Chief Dino Sgambellone
LAPD News:
Los Alamos County Police Chief Dino Sgambellone has released the Department’s 2024 Annual Report.
The report details the department’s crime statistics for 2024 and recognizes the accomplishments of police officers and civilian staff in their efforts throughout the year to keep the community safe.
Read the full report here: https://view.flipdocs.com/?ID=10028515_629187 Read More
CHAMBER News:
The Los Alamos Spring Career Fair is taking place 3-6 p.m. Thursday, April 10 at Fuller Lodge.
The Fair is hosted by the Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by TechSource, SMSI and Century Bank.
There will be live on-air interviews with employers who are hiring, and the opportunity for job seekers to receive free unedited headshots on site. Read More
Put another leaf on the table! Los Alamos Retirees (LRG) had a big crowd at its monthly breakfast last week at Muy Salsas.
LRG is a non-profit corporation, which seeks to maintain communications with and serve the needs and interests of the many retirees from LANL.
All LANL retirees are encouraged to join. Visit https://lalrg.org.
LRG gathers on the first Tuesday of the month to share breakfast, reminisce about the good ole days, keep an eye on retiree benefits and make new friends.
The LRG annual meeting is scheduled for noon Friday, May 23 at the Betty Ehart Senior Center in Los Alamos. Read More
LAMCC Provider Amy Vandling
LAMCC News:
Amy Vandling has joined the Los Alamos Medical Care Clinic (LAMCC) team.
Vandling is a certified Family Nurse Practitioner who originally started at LAMCC as a staff nurse working in multiple positions. She returned to school at the University of New Mexico College of Nursing, graduated with her Master of Science in May of 2024, and has rejoined the LAMCC practice as a provider.
Vandling has lived in Los Alamos for 20 years. She is committed to building lasting relationships with her patients, providing them with high quality, evidence-based care in the Read More
From the Office of U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján:
Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) and Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) introduced the REPAIR Act, legislation that would give car owners expanded options for automobile repairs.
The REPAIR Act ensures vehicle owners, independent repair shops, and aftermarket manufacturers have secure access to vehicle repair and maintenance data, which is critical to the independent Read More
The Roundhouse in Santa Fe. Post file photo
NMDFA News:
SANTA FE — Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has signed Senate Bill 535, legislation to strengthen public safety, crisis response, and workers’ compensation through fees and surcharges increases. The bill also establishes a framework for supported decision-making.
“This funding helps local entities with the resources needed to build a modern, equitable emergency communications network statewide,” said Secretary Wayne Propst of the New Mexico Department of Finance and Administration (NMDFA). “By moving to Next Generation 911, we Read More
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
A new strategy is being pursued to expand affordable housing offerings in Los Alamos; rather than building new, Los Alamos County Council agreed to look toward existing housing units.
During the March 25 meeting, it was unanimously approved for the County to pursue a private/public partnership with 9th Street Apartments, LLC. Through this partnership, 24 studio apartment units in the Thunderbird Apartments, 1211 11th Street, and 63 units in the Aspen Studio Apartments, 1027 9th Street, will be deed restricted to qualifying Read More
Danyelle Valdez
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County has hired Danyelle Valdez as the new Community Development Department Planning Manager. Valdez brings extensive experience in real estate development, land-use planning and entitlement processes, having successfully managed projects across New Mexico and other states.
“She is deeply committed to responsible growth and community engagement, ensuring that development efforts align with the County’s long-term vision. Her passion for community development, planning, and infrastructure will be instrumental in leading impactful planning Read More
SFNF News:
SANTA FE — All Santa Fe National Forest offices, including the Supervisor’s Office in Santa Fe will be closed Wednesday, April 2 for employee training.
Regular business hours will resume Thursday, April 3.
Find a list of Santa Fe National Forest offices and hours of operation on the Santa Fe National Forest website here.
About the Forest Service:
The USDA Forest Service has for more than 100 years brought people and communities together to answer the call of conservation. Grounded in world-class science and technology– and rooted in communities–the Forest Service connects people Read More
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Board of Public Utilities (BPU) will hold a Work Session at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 2, in Council Chambers at the Municipal Building, 1000 Central Ave.
Members of the public may view proceedings online at ladpu.com/BPULiveProceedings or attend and provide public comment in person or via Zoom at https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84348385574.
The complete agenda packet for this work session is available online at https://losalamos.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx.
BPU will also hold a Closed Session at 7 p.m., Wednesday, April 2 in the DPU conference room to Read More