Chamber Business Breakfast: Commercial Code Enforcement And Building Permits/Licenses April 19
CHAMBER News:
The next Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce Business Breakfast is 7:30- 9 a.m. Thursday, April 19 in Room 230, Building 2 at UNM-LA, 4000 University Dr.
Chief Building Official Michael Arellano and Fire Marshall Jeff Wetteland will discuss the County’s commercial code enforcement, as well as building licenses and permits, with a focus on how these may affect the business community.
The Chamber Business Breakfasts are sponsored by the LANL CPO’s office and attendance at the breakfasts is a benefit of Chamber Membership. Members may register on the Chamber website Read More
Council Budget Hearings May Continue Tuesday
COUNTY News: 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. STATEMENT REGARDING CLOSED SESSION April 17, 2018 Closed Session Motion
4. PUBLIC COMMENT – Council will reserve up to the first 30 minutes of each session for public comment on any portion of the proposed budget. Once all comments have
Lodgers’ Tax Advisory Board Will Meet Tuesday
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Lodgers’ Tax Advisory Board will meet at noon Tuesday, April 17, in Suite 110 in the Municipal Building located at 1000 Central Ave.
The meeting is open to the public.
Agenda:
I. ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS
A. Call to Order/Introductions
B. Approval of Today’s Agenda
C. Review/Approval of Meeting Minutes 1. 10682-18 Minutes from the Lodgers’ Tax Advisory Board Meeting on March 20, 2018. Recommendation: I move that the Board approve the Minutes for March 20, 2018. Presenters: Loryn ‘Ryn’ Herrmann A – Read More
Earth Day At Los Alamos Nature Center April 21
Courtesy/PEEC
COUNTY News:
There are many actions each of us can take to reduce our environmental impact and support a clean community. One of the easiest actions to take every day is to recycle. That’s why Environmental Services invites residents of Los Alamos to join them and Pajarito Environmental Education Center to celebrate Earth Day 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 21 at the Los Alamos Nature Center, 2600 Canyon Road.
Environmental Services will be hosting an educational booth. Residents can stop by to register for the new Yard Trimming or Bear Tough roll cart and play the recycle game Read More
New Details On West Road Fire; LAFD Sends Truck To Bluewater Fire Near Grants
A loose connection on a powerpole near the Los Alamos Ice Rink on West Road caused a small fire Thursday afternoon, which was quickly extinguished by Department personnel. Courtesy photo
Los Alamos County Department of Public Utilities Electricity Distribution Division lineman Julian Suazo, left, and Wayne Valdez discovered a loose connection that caused a small fire Thursday, made the area safe for firefighters and repaired the connection. Photo by Maire O’Neill/ladailypost.comAquatic Center Invites Community To Share Memories Of Pool For 30th Birthday Wednesday, April 25
COUNTY News:
The Larry R. Walkup Aquatic Center is celebrating its 30th birthday Wednesday, April 25, and the community is invited to get involved in the festivities.
Recreation staff is seeking pool users and residents who would like to share memories of the pool during the last 30 years.
The public, past and present staff, County Councilors, coaches, swimmers and stakeholders are invited to the 1:30 p.m. cake cutting and share random flashback memories of the last 30 years, the ones that make you stop and just smile.
County Council Begins 2018 Budget Hearings Monday
COUNTY News: Pajarito Environmental Education Center Earth Day Tab
PEEC News:
Check out the Pajarito Environmental Education Center’s Earth Day tab here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1H1TTcwjPlT8-2PQzQ4N0p1NrpcKCjgQW Read More
Second Half Property Tax Due By May 10
COUNTY News:Letter To The Editor: Support Sara Scott For Council
By JOHN GUSTAFSONScenes From GOP Meet And Greet Thursday
Republican candidates gather for a photo during the Meet and Greet event with the community Thursday evening in Wallace Hall at UNM-LA. Candidates include Mick Rich, U.S. Senate; Steve McFall, Congressional District 3; JoHanna Cox, Secretary of State; Wayne Johnson, State Auditor; Arthur Castillo, State Treasurer; Pat Lyons, Commissioner of Public Lands; Court of Appeals Judges – Steve French, Hank Bohnoff, Emil Kiehne and Daniel Gallegos; Lisa Shin, House Dist. 43; Brady Burke, County Council; Dawn Trujillo-Voss, County Council; Alan Kirk, Municipal Judge; Michelle Garcia Read More
Arts In Public Places Advisory Board Meets Monday
COUNTY News: Notice Of Possible Quorum On Earth Day For ESB
COUNTY News:
Members of the Environmental Sustainability Board may attend the Earth Day activities 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 21 at the Los Alamos Nature Center, 2600 Canyon Road.
A quorum may be present but no action will be taken.
Update: LAFD Knocks Down Small Fire In Canyon
Scene this afternoon of firefighters responding to small fire in LA Canyon near the Ice Rink. Photo by Maire O’Neill/ladailypost.com
Scene this afternoon of firefighters responding to small fire in LA Canyon near the Ice Rink. Photo by Maire O’Neill/ladailypost.com
UPDATE: At approximately 12.45 p.m. today, LAFD responded to reports of a small wildland fire in LA Canyon, on West Road near the Ice Rink. The fire is fully contained and the cause is under investigation by LAFD. Crews are mopping up at the scene. The Pajarito Ski Hill and some homes near Fairway and Trinity Drive are Read More
Sheriff Candidate Files Lawsuit Against County
By MAIRE O’NEILLJames Whitehead, a candidate for Los Alamos County Sheriff, has filed a lawsuit in First Judicial District Court against Los Alamos County, Los Alamos Police Department, Los Alamos County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Division, and Los Alamos County Records Custodian Barb Ricci under the New Mexico Inspection of Public Records Act (IPRA).
The lawsuit, the second filed against the County by a candidate for the office of sheriff, was prepared by attorney Blair Dunn, who also represents Sheriff Marco Lucero and former Los Alamos Read More
Scenes From Izraelevitz Campaign Kick-Off
A crowd of supporters listens to David Izraelevitz at the kick-off of his campaign for reelection to Los Alamos County Council Wednesday evening at Fuller Lodge. Photo by Maire O’Neill/ladailypost.com
Los Alamos County Council Chair David Izraelevitz jokes with supporters Wednesday evening at Fuller Lodge during his campaign kick-off event. Photo by Maire O’Neill/ladailypost.com
Anjelie Doty and David Izraelevitz gather up some of the donations for the local school snack program ‘Aaron’s Kids’ brought by supporters to Wednesday evening’s Read More
County’s Discoveries Action Team Kicks Off
Los Alamos County Public Information Officer Julie Habiger speaks to the crowd during the Discovery Action Team kick off meeting Tuesday at Fuller Lodge. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
Scene from the Discovery Action Team kick off meeting at Fuller Lodge. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
Los Alamos County Enters Stage I Fire Restrictions
LAFD News:
Los Alamos County Stage I Fire Restrictions After consulting with Los Alamos National Laboratory, and in cooperation with the Santa Fe National Forest, the Los Alamos Fire Department has announced that Los Alamos County will enter into Stage I Fire Restrictions, effective immediately.
Under Stage I Fire Restrictions, the following acts are prohibited until further notice:
- Building, maintaining, attending or using an open fire, campfire, charcoal or wood stove on all Los Alamos County lands. (See first exemption below for additional details.)
- Smoking is prohibited
Home Renewal Program Cycle 3 Opens April 17
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Community Development Department and the Los Alamos Housing Partnership (LAHP) announced today that Cycle 3 of the Home Renewal Program will open Tuesday, April 17.
Residents who meet income qualifications and require financial assistance to make repairs or improvements to their homes are encouraged to apply for this subsidized loan program. Homeowners are not required to make payments unless the home is sold or vacated.
Examples of projects that may qualify for funding from the Home Renewal Program include window and door replacement, unsafe deck and Read More
Democratic Candidates Greet Community Members
Local Democratic candidates gather for a group photo Monday evening during a Meet & Greet event hosted by the Democratic Party of Los Alamos. Each candidate was given an opportunity to speak during the event in Wallace Hall at UNM-LA. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Scene from the Meet & Greet event for Democratic candidates Monday evening in Wallace Hall at UNM-LA. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Democratic Party of Los Alamos Chair Robyn Schultz briefs the audience prior to introducing the candidates during the Meet & Greet event Monday in Wallace Hall. Photo Read More
