Los Alamos County Library System Reaches Million Patron Mark! Announces New Log-In Requirement
Library News:
There is a small change in the log-in procedure for the Los Alamos County Library System for a very big reason … the library has reached the million-patron mark!
Beginning Wednesday, Aug. 23, those patrons who log in to their accounts in the Library catalog on a computer or mobile device will need to type one more number into the box labeled “Library Card Number.” For example if your number was 29028000123456, and you typed in 123456, now you will need to type in 0123456. The catalog address on the web is www.losalamoslibrary.org and the Log-In link is at the very top of the page. Read More
Concrete Gutter Work Begins On Longview Drive Across Entrances To White Rock Municipal Complex Thursday
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County crews will begin placement of a concrete valley gutter across the entrances to the White Rock Municipal Complex Thursday, Aug. 24 to improve storm water drainage.
Use of the parking lots will be interrupted, however, access and parking to at least one parking lot will be maintained as work progresses. Work is scheduled to be completed by Wednesday, Aug. 30, weather permitting.
Pedestrian access along the adjacent sidewalk south of Longview Drive will be limited for the duration. The public is advised to use caution when in the area and to stay alert for construction Read More
Enjoy Out-Of-This-World Experience At Outdoor Performance Of Opera On The Rocks At Bandelier
COUNTY News:
Take a trip into space and dress the part this fall in Los Alamos. Back for its sixth year, the highly anticipated Opera on the Rocks at Bandelier National Monument will take the audience on an extraordinary galactic trip this year, with the presentation of scenes from Mozart’s comic opera, The Abduction from the Seraglio, adapted to fit into a futuristic universe similar to that of Star Trek. To add to the fun, attendees are encouraged to dress in their best Trekkie gear.
Presented by the Los Alamos Opera Guild of the Guilds of the Santa Fe Opera, Inc., Opera on the Rocks Read More
Los Alamos Arts In Public Places Meets Thursday
COUNTY News:
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CALL TO ORDER-ROLL CALL
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PUBLIC COMMENT
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APP BOARD BUSINESS Approval of Minutes from July 27, 2017
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CURRENT PROJECTS
DPU Notes Increase In Gas Leak Reports
By MAIRE O’NEILLA spike in suspected gas leaks reported to the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities and Los Alamos Fire Department last week was mostly related to leaking appliances, according to the County’s Deputy Utilities Manager Jack Richardson.
There was a total of six calls Aug. 17 alone but Richardson said his supervisors were not really surprised.
“As we head into fall weather, people are relighting furnaces and using more gas, so we get more calls than we typically do. About half the calls are for leaking appliances such as hot water Read More
Letter To The Editor: Response To Mr. Nebel & Citizens
By GREG WHITEPublic Shares Thoughts On Local Trails
From left, Open Space Specialist Eric Peterson and Parks, Recreation and Open Space Division Manager Chris Wilson host a meeting Wednesday night at the North Mesa Stables area regarding Los Alamos County’s trails. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
Approximately 20 people attended the trails meeting Wednesday near the stables. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
Trail users were invited to give their thoughts and input on Los Alamos’ trails during an informal gathering Wednesday Read More
Los Alamos Sarov Sister City Initiative Needs Community Support
Middle from left, former Deputy Fire Chief Justin Grider, former County Council Chair Geoff Rogers, Los Alamos Fire Chief Troy Hughes and County Manager Harry Burgess visited Los Alamos’ sister city, Sarov, Russia in 2013. Courtesy photo
Students from Sarov, Russia pay a visit to UNM-LA in 2011. Courtesy photoNational news reports daily on the ongoing drama between Russian and American politicians. While the media provides an endless stream of reports on tensions between the two governments, Read More
Reminder: Community/Economic Development Training, Strategic Planning – Mid-Central SET Aug. 19
COUNTY News:Brazilian Jazz & Flamenco Guitar Master Diego Figuerido Plays Summer Concert At Ashley Pond Tonight
Brazilian guitarist Diego Figuerido performs at 7 p.m. today at Ashley Pond Park. Courtesy photoWe are really excited to bring back the fantastic Brazilian guitarist, Diego Figuerido to Los Alamos! The show is free and starts at 7 p.m. today at Ashley Pond Park. We won’t be changing the venue, we’ll wait it out if we have any rain. This is a mountain town and the weather changes often. Bring a chair, some warm clothes and an umbrella. The show is going to be wonderful!
Tonight’s concert will be Los Alamos Medical Center Night. The free concert is paid for by contributions Read More
County Planning And Zoning Meets Aug. 23
COUNTY News:
Planning and Zonning Commission will meet at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 23 in Council Chambers at 1000 Ave.
The meeting is open to the public.
Agenda
- CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
- PUBLIC COMMENT This section of the agenda is reserved for comments from the public on items that are not otherwise included in this agenda.
- APPROVAL OF AGENDA
- PUBLIC HEARING(S)
- A. P&Z Staff Report for Case No. REZ-2017-0007 Entrada Rezone
- PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION BUSINESS
- A. Minutes from the Planning And Zoning Commission Meeting July 12, 2017
- COMMISSION/DIRECTOR COMMUNICATIONS
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County Council Holds Work Session Tuesday
COUNTY News:
Agenda
- OPENING/ROLL CALL
- PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
- PUBLIC COMMENT
- APPROVAL OF AGENDA
- BUSINESS
- Action to Suspend Council Rules for Work Session Presenters: County Council
- Incorporated County of Los Alamos Resolution No. 17-18 to authorize the application to Federal Transit Administration (FTA) for a Bus and Bus Facilities 5339(b) Discretionary Program 2017 Funding
- Opportunity for the 2017 Federal Fiscal Year; committing
LAFD Responds To Gas Leak At Duplex Near Urban
Los Alamos Fire Department and County Utilities responded to a suspected gas leak early this evening at a residence at 41st Street and Urban Street. The homeowner reportedly smelled gas when he arrived home from work and called the County. A gas leak was found somewhere underneath the home and gas has been shut off to both sides of the duplex until State inspectors check the system. Photo by Maire O’Neill/ladailypost.com
Los Alamos firefighters check for a gas leak early this evening at a residence at 41st Street and Urban Street. Photo by Maire O’Neill/ladailypost.com
Firefighters Read More
County Council To Hold Closed Session Aug. 22
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Council will hold a closed session at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 22 at the White Rock Fire Station.
Agenda
- OPENING/ROLL CALL
- BUSINESS A. 9827-17 Discussion of the Purchase, Acquisition or Disposal of Real Property: NMSA 1978, Section 10-15-1(H) (8). Presenters: County Council – Closed Session
- ADJOURNMENT
If you are an individual with a disability who is in need of a reader, amplifier, qualified sign language interpreter, or any other form of auxiliary aid or service to attend or participate in the hearing or meeting, please contact the County Read More
Letter To The Editor: A New Low In Los Alamos Politics, Again
By Anonymous and incredulousTop 2017 County Fair Exhibit Winners
Courtesy photoCouncil Approves Water, Sewer Rate Increases
DPU Manager Tim Glasco discusses rate increases for water and sewer during the Aug. 8 County Council meeting. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.comStarting Aug. 30, Los Alamos County residents will start seeing a change on their utility bills for water and sewer rates.
During the regular County Council meeting Aug. 8, council unanimously approved to raised each rate 8 percent. As a result, the Department of Public Utilities (DPU) residential customers will see their monthly sewer cost increase Read More
County Personnel Board Meets Aug. 22
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Personnel Board will meet at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 22, in Room 110 at the Municipal Building, 1000 Central Ave.
Agenda
I. CALL TO ORDER – ROLL CALL
II. CHAIR’S REPORT
III. HR MANAGER’S REPORT HR Manager’s Report Presenters: Denise Cassel
IV. PUBLIC COMMENT This section of the agenda is reserved for comments from the public on items that are not otherwise included in this agenda; please limit your comments to 4 minutes.
V. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approval of Minutes from July 25, 2017 Personnel Board Meeting.9802-17 Presenters: Read More
County: Tourism Strategic Plan Meeting Sept. 6
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County is hosting a public meeting regarding the Tourism Strategic Plan. The meeting is 6-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 6 in the UNM-LA Student Center on the upper level of Building 2.
The presentation will begin at 6:10 p.m. with the community’s input provided via keypad polling devices, which will offer instant results. An online survey will be provided following the meeting for those who are unable to attend.
The community’s insight is being sought to deepen the understanding of community values regarding tourism. The meeting Read More
Los Alamos Police Blotter: Aug. 10 To Aug. 14, 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.
JOHNNY LOWANCE
Aug. 10 at 2:14 a.m. / Johnny Lowance, 46, of Los Alamos was arrested in Rio Arriba County on an outstanding Magistrate Court warrant and an out of state warrant.
DANIEL G. ARCHULETA
Aug. 10 at 3 p.m. / Daniel G. Archuleta, 35, of Espanola was arrested on an outstanding Magistrate Court warrant.
JACOB ROMERO
Aug. 11 at 12:33 p.m. / Jacob Romero, 32, of Alcalde Read More
