Los Alamos Police Blotter: June 13 To July 2, 2018
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.
DAMIEN BLADE MARQUEZ
June 13 at 9:25 a.m. / Police arrested Damien Blade Marquez, 24, of Española at 2500 Trinity Dr., and charged him with Aggravated Battery: Great.
PAUL DAVID VINCENT III
June 13 at 7:58 p.m. / Police arrested Paul David Vincent III, 45, of Los Alamos at 945 San Ildefonso Road and charged him with two counts of battery against a household Read More
Residents May Still Apply For New Community Development Advisory Board Until 5 p.m. Monday
COUNTY News:
Residents are still welcome to apply for a new Community Development Advisory Board. The deadline is 5 p.m. Monday, July 9.
The new board was created by the County Council in May and tasked with making recommendations to the Council regarding the development, implementation and enforcement of County property maintenance codes within the corporate boundaries of the County. Seven members are needed to fill the board. They will serve a three-year term. (Note: Initial membership of this Board shall be appointed by the County Council for staggered terms of three years. Three initial Read More
Scenes From County Hosted July 4th Community Party
Water balloon battles were part of the fun at the free Community Party hosted July 4 by the Los Alamos County Community Services Department at Overlook Park. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Water balloon battles were a major part of the fun at the free 4th of July Community Party hosted by the Los Alamos County Community Services Department at Overlook Park. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Scene from the County hosted 4th of July Community Party Wednesday at Overlook Park. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Scene from the County hosted 4th of July Community Party Wednesday at Read More
Tourism Task Force Evaluates Visitor Center Relocation
From left, Los Alamos Commerce and Development Corporation Executive Director Patrick Sullivan, Discover Los Alamos Director Melanie Peña and Discover Los Alamos Greeter Annie Kuiper Tuesday morning in front of the Los Alamos Visitor Center at 109 Central Park Square. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.comWhen it comes to tourism, visitor centers play a significant role in enhancing a tourist’s experience and influencing a community’s success as a travel destination.
Where a visitor center is located within Read More
North Mesa Improvements Phase II Begins Thursday
COUNTY News:
Attention North Mesa Residents (Cumbres del Sol Subdivision) … Star Paving will start construction activities Thursday, July 5 on the North Mesa Improvements Phase II Project.
Proposed improvements include roadway reconstruction, removal of surfacing, complete asphalt overlay, manhole adjustments, intermittent curb and gutter, sidewalks, drive pad replacement, landscape remediation and rigid electrical conduit installation on the following streets:
- Camino Mora;
- Camino Cereza; and
- Camino Manzana.
Work hours 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Access Read More
LAHS Graduate Attends Millennial Nuclear Caucus
From left, Department of Public Utilities Deputy Manager Steve Cummins, Los Aamos High School graduate Sophia Li and DPU Manager Tim Glasco celebrate Li’s acceptance into the Millennial Nuclear Caucus. Courtesy photoRibbon Is Re-Cut At Bob’s Bodacious BBQ Today
The ribbon was cut at the Grand Re-Opening of Bob’s Bodacious BBQ with the help of the Chamber of Commerce and community members during a celebration at the restaurant in the Hilltop Shopping Center at 3801 Arkansas Ave. Gayle and Lyle Cunningham recently bought Bob’s Bodacious BBQ from Pamela Hushman and Frank Good. The Cunninghams also own Papa Murphy’s Take ‘N’ Bake Pizza. Courtesy photo Read More
News Leadership Groups Call For Moment Of Silence In Newsrooms Across Globe For Capital Gazette Tragedy
Los Alamos Police Chief Dino Sgambellone discusses newsroom safety tips with reporter Kirsten Laskey, left, Publisher Carol A. Clark and Lifestyles Editor Bonnie Gordon (taking photo) during a meeting today at the Los Alamos Daily Post newspaper. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
By Alfedo Carbajal, president American Society of News Editors
Jim Simon, president Associated Press Media Editors
The tragedy last Thursday at the Capital Gazette in Annapolis, Md., tears at our hearts, tugs at our compassion and calls forth our fears for the safety of all those on the front lines
Celebrate Fourth Of July With Los Alamos Community Services Department 2-5 p.m. At Overlook Park!
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Community Services Department is hosting a FREE Community Party, 2-5 p.m. July 4 at Overlook Park.
Come out and enjoy hot dogs, cold beverages and icy treats. Play a game of ladder golf, corn hole, or giant checkers. Kids can enjoy the bounce house, and everyone can play in the sprinklers or enjoy a water balloon fight.
Get in a round of golf After the Atomic City Invitational Golf Tournament as the Los Alamos Golf Course will be open at 2 p.m. for regular play. Visit the Los Alamos History Museum to view the stories of Los Alamos from multiple perspectives 9 a.m. Read More
Letter To The Editor: Why I Switched From DTS To Democrat So I Could Vote For James Robinson
By CAMILLE MORRISONCouncil Special Session July 11 Focuses On Potential GRT Shortfall Should Triad File As Not-For-Profit Entity
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Council will hold a special session at 6 p.m. Wednesday, July 11 in Council Chambers. The only topic on the agenda is a discussion of options and preparation needed because of a potential Gross Receipts Tax (GRT) shortfall that might be forthcoming if Triad National Security, LLC (TNS) – the apparent successful bidder for the O&M contract at LANL – files with the State of New Mexico as a not-for-profit entity.
The County would be without approximately $20 million in annual GRT if TNS was to make such a request. Options could include revenue enhancements or Read More
A Few More Scenes From LANL 75th Year Celebration
U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Luján speaks about the importance of the Laboratory and its mission during his address to the crowd gathered Saturday for the Regional Leadership Breakfast as part of LANL’s 75th Anniversary Celebration and Family Picnic in downtown Los Alamos. Courtesy/Valley Daily Post
Los Alamos National Laboratory Director Dr. Terry Wallace and LANL Community Partners Office Director Kathy Keith Saturday at Fuller Lodge for the Lab’s 75th Anniversary Celebration. Photo by Jennifer Cline
LANL employees, family members and community members participate in various Read More
July 12 Transportation Board Meeting Canceled
COUNTY News:
The July 12th Transportation Board Meeting has been canceled.
The next scheduled meeting is scheduled for Thursday, Aug. 2, at the Los Alamos COunty Municipal Building, 1000 Central Ave. Read More
More Scenes From LANL 75th Anniversary Picnic
Scene from LANL’s 75th Anniversary Celebration and family picnic Saturday at Ashley Pond Park in downtown Los Alamos. ‘As a new LANL employee, this was my first picnic … I was so delighted to see families out together celebrating the work they do to serve the country,’ Tammy J. Jimines said. ‘I am inspired by the camaraderie of the employees and their pride in the unique work they do. I plan to be a part of this group for a long time to come.’ Photo by Tammy J. Jimines
Face painting adds to the fun at LANL’s 75th Anniversary Celebration and family picnic Saturday at Ashley Pond Park.More Scenes From LANL’s 75th Anniversary Celebration
Los Alamos National Laboratory Director Dr. Terry Wallace addresses the crowd gathered Saturday morning at Fuller Lodge during the LANL 75th Anniversary Celebration and family picnic. Courtesy photo
U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Luján speaks at the Leadership Breakfast Saturday morning on at Fuller Lodge during LANL’s 75th Anniversary celebration. Courtesy photo
UNM-LA CEO Dr. Cindy Rooney chats with U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Luján at the Leadership Breakfast Saturday morning at Fuller Lodge during LANL’s 75th Anniversary celebration. Courtesy photo
Michelle Hall and her husband LANL Director Terry Wallace Read More
Scenes From LANL’s 75th Anniversary Celebration
Los Alamos National Laboratory Director Terry Wallace addresses the crowd gathered for LANL’s 75th Anniversary celebration today at Ashley Pond Park. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Luján speaks at LANL’s 75th Anniversary celebration today at Ashley Pond Park. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Scene from LANL’s 75th Anniversary celebration today at Ashley Pond Park. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Los Alamos National Laboratory Deputy Director Rick Kacich and his wife Barbara Kacich at LANL’s 75th Anniversary celebration today at Ashley Pond Read More
Utility Work On Diamond Drive Saturday
DPU News:
Gas, water and sewer crews with the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities will be excavating on the north side of Diamond Drive between 35 and 36 Streets to identify the location of, and if possible, complete repairs to a water leak.
This investigatory utility work will occur Saturday, June 30 only. Westbound traffic will be reduced to one lane at the construction zone beginning at 7:30 a.m. and restored to two lanes by evening. Motorists can expect some delays.
If crews are not able to complete repairs Saturday, repair work will be scheduled in the upcoming weeks. Drivers are urged Read More
County Proclaims July ‘Parks And Recreation Month’
From left, County Management Analyst Kirsten Bell, Community Services Department Director Brian Brogan, Office Manager Linda Linstrom and Council Vice Chair Christine Chandler hold up a proclamation Tuesday that recognizes July as Parks and Recreation Month. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Council proclaimed July as “Parks and Recreation Month” during its regular meeting Tuesday in Council Chambers. Council Vice Chair Christine Chandler presented the proclamation to staff in the Parks, Recreation & Open Space Offices of the Community Services Department Read More
Councilors Chat With Citizens At Farmer’s Market
Los Alamos County Councilors Morries Pongratz, left, and Pete Sheehey, second from right, meet with citizens today at the Farmer’s Market, which closes at 12:30 p.m. in the library parking lot Courtesy photoRobinson: Third Generation Labbie
By JAMES ROBINSONWe all know the tale, in 1943 scientists and military officials came to the Pajarito Plateau to work on the Manhattan Project and bring the atomic bomb to life. Then, in the deserts of southern New Mexico, their work brought the world into the atomic age. Seventy-five years later, Los Alamos National Laboratory continues to bring new discoveries and technology to the world.
Not only has this laboratory had a profound effect on the world, but also on my life. I am a third generation “labbie” and it is likely that without the opportunity Read More
