Governor Activates Emergency Operations Center In Response To El Cajete Fire In The Jemez
Gov. Susana Martinez
SANTA FE — Gov. Susana Martinez directed the activation of the New Mexico Emergency Operations Center to assist in the coordinated response to the El Cajete Fire in Sandoval County.
“I’ve activated our emergency operations center and directed our state agencies to work with our local and federal partners to keep New Mexicans safe,” Martinez said. “New Mexicans know better than most just how devastating wildfires can be, and as we face this year’s fire season together, we’re also reminding everyone to keep safety in mind and be prepared.”
The El Cajete Fire began Thursday Read More
Heinrich Votes To Codify And Expand Russia Sanctions
U.S. Sen. Martin HeinrichLisa Brenner And Son File Suit Against County
By MAIRE O’NEILLLos Alamos resident Lisa Brenner and her son, Patrick Brenner, filed a complaint for declaratory judgment ordering production of copies of emails sent or received May 15 by Los Alamos County Councilors. The suit is against Los Alamos County Council and its Designated Custodian of Public Records Barb Ricci.
The Brenners’ attorney is A. Blair Dunn of Western Agriculture, Resource and Business Advocates and the case has been assigned to First Judicial District Judge Sarah Singleton. The suit indicates Patrick Brenner emailed Ricci at 5:30 p.m. May Read More
Udall’s Co-sponsored Bill To Expand AMBER Alert System In Indian Country Clears Committee
U.S. Sen. Tom UdallRio Grande Foundation Urges U.S. Supreme Court To Hear Case Challenging Mandatory Union Fees
RGF News:At House Nuclear Cleanup Caucus EM Highlights More Than $100 Million In Cost-Saving Initiatives
U.S. Rep. Chuck Fleischmann of Tennessee, chairman of the House Nuclear Cleanup Caucus, speaks at the June 7 event in Washington, D.C. Courtesy photoBike Flow Trail By No Means A Done Deal
The June 8 Parks and Recreation Board meeting was crowded with community members waiting to give their input on the proposed bike flow trail. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.comBy KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
Members of the public packed the room Thursday night for the Los Alamos County Parks and Recreation Board meeting and even spilled out into the hallway. The turnout seemed to suggest recreation is a prized commodity by this community.
“We want to have recreational opportunities for everyone,” said a member of the public.
The hot topic was the proposed bike flow trail
Council Approves A-19 Housing Development
Los Alamos County Councilor Pete Sheehey moves to approve the A-19 development agreement during the regular Council meeting June 6. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.comBy KIRSTEN LASKY
Los Alamos Daily Post
Although Los Alamos County Council approved amendments to the development agreement for the A-19-A-1 site in White Rock, it was not an unanimous decision.
During the regular County Council meeting Tuesday, June 6, in Council Chambers, Council voted five to one to approve the amendments; Councilor Chris Chandler cast the opposing vote and Councilor James Chrobocinski was absent
Quorum Notice: Board Of Public Utilities Meets June 21
Two Of Three Nominees For Financial Manager Of The Year Are From State Auditor’s Office
Nominees for the Financial Manager of the Year Award with State Auditor Tim Keller and AGA’s President Vince Lithgow and President-Elect Wanda Gonzales. Courtesy photoZinke Announces New Mexico Will Receive $21,574,904 Share Of Billion-Dollar National Distribution
U.S. Secretary of the Interior Ryan ZinkeInterior Secretary Ryan Zinke Announces Distribution Of $1.1 Billion To State Wildlife Agencies
INTERIOR DEPARTMENT News:County Councilors At Farmer’s Market Thursday
COUNTY News:
Two Los Alamos County Councilors will be at the Farmer’s Market 9-11 a.m. Thursday.
Market-goers are welcome to stop by their tent to ask questions, share kudos or voice concerns. Read More
U.S. Rep. Luján On Attorney General’s Testimony Before Senate Intelligence Committee
U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Luján
From the Desk of U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Luján:
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Luján (D-NM) released the following statement after Attorney General Jeff Session testified in open session before the Senate Intelligence Committee earlier today:
“I would have to give today’s testimony by Attorney General Jeff Sessions a ‘D.’ In fact, several of them. All we saw today from the Attorney General was Dodging, Denials and Dismissals.
“It is a sad day when our country’s chief law enforcement official refuses to answer basic questions, wraps himself in obscure, unwritten DOJ policies Read More
Rick Miera Runs For Lt. Governor Of New Mexico
Rick Miera, candidate for Lt. Governor Of New Mexico
STATE News:
ALBUQUERQUE – Today, former New Mexico State Rep. Rick Miera is officially announcing his candidacy for Lt. Governor, saying because he believes now is the time to have bold and responsive leadership in state government that will invest in the futures of all New Mexicans.
Miera brings a wide range of every day and legislative experience with him on the campaign trail including 40 years as a therapist, drug counselor, behavioral health advocate, and education champion.
“I am running for Lt. Governor because New Mexicans deserve
Rep. Garcia Richard Receives Bipartisanship Award
Dist. 43 Rep. Stephanie Garcia Richard
By NEW MEXICO FIRST:
In a ceremony held at the Hispano Cultural Center Wednesday, hosted by New Mexico First, Dist. 43 Rep. Stephanie Garcia Richard was awarded the Spirit of Bipartisanship Award for “Excellence in Education”, recognizing her legislative efforts in reaching bipartisan compromise and agreement.
New Mexico First, a public policy organization founded by New Mexico’s former U.S. senators Pete Domenici and Jeff Bingaman, chooses awardees from a public nomination process to recognize: “lawmakers who put
Ray Powell On Setting Record Straight
Ray Powell
From the Office of Ray Powell:
ALBUQUERQUE – Land Commissioner Aubrey Dunn was featured in an Albuquerque Journal June 10 story falsely claiming that previous Land Commissioners had turned a blind eye to tens of millions of dollars of stolen minerals on State Trust Lands.
Ray Powell, the former Land Commissioner and current Democratic challenger to Aubrey Dunn, issued the following statement:
“Dunn is attempting to take credit for programs implemented during my tenure as Land Commissioner. As technology became available my office was at the forefront of securing the resources
KIDS COUNT Data Book: New Mexico Ranked 49th In Nation For Child Well-Being
VFC News:Attorney General Hosts Annual Community Summit – ‘Protecting Tomorrow, Today’ To Address Critical Issues Facing New Mexico’s Youth
Pearce Subcommittee Hearing Targets Virtual Currency
U.S. Rep. Steve Pearce
