Benson: My 102-Year-Old Mother Voted On Tuesday
Helen Benson, 102, was ‘treated like a queen’ Tuesday when poll workers ensured she was able to cast her ballot at the Los Alamos County Municipal Building. The machine counted her vote as #924. Courtesy photo
By JODY BENSON
Los Alamos
Helen Benson voted Tuesday just as she has voted in every election—local, state, national—since she voted for FDR in 1942. In her long life, she has seen all flavors of government, in the US and around the world. She knows how important every individual vote is.
Helen Lueth, a descendent of Suffragists, was born Aug. 16, 1920, just two days before the 19th Amendment Read More
State Land Office Partners With New Mexico Land Grant Council To Provide Four Fuelwood Collection Projects
The State Land Office is partnering with the New Mexico Land Grant Council on four fuelwood collection projects in the central and northern parts of the state. Courtesy photo
STATE News:
SANTA FE — The State Land Office is partnering with the New Mexico Land Grant Council on four fuelwood collection projects in the central and northern parts of the state, Commissioner of Public Lands Stephanie Garcia Richard announced today.
The projects include:
- Villanueva: This fuelwood project in San Miguel County will be a multi-year project that will help the New Mexico Land Grant Council provide the San
Former U.S. Sen. Jeff Bingman Endorses Laura M. Montoya For State Treasurer
Former U.S. Sen. Jeff Bingman
STATE News:
Former United States Sen. Jeff Bingman endorses Democratic nominee Laura M. Montoya for State Treasurer.
“I have known and admired Laura Montoya since she was working for me during my time in the U.S. Senate,” Bingaman said. “She has an impressive record of public service and will make an outstanding State Treasurer for New Mexico. I am proud to endorse her for that position.”
“I admire Sen. Jeff Bingaman’s public service career and privileged to have worked for him,” Montoya said. “He created a team that worked in a bipartisan manner that served, loved, Read More
Democratic Party Of Los Alamos: End-Of-Election Events
Join local Democratic candidates Saturday Nov. 5 for a Meet and greet at HQ. Courtesy/DPLA
DPLA News:
Did you vote yet?
Polls are open at the Municipal Building and White Rock Town Hall 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily through Saturday, Nov. 5, then again 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 8 at the Municipal Building, White Rock Town Hall, Golf Course, Betty Ehart Senior Center and UNM-LA.
In the final days of this election, the Democratic Party Of Los Alamos (DPLA) are still working to turn out the vote. Contact volunteer@
11:30 a.m.-1 Read More
Heinrich Leads Bicameral Call For Biden To Strengthen America’s Global Climate Policy At COP27
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a continued effort to decarbonize the road transport sector and transition the new commercial vehicle transportation sector to zero-emission by 2040, U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), co-chair of the Electrification Caucus, is leading a bicameral group of Democrats.
In a letter to President Joe Biden, Heinrich and the group are urging him to strengthen America’s global climate policy at the upcoming 2022 United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change Conference of Parties (COP27) by adding the U.S. as a signatory Read More
Nebel: Response To Bill Redmond
By RICK NEBEL
Los Alamos
I was a little surprised that in Bill Redmond’s recent endorsement of Sharon Dry he seemed to talk more about me than he did about her (link).
I’m not running for political office, nor have I endorsed anyone for political office. In fact, given that, I voted for the losing candidate in 7 of the last 8 presidential cycles, I doubt that any candidate would want my endorsement.
However, since Mr. Redmond brought it up there are a few things in his op-ed piece worth exploring. Let’s start with Paul Powell. Paul was a patronage politician and the Secretary of State in Illinois in the Read More
State Land Office Accepting Bids On Affordable Senior Housing Community Proposal In Albuquerque
STATE News:
SANTA FE — New Mexico Commissioner of Public Lands Stephanie Garcia Richard announced Thursday that the State Land Office is accepting bids on a parcel of state land near Eubank and Central (10501 Central Ave. NE) in Albuquerque related to a proposal to construct a new affordable housing community for the city’s senior citizens.
The Greater Albuquerque Housing Partnership (GAHP), which opened the 92-unit affordable Luminaria Senior Community (also on state trust land) across Central from the proposed site earlier this year, is proposing to build a second housing development, Read More
Ryti: My Approach
By RANDALL RYTI
Democratic Candidate
Los Alamos County Council
While talking to voters last weekend, one man asked, “what is your approach?” I appreciated the opportunity to provide a high-level summary of my approach to being a Councilor that represents the community and makes decisions that reflects our values.
For issues with a variety of opinions or options, I like to get as much input as possible before the Council meeting and listen carefully to the technical questions posed by my fellow Councilors and the answers from County staff. I also read all emails sent to Council, letters to the Read More
Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board To Hold Public Hearing At Santa Fe Community Convention Center And Online Nov. 16
The DNFSB to a hold public hearing noon to 9:45 p.m., Nov. 16 at the SFCCC and online. Courtesy photo
DNFSB News:
Wednesday, Nov. 16, the Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board (DNFSB) will hold a virtual and in-person public hearing noon to 9:45 p.m. MT at the Santa Fe Community Convention Center.
The DNFSB’s goal is to gather information regarding legacy cleanup activities, nuclear safety, and increased production of plutonium pits, or triggers, for nuclear weapons at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL).
There will be two opportunities for oral public comments. Written comments also Read More
Santa Fe Starbucks Workers Go On Strike
STATE News:
SANTA FE — Effective this morning (Nov. 3), Starbucks workers at the St. Michaels Drive location in Santa Fe, are on strike due to unfair labor practices and the Company’s interference with Union activity.
Workers will remain on strike until 5 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 5, and they invite members of the community to join them in solidarity for workers’ rights.
Over the past months, Starbucks has interfered with these workers’ rights to Union membership by retaliating against workers who voluntarily participate in Union activity. The Company, for example, has discriminated against an Read More
Board Of Public Utilities Meets On Zoom 5:30 PM Today
Members of the Los Alamos County Board of Public Utilities. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Board of Public Utilities meets 5:30 p.m. today on Zoom for its monthly work session.
This meeting is open to the public.
On the agenda:
- Presentation on the 2023 Electric Reliability Plan;
- Discussion on remote vs. in-person meetings;
- Budget revision;
- Continued discussion on LARES (Los Alamos Resiliency, Energy and Sustainability Task Force) recommendations; and
- More.
Log on here: https://ladpu.com/BPUMeetings. Read More
Housing: Thoroughness And Justified Review
By PHIL GURSKY
Los Alamos
I noticed a letter to the editor from Candidate Stradling saying, in letter to the editor I wrote several days ago (link), I was misstating his projections; then pivoting to a large amount of deflection about the impact of his housing proposal and its potential cost (link). An additional response is warranted.
No one argues a full spectrum community with commercial goods and services” isn’t desirable. That is not the question, it is how to accomplish it and at what balance with other community values and concerns.
I well am informed and experienced in the status of Los Alamos Read More
County Council Hears Efforts To Support Local Businesses
County Economic Development Administrator Dan Ungerleider
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
As local businesses pivot from the pandemic, they are hungry for support, Los Alamos County Economic Administrator Dan Ungerleider told County Council during its work session Tuesday, Oct. 25.
The County and its partners, including the Los Alamos Commerce and Development Corporation (LACDC) and the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) are working to provide them with some support.
“We are happy to work with them,” Ungerleider said.
One of the things that many Read More
Retired Congressman Redmond Endorses Dry For Council
Retired Congressman Bill Redmond and Los Alamos County Council Candidate Sharon Dry. Courtesy/Bill Redmond
By BILL REDMOND
Retired Congressman
Los Alamos
Discernment, honesty and courage are three excellent reasons for Los Alamos voters to vote for Sharon Dry to represent them on the Los Alamos County Council.
Sharon has taken tremendous criticism for objecting to the current mil levy proposal for schools. I support her in that position. Here’s why.
As a parent and citizen I have chaired committees to raise the mil levy for schools. In Los Alamos I led the committee to raise taxes to extend Read More
Levin Introduces Legislation To Strengthen Safety Standards For Nuclear Waste Canisters
U.S. Rep. Mike Levin
From the Office of U.S. Rep. Mike Levin:
OCEANSIDE, Calif. — Today, U.S. Rep. Mike Levin introduced the 100 Year Canister Life Act to require nuclear waste canisters to have a design life of at least 100 years.
Under current Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) regulations, applicants are only required to certify the safety of spent nuclear fuel canisters for a proposed term of up to 40 years. This legislation would more than double the design life requirement, ensuring spent nuclear fuel remains safe within its canister as the nation continues to develop long-term Read More
Governor Joins Mayor Keller, Legislators At Official Opening Of Renovated Affordable Housing In Albuquerque
STATE News:
ALBUQUERQUE — Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham Wednesday joined Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller and local elected officials in a ribbon-cutting celebrating the significant renovation of 96 affordable housing units at The Commons at Martineztown.
“Affordable housing should also be safe and comfortable housing,” Gov. Lujan Grisham said. “I was proud to support the Martineztown project through $1.5 million in state capital outlay funding – and more is coming. My administration is committed to finding long-lasting, innovative, and wide-reaching solutions that provide safe and affordable Read More
Former Congressman Bill Redmond Endorses Gary Stradling For Los Alamos County Council
From the desk of Congressman Bill Redmond, Retired:
Former Congressman Bill Redmond has endorsed Gary Stradling for Los Alamos County Council.
Redmond met with Stradling and discussed the needs of Los Alamos County residents in light of LANL expansion and the need for affordable housing especially for young families and senior citizens, he said. Creative-business oriented solutions are needed to address the greatest housing need the county has faced since the Manhattan Project.
The county council has seven members, 6 Democrat and 1 Republican. Political philosophy drives policy and Read More
State Land Office Earns Over $300 Million In October
Land Commissioner Stephanie Garcia Richard
STATE News:
SANTA FE — New Mexico Commissioner of Public Lands Stephanie Garcia Richard announced today that the State Land Office processed $300,473,548 in oil and gas royalties in October, setting a new one-month record for the agency.
The revenue will be transferred to the State Investment Council for investment in the Land Grant Permanent Fund to benefit New Mexico’s public schools, colleges, and hospitals.
“We just followed a record-breaking fiscal year with a new, record-breaking month. It’s clear that the oil and gas industry is still thriving Read More
Stradling: Panic? Sufficient Housing Is The Answer
By GARY STRADLING
Republican Candidate
Los Alamos County Council
Thank you to many, many county residents for your almost uniform agreement.
When I meet you at your homes, or in the park, at fairs, on parades, you agree that sufficient housing is the most critical issue for the county. You do not want Business as usual! Most of you already understand the concept of basic supply and demand economics. Genuinely affordable housing is impossible without sufficient supply.
What kind of community do we want? Most of you say to me: “A full-spectrum community with commercial shopping and services.” Read More
New Mexico Environmental Improvement Board Adopts New Regulation Implementing Greenhouse Gas Emission Standard For Coal-Fired Power Plants
NMED News:
SANTA FE — Today, the New Mexico Environmental Improvement Board (EIB) adopted regulations that implement a new air quality standard to strictly limit the amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions from coal-fired power plants in the state.
The standard, which was adopted by the Legislature in the Energy Transition Act of 2019, applies to new and existing power plants and limits CO2 emissions from those facilities to no more than one thousand one hundred pounds per megawatt-hour on and after Jan. 1, 2023.
As specified in the amendments made to the Air Quality Control Act by the Energy Read More
