County Extension Office Pruning Workshop April 19
COUNTY EXTENSION OFFICE News:
Los Alamos County is holding a pruning workshop at 10 a.m., April 19 in the Memorial Rose Garden near Fuller Lodge.
County Extension Agent Carlos Valdez will lead the workshop.
Everyone is invited to attend and there is no charge for the event. Bring along pruning clippers and gloves, if available.
It’s a good idea to wear a long sleeve shirt or jacket … thorns can be hard on the skin. Read More
Nature Center Groundbreaking Ceremony 4 p.m. April 22
Conceptual design of the Nature Center to be built on Canyon Road. Courtesy/PEEC
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Council will host a groundbreaking ceremony for the new Nature Center at 4 p.m. Tuesday, April 22 at the project site, 2600 Canyon Road, north of the Aquatic Center.
The public is invited to attend this event, which will be jointly hosted with the Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC). PEEC has been selected as the contractor who will operate the Nature Center and provide programs to the public.
The Nature Center is planned to be approximately 6,000 square feet and will Read More
Construction Work Continues at Smith’s Marketplace
Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
COUNTY News:
Final exterior finishes are being installed on the retail shops around the perimeter of the Smith’s Marketplace site. Concrete is being poured on the interior and framing is underway for the interior and exterior at the Smith’s Marketplace Store.
The County anticipates completing roadwork at DP Road and Trinity Drive soon. Smith’s Marketplace has started work on the Mari Mac shopping Center entrance and parking lot.
There will be a Read More
2014 Primary Election – Voting Machine Certification and Preparation Notice
COUNTY News:
2014 Primary Election – Voting Machine Certification and Preparation notice.
Notice is hereby given that certification and preparation of the Absentee & Election Day Voting Machines will take place between Wednesday, April 23, 2014 and Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at the County Clerk Warehouse, 1000 Central Ave.
All party, organization representatives, and candidates may be present.
NOTE: Anyone planning to attend, must contact Election Manager Gloria Maestas or any member of the County Clerk staff at gloria.maestas@lacnm.us or 505.662.8011 for Read More
Morning Power Outage Affects Meadow Lane/Todd Loop Area
COUNTY News:
An underground line failure caused a power outage at 2:14 a.m., today in the Meadow Lane/Todd Loop area in White Rock, affecting approximately 75 Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities customers.
Power was restored by 5 a.m. to the majority of those customers and by 6:40 a.m. to all affected customers.
“The line serving this neighborhood has already been prioritized for replacement during this coming fiscal year due to its age and historical performance,” said DPU’s Project Engineer for Electric Distribution Steve Marez. Read More
Pet of the Week: Kiki the Pit Mix
Kiki needs a home. Courtesy/FOS
SHELTER News:
Kiki is a young, dark gray (blue) pit mix, medium-sized female dog estimated to be about 1.5 years old. She is a lovely, sweet dog that is somewhat intimidated by the shelter environment and may take a little time to relax around visitors.
If approached gently and slowly, she warms right up to people and loves to be petted. She is calm and caring, good with other dogs and cats, and is available for immediate adoption.
The Los Alamos Animal Shelter, 226 East Road, 505.662.8179, has a great selection of adoptable pets – see the Petfinder website Read More
Utilities Board Taps Tim Glasco to Lead Los Alamos DPU
Tim Glasco
Board of Public Utilities Vice Chair Chris Ortega announced today that the Board selected Tim Glasco to lead the Department of Public Utilities, as Utilities Manager.
The Board’s selection will go to Los Alamos County Council April 29 for approval. If approved, Glasco will replace Utilities Manager John Arrowsmith who plans to retire from the Department in July.
Approximately 25 applications from around the country were received for the Utilities Manager position. Applications were screened by the Board, the Council Liaison and County Administrator Harry Burgess. Read More
Walkup Aquatic Center Busy 9:30-11:30 a.m. Friday
The Walkup Aquatic Center will be very busy with kids Friday. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
The Walkup Aquatic Center will host 275 4th and 5th grade recreation swimmers 9:30-11:30 a.m. Friday, April 11. The pool will be extremely busy during that time period.
Both the obstacle course and the diving boards will be open.
Kids will pack the pool 9:30-11:30 a.m., Friday at the Walkup Aquatic Center. Courtesy/LAC Read More
Los Alamos Police Blotter: April 3 To April 9, 2014
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.
JONATHON KLEBESADEL
April 3 at 10:30 a.m. / Police arrested Jonathon Klebesadel, 22, of Los Alamos at 1203 9th St., and charged him with possession of marijuana.
JORDAN MILLER
April 3 at 10:30 a.m. / Police arrested Jordan Miller, 19, of Los Alamos at 1203 9th St., and charged her with possession of marijuana.
April 4 at 7:48 a.m. / A 42-year-old Velarde woman reported that Read More
Los Alamos Police Issue Fraud Alert
POLICE Alert:
It has come to the attention of the Los Alamos County Police Department that a male using various names is posing as a police officer of Los Alamos County, Santa Fe County and other police agencies. The male is calling residences, usually home phones, using different stories coercing the people he is calling into transferring money to him over the phone or computer.
The common false stories he is using include:
- “You have missed court or mandatory jury duty and now have a warrant for your arrest.”
- “We have your son/daughter/grandchild/spouse in custody and in
Public Meetings Set to View Teen Center Conceptual Floor Plans, Exterior Renderings and Site Plans
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County is hosting two public information meetings Wednesday, April 16 to reveal conceptual floor plans, exterior renderings and site plans for the new Los Alamos Teen Center:
3-5 p.m. for teens – at the current Teen Center in the lower level of the Trinity On the Hill Episcopal Church; and
5:30-7 p.m. for resident – at the Community Building, 20th and Central Avenue (future Teen Center site) to update residents on the design of the new Los Alamos Teen Center.
The same material will be presented at each meeting.
The design for the new Teen Center is underway and Read More
Reminder: Deadline Approaching For ED Board Vacancies
COUNTY News:
The deadline is quickly approaching for those interested in volunteering time to represent Los Alamos County on one of two economic development boards that have openings on their Board of Directors.
Both the Regional Development Corporation (RDC) and the North Central New Mexico Economic Development District (NMNMEDD) have vacancies and have asked the County Council to forward recommendations to them.
To be considered, submit a one-page letter of interest to County Administrator Harry Burgess no later than 5 p.m. Monday, April 14.
For details, visit the County’s News Read More
Los Alamos Commercial Airline Service Celebrates First Year Anniversary Today
Airport Manager Peter Soderquist takes a moment this morning to celebrate the one year ‘birthday’ of commercial airline service between Los Alamos and Albuquerque with a special cake dropped off by County staff for Soderquist and customers to enjoy. Soderquist announced Friday that a new flight schedule will take effect May 12, changing some of the weekday and weekend flight times based on customer feedback. To review the new schedule, visit FlyLosAlamos.com. Courtesy/LAC
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NCRTD Board Elects Three New Officers
NCRTD News:
The Board of Directors of the North Central Regional Transit District (NCRTD) has elected three members to serve as officers for the District.
Daniel R. Barrone, Taos County Commissioner, District 1, was re-elected to the post of NCRTD Board Chair;
Miguel M. Chavez, Santa Fe County Commissioner, District 2, will now serve as Vice Chair; and
Dennis Tim Salazar, City of Española Councilor, is the newly elected Treasurer/Secretary. NCRTD officers are elected to serve a two-year term.
The North Central Regional Transit District provides Read More
Good Times Rolled at Los Alamos Summer Concert Series Fundraiser Friday Night
Concert promoter Russ Gordon and his wife welcome community members to Friday’s fundraiser at the Posse Lodge for which all proceeds go to the Summer Concert Series. Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Dancing gets underway at Friday night’s fundraiser. Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Bidders check out silent auction items. Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Staff Report
Friday night’s fundraiser for the Los Alamos Summer Concert Series drew a large crowd to the Posse Lodge.
DK & the Affordables performed with special guest musicians Eddy Partridge of the Nomads and Read More
Los Alamos County Adjusts Commuter Flight Schedule
Airport Manager Peter Soderquist. Photo by Leslie Bucklin
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County applauded the one-year anniversary of New Mexico Airlines’ commercial airline service between Los Alamos and Albuquerque, during its Friday meeting, and recognized all of the important general aviation-related contributions that the Los Alamos Airport brings to the community and Northern New Mexico.
The Council also issued a proclamation declaring the Month of April “Aviation Month” in Los Alamos County.
Airport Manager Peter Soderquist accepted the proclamation and announced Read More
Los Alamos County Council Special Session April 17
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Council will hold a special session at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 17 in Council Chambers at the Municipal Building, 1000 Central Ave.
The purpose of the special session is to discuss Charter Review issues.
The meeting is open to the public. Read More
County Hazard Mitigation Plan Gets Underway
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County is developing a Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP) Update to their 2006 plan. The purpose of this LHMP Update is to assess risk to natural hazards, implement actions to reduce future losses, and maintain eligibility for federal mitigation funds in accordance with the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000.
Most people who live or work in Los Alamos County have been affected by natural hazards in one way or another. The County and its residents are vulnerable to a variety of hazards including wildfire, flood, earthquake, dam failure and severe weather events.
The rising Read More
Sarov, Russia Sends Gift To Los Alamos County Council
Los Alamos County Communications & Public Relations Administrator/Public Information Officer Julie Habiger holds a gift from the Sister City of Sarov to the Los Alamos County Council, which was presented today by Desta Parkinson on behalf of her sister Summer Shelley who brought it back from Russia. The gift will be placed in a display case at the Los Alamos Municipal Building. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
Council Tables Withdrawal of Historic Sculptures Master Plan … Will Revisit In June Time Frame
The Los Alamos County Council voted 7-0 during today’s noon-time meeting to table the motion that Council withdraw the Historic Sculptures Master Plan as an official document that guides the work of County boards, commission and staff. Concern was expressed with how the County could fund the plan and other types of public art while ensuring the collection includes a wide variety spread throughout the community. Council likely will revisit the issue at a meeting in June. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
President Ron Wilkins of the Los Alamos Historical Society Board of Directors Read More
