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Energy Department And Edison Electric Institute Sign Agreement To Advance Electric Vehicle Technologies

Submitted by Chris Clark on June 9, 2015

DOE News:

NEW ORLEANS — Monday June 8, during a speech at the Edison Electric Institute (EEI) Annual Convention in New Orleans, LA, Energy Secretary Ernest Moniz signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Department and EEI, strengthening collaborative action to accelerate plug-in electric vehicle (PEV) and charging infrastructure deployment.

Building on the President’s goal and the Department’s EV Everywhere Grand Challenge to develop plug-in electric vehicles by 2022 as affordable as a 2012 gasoline-powered vehicle, this partnership advances

Civil Rights And Education Advocates Release Reports On Massive Resource Inequities In Public Schools

Submitted by Chris Clark on June 9, 2015

LCEF News:

WASHINGTON ― Monday June 8, two civil rights and education organizations released major reports documenting the massive resource disparities in public schools nationwide.

The Leadership Conference Education Fund released its new report on resource inequity in public schools across the nation. The Education Law Center released its fourth National Report Card on how the states fund public education.

Cheating our Future: How Decades of Disinvestment by States Jeopardizes Equal Educational Opportunity examines in-depth how a lack of resources helps to Read More

Update On West Fire In Jemez Ranger District

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on June 9, 2015

SFNF News:

The lightning-caused West Fire approximately 2.5 miles northwest of Jemez Springs was reported by the Cerro Pelado Fire Lookout Saturday and has grown to approximately 2 acres.

The West Fire is a slow-moving ground fire burning through ponderosa pine and pine litter. Smoke may be visible from US Route 550 and the communities of Jemez Springs and Gilman. Depending on weather and other conditions, fire managers are considering managing the fire for resource benefit.

Structures Threatened: None

Start Date: Saturday, June 6, reported at approximately Read More

Tourism Department Cabinet Secretary to Conduct ‘NM True Tour’ Of Los Alamos June 11-12

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on June 9, 2015

COUNTY News:

Officials from Los Alamos County in Los Alamos, New Mexico are preparing to showcase the area’s historical, recreational and scenic offerings to the New Mexico Tourism Department Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Latham and her team, as part of a New Mexico True Tour June 11-12.

“We are truly excited for the opportunity to share our unique history to the NM Tourism Department who will be experiencing the highlights of Los Alamos County,” said Los Alamos County’s Economic Development Division Marketing Specialist, Kelly Stewart. “We’re looking forward to using this event as a Read More

Building A Better Future Together: Celebrating National Homeownership Month

Submitted by Chris Clark on June 9, 2015

By Tony Hernandez and Terry Brunner, State Director

USDA Rural Development

As National Homeownership Month begins, we think of the many rural families who have built their homes with their own hands―and have, quite literally, worked up a sweat as they toiled to build a better future through homeownership.

To help them succeed, USDA and its partners provided the financial tool: an affordable mortgage. This year we are celebrating 50 years of the Mutual Self-Help Housing Program, which has helped rural families gain a foothold into the middle class by stepping

Gov. Susana Martinez Dedicates State-Of-The-Art Port Of Entry Facility

Submitted by Chris Clark on June 9, 2015

DPS News:

SANTA TERESA ― Gov. Susana Martinez dedicated a new $11 million, state-of-the-art port of entry facility in Santa Teresa to the late Motor Transportation Division Officer Daniel C. Rivera, Jr. Friday, June 5.

“I’m honored to be able to dedicate this port of entry to the memory of a fallen officer who gave his life keeping our roads and highways safe,” Martinez said. “The role these ports of entry play in creating jobs and opportunities for our families and communities is absolutely critical. Officer Rivera’s legacy of service

Energy Secretary Announces Launch Of New Veterans’ Utility Industry Transition Effort

Submitted by Chris Clark on June 9, 2015

DOE News:

NEW ORLEANS ― The Obama administration has made helping veterans find civilian employment and reintegrate into the nation’s workforce and economy a top priority.

Further building on that effort, U.S. Department of Energy Secretary Ernest Moniz has announced the creation of the Utility Industry Workforce Initiative during a speech at the Edison Electric Institute conference in New Orleans.

This key partnership between the Departments of Energy, Labor, Defense, and Veterans Affairs, and five utility trade associations will recruit

Legislature Revives Capital Outlay: Restores $295 Million In Funding During Special Session Today

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on June 9, 2015

NM House members including Rep. Stephanie Garcia Richard, D-Los Alamos, Santa Fe, Rio Arriba and Sandoval counties in session during the 2015 regular session. Courtesy/VDP

STATE News:

SANTA FE – The New Mexico Legislature met in a short one day Special Session to pass a Capital Outlay bill that funds needed infrastructure construction projects worth $295 million, a few limited tax breaks for business, and a $4.3 million appropriation in emergency funding for Magistrate Courts and the Department of Health.

The Special Session, which lasted a little over four hours, was called by Gov. Susana Read More

New Mexico GOP: ‘Productive Special Session’

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on June 9, 2015

Republican Party of New Mexico Chairman Debbie Maestas

ALBUQUERQUE — Republican Party of New Mexico Chairman Debbie Maestas released the following statement on the conclusion of today’s special legislative session:

“Governor Martinez and Republican leaders held firm to produce a deal that not only avoided a harmful gas tax increase but will improve our tax code, level the playing field for New Mexico’s small business and provide resources for vital infrastructure projects across the state.” Read More

Los Alamos Man First In State To Receive C-Braces

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on June 8, 2015

Jim Hay of Los Alamos is the first person in New Mexico to use computer-controlled braces that allow him to walk again. Photo by Leland Lehman/ladailypost.com

By KIRSTEN LASKEY

Los Alamos Daily Post

Jim Hay of Los Alamos has lived a remarkable life. A Vietnam War veteran, Hay served as a telecommunication/cryptographic operator. During the fall of Saigon, he helped airlift 2,700 people out of the city.

Jim Hay remembers Viet Nam. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

In 1975, Hay was severely injured when a heavy battery fell on his back, disintegrating two discs. He was brought to a Read More

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