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Los Alamos County Council Candidate Models Kilts

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on September 27, 2016 - 3:58 pm

Los Alamos County Council candidate Jaret McDonald models a kilt featuring maximum comfort and style. Proceeds form his modeling gig goes to his nonprofit Famine To Feast. Courtesy photo

Los Alamos County Council candidate Jaret McDonald ponders the countryside as he models a kilt. Courtesy photo

By CAROL A. CLARK

Los Alamos Daily Post

Los Alamos County Council GOP candidate Jaret McDonald has been tapped to model kilts.

“I am lucky enough to have been selected to be a kilt model in the USA for DNKE,” McDonald told the Los Alamos Daily Post.

McDonald works at Los Alamos National Laboratory Read More

Home Efficiency Expo Shares Ideas Saturday

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on September 25, 2016 - 2:39 pm

Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities’ James Alarid and Angelica Gurule show off energy saving goodies at their booth at the Home Efficiency Expo Saturday at UNM-Los Alamos. DPU sponsored the event, which showcased ways to be more energy efficient at home. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com

A representative from SunPower talks with a visitor about solar power. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com

A vender shares information at the Expo. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com

Council Candidate Chris Chandler Hosts Chats

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on September 25, 2016 - 2:37 pm

More Scenes From Canyon Rim Trail Bridge Installation

Submitted by Chris Clark on September 25, 2016 - 2:34 pm

The new pedestrian bridge being installed Sept. 16 on the Canyon Rim Trail in Los Alamos. The project invloved three cranes and some 50 workers. Photo by Chris Clark/ladailypost.com

The new pedestrian bridge being installed Sept. 16 on the Canyon Rim Trail in Los Alamos. Photo by Chris Clark/ladailypost.com

The new pedestrian bridge being installed Sept. 16 on the Canyon Rim Trail in Los Alamos. Photo by Chris Clark/ladailypost.com

The new pedestrian bridge being installed Sept. 16 on the Canyon Rim Trail in Los Alamos. Photo by Chris

County Council Notice Of Possible Quorum

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on September 24, 2016 - 2:29 pm

COUNTY News:

Members of the Los Alamos County Council may attend a data presentation at the New Mexico Youth Risk and Resiliency (NM-YRRS) Roadshow, 1-3 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 28 in Council Chambers at the Municipal Building, 1000 Central Ave.

A quorum of the council may be present, however no council action will be taken.

The NM-YRRS is a tool to assess the health risk behaviors and resiliency (protective) factors of New Mexico high school and middle school students. The NM-YRRS is part of the national CDC Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance System (YRBSS), but the survey results have widespread

Meet Top County Attorney Candidates Oct. 6

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on September 24, 2016 - 1:57 pm

COUNTY News:

Members of the public are invited to meet the top candidates vying for the position of Los Alamos County Attorney at a reception hosted by the County Council at 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 6 in the Community Room at the Golf Course. Refreshments will be served.

Becky Ehler recently retired as the County Attorney. The position is appointed by the Council. Read More

Los Alamos County Council Work Session On Capital Improvement Projects Draws Crowd

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on September 23, 2016 - 7:11 pm

COUNTY News:

The Dekker Perich Sabatini (DPS) team participated in a Los Alamos County Council work session Tuesday on the 11 capital projects being considered for a possible bond election next May.

The team spoke before a packed house with approximately 50 members of the public and County staff. Will Gleason, Principal with DPS, gave an overview of the 11 projects and initial probable cost estimates for each project.

The Council then asked questions and received clarification on each of the projects. The council requested the team continue working on the cost estimates and look for cost savings Read More

Cone Zone: Week Of Sept. 26

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on September 23, 2016 - 4:21 pm

COUNTY News:

Los Alamos County has issued the following Road Construction Update for the week of Sept. 26.

For more information about the projects listed below, e-mail lacpw@lacnm.us, call 505.662.8150, or visit the “Projects” link at www.losalamosnm.us. Please slow down and use caution within the construction work zones. Please note the below information is based on a schedule provided by the contractors and may change due to weather or other delays.

The public is welcome to attend any of the Public Works weekly project meetings; contact the Public Works Department at 505.662.8150 for Read More

Sheriff’s Office Announces New Registered Sex Offender Todd Frederick App In Los Alamos County

Submitted by Chris Clark on September 22, 2016 - 6:56 pm

Todd Frederick App

PUBLIC SAFETY News:

Los Alamos County Sheriff Marco Lucero is advising the community of a newly registered sex offender.

Todd Frederick App registered with the local sheriff’s office today. He was convicted July, 14, 1993 in the Superior Court of Pinal County, State of Arizona of 1 count of “Aggravated Sexual Assault, 1st Degree (Child Under 15).” He also was convicted of 1 count of “Attempted Kidnapping, 2nd Degree”.

App is residing at 143 Monte Rey South in White Rock.

For further information regarding registered convicted sex offenders, review the Los Alamos County Read More

P&Z Considers New Development In Quemazon

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on September 22, 2016 - 12:57 pm

At its Sept. 28 meetiing, the P&Z Commission will consider an amendment to allow development of eight homes at 4725 Quemazon. Courtesy/LAC

COUNTY News:

The Los Alamos County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a meeting at 5:30 p.m., Sept. 28 in Council Chambers at the Municipal Building, 1000 Central Park Square.

Under consideration is an amendment to allow development of eight homes at 4725 Quemazon. This is potentially important for all Quemazon residents and property owners due to its proximity to the single entrance into Quemazon and its impact on parking

Free Home Efficiency Expo UNM-LA Saturday

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on September 21, 2016 - 11:10 pm

COUNTY News:

Home owners and renters alike are invited to attend the second annual Home Efficiency Expo on Saturday, Sept. 24.

Hosted by the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities, this free event will focus on saving energy, water and money. Citizens are encouraged to drop in between the hours of 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. at UNM-Los Alamos, Student Center, Building 2 located at 4000 University Dr. in Los Alamos.

More than a dozen exhibitors will highlight water- and energy-efficient tips, retrofits and upgrades to improve the efficiency of one’s home and landscaping. Citizens will learn about renewable Read More

Los Alamos Police Blotter: Sept. 14–Sept. 20, 2016

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on September 21, 2016 - 8:03 pm

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.

JOHN LERMA

Sept. 14 at 7:38 a.m. / Police arrested John Lerma, 42, of Albuquerque at 2500 Trinity Dr., and charged him with conspiracy and issued him a summons to appear in court.

SHAWN TRUJILLO

Sept. 15 at 7:45 a.m. / Police arrested Shawn Trujillo, 19, of Chimayo at 1695 Trinity Dr., on an outstanding Magistrate Court warrant.

Sept. 15 at 1:35 p.m. / A 32-year-old Los Alamos Read More

Tips To Manage Waste To Minimize Bear Encounters

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on September 21, 2016 - 5:41 pm

One of Dr. Kathleen Ramsey’s bear cubs enjoying delicious fruit donated from Los Alamos residents. Courtesy/LAC

COUNTY News:

Bears have been making their way into residential areas in Los Alamos because of lack of food in the wild and ease of getting it out of trash roll carts.

Here are some safe practices for managing waste to minimize encounters with bears:

Avoid luring bears on to your property by maintaining any fallen fruit; bring it here to the ECO Station and help donate to Dr. Kathleen Ramsay’s bear cubs at her rehab center.
Stock up for the winter and preserve fruit by canning or drying fruit.

Range Road Improvement Work Begins Sept. 26

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on September 21, 2016 - 4:41 pm

COUNTY News:

Los Alamos County Public Works Department crews are scheduled to start work Sept. 26 on a bus turn-a-round on Range Road just north of the intersection at Aspen Drive.

The work will primarily be limited to the east shoulder of Range Road, however, motorists and pedestrians should watch for increased heavy equipment in the area. The work is anticipated to last approximately one month, weather permitting.

The Project consists of a paved bus turn-a-round off Range Road, which will provide transit service to Ponderosa Estates. Read More

MPNHP Advisory Committee Meets Thursday

Submitted by Chris Clark on September 21, 2016 - 1:29 pm

COUNTY News:

The Manhattan Project National Historical Park Advisory Committee is scheduled to meet at noon Thursday, Sept. 22 in Room 330 of the Los Alamos County Municipal Building.

The meeting is open to the publc.

Agenda:

I. Call to Order

II. Introductions

III. Update on Civic Group sign

IV. Final report from ScienceFest

V. Possible Recommendation of RV Park on DP Road

VI. Reports from subcommittees

A. Transportation

B. Signage

C. Other Attractions/Amenities

VII. Next Meeting Scheduled: TBD

VIII. Adjourn Meeting

Artist’s Statement By Kirsten Stromberg

Submitted by Chris Clark on September 20, 2016 - 2:18 pm

Paintings by Kirsten Stromberg are on display through Oct. 12 in the upstairs gallery at Mesa Public Library. Courtesy photo

By KIRSTEN STROMBERG

Artist’s Statement

Many of my earliest memories are of drawing; are those of having artistic materials in my hands.

I love to look out at the world while keeping my hands moving. I have always wished to pursue what it is that the eye sees, and how our minds synthesize direct sensory perceptions into images that convey our humanity at the point of its intersection with the natural world.

Whether wild

Pet Of The Week: Juan The Cat

Submitted by Chris Clark on September 20, 2016 - 1:59 pm

Juan the Cat, left, with a small friend, is waiting to be adopted to a good home. Courtesy photo

SHELTER News:

Juan is a distinguished 4- to 5-year-old male tabby with white markings. He was a stray living outdoors, with no known previous owner.

Juan is afraid if people approach him too closely, but he loves cats and kittens. He would like a home where he can maintain his distance until he is ready to come closer. Of course, he would love to have cat or kitten companions, too.

At the shelter, Juan has started becoming more comfortable with people who have spent

County Council Work Session On 11 Capital Improvement Projects Tomorrow

Submitted by Chris Clark on September 19, 2016 - 5:01 pm

LAC News:

At 6 p.m., Tuesday Sept. 20, at White Rock Fire Station 3, the County consultant team from Dekker Perich Sabatini (DPS) will be at the County Council work session to present updates on the 11 capital improvement projects.

Updates will include feedback that has been collected by residents, development of pre-conceptual schematic designs, cost estimates and site selection information.

Can’t make the meeting? Go to www.losalamosbondprojects2017.com for details, future meetings and sign up for our electronic newsletter to stay in the know.

Golf Course Closed For Maintenance Wednesday

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on September 19, 2016 - 3:52 pm

COUNTY News:

Los Alamos County Golf Course and driving range will be closed this Wednesday, Sept. 21 for irrigation maintenance and aerification.

The Pro Shop will be open 7 a.m. to noon. Tee times will still be available via telephone during these hours. Cottonwood on the Greens Restaurant will be open normal hours.

The Golf will resume normal operating hours Thursday Sept. 22.

For more information, contact the Golf Course Manager Sam Logan at 505.662.8139. Read More

Public Astronomy Dark Night Saturday, Sept. 24

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on September 18, 2016 - 5:48 pm

PAJARITO ASTRONOMERS News:

The Pajarito Astronomers is holding a County-sponsored Dark Night starting at 7 p.m. (sunset) Saturday, Sept. 24 at Spirio Soccer Field, Overlook Park in White Rock.

Weather permitting, the public is invited to come out, wander among the telescopes and star gaze.

Five planets will potentially be visible during the evening: