Pet of the Week: Evee The Cat
Evee the cat. Courtesy/FOS
SHELTER News:
Evee is a 3-year-old spayed female cat surrendered for adoption when her home experienced some hard times.
She is good with adults and quiet older children. Evee pretty much ignores the other shelter cats. She dislikes loud noises. Evee might need some time to warm up to new people, but at the shelter, she is already enjoying gentle pets from volunteers. No dogs, please!
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. For information about Read More
Open Space Management Plan Presentation Jan. 14
Pueblo Canyon is a core of Los Alamos Open Space. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Open Space Specialist Craig Martin will present the Open Space Management Plan at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 14 at PEEC (3540 Orange St.).
Craig Martin
The Los Alamos Open Space Management Plan suggests pulling together a variety of County-owned land under various zoning designations to clearly define the Los Alamos Open Space System.
The purpose of the plan is to identify the key features of County open space that make Los Alamos a desirable place to live and visit, and to outline ways to protect those
Los Alamos Teen Center Design Nears Completion
Conceptual Floor Plan of the main floor in the Community Building. Courtesy/LAC
Conceptual Floor Plan of lower level of the Community Building. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Design is nearing completion on the new Los Alamos Teen Center in the Community Building at 20th Street and Central Avenue.
Construction documents went out for bid Dec. 21 and are scheduled to go before the Country Council for construction contract consideration in late January or early February. Construction on the new Teen Center is anticipated to start in March 2015.
As part of this project, the fiber line that runs from Read More
New Nature Center Nears Substantial Completion
Los Alamos County Nature Center construction is taking shape on Canyon Road. Courtesy/LAC
Exterior painting, sidewalks and landscaping remain on the new Los Alamos County Nature Center construction project. Painting, light and plumbing fixtures, mechanical controls and low voltage wiring work remains on the interior. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Nature Center building is planned to reach substantial completion by mid-January.
The planetarium dome installation was complete just before the Thanksgiving holiday. Painting, light and plumbing fixtures, mechanical Read More
Council Approves 2015 State Legislative Agenda
COUNTY News:
A motion was made at the Dec. 9 Los Alamos County Council meeting by Councilor Rick Reiss and seconded by Council Vice Chair Kristin Henderson, that Council adopt the 2015 State Legislative Agenda.
The motion passed unanamously by all seven councilors.
Each year, Council adopts a State Legislative Agenda. This document is used as a guide for the County’s intergovernmental efforts. The State Legislative Agenda provides direction from the County Council to staff and its legislative support contractor when working with various State officials and entities, providing Read More
Atomic City Transit Issues Ridership Report
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Los Alamos Police Blotter: Dec. 12 To Dec. 22, 2014
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.
Dec. 12 at 3:58 p.m. / A 43-year-old Los Alamos woman reported that she is the victim of embezzlement on Rover Boulevard. The estimated loss is less than $2,500.
SHAWN DERYKE
Dec. 12 at 12:40 p.m. / Police arrested Shawn Deryke, 45, of Los Alamos at 2356 45th St., on an outstanding Magistrate Court warrant.
Dec. 18 at 9:47 a.m. / A 32-year-old Los Alamos woman reported that she is the victim Read More
Construction Progresses On White Rock Library
Construction progresses on the new White Rock Branch Library at the corner of Sherwood Boulevard and N.M. 4. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
STAFF REPORT
The White Rock Branch Library is a full service branch that opened in 1985 in a 1,400 square foot storefront building. The library moved to its current location at 133 Longview Dr. in 1987. In 1996, the building was remodeled adding additional square footage for an approximate total of 4,000 square feet. In 2007 the library was renovated.
In 2010, as part of Los Alamos County’s Capital Read More
Luminarias Surround Ashley Pond
Luminarias surround Ashley Pond Christmas Eve enhancing the annual light display for residents and holiday visitors alike. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
County OKs Canyon Rim Trail Alignment Alternative 3
During its final meeting of 2014 on Dec. 16, Council approved 6-0 a motion made by Councilor Rick Reiss and seconded by Councilor David Izraelevitz to direct staff to move forward with Canyon Rim Trail Design Alignment Alternative 3. Councilor Steven Girrens attended the meeting by telephone but had to leave the meeting prior to this vote. Councilors from left, Fran Berting, David Izraelevitz, Chair Geoff Rodgers, Vice Chair Kristin Henderson, Pete Sheehey and Rick Reiss. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Diagram of the three alignment alternatives for Canyon Rim Trail. Courtesy/LAC Read More
Pet of the Week: Mitchell The Dog
Mitchell the dog. Courtesy/LAC
SHELTER News:
Mitchell is a young male foxhound mix who will be available after his veterinary update Jan. 5.
He was found roaming on Mitchell Trail, but no family has come to claim him. He is house trained and loves small dogs. He is afraid of large dogs.
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. For information about volunteering, adopting and donating and learning more about special needs animals and cats and dogs in foster care, visit www.lafos.org Read More
Burgess Now County ‘Manager’ Not ‘Administrator’
County Manager Harry Burgess
COUNTY News:
The official title for Harry Burgess is now County Manager rather than County Administrator.
This change is part of several for charter amendments passed by voters in the Nov. 4 General Election.
Los Alamos County is now in line with New Mexico’s 32 other counties, all of which call their top official “manager” rather than “administrator”. Read More
Los Alamos County Responds To News Story About New Mexico Airlines Under FAA Investigation
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County officials commented on a news story circulating on KOAT Channel 7 this morning regarding New Mexico Airlines.
“Operation of the airline – including the number of planes that are flying – is a decision that is made by officials of New Mexico Airlines,” said Los Alamos County Airport Manager David Ploeger.
Ploeger said the County has a contract for services that is limited to providing air service and that as long as the airlines is serving the route between Los Alamos and Albuquerque, they are in compliance with the terms of their contract. New Mexico Airlines resumed Read More
Los Alamos County Holiday Hours Announced
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County administrative offices will be closed in observance of Christmas Day, Dec. 25 and New Year’s Day, Jan. 1.
The following County Facilities also will have modified hours and services:
311 Customer Care Center
The 311 windows will close at 3 p.m., Dec. 24 so that staff can close drawers and wrap up all daily required business before leaving.
Eco Station
Closed Christmas Day and New Year’s Day
No trash or recycling collection. Alternate Pick-up Days:
- For Christmas Day – Wednesday, Dec. 24,
- For New Year’s
New Mexico Airlines Resumes LA / ALB Flights
NMA News:
New Mexico Airlines resumed flights Friday afternoon between Los Alamos and Albuquerque and apologizes to travelers who may have experienced canceled flights between Dec. 4 and Dec. 19.
Parking at the Los Alamos County Airport is free and departures are coordinated with the most popular daily flights from Albuquerque. Check in 30 minutes before takeoff and 20 minutes later the plane is touching down at the Sunport.
Direct questions about a canceled flight or reservation to the airlines office at 888.564.6119.
County Quarterly Green Waste/Bulk Collection Schedule
Couch on a curb. Courtesy photo
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County announces its quarterly green waste and bulk collection winter schedule:
- Jan. 5 to Jan. 9: Barranca Mesa, Ponderosa Estates, Loma Linda, Hawks Landing
- Jan.12 to Jan. 16: Quemazon, Sandia, Trinity, Orange, Nickel
- Jan. 19 to Jan. 23: North Mesa
- Jan. 26 to Jan. 30 Walnut, Yucca, Urban, Town Site
- Feb. 2 to Feb. 6 Rover, Old Town, Meadow Lane
- Feb. 9 to Feb.13 La Vista
- Feb. 16 to Feb.20 Pajarito Acres
Remember:
- One pickup per household;
- Set items close to curb – avoid placing items under power lines;
- Available to residents with weekly curb side
New Councilor Hosts Celebration At Unquarked
Dist. 43 Rep. Stephanie Garcia Richard, left, and newly sworn Los Alamos County Councilor Susan O’Leary Friday at Unquarked The Wine Room in Central Park Square following the official swearing in ceremony of newly elected officials at the Municipal Building. O’Leary hosted the gathering, which included elected officials from both sides of the aisle as well as many friends and supporters from throughout the community. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Local attorney George Chandler, Councilor Pete Sheehey and newly sworn County Assessor Ken Milder toast during Friday’s Read More
Scenes From Friday’s Swearing In Ceremony
Municipal Judge Alan Kirk delivers the Oath of Office to County Councilor James Chrobocinski, surrounded by his grandfather and namesake James Bramble, 94, who has lived in Los Alamos since the Manhattan Project era of the 1940s, his wife Jacqueline and their son JJ. Community members, County staff, family and friends attended Friday’s special ‘swearing in’ ceremony for newly elected officials in Council Chambers, inside the Municipal Building. Chrobocinski was sworn in along with County Councilors David Izraelevitz, Susan O’Leary and Rick Read More
Atomic City Transit Announces Holiday Schedule
COUNTY News:
Atomic City Transit has announced that buses will not be in service Thursday, Dec. 25 and Thursday, Jan. 1 in observance of the Christmas and New Year’s holiday.
Mornning and afternoon Enhanced Service will not operate from Dec. 24 through Jan. 2. However, buses will continue to run as scheduled every hour. Full service resumes Monday, Jan. 5.
Atomic City Transit will provide free Dial-a-Ride service 5 p.m. to 2 a.m. New Year’s Eve, to and from any location within Los Alamos County. Call 661-RIDE now or anytime on New Year’s Eve to request a ride. Don’t Drink and Drive, Dial-a-Ride! Read More
