Los Alamos County Files Petition For Cease And Desist Against Sheriff
Los Alamos County has asked the First Judicial District Court to issue a temporary restraining order requiring local Sheriff Marco Lucero to cease and desist from enforcing state law and County ordinances.
In a verified petition for a temporary restraining order, preliminary injunction and permanent injunction filed Oct. 5, the County alleges that until Lucero came into office, the elected Sheriff of Los Alamos County has complied with the limits imposed on the Office of Sheriff by the adoption of an amendment
DWI Planning Council Meeting Oct. 12
Section Of NM 4 To Close For 24 Hours Near Tsankawi
COUNTY News:
The Department of Public Utilities is drilling a new water well in Los Alamos Canyon and is extending the new water transmission line across N.M. 4 to tie into the existing line that takes water to White Rock.
As a result, DPU needs to completely close a section of N.M. 4 for a period of 24 hours (near Tsankawi), however, East Jemez Road (Truck Route) will remain open.
The plan is to complete this work beginning at 9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 20 through 9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 21. While work is underway Sunday, Oct. 22, the road will be open for two-way traffic. Read More
County: Parks & Recreation Board Set To Discuss Capital Projects At Oct. 12 Meeting
COUNTY News:
Capital projects for Golf Course Improvements, Ice Rink Improvements, Pinon Park Splash Pad and a Kiddie Pool that were moved forward by County Council at its Aug. 8 meeting will be discussed by the Parks and Recreation Board next Thursday, Oct. 12.
This will be the public’s opportunity to see what is now being considered for these four projects, and the public is welcome to attend the meeting at 5:30 p.m. in Council Chambers. No action will be taken; the Oct. 12 meeting is for Board discussion only and public comments will be accepted.
The next step in the process will include Read More
County Council Files Motion In Email Suit
By MAIRE O’NEILLLos Alamos County Council has filed a motion asking the First Judicial District Court to conduct an in camera in chambers review of Council Vice Chair Susan O’Leary’s emails held on her personal account from May 15 to determine if they are “public record” and subject to review under the New Mexico Inspection of Public Records Act (IPRA).
Los 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 Council members. Read More
LWVLA Lunch With A Leader: County Clerk Naomi Maestas And Elections Manager Gloria Maestas Oct. 17
Los Alamos County Clerk Naomi Maestas
LWVLA News:
The League of Women Voters presents its monthly community event, Lunch with a Leader at 11:45 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 17 in Mesa Public Library.
The speakers this month are County Clerk Naomi Maestas and Elections Manager Gloria Maestas from the Los Alamos County Clerk’s Office. They will discuss the voting process.
Los Alamos County Elections Manager Gloria Maestas
County Clerk Naomi Maestas moved to Los Alamos 15 years ago when her husband, Sammy, accepted a job offer from Los Alamos County. She began her career in local government Read More
NBC Series ‘The Brave’ Filming On Pajarito Mountain
Filming underway on Aspen Run and other parts of Pajarito Mountain, which has become Mongolia as the backdrop for the eighth episode of the new NBC series, ‘The Brave’, airing at 8 p.m. Mondays. Courtesy photo
Rain pouring down Wednesday at the intersection of Camp May Road. Courtesy photo
MOVIE News:
Filming underway on Aspen Run and other parts of Pajarito Mountain, which has become Mongolia as the backdrop for the eighth episode of the new NBC series, ‘The Brave’, airing at 8 p.m. Mondays.
This fresh, heart-pounding journey into the complex world of America’s Read More
County Council Litigation Subcommittee Nixed
Los Alamos County Council, from left, Chair David Izraelevitz, Chris Chandler, James Chrobocinski, Rick Reiss, Pete Sheehey, Vice Chair Susan O’Leary and Antonio Maggiore. Photo by Leslie Bucklin/LAC
An announcement by Los Alamos County Council Chair David Israelevitz at the end of the Sept. 26 Council meeting prompted a lengthy discussion with his fellow councilors and has ultimately been nixed.
Under the Council Chair’s Report item on the agenda, Israelevitz announced that a subcommittee was being started Read More
Group Discusses Dissatisfaction With Code Enforcement
Los Alamos County Councilor Antonio Maggiore contemplates complaints voiced Monday evening by 25 people in attendance at a meeting on County code enforcement issues. Photo by Maire O’Neill/ladailypost.com
A two-hour public meeting was held Monday evening in White Rock to address issues with enforcement of Chapter 18 of the Los Alamos Municipal Code entitled Environment. The meeting was hosted by residents Helen Milenski and Heather Ortega. Ortega intends to form a political action committee (PAC) called Read More
County Council Accepts Wayfinding Report
John Bosio, principal of Merje and Senior Designer Jess Church present the wayfinding schematic design and analysis report during the Sept. 26 County Council meeting. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
Consistent signage that reflects the Los Alamos County brand and directs visitors and locals to their destinations is one step closer to becoming a reality after the Los Alamos County Council unanimously accepted the wayfinding analysis report and schematic design.
The action occurred Read More
County Celebrates Customer Service Week
Los Alamos County Public Information Officer Julie Habiger participates in the Customer Service Week celebration held Wednesday in the lobby at the Municipal Building. A number of County departments setup informational booths to discuss various projects, programs and services. The event was sponsored by the Customer Care Center. Customer Service Week began Monday and will continue through Friday. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
Customer Care Center Specialist Marty Leal and Department of Public Utilities Manager James Alarid hosted a booth during the Customer Service Week Read More
What’s All This Hoopla At The Library?
LIBRARY News:Lane Closures Planned Near Trinity Drive Intersection At Diamond Saturday
COUNTY News:
Starting at 7 a.m. until 4 p.m. Saturday, the concrete curb will be replaced between the eastbound and westbound lanes on Trinity Drive at the intersection of Diamond Drive east of Trinity Drive.
This work will require the closure of one of the two westbound left turn lanes on Trinity to Diamond. The eastbound through lane on Trinity Drive immediately east of Diamond Drive will be closed for approximately 200 feet, requiring the closure of the southbound Diamond left turn lane.
All traffic will be detoured to Canyon Road, so drive cautiously and follow all advanced warning Read More
County: 100 Days Of Summer Declared A Success!
This photograph is an entry in the 100 Days of Summer Photo Contest. Courtesy photo
Sarah Matthews is the winner of Los Alamos County’s 100 Days of Summer Photo Contest. Courtesy photo
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Community Services Department would like to thank the community of Los Alamos for making the inaugural 100 Days of Summer program a great success.
With more than 100 participants, the County was pleased with the level of excitement and involvement. From Memorial Day through Labor Day, residents were encouraged to “Get Out. Get Active,” throughout Los Alamos County and Read More
Daily Postcard: Flowers Near Airport Runway
Daily Postcard: Flowers grow near the runway at Los Alamos County Airport. Photo by Chris Clark/ladailypost.com
Photo by Chris Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
Man Charged In Alleged Incident At Camp May
Police arrest Sachin Pandey, 31, of Los Alamos Tuesday morning near LANB and charged him with aggravated battery, false imprisonment and attempt to commit a felony – sexual assault stemming from an incident Sept. 24 at Camp May. Courtesy photoSachin Pandey, 31, of Los Alamos was taken into custody Tuesday by the Los Alamos Police Department and charged with aggravated battery, false imprisonment and attempt to commit a felony – sexual assault.
An arrest warrant was issued by Los Alamos Magistrate Court Judge Pat Casados Read More
Los Alamos Police Blotter: Sept. 29 – Oct. 3, 2017
LAPD News:
The following information is provided by the Los Alamos Police Department.
Neither arrests nor charges indicate a conviction, and neither means that a person is guilty of the charges filed against them.
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TRUJILLO, RUSSELLLAFD Fire Prevention Week: ‘Every Second Counts … Plan 2 Ways Out!’
LAFD News:
You and your family are fast asleep when the smoke alarm sounds: Do you know what to do?
Consider this scenario: It’s 2 o’clock in the morning. You and your family are fast asleep when you awaken to the smoke alarm sounding and the smell of smoke. What do you do? If you and your family don’t have a plan in place, it could jeopardize your safety, or even prove deadly.
In a typical home fire, you may have as little as one to two minutes to escape safely from the time the smoke alarm sounds. That’s why home escape planning is so critical in a fire situation. It ensures that everyone in the household knows Read More
Los Alamos County Dedicates Smart House Artwork
From left, Arts in Public Places (APP) Board Chair Susie Schillaci, Artist Alexander Scheinker, Photographer Minesh Bacrania, APP Board Member Britton Donharl and APP Vice Chair Jeremy Smith cut the ribbon this afternoon to officially dedicate the artwork that was formerly in the Smart House and now resides in an alcove on the second floor of the Los Alamos County Municipal Building. Other artwork featured in the alcove was created by artists Kevin Box and Umi Raby who were unable to attend today’s dedication. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
Arts in Public Places Board Member Read More
Compass Rose Painting Completed On Runway At Los Alamos County Airport
Members of the Rio Grande Norte Chapter of the 99’s organization have completed their project of painting a compass rose on the runway of the Los Alamos County Airport. They explained that the compass is used by pilots to calibrate their aircrafts. This particular compass is 42 feet in diameter. The 99’s is an international organization of women aviators. Photo by Chris Clark/ladailypost.com
The compass rose painting is now completed on the runway of the Los Alamos County Airport. Photo by Chris Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
