County New Year’s Buzz Bus Begins Rolling At 6 p.m.
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County is providing a New Year’s Buzz Bus beginning today at 6 p.m. and running through 1:30 a.m. Monday to area residents and guests.
Call 661.RIDE (7433) to request a ride. It’s first come – first served so call early to reserve a ride.
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Transportation Board To Meet Thursday, Jan. 4
COUNTY News: 2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
3. PUBLIC COMMENT
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
- Approval of the Revised 2018 Transportation Board Meeting Schedule.
- Presenters: Brian O’Neil, Chair of the Transportation Board.
- Approval of the FY19 Transportation Board Work Plan.
- Presenters: Brian O’Neil, Chair of the Transportation
Los Alamos County Year In Review
The public lines up to weigh in at a County Council meeting earlier this year. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
2017 was a busy year for Los Alamos County. Trying to pinpoint the top stories is no easy task but here are five issues that drew communitywide interest:
RECREATION CIPs
Los Alamos County Council approved four proposed recreation capital improvement projects (CIP) during its regular meeting Dec. 5 in Council Chambers. The Council approved $720,000 for the splash pad, $4.5 million Read More
2017 Cops And Courts Year In Review
At its annual banquet earlier this month, the Los Alamos Public Safety Association honored LAPD Det. Ryan Wolking in recognition of his execution of Operation Spring Cleaning, a successful drug sting that followed months of investigation. From left, LAPSA Vice Chairman and Los Alamos Police Cmdr. Oliver Morris, Treasurer Lisa Tafoya, Santa Clara Pueblo Fire Chief Mel Tafoya, pilot Amy Ross, Wolking, FBI agent Chris Mamula and LAPSA Secretary Donna Martinez. Photo by Maire O’Neill/ladailypost.comAs the end of Read More
Tourism Strategic Plan Unveiled To Council
Assistant to the County Manager Linda Matteson, left, and Becky Zimmerman of Design Workshop discuss the strategic tourism plan during the Dec. 19 County Council meeting. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
Georgia Strickfaden of Atomic City Tours offers her thoughts on the strategic tourism plan. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
Just how does Los Alamos make itself a tourist destination? County Council got a peek at the plan to bring in visitors and bolster the local tourism economy during Read More
Los Alamos Police Blotter: Dec. 20 – Dec. 26, 2017
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 against them.
NICHOLE BORREGO
Dec. 20 at 11:02 a.m. / Police arrested Nichole Borrego, 27, of Chimayo at 2500 Trinity Dr., on an outstanding Magistrate Court warrant.
RALEIGH C. WHITT
Dec. 20 at 6: 36 p.m. / Police arrested Raleigh G. Whitt, 30, of Los Alamos at 156 Tunyo on an outstanding District Court warrant.
JOSHUA J. MONTOYA
Dec. 22 at 11:23 a.m. / Police arrested Read More
New Year’s Buzz Bus Reservations Open Thursday
Even With Good Bike Plan, A Lot Is Up To The Cyclist
By KHAL SPENCER
With the Laboratory beginning work on a site-wide bike plan, the County having just received Bronze level bicycle-friendly community status, and a plethora of good road and trail riding in Los Alamos and surrounding areas, there is a lot for local bicyclists to cheer about. That said, whether one is riding for fun, utility, or both, a lot still depends on the engagement and awareness of the rider in order to get out and back with the rubber side consistently down.
A road bike in battle dress for the ride up the ski hill with appropriate gears for an old guy and a light wheelset.Drugs And Paraphernalia Found On Local Inmate
By MAIRE O’NEILLLos Alamos Daily Post
A 30-year-old Fairview woman was charged with three counts of possession of a controlled substance and two counts of possession or use of drug paraphernalia after she was arrested Dec. 19 in the Los Alamos County Detention Center.
Following a search at the Detention Center, Melody Lopez was found to have in her bra two orange needle caps and the barrel and plunger part of a needle, both of which had been cut to be smaller in size than normal.
Two strips consistent with Suboxone and 14 round white pills identified as Clonazepan also were Read More
On The Job In Los Alamos: Acting Police Chief Jason Wardlow Herrera
On the job in Los Alamos is Deputy Police Chief Jason Wardlow Herrera in his office today at the Los Alamos Police Department. Wardlow Herrera serves as acting chief whenever Chief Dino Sgambellone is out of the office. #worklosalamos #wherediscoveriesaremade. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
Update: LAMC Experiences Power Outage, Operating On Backup Power
Update: Power has been restored at LAMC.
LAMC News:
A power outage ocurred at 1 p.m. today at Los Alamos Medical Center (LAMC). The hospital lost power is on backup power. Utility crews are on site working to restore power.
At 1:30 p.m. linemen determined that the power outage at the Los Alamos Medical Center was caused by a faulted underground line that feeds LAMC. LAMC is currently using its backup generator to supply power. Crews are in contact with medical center facilities staff. It is expected that it will to be restored by 4 p.m. today. Read More
Los Alamos County Community Services Department Launches Facebook Page
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Community Services Department (CSD) is excited to launch an all-inclusive Facebook page.
This page is a one-stop shop for all of the programs, activities and events offered by Community Services.
Existing individual CSD Facebook pages (Library, Open Space, Parks & Recreation and Triathlon) will sunset Jan. 8. Be sure to follow the new page to stay connected.
Kristin Heineman Gives Author Talk On Oracle Of Delphi At Mesa Library Thursday
Author Kristin Heineman in Greece. Courtesy photo
Library News:
The public is invited to a book talk about “The Decadence of Delphi” by author Kristin Heineman at 7 p.m., Dec. 28, in the Upstairs Rotunda at Mesa Public Library, 2400 Central Ave., in Los Alamos. The talk is part of the monthly Authors Speak series put on by the Los Alamos County Library System.
A 2002 graduate of Los Alamos High School, Heineman went on to study Classics in college, and received her PhD from the University of Newcastle in Australia. Her research interests include the history of religion, women in the ancient world, Read More
County Council Updated On Ski Area
Los Alamos Ski Club President Susan Brockway-Hahn speaks during the special session Friday. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
James Coleman of Pajarito Recreation, LLC speaks Friday during the County Council meeting. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
Pattiz: UC Places ‘Utmost Importance’ On Local Communities
University of California Regent Norman J. PattizUniversity of California Regent Norman J. Pattiz has responded to a letter from Los Alamos County Council Chair David Izraelevitz assuring him that UC views its partnership with the Northern New Mexico Communities as a critical component to the successful operation of the Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Pattiz said UC understands the County’s concerns and how important the gross receipts tax revenue derived from the operation of the Lab is to Los Alamos County.
“Historically,
Council Recognizes Efforts To Make Los Alamos Bike Friendly
Members of the team that helped Los Alamos County earn the Bronze Level Bicycle Friendly Community award from the League of American Bicyclists show off their plaque and certificate during the regular County Council meeting Tuesday night. Councilor Chris Chandler, second from the right, recognized the team for its efforts. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Council recognized the team comprised of residents and County staff that helped earn the Bronze Level Bicycle Friendly Community award during its regular meeting Tuesday Read More
Pongratz: A Bit Of Nit Picking
By MORRIS PONGRATZPEEC Announces Nature Center Holiday Hours
PEEC News:County Facilities To Operate On Holiday Schedules
COUNTY News: Los Alamos Police Blotter: Dec. 15 – Dec. 19, 2017
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 against them.
MELODY LOPEZ
Dec. 15 at 11:07 a.m. / Police arrested Melody Lopez, 33, of San Juan Pueblo at 2500 Trinity Dr., on an outstanding District Court warrant.
CHRISTOPHER PORTER
Dec. 15 at 1:43 p.m. / Police arrested Christopher Porter, 36, of Jemez Springs, at 31 Sherwood Blvd., and charged him with DWI and driving on a suspended or revoked license and arrested him on an outstanding Read More
