After 30 years of going into the office, Los Alamos County Public Works Deputy Director Jon Bulthuis celebrates his retirement this afternoon at the Pajarito Cliffs Site. Bulthuis said he spent the bulk of his career in Santa Fe but worked the last seven years in Los Alamos, which, he said, ‘were some of the best years for sure.’ The greatest thing about working in Los Alamos is ‘the people – without a doubt the quality of the staff is just excellent throughout the organization,’ Bulthuis said. He joked that the one thing he won’t miss is the late-night council meetings. Now that he is retired, Bulthuis, who lives in White Rock with his wife, said he is looking forward to traveling and making improvements on their house. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com

County Manager Steven Lynne speaks with Transit Manager Annette Granillo during the retirement party this afternoon for Public Works Deputy Director Jon Bulthuis at the Pajarito Cliffs Site. ‘We’re going to miss Jon very much,’ Lynne said. ‘He’s been a great asset to the County, and we wish him the best.’ Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com

County Manager Steven Lynne, left, chats with Public Works Director Juan Rael during the retirement party this afternoon for Public Works Deputy Director Jon Bulthuis.‘We just like to thank Jon for all his hard work … he was instrumental in the development of the North Central Regional Transit District (NCRTD) so that’s a lasting impact on Northern New Mexico,’ Rael said. ‘That’s an exciting mark on his career. We’re going to miss his compassion, willingness to listen … we wish him the best in his next chapter in life.’ He added that the position for Bulthuis’ replacement has closed and the Human Resources Department is reviewing applications. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com

Public Utilities Manager Philo Shelton and Deputy County Manager Linda Matteson attend the retirement party this afternoon for Public Works Deputy Director Jon Bulthuis, wishing him well in his future endeavors. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com

Scene from the retirement party this afternoon for Public Works Deputy Director Jon Bulthuis at the Pajarito Cliffs Site. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladaiylpost.com