Los Alamos Police Chief’s ‘Welcome’ Reception Monday
Chief Dino Sgambellone
COUNTY News:
The public is invited to a reception Monday, Dec. 9 to welcome new Los Alamos Police Chief Dino Sgambellone to the community.
The reception is 4-6 p.m. in Council Chambers at the Municipal Building, 1000 Central Ave. Refreshments will be served. Read More
County: Free Farolito or Luminaria Sand
COUNTY News:
Each year, the Los Alamos County Traffic & Streets division provides free farolito or luminaria sand as a courtesy to residents.
Sand is now available at these locations:
- Overlook Park – in south Parking Lot
- Urban Park – in 42nd St. Parking Area
- Sullivan Field – west side of Parking Lot
- Barranca Mesa – at the end of Barranca Road at Navajo
- North Mesa – at the north end of Soccer Field Parking Lot
Residents are asked to limit the amount of sand taken to the amount needed for their holiday farolitos or luminarias.
Scenes From 2013 Holiday Lights Parade
Atomic City Transit shined bright at this evening’s Holiday Lights Parade on Central Avenue. Photo by Leland Lehman/ladailypost.com
Photo by Leland Lehman/ladailypost.com
Photo by Leland Lehman/ladailypost.com
Photo by Leland Lehman/ladailypost.com
Photo by Leland Lehman/ladailypost.com
Photo by Leland Lehman/ladailypost.com
Photo by Leland Lehman/ladailypost.com
Photo by Leland Lehman/ladailypost.com
Photo by Leland Lehman/ladailypost.com
Photo by Leland Lehman/ladailypost.com
Photo by Leland Lehman/ladailypost.com
Elks Win First Place in 2013 Holiday Lights Parade!
The Los Alamos Elks #2083 float has won the 2013 Holiday Lights Parade held this evening on Central Avenue in downtown Los Alamos as part of MainStreet’s WinterFest Weekend. The Family YMCA, Los Alamos Medical Center and Monitor tied for second place. Photo by Leland Lehman/ladailypost.com
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Winter Campaign: Keep Sidewalks Clear
Remove snow and ice from sidewalks. Courtesy photo
COUNTY News:
During the winter months, the County would like to remind residents that it is important to keep sidewalks clear of snow and ice so that they remain passable for postal workers, children walking to school and others who need to use them.
When possible, and depending upon available resources, County crews will conduct sidewalk-clearing operations by removing snow first from the adopted “safe routes to school” and then move to other selected sidewalks. The County does not clear every sidewalk due to limited resources. Read More
Pet of the Week: Sheila the Dog
Sheila the dog. Photo by Don Taylor’s Photography
SHELTER News:
Pet of the Week: Sheila is a friendly two-and-a-half-year-old tan spayed female that is housebroken, crate trained, has some obedience training, and loves to play and go for hikes.
She behaves nicely on a leash and in a car. Sheila wants adult companionship and would prefer to be an only dog. Cats are okay. Her favorite activity would be a TV marathon next to her favorite person. For a personalized introduction to this sweet dog, call her foster Mom at 505.433.8617.
The Los Alamos Animal Shelter, 226 East Road, 505.662.8179 Read More
Helping Coyotes Be Good Neighbors
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Property Tax Reminder: First Half Payments Delinquent After Dec. 10
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County would like to remind residents that the first half property tax payments will be delinquent after Tuesday, Dec. 10.
Call the 311 Customer Care Center for more information (662-8333 from a mobile phone.) Read More
Co+op Wins 2013 Los Alamos County Business Recycler of the Year!
Co+op General Manager Steve Watts accepts the 2013 Los Alamos County Business Recycler of the Year Award. Photo by Leland Lehman/ladailypost
COUNTY NEWS:
At the Los Alamos Chamber 50th Anniversary Celebration held Saturday, the Los Alamos Cooperative Market (Co+op) was given the 2013 Los Alamos County Business Recycler of the Year award.
Support for the Co+op as the 2013 Business Recycler of the Year was overwhelming as they received 83 percent of the total votes, earning the inaugural award. The Los Alamos Monitor came in second place followed by CB FOX.
“We’re excited to receive the award, Read More
Council Sends Proposed Utilities Charter Changes to Voters
County Council Chair Geoff Rodgers spoke out against proposed changes to the Charter saying, ‘A balance has been achieved by use and practice that we are upsetting here.’ PrintScreen Image/LADP
County Councilor Kristin Henderson said the changes in terms of the big picture are ‘small changes – minor reasonable steps – it’s about accountability, communications and dispute resolution.’ PrintScreen Image/LADP
Staff Report
At tonight’s County Council meeting, the Council voted 6-1 to approve action A, directing County Attorney Read More
DPU Manager Addresses Council
Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities Manager John Arrowsmith answers Council questions related to DPU assets. PrintScreen Image/LADP Read More
Council Reviews Recommendations of Utilities Charter Review Committee and Listens to Public Comment
Los Alamos County Board of Public Utilities Vice Chair Timothy Neal makes the case against proposed changes to the County Charter related to the DPU during tonight’s County Council meeting in Council Chambers. PrintScreen Image/LADP
The meeting opened to public comment and local attorney George Chandler urged the Council to understand the importance of the proposed changes to the Charter and to let the people vote on those proposed changes. PrintScreen Image/LADP
Mark Jones said the proposed Charter changes should go to a vote of the people. PrintScreen Image/LADP
Staff Report
At Read More
Utility Work on San Ildefonso Road This Week
DPU News:
Tuit Construction will be working Wednesday through Friday on San Ildefonso South west of the Hawk Drive intersection in North Mesa.
In support of the middle school construction and to increase fire protection, Tuit will cut-in a new 12-inch water main that will cross San Ildefonso. While no customer water shut-offs are anticipated, motorists can expect some delays.
Scheduled work includes:
- From 8 am to 9 pm San Ildefonso will be reduced to a single lane just west of Hawk Drive intersection as crews install and cut-in the 12-inch water line.
- The open lane
Letter to the Editor: Utilities: More to the Story
By KEN MILDERMembers of the Charter Review Committee (CRC) are giving seemingly compelling arguments for modifying Article V of the County Charter. There is, however, another side to the story. The changes proposed by the CRC are not “benign recommendations” but are rather extensive, often confusing, modifications that strike at the heart of the original intent of the Charter: Operate the Department of Public Utilities (DPU) as a business absent of political self interests.
The actions of the Board of Public Utilities (BPU) are being painted Read More
Los Alamos County A-19 Development RFP
COUNTY News:
- Mixed Use Housing and Commercial Development Opportunity
The County of Los Alamos, N.M. is seeking responses to a Request for Proposal from a qualified development entity/team that has the vision, interest and the ability to implement an overall development strategy for the 60 acre county-owned property known as the A-19 site.
The County endeavors to develop an entirely new neighborhood that incorporates the best practices of new urbanism and principles of environmental sustainability in a safe and beautiful high desert setting with unparalleled mountain views and ready Read More
Los Alamos Police Blotter: Nov. 17 to Nov. 27, 2013
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.
Nov. 17 at 4:45 p.m. / An 18-year-old Los Alamos man reported that he was battered on Meadow Lane.
ROWENA MACDONALD
Nov. 21 at 11:18 a.m. / Police arrested Roweena MacDonald, 47, of Los Alamos at 2500 Trinity Dr., on an outstanding Magistrate Court warrant.
Nov. 22 at 3:55 p.m. / A 60-year-old Los Alamos man reported that he was the victim of arson on Diamond Drive. The estimated damage Read More
Economic Sensitivity of Los Alamos County to LANL Funding
By LIVIU SIMIL and DAVE JONES
A famous Latin expression, some attributed to Julius Caesar “if you want peace, prepare for war,” which originally comes from “Epitoma Rei Militaris,” by Vegetius (Publius Flavius Vegetius Renatus). The Latin is “Igitur qui desiderat pacem, praeparet bellum,” and remains true more than ever for Los Alamos.
In modern terms it means “prepare for the worst and hope for the best … a common saying in emergency preparedness. One may ask oneself: “what are the bad events that Los Alamos residents might need to prepare for?” The answer Read More
Letter to the Editor: Why You Should Care About Updating County Charter Article V
By SUSAN O’LEARY, ChairAre you aware that a group of volunteer citizens govern a County enterprise that generates more than $60 million in annual revenues, responsible for assets that cost more than $280 million to acquire and would probably cost $400-500 million to replace? That’s the role of the Los Alamos Board of Public Utilities as defined in County Charter Article V that has been in place since 1968.
We’re fortunate to have some very capable and dedicated people on the Board today. Their responsibilities are significant and require time Read More
Pet of the Week: Quinella the Cat
Quinella the cat. Courtesy photo
SHELTER News:
Quinella is less than a year old, so fortify your draperies and furniture for kitten play. This pretty girl was found roaming near Trinity Drive and 48th Street, and we can’t believe that her family never came for her.
So now she is ready for a good home. She is spayed and her immunizations have been updated. She would be safest if kept indoors and made a part of a family.
Quniella will appreciate a quiet retreat while adjusting to her new surroundings.
For more information, visit Read More
Smith’s Marketplace Work Temporarily Closes Trinity
Work continued into the night Tuesday at the site of the new Smith’s Marketplace on Trinity Drive, which was temporarily closed from Knecht to DP Road while crews tied in a gas line. Photo by Leland Lehman/ladailypost.com
Photo by Leland Lehman/ladailypost.com
Photo by Leland Lehman/ladailypost.com
