Chris And George Chandler Honored At JFK Dinner
The Democratic Party of Los Alamos honors George and Chris Chandler this evening at the annual Kennedy Day Dinner at the Betty Ehart Senior Center for their longtime contributions to the Party and the community. Read full details of this evening’s event in Monday’s edition of the Los Alamos Daily Post. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ldailypost.com Read More
Pro And Anti Rec Bond Advocates Make Case At League Of Women Voters Of Los Alamos Forum
Darren Meadows speaks for the rec bond during Tuesday’s League of Women Voters forum at Mesa Public Library. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Lisa Shin speaks against the rec bond and shares her time with Lisa Brenner who also is against the rec bond. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Lisa Brenner speaks against the rec bond. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.comAdvocates for and against the $20 million recreation bond currently in the hands of voters, spoke at the Los Alamos League of Women Voters meeting Read More
Udall Questions GAO, Administration Witnesses On ‘High Risk’ Designation For Indian Programs
U.S. Sen. Tom UdallFormer Police Chief Wayne Torpy Pleads With Council
Former Los Alamos County Police Chief Wayne Torpy asks County Councilors for help in reactivating his monthly insurance benefits, during the public comment period Tuesday evening in Council Chambers. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Former Los Alamos County Police Chief Wayne Torpy at Tuesday’s Council meeting. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.comFormer Los Alamos Police Chief Wayne Torpy addressed the County Council during public comment Tuesday evening about his ongoing insurance battle.
Torpy, Read More
Udall Votes To Confirm Lighthizer, Citing His Commitment To Protect NM Companies That Depend On NAFTA Trade
U.S. Sen. Tom Udall2017 Special Election Update
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Clerk’s Office is providing an update to the special election for the recreation bond. On May 2, there were 13,484 ballots mailed to registered voters, to date, the Los ALamos County Clerk’s Office has received 6,025 returned ballot envelopes and five unsigned ballot envelopes.
There are still a few more opportunities to return your voted ballot to the County Clerk. You may hand deliver your voted ballot in the proper signature envelope until 5 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday and 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday. Read More
Letter To The Editor: Clarification Of Rec Bond Funding Options
By Edward BirnbaumBoth sides seemed to agree that the improvements and new recreational facilities proposed would benefit many children and adults in the community. Several of the proponents emphasized how
Letter To The Editor: Rec Bond … Facts Not Factions
By TOM TIERNEYI found it an interesting curiosity that Tony Fox and Darren Meadows accused me of Falsehoods without providing any factual counter-arguments. (link)
In my prior letter, I voiced my concern that the County’s proposed Recreation Center would probably result in small business failures because the County would be competing unfairly with existing small businesses. My expressed concerns were rooted in the City of Santa Fe data that shows numerous business closures occurred when the Genoveva Chavez Community Center was created.
My observations are based on the following Read More
Governor Announces 2017 New Mexico True Summer Reading Challenge
Council Green Lights Traffic Calming Measures
County Traffic and Streets Manager Dan Erickson addresses County Council on traffic calming issues. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.comBy KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
In an effort to resolve traffic speed concerns along North Road in front of Mountain Elementary School, the Los Alamos County Council voted unanimously during its regular meeting Tuesday night to proceed with the County’s plan get drivers to slow down.
This plan includes painting striping on the road, installing permanent digital signs and monitoring traffic habits on the road. Additionally, Council Read More
Suit Seeks To Bar Rocky Flats Public Trails, Visitor Site
EPA News:Budget Crisis Causes Need For Special Session
By Rep. STEPHANIE GARCIA RICHARDLast week I was approached by a constituent who was wondering about the upcoming special legislative session. She had been trying to follow the developments since the close of the regular session and had many questions:
“Had a budget deal been made public?” she wondered. The governor had mentioned tax reform. “Would that be part of the negotiations?” “How could citizens who wanted to weigh in, do so?” She had all of these questions and more.
And these are all good questions and thoughts. Unfortunately, none of which have Read More
Letter To The Editor: Thank You Los Alamos County Council
By JAMES ROBINSONOn Tuesday, I got the privilege to once again participate in the selection of a new member for the Board of Public Utilities.
Although I was not selected I wanted to personally thank Chair Izraelevitz, Vice-Chair O’Leary, Councilor Chrobocinski, Councilor Sheehey, Councilor Reiss, Councilor Chandler, and Councilor Maggiore for their kind words and tough questions.
I especially like to thank Vice Chair O’Leary and Councilor Chrobocinski for voicing their support for my nomination during the first round of voting. I have worked with both these councilors Read More
Udall, Heinrich Urge Department Of Interior To Lift Sudden Suspension Of Public Land Advisory Groups
U.S. SENATE News:State Auditor Tim Keller Releases Forensic Audit Of Bernalillo Public Schools
STATE News:Governor Delivers Commencement Speech At New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy
Gov. Susana Martinez
STATE News:
SANTA FE — Gov. Susana Martinez is set to deliver the commencement speech at 10 a.m. today for the New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy graduation.
The New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy is at 4491 Cerrillos Road in Santa Fe. The Basic Training Bureau is the vehicle through which those entering the profession of Law Enforcement are empowered and enabled to protect the citizens of the State of New Mexico and safeguard the stability of society. Read More
Heinrich Marks National Teacher Appreciation Week
U.S. Sen. Martin HeinrichNew Mexico First Announces Spirit Of Bipartisanship Award Recipients
POLITICAL News:
ALBUQUERQUE – The nonpartisan public policy organization New Mexico First will recognize five outstanding leaders for their exceptional commitments to collaboration and effective policy. The Spirit of Bipartisanship Awards will be presented at the First Forum Lecture Series June 7 in Albuquerque.
“This organization is proud to recognize lawmakers and community leaders who put the people of New Mexico first and work to find good solutions to the challenges we face,” Selection Committee Chair Ricardo Gonzales said. “This award shines the spotlight on hard-working role Read More
Letter To The Editor: Using One’s Vote On Rec Bond As Revenge For Unrelated Issue Is Not Rational
By JANINE TULENKO
Community Invited To Chat With Two Councilors At Los Alamos Farmers Market 9-11 a.m. Thursday
COUNTY News:
Two members of the Los Alamos County Council will host a booth 9-11 a.m. Thursday at the Farmer’s Market.
This is an informal setting open to residents who would like to stop by with comments, concerns or questions. Voter Information Booklets for the upcoming May 23 Recreation Bond Election will be available at the booth.
Other Council-hosted booth dates include:
- June 15;
- July 20;
- Sept. 14; and
- Oct. 19.
The Council also hosts a booth during the County Fair, which is Saturday, Aug. 12. Read More
