Los Alamos County Council Candidate Sean Williams Hopes To Improve Downtown Areas
Local business owner and real estate agent Sean Williams is entering the race for Los Alamos County Council. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
In November, three seats on Los Alamos County Council will be open and local business owner and real estate agent Sean Williams hopes the community will vote for him to serve on one of them.
Williams said he serves on the County’s Planning and Zoning Commission and a fellow commissioner approached him with the idea of running. Williams said he decided to pursue the public office Read More
Joint Los Alamos Public School Board/County Council Meeting To Be Held As Scheduled Tonight
LAPS News:
The Joint Los Alamos School Board/County Council meeting will be held as scheduled at 5:30 p.m. today in the LAPS Administration Offices, School Board Room at 2101 Trinity Dr., Suite V.
The meeting is open to the public. Read More
County Discoveries Action Team Meets Feb. 20
Welcome to Los Alamos! Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
COUNTY News:
The next monthly meeting of the Discoveries Action Team (DAT) is 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 20 at Pajarito Cliffs Site, Building 1, Conference Room.
This month, the only item on the agenda is for the Place-Making and Place-Marketing subgroups to gather and work on their projects.
New members interested in joining the team are invited to come to the meeting and observe the work of the subgroups. Project champions will be available to network with new members and help them learn more about the projects in progress. Read More
County Offices And Facilities Remain Open Today
COUNTY News:
All Los Alamos County offices and facilities are open today.
Trash collection is occurring on scheduled routes.
Atomic City Transit buses 1, 6 and all express routes are being canceled for today because LANL and the schools are closed.
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Local Police Personnel Honored For Outstanding Service
Police Chief Dino Sgambellone, standing center, and members of the Los Alamos Police Department. Courtesy/LAPD
LAPD News:
The Los Alamos Police Department hosted its annual awards banquet and dinner Saturday.
Many employees received awards honoring them for outstanding service to the community.
The following employees were presented with “Of The Year” awards:
- CDC Manager Kate Stoddard – Civilian of The Year
- Shelter Manager Paul Sena – PSA of The Year
- Detective Matt Lyon – Detective of The Year
- Corporal John Harris – Officer of The Year
- Sergeant Erika Martinez-Bustos – Detention Supervisor
County Manager’s Presentation Draws Packed House
County Manager Harry Burgess presents his annual report to a full house Thursday at UNM-LA. Courtesy photo
Los Alamos County Manager Harry Burgess
Staff Report
Los Alamos County Manager Harry Burgess delivered his annual report to a packed house during the February Chamber Breakfast Thursday at UNM-LA.
His presentation was originally scheduled for Jan. 16 but postponed by a snowstorm.
Burgess said that 2019 has been a year that has brought many positive changes and exciting new paths forward for the community.
He explained that one of the biggest highlights was an advancement in the number Read More
County Seeks Input From Senior Focus Group Feb. 12
The Betty Ehart Senior Center at 1101 Bathtub Row. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
COMMUNITY News:
During lunch 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 12 at the Betty Ehart Senior Center, Los Alamos County is interested in hearing from seniors about gaps in services in the community.
Reserve a spot for lunch by 10 a.m. Wednesday. Lunch includes chicken, chile, cheese soup, crackers and applesauce for a suggested $5 donation for members 60 and over. Read More
Los Alamos County 2020 Census Complete Count Committee Considers Marketing Designs
Members of the 2020 Census Complete Count Committee meeting Tuesday morning at the Los Alamos County Municipal Building. During the meeting, Los Alamos County Visual Information Specialist Vint Miller, second from left, proposes marketing ideas derived from suggestions shared at a previous strategy meeting. Photo by Jenn Bartram/ladailypost.com Read More
Community Weighs In On North Mesa Housing Study
An open house held Jan. 30 for the North Mesa Housing Study drew a large turnout of community members. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
Los Alamos County Council Chambers featured a full house Jan. 30. Residents filled the room to learn more about the North Mesa Housing Study.
Many participants expressed their skepticism toward the project, which is exploring the possibility of constructing homes on land owned by the Los Alamos Public Schools on North Mesa, and their concerns that they haven’t had an active role in it. Read More
P&Z OKs Site Plan & Waivers For New Research Building
Rendering of the new research building that will be built in the Los Alamos Research Park. Courtesy/LAC
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
When the New Mexico Consortium sold its building on Entrada Drive to Pebble Labs, it needed a new home. It turns out, the consortium will return to where it originated – at the Los Alamos Research Park.
It may be an old location, but it will be in a new building. The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a site plan and two waivers for the Los Alamos Commerce Development Corporation (LACDC) to construct a new research and development Read More
Customer Care Center & DPU Opening 10 a.m. Feb. 12
DPU News:
Officials with the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities advise that its office, including the Customer Care Center, will be closed for two hours Wednesday morning, Feb. 12.
The office will open at 10 a.m. instead of 8 a.m. at 1000 Central Ave., Suite 130 in the Municipal Building, as DPU holding its annual all-hands meeting for employees to review with senior management the department’s mission and strategy for the upcoming year.
About DPU
The Department of Public Utilities (DPU) operates the county-owned electric, gas, water & wastewater systems under the jurisdiction Read More
Los Alamos County DWI Planning Council Meets Feb. 13
Los Alamos Police Blotter: Jan. 2 To Feb. 1, 2020
LAPD News:
The following information is provided by the Los Alamos Police Department.
Neither arrests nor charges indicate a conviction, and neither means that a person is guilty of the charges filed against them.
MICHAEL S. KOWALCZYK
Jan. 2 at 6:42 p.m. / Police arrested Michael S. Kowalczyk, 30, of Tierra Azul on East Jemez Road and charged him with driving on a suspended or revoked license.
THOMAS A. ALLEN
Jan. 9 at 1:47 a.m. / Police arrested Thomas A. Allen, 52, of Los Alamos near Diamond Drive and Urban and charged him with Aggravated DWI: Refusal to submit Read More
Sean Williams Announces Run For Los Alamos County Council
Sean Williams
Democratic Candidate for County Council
POLITICAL News:
As a local small business owner, I know firsthand many of the struggles the business community endures. As a resident of Los Alamos County, I know firsthand the frustration of having two blighted downtowns. As a homeowner, I sympathize deeply with those unable to find homes of their own.
These problems are complicated, but they can be overcome. We can have vibrant commercial centers in both Los Alamos and White Rock, full of restaurants, shops and services. We can have residential density where it’s appropriate, while preserving Read More
Highlights From Jan. 28 Council Meeting
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
Improvements to the irrigation system at Overlook Park, entering a power purchase agreement to be supplied with energy from sustainable sources and a modification to the electric energy and power coordination agreement between Los Alamos County and the Department of Energy were among the items approved during the regular County Council meeting Tuesday night.
Council Approves $800,000 loan/grant from New Mexico Finance Authority
Council unanimously passed an ordinance for a $800,000 loan/grant from the New Mexico Finance Read More
DPU Recieves Roadrunner Award From Quality New Mexico
DPU Manager Philo Shelton
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
After a rigorous application process and a thorough site visit, Quality New Mexico awarded the Los Alamos County Department of Public Utilities (DPU) its Roadrunner distinction.
“We’re pleased to get this award,” DPU Manager Philo Shelton said. “In the feedback report, there’s more good than bad.”
Some of strengths highlighted include DPU’s engagement with their customers. Shelton pointed out that DPU has included the community in several committees such as the Future Energy Resource Committee. Read More
Red Flag Gun Bill ‘Extreme Risk Firearm Protection Order Act’ Steeped In Controversy Clears Senate Panel
By JENS GOULD
The New Mexican
In an emotional hearing before hundreds of supporters and detractors, a state Senate panel narrowly passed a high-profile gun bill today that would allow law enforcement to obtain a court order to confiscate guns from people considered dangerous.
The Senate Public Affairs committee voted 4-3 along party lines in favor of Senate Bill 5, known as the “Extreme Risk Firearm Protection Order Act”.
The bill will now be sent to the Senate Judiciary Committee.
The legislation is a marquee item on Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham’s agenda and likely to be one of the most contentious Read More
Right Of Way Maintenance On Canyon Road Jan. 28-31
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Traffic and Streets Department will be performing right-of-way maintenance along Canyon Road between the Los Alamos Jewish Center and 15th Street.
Work will commence Jan. 28 and end Jan. 31.
Crew will be setting up a flagging operation starting at 8:30 am each day and ending by 3:30 pm.
Vehicle traffic is urged to slow down in this area and follow all traffic diversion devices and to watch for crews working in the area as well as pedestrian traffic.
For questions or concerns, Call 505.662.8113 or email us at lacpw@lacnm.us. Read More
County Notice Of Possible Quorum Jan. 30
CDD Director Discusses Building Permitting Process
Community Development Department Director Paul Andrus
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
The process a commercial property owner needs to maneuver through to receive a building permit and ultimately a certificate of occupancy isn’t always easy.
The ability to be open for business may involve additional expenses, hiring contractors and architects and sharing design plans and work scopes with building officials.
The process can feel aggravating and lengthy but one piece of advice Community Development Department (CDD) Director Paul Andrus offers for any Read More
