County Update On Cajete Fire Evacuated Animals
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County just issued an update on evacuation efforts for animals displaced by the Cajete Fire burning in the Jemez.
Several dogs have already been reunited with their owners and housing continues for a variety of other animals.
Owners are asked to stop by the Los Alamos County Animal Shelter and pick up their animals if they are able to return home at this point, or, to call the Animal Shelter 505-662.8179 and give the staff an anticipated pick up time. This would help staff in planning for volunteers and food needed to continue to take care of the animals, as well as making plans Read More
Los Alamos Tourism Group Meets Wednesday
Notice Of Possible Quorum: County Council Tuesday
Leadership Los Alamos Accepting Registrations Through June 30 For Class Of 2017-18
KayLinda Crawford is a graduate of the 2016-17 Leadership Los Alamos program. Photo by Martha Katko
LLA News:
Leadership Los Alamos is accepting applications for its 2017-18 program, which gets underway in September.
To date, LLA has graduated more than 250 leaders who are making a difference in this community. LLA is seeking to fill this year’s class with approximately 24 committed individuals who want to learn more and continue this fine tradition.
The program begins with a two-day orientation Sept. 8-9. The deadline to apply for the program is June 30.
What recent graduates
Letter To The Editor: Wayfinder Meeting Takeaway
By BRADY BURKEHere are my take aways from the June 15 Los Alamos County Wayfinder presentation.
Attendance at the 95 percent design phase – two Project people (County rep and Merje consultant), one County Councilor (David Izraelevitz) as a citizen, one stakeholder and two citizens, me and another woman.
ProjectY Cowork Celebrates First Year Anniversary!
projectY cowork Director Lauren McDaniel, right, gives a group from Leadership Los Alamos a recent tour of the coworking space. Courtesy photo
projectY cowork Director Lauren McDaniel speaks about the Los Alamos coworking space during the National Main Street Conference in Pittsburgh earlier this year, highlighting how the private, non-profit space got started as part of a community collaboration between the Los Alamos Commerce & Development Corporation, Los Alamos County, LANL Feynman Center for Innovation and Community Partnerships Office, and Central Park Square’s Philip Read More
Arts In Public Places Board Meets 5:30 p.m. Thursday
COUNTY News:
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PUBLIC COMMENT This section of the agenda is reserved for comments from the public on items that are not otherwise included in this agenda.
3. APP BOARD BUSINESS A. 9574-17 Minutes from the Arts in Public Places Board Meeting May 25, 2017 A – Draft Minutes from May 25, 2017Attachments:
4. CURRENT PROJECTS Update on the Golf Course Hanging Glass Sculpture A. 9606-17 Presenters: Susan Schillaci WR Pottery Project – educational plaque and brochure report B. 9576-17 Presenters: Libby Carlsten Update on re-location of Smart House ArtworkC. 9607-17 Presenters: Read More
Canceled: County Personnel Board Meeting
Daily Postcard: Firetruck Hangs United States Flag
Daily Postcard: A Los Alamos County firetruck hangs the United States flag Friday morning in preparation for the Los Alamos Fire Department Cadet Academy Class #27 graduation at the White Rock Baptist Church on N.M. 4. This picture pretty much says it all about our town and our country… Photo by Christine Peters Read More
County Update And Scenes From Cajete Fire
The fire plume of the Cajete Fire in the Jemez. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
A large helicopter making water drops today, makes a turn and disappears into the cloud of smoke. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Fire Marshal Jeff Wetteland talks to Capt. Tracy Stidham and Danny Archuleta. The LAFD’s presence at the Cajete Fire is to provide backup to the Forest Service, should it be needed, to fight structure fires if any occur and provide help with mop up. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County has issued an update on the number of evacuated Read More
Undersheriff John N. Horne Has Died
Undersheriff John N. Horne
From Sheriff Marco Lucero:
It is with deep regret and sadness that I announce the passing of Los Alamos County Undersheriff John N. Horne.
Undersheriff Horne was found by his father early this afternoon in his home.
Undersheriff Horne was an honorable man who serve the community. His Christian faith was his anchor, and we know that he is being welcomed into the Kingdom.
I ask for your good thoughts and prayers for his surviving father John L. Horne to help him in his grief. Read More
Scenes From Art Dedication At Aquatic Center
County staff, members of the Art in Public Places (APP) Board and members of the community turned out for the dedication ceremoney for the artwork ‘Denizens of the Deep’ Thursday at the Larry R. Walkup Aquatic Center. The artwork, created by local artist Richard Swenson, features sea creatures forged out of discarded machinery parts. Swenson donated the pieces to the aquatic center. From left: APP Board Vice Chair Jeremy Smith, former APP Board Chair Steve Foltyn, Artist Richard Swenson, APP Board Chair Susie Schillaci, County Council Chair David Izraelevitz and APP Board Member Read More
ALERT: Important Message From Los Alamos County Emergency Management
COUNTY News:
We are aware of individuals who are organizing various food and water drives for firefighters working at the Cajete fire in the Jemez Mountains. The number of phone calls and offers to assist them, as well as your response to help Los Alamos County with the evacuated animals we are receiving at the local shelter has been truly overwhelming both yesterday and today.
With the Cerro Grande and the Las Conchas fires in our history, we understand the trauma and impact that a wildfire can have on families, friends and neighbors. We all want to help.
However, we must ask for your support in allowing Read More
Cajete Fire: Los Alamos County Responds To Request From Sandoval County For Help With Displaced Animals
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County’s Animal Shelter staff are responding to a request received overnight from the Sandoval County emergency response team to assist Animal Amigos with evacuation of animals being impacted by the Cajete Fire burning in the Jemez Mountains.
Animal Shelter staff relocated animals that were being housed in the County’s shelter to the Santa Fe animal shelter this morning in preparation for intake of these evacuated animals, which are expected to be small domesticated dogs, cats, rabbits or chickens rather than large animals such as horses; however, the local stable Read More
Take A Free Ride On Summer Concert Bus Tonight!
COUNTY News:
Don’t forget! You can catch a ride to and from the Summer Concerts using the extended services provided by the DWI Planning Council and Atomic City Transit. Save the hassle and stay safe.
Route schedules and maps can be found on the ACT website: https://www.losalamosnm.us/government/departments/public_works/atomic_city_transit/
Remember – regular weekday service runs until 7 p.m., so check those schedules if you want to get there early. Read More
Lisa Brenner And Son File Suit Against County
By MAIRE O’NEILLLos Alamos resident Lisa Brenner and her son, Patrick Brenner, filed a complaint for declaratory judgment ordering production of copies of emails sent or received May 15 by Los Alamos County Councilors. The suit is against Los Alamos County Council and its Designated Custodian of Public Records Barb Ricci.
The Brenners’ attorney is A. Blair Dunn of Western Agriculture, Resource and Business Advocates and the case has been assigned to First Judicial District Judge Sarah Singleton. The suit indicates Patrick Brenner emailed Ricci at 5:30 p.m. May Read More
Los Alamos Daily Post Sponsors Red Elvises Tonight!
Igor and the Red Elvises play Ashley Pond at 7 p.m. today. Courtesy photoThe Los Alamos County Summer Concert Series presents Igor and the Red Elvises at 7 p.m. today and we’re proud and happy to tell you it is “Los Alamos Daily Post Night!”
A whole lot of Los Alamosians have seen the Red Elvises and I imagine that many of them will be at the Pond Friday. I think they’ve played for us 17 times and I’ve reserved a date with them for next year. If you haven’t caught this band, I suggest you join their fans. This is Los Alamos’ favorite band!
The Red Elvises play Read More
Science Of The Solstice Talk At Nature Center June 20
Celebrate the longest day of the year with a talk on the Science of the Solstice June 20 at the Los Alamos Nature Center. Courtesy/PEEC
PEEC News:
Want to learn more about the longest day of the year? Come to the Los Alamos Nature Center Planetarium for a presentation on the Science of the Solstice at 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 20.
Dr. Rick Wallace will discuss the astronomical significance of the sun, summer solstice, and its resulting seasons. If weather holds, he will also bring out his solar telescope.
Wallace has a Ph.D. in Astronomy and Astrophysics from the University of California at Santa Cruz (Lick Read More
Los Alamos County Hosts Community Bike Ride
A group of cyclists take part in Thursday’s Los Alamos County community bike ride. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
STAFF REPORT:
About 20 people strapped on their bicycle helmets and climbed on their bikes Thursday to take part in Los Alamos County’s community bike ride.
The 3-mile ride was originally scheduled for May 19 but needed to be rescheduled due to the weather. The new date coincided with the 12th Annual National Dump the Pump Day. Additionally, the community bike ride followed on the heels of the County’s presentation during its work session Read More
