, NE;
Rodney R. Charf, Omaha, NE;
John E. Daigger, North Platte, NE;
Clyde W. Deshazer, Omaha, NE;
Allen Emken, Fremont, NE;
Gary Francisco, Lincoln, NE;
David B. Galyean, Dripping Springs, TX;
Gary P. Genereux, Walton, NE;
Jimmy C. Harrold, Papillion, NE;
Ronald G. Jurgens, Lincoln, NE;
David Magdaleno, Gering, NE;
Carl L. Michel, Yutan, NE;
Gene C. Mulinix, York, NE;
Paul M. Peterson, Las Vegas, NV;
Robert Stauffer, Seward, NE;
Jim L. Stauffer, Tecumseh, NE; &
Robert V. Stopak, Albion, NE.
Barbers Licensed 60 years or more 2016 (in alphabetical order by last name by years):
60 Years
Bennie G. Desmond, Bartley, NE;
Kenneth C. Greenwood, Beatrice, NE; &
Augustine S. Scolaro, Bellevue, NE.
61 Years
Daniel M. Goodwin, Omaha, NE;
Willard M. Kerk, Chappell, NE; &
Donald L. Maucher, Imperial, NE.
65 Years
James E. Bender, Omaha, NE; &
Robert H. Taylor, Lincoln, NE.
66 Years
William F. Engel, South Sioux City, NE.
67 Years
Charles R. Sheets, Tekamah, NE.
Barbers Licensed 60 years or more 2017:
Keith J. (Pat) Stewart, Ashland, NE.
Thanks to all of you for your continued support and years of dedication.
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