Leisure Pool Inches Closer To Consideration
Audience members in favor of the leisure pool raise their hands. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Shelby Redondo, one of the original petitioners, speaks in favor of the leisure pool. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Staff Report
After hearing much public comment and receiving a petition of more than 700 people in support of a leisure pool this evening in Council Chambers, Council voted 7-0 to move the issue forward.
In its motion, Council voted to acknowledge the petition, thank the petitioners for their recommendations and requests, and take action that allows Council to Read More
Los Alamos County Lobbyist Scott Scanland Briefs Council On 2015 Legislative Session
Los Alamos County Lobbyist Scott Scanland briefs Council on the 2015 Legislative Session. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Los Alamos County Clerk Sharon Stover joins County Lobbyist Scott Scanland to answer procedural questions related to the clerk’s office, during this evening’s meeting. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.comCounty Council Issues Proclamation Declaring May 2, 2015 ‘Clean Up Los Alamos Day’
From left, Environmental Services Manager Angelica Gurule, Environmental Sustainabilty Board Co-Chair Sarah Terrill and Public Works Director Philo Shelton accept a proclamation from Councilor Rick Reiss on behalf of Council declaring May 2 as ‘Clean Up Los Alamos Day’ in Los Alamos County. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Staff Report
The Los Alamos County Council issued a proclamation at this evening’s Council meeting declaring Saturday, May 2 as “Clean Up Los Alamos Day” in Los Alamos County.
Environmental Services Manager Angelica Gurule Read More
Workers Apply Exterior Tiles To New White Rock Library
Workers are busy applying tile to the exterior of the new White Rock Branch Library on Sherwood Boulevard and N.M. 4. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
STAFF REPORT
Now that all the glass is installed, workers are busy applying tile to the exterior of the 10,500-square-foot new White Rock Branch Library on Sherwod Boulevard at N.M. 4.
Work also continues on the adjacent Youth Activity Center remodeling project. The White Rock Library/Youth Activity Center is an approved project budgeted within the FY2013 Capital Improvement Program funds. Read More
Treat 15th Street / Central Intersection As 4-Way Stop
COUNTY News:
Public Works Traffic Division staff were replacing the traffic signal control cabinet Monday at the 15th Street and Central Avenue intersection when issues arose while installing the cabinet.
Crews have been troubleshooting the new cabinet, however, if these efforts fail another existing cabinet from the Division’s inventory will be installed. Signal operation should be restored by 5 p.m. Wednesday.
During the replacement, the traffic signal will be dark and the intersection will operate as a four-way stop. Motorists should expect minor delays.Direct questions or concerns Read More
Matching Lights, Benches And Trash Containers Line Downtown Los Alamos
Benches, trash containers and street lights in matching gray tones have been installed in downtown Los Alamos as part of the Central Avenue Revitalization Project. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
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Meadow Lane Construction Underway In White Rock
COUNTY News:
The contractor for the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities will begin phase 1 construction this week on Meadow Lane in White Rock.
A new underground primary electric line is being installed to improve reliability to the surrounding neighborhoods.
Beginning at the north end of the 600 block on Meadow Lane and extending to Grand Canyon Road, crews will trench along the east shoulder to install the new line. Two-way traffic on Meadow Lane will be maintained at all times.
Ingress and egress to all properties also will be maintained. The expected duration of Read More
Details For Nature Center Grand Opening April 22
Los Alamos Nature Center. Courtesy/PEEC
COUNTY News:
The public is invited to join the Los Alamos County Council, Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC), and the Art in Public Places Board for the grand opening of the new Nature Center on Earth Day.
The highly anticipated celebration will take place at 2 p.m., April 22. The Nature Center is located just north of the Aquatic Center at 2600 Canyon Road. Artists Greg Reiche and Travis Black will be attending the event, which features a combined building and public art dedication. After brief remarks, the building and its artwork will be Read More
2015 Summer Concert Series Kicks Off May 15!
View of the White Rock sky. Photo by Katy Korkos
Eric ‘Magic Fingers’ McFadden kicks off this year’s Summer Concert Series May 15 at Overlook Park in White Rock. Courtesy/www.ericmcfadden.com
MUSIC News:
Los Alamos County’s first summer concert begins with guitar-playing virtuoso Eric McFadden at 7 p.m. Friday, May 15 at Overlook Park in White Rock.
The Summer Concert Series is presented free to the public by the County of Los Alamos and area businesses, professionals and neighbors.
The Series is coordinated and managed by Russ Gordon of Gordons’ Concerts. This Read More
Regional Coalition Of LANL Communities Gathers Friday Morning In Española
Assistant Manager Pete Maggiore of NNSA’s Environmental Projects Office at the Los Alamos Field Office gives a presentation at Friday’s RCLC meeting in Española City Chambers. Photo by Eric Vasquez/valleydailypost.com
Staff Report
The Regional Coalition Of LANL Communities (RCLC) met Friday morning in the Española City Chambers at 405 N. Paseo de Oñate.
RCLC members heard an update on activities of the New Mexico Congressional Delegation. The members also heard presentations from Assistant Manager Pete Maggiore of NNSA’s Environmental Projects Office at the Los Read More
Los Alamos Police Blotter: April 3 To April 8, 2015
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.
ROBERT JULIAN RODRIGUEZ
April 3 at 9:22 p.m. / Police arrested Robert Julian Rodriguez, 24 of Espanola at 2500 Trinity Dr., on an outstanding District Court warrant.
JOSE LUIS SANCHEZ-MORALES
April 3 at 9:46 a.m. / Police arrested Jose Luis Sanchez-Morales, 18 of Espanola on 20th Street and Trinity Drive and charged him with possession of marijuana.
April 3 at Read More
Pet Of The Week: Raccoon The Cat
Raccoon the cat. Courtesy/FOS
SHELTER News:
Raccoon is a gorgeous Siamese mix with pretty blue eyes who was found roaming in White Rock.
His family never came for him, so off he went for a veterinary update. He is now ready for a new home with adults and gentle children. He is doing well in the communal cat room at the shelter, where he enjoys visits from adults and gentle children.
The Los Alamos Animal Shelter, 226 East Road, 505.662.8179, has a great selection of adoptable pets; see the Petfinder website for photos here. All adoptable pets are micro-chipped, spayed or neutered, and
Los Alamos County Sheriff’s Office Gains New Deputies
Sheriff Marco Lucero administers the oath of office to John Horne Sr., left, and James Leach. Courtesy photo
SHERIFF”S OFFICE News:
The Los Alamos County Sheriff’s Office has announced the hiring of two new deputy sheriffs.
Deputy John Horne Sr. and Deputy James Leach were sworn into office March 30 by Sheriff Marco Lucero.
“I am proud to have these two well qualified officers as part of the Sheriff’s Office,” Lucero said. “Deputy Horne is a retired lieutenant with 19 years of service with the New Mexico Mounted Patrol. Deputy Leach is a retired Read More
Los Alamos County Council Seeks Manhattan Project National Historical Park Ad Hoc Committee Members
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Council affirmed its commitment Tuesday evening to give full support and immediate attention to a new Council goal recently adopted – the creation of the Manhattan Project National Historical Park here in Los Alamos – by setting up a new Council ad hoc committee devoted to the project.
They are looking for representatives from Los Alamos or White Rock who are interested in serving in one of six committee positions that are open: three business community (retail, hospitality, service) and three community-at-large members. These six members will be appointed Read More
Property Tax Reminder: Second Half Due In May
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County would like to remind property owners that the second installment for 2014 property tax bills becomes delinquent after Monday, May 11.
Payment must either be made in person at the 311 Customer Care Center by 5 p.m., May 11 or postmarked by midnight that same day to avoid late payment penalty and interest charges.
The 311 Customer Care Center is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday inside the Municipal Building lobby at 1000 Central Ave. Payments may be mailed to P.O. Box 99, Los Alamos, NM 87544. Payments are also accepted through a property Read More
Community Invited To Los Alamos Nature Center Grand Opening, Dedication And Ribbon Cutting April 22
San Bar Striping Scheduled To Stripe NM502/Trinity Drive From Pojoaque To Diamond Drive
COUNTY News:
San Bar Striping is scheduled to stripe NM502 (Trinity Drive) from Pojoaque to Diamond Drive.
San Bar Striping should be in the Los Alamos area around mid-day Tuesday, April 7 to begin the work.
Motorists are asked to use caution during the striping operation and the presence of wet paint along Trinity Drive. The County thanks the community and visitors in advance for their continued cooperation and patience.
Direct questions or concerns to the Public Works Department at 505.662.8150 or email to lacpw@lacnm.us. Read More
County Workers Remove Old Roots On Central
County workers Friday remove large roots from the grass area between Central Avenue and the Municipal Building parking lot. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Workers dug up this large pile of roots. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
White Rock Library/Youth Activity Center Update
The entryway is taking shape at the new White Rock Branch Library on Sherwood Boulevard at N.M. 4. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
The stairs are formed leading to the Youth Center being remodeled adjacent to the new White Rock Branch Library. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
The new White Rock Branch Library is taking shape. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
New Signage Going Up Around Town
A new sign has been installed on 15th Street directing folks to the nearby Visitor Center. The County is discussing a signage plan to help direct tourists around town when the Manhattan Project National Historical Park opens in Los Alamos. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
