Tuesday’s Public Meeting on New Nature Center Answers Many Questions
Architect Matt Ackerman of Catalyst Architecture, LLC briefs the audience on the latest details of the new Nature Center. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Nature Center Project Manager Steve Huebner explains that the building was moved around quite a lot to find the ‘sweet spot … where it belonged.’ Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Architect Matt Ackerman, kneeling, traveled from his headquarters in Prescott, Ariz., to join Project Manager Steve Huebner at Tuesday’s public meeting. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Los Alamos Police Blotter Jan. 9 to Jan. 15, 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.
ROWENA MACDONALD
Jan. 9 at 10:47 a.m. / Police arrested Rowena MacDonald, 47, of Los Alamos at 2500 Trinity. Dr., on an outstanding warrant from another jurisdiction.
MATTHEW TRUJILLO
Jan. 9 at 6:44 p.m. / Police arrested Mathew Trujillo, 55, of Los Alamos at 2500 Trinity Dr., on an outstanding Magistrate Court warrant.
Jan. 9 at 8:50 p.m. / A 21-year-old Espanola man reported Read More
Last Call for 4-12 Grader Entries for Los Alamos County Science & Engineering Fair!
Participants in the 2013 Los Alamos County Science and Engineering Fair. Photo by Tommy Martinez
LAPS News:
This is the last call for 4-12th grader entries for the annual Los Alamos County Science and Engineering Fair. The Fair is Saturday, Jan. 25 in the Los Alamos High School Commons Area.
LAPS students, Home School students and teachers in grades K-12 will display projects in 4-5th grade individual elementary, K-6th grade elementary class, 6-8th grade junior division and 9-12th grade senior division. The public is invited to view the projects 1-3 p.m.Jan. 25.
The elementary projects are Read More
Notice of Possible Quorum
COUNTY News:
A quorum may be present at 6 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 28 when County Councilors have their 2014 photo taken in Council Chambers at 1000 Central Ave.
No Council action will be taken.
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DPU Warns Customers of Phishing Scam
Example of a suspect email sent to a DPU customer. Courtesy/DPU
DPU News:
Officials with Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities warn Los Alamos customers not to open any links or attachments in an email that’s part of a nationwide phishing scam.
Several customers notified DPU that they are in receipt of emails from either Atmos Energy or Pacific Gas & Electric. The email claims that customers owe a balance for electric and gas services and provides a link to view a statement. Clicking on the link may take customers to a website that could potentially download viruses or harbor malware. Read More
White Rock Streetlight Banners Installed on N.M. 4
Streetlight banners were installed today on the poles lining N.M. 4 in White Rock. County photographer/graphic designer Leslie Bucklin created the banners from photographs she has taken of the area, which compliment the banners she created that are lining Central Avenue in Los Alamos. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Staff Report
Streetlight banners were installed on poles lining N.M. 4 in White Rock today. County photographer/graphic designer Leslie Bucklin created the banners from photographs Read More
Los Alamos County Administrator Issues Statement on Police Lawsuit
Harry Burgess
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Administrator Harry Burgess issued the following statement today with regard to Wednesday’s filing of a lawsuit against the County by two former Los Alamos police commanders and a detective:
“Late Wednesday afternoon we were notified by media that the law office of George Geran chose to release to them a lawsuit supposedly filed against the County by three current/former LAPD officers.
“As of yesterday afternoon, the lawsuit had still not been served on Los Alamos County. I would like to state that the majority of the Read More
Financial Stability Continues to be Major Goal for Los Alamos County in 2014
Local business leaders listen as Los Alamos County Administrator Harry Burgess presents his annual ‘State of the County’ address at the Chamber Business Breakfast today. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.comLos Alamos County Administrator Harry Burgess presented his annual “State of the County” address at the first Chamber Business Breakfast of 2014, held today at UNM-Los Alamos.
Harry Burgess. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
Financial stability continues to be a major goal for Los Alamos County, Read More
Los Alamos Utilities Manager Announces Retirement
John Arrowsmith
John Arrowsmith is announcing his upcoming retirement at tonight’s Los Alamos County Utilities Board meeting in the Municipal Building, 1000 Central Ave.
Arrowsmith submitted the following letter to the Utilities Board:
“This letter is to inform you that I intend to retire during calendar year 2014. Although my official retirement date will be December 31, 2014, with accrued leave I will be eligible to leave by approximately July 15.
I appreciate the opportunity I’ve had to lead the Department of Public Utilities over the
Breaking News: Police Officers Sue Los Alamos County
UPDATE: The Los Alamos Daily Post just received the following comment from Los Alamos County: The County has not received the lawsuit from the office of George Geran, and as such, has not had the opportunity to review it.
Former Commander Randy Foster
Staff Report
Two former commanders of the Los Alamos Police Department and one current detective filed a lawsuit today against Los Alamos County, alleging wrongful discharge, retaliation and gender discrimination.
The Complaint seeks redress for harms the County inflicted upon the three, former Commander Randy Foster, former Commander Scott Read More
Sioux Street Underground Electric Cable Replacement Project Begins
COUNTY News:
The Sioux Street Underground Electric Cable Replacement Project begins this week with completion planned for early to mid-March, according to officials at the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU.)
“This will replace approximately 3,800 feet of electric conductor line along Sioux Street and includes the installation of conduit and multiple circuits for redundancy, which will improve electric reliability in the neighborhood,” Project Manager Stephen Marez said. “Redundancy both improves performance and curtails time to restore power should a power outage Read More
Los Alamos Police Blotter Jan. 2 to Jan. 7, 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.
JOHN HALLADAY
Jan. 2 at 4:38 p.m. / Police arrested John Halladay, 41, of Los Alamos at 4788 Yucca St., and charged him with encouraging violation of bail or probation.
Jan. 3 at 12:36 a.m. / A 26-year-old Los Alamos woman reported that she was battered on 42nd Street by a household member.
GARY BOBO
Jan. 3 at 1:50 a.m. / Police arrested Gary Bobo, 42, at 2064 42nd St., and charged Read More
DWI Planning Council Seeks New Members
DWI PLANNING COUNCIL News:
The Los Alamos DWI Planning Council is seeking volunteer members.
The DWI Planning Council works to prevent or reduce the incidence of DWI, the rate of injuries and fatalities caused by drug or alcohol-impaired drivers and underage drinking.
The group meets monthly and those interested should contact Coordinator Linda Matteson for more information at 505.662.8241 or email her at Linda.Matteson@lacnm.us.
Scenes From Friday’s Golf Course Community Building Construction Tour
County officials move from a briefing in the Pro Shop Friday morning to a tour of the Los Alamos Golf Course Community Building under construction on Diamond Drive. Photo by Leland Lehman/ladailypost.com
County Council Vice Chair Kristin Henderson and Councilor David Israelevitz listen at left, as Project Manager Anthony Strain, right, conducts the Friday morning tour. Photo by Leland Lehman/ladailypost.comGroup Tours Golf Course Club House
Friday morning, County Councilor Fran Berting, left, and Council Vice Chair Kristin Henderson participated in a group tour of the Los Alamos Golf Course Community Building under construction on Diamond Drive. The project is scheduled for completion later this spring. Look for more details and photos of Friday’s tour in Sunday’s edition of the Los Alamos Daily Post. Courtesy photo Read More
Jan. 14 Council Work Session Cancelled
COUNTY NEWS:
The Los Alamos County Council has cancelled the Work Session scheduled for Tuesday, Jan. 14, due to a lack of work session agenda items.
The Tuesday, Jan. 28 regular Council Session will proceed as usual, beginning with public comment at 7 p.m. in the Municipal Building Council Chambers, 1000 Central Ave. Read More
Los Alamos DPU Board To Consider Tiered Water Rates
DPU News:
Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities will present to the Board of Public Utilities ordinance 02-239, which would implement a seasonal tiered water rate for residential and multi-family customers. Open to the public, the hearing is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 15 at the Municipal Building, 1000 Central Ave., Suite 110.
Should the Board approve the recommended ordinance it will be considered for adoption by the Los Alamos County Council at a public hearing tentatively scheduled in February.
According to DPU officials water consumption in Los Alamos more than doubles Read More
Public Speaks For and Against Nuisance Code Changes
Members of the public expressed their thoughts on proposed changes to the Los Alamos County Nuisance Code at tonight’s Council meeting. Opinions ran the gamut from vehement opposition citing some of the changes are a precursor to a police state where citizens’ property is seized – to Realtors enthusiastically embracing the changes saying they drive clients throughout Los Alamos neighborhoods and have had some cry at the blighted conditions they see. They also said home values can be reduced by as much as $100,000 when homes on a street are in disrepair and debris fills the Read More
County Council Elects 2014 Leadership
During this evening’s meeting, Council Chair Geoff Rodgers is retained in the leadership role on Council for another year by a unanimous vote of the Los Alamos County Council. PrintScreen photo/ladailypost.com
In a unanimous vote by Council, Councilor Kristin Henderson is elected vice chair for 2014. She replaces Vice Chair David Izraelevitz who did not seek reelection as vice chair. PrintScreen photo/ladailypost.com Read More
County Staff Presents Proposed Nuisance Code Changes to Council
County Administrator Harry Burgess. PrintScreen photo/ladailypost.com
Community & Economic Development Director Anne Laurent. PrintScreen photo/ladailypost.com
Staff Report
At this evening’s County Council meeting, County Administrator Harry Burgess and Community & Economic Development Director Anne Laurent are presenting potential changes to the County’s Nuisance Code. They explained that the changes are focused on greater education and outreach as well on resolution efforts.
During a work session in May 2013, County staff suggested expanding
