DWI Planning Council Releases Survey Results
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County DWI Planning Council recently conducted a survey via Open Forum to find out information about the community’s perception of DWI and to solicit input on how to spend annual alcohol tax distribution funds.
The survey yielded 117 responses during the 5-week period it was open (June 29 – Aug. 5). The age of responders ranged from 15 to over 60 with the highest percent responding in the 41-50 age category (23 percent) and 93 percent of responders are residents of Los Alamos County with an average residency of 16 years.
Responses indicate that there is an awareness Read More
Low Water Pressure In Loma Linda Neighborhood
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Department of Public Utilities reports that at about. 2:30 p.m., today, a water line ruptured in the Loma Linda neighborhood.
DPU’s Gas, Water & Sewer crews need to reduce the water pressure to the entire Loma Linda neighborhood to make repairs.
They anticipate that the water pressure will be restored by 6:30 p.m., today to normal levels and thank residents for their patience.
County Customer Service Week Celebration Oct. 5
COUNTY News:
Residents are invited to stop by the Los Alamos County Municipal Building lobby 1-3 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 5 to view a wide variety of information about County services, programs and events.
It’s all part of “Customer Service Week” activities taking place Oct. 3-7 and sponsored by the Department of Public Utilities’ Customer Care Center.
Refreshments will be served and County staff will be on hand to answer questions. Read More
Los Alamos Police Blotter Sept. 21 – Sept. 27, 2016
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.
SERENA YANEZ
Sept. 21 at 4:15 a.m. / Police arrested Serena Yanez, 20, of Espanola at 60 Camino Entrada and charged her with concealing her identity.
DESIREE NITZ
Sept. 21 at 3:05 p.m. / Police arrested Desiree Nitz, 26, of Los Alamos at 945 San Ildefonso Road and charged her with abuse of a child.
Sept. 22 at 10:21 a.m. / The Los Alamos Police Bomb Squad responded Read More
Eco Station And Overlook Convenience Center Closed On Columbus Day Oct. 10
COUNTY News:
The Eco Station will be closed Monday, Oct. 10 in observance of Columbus Day. No trash or recycling will be collected.
For residents whose collection day falls on Monday, trash and recycle will be collected Wednesday, Oct. 12.
The Overlook Convenience Center also will be closed Monday, Oct. 10.
Operating hours will resume Tuesday, Oct. 11 for both services.
Direct question to 505.662.8163. Read More
Henderson: Vote To Abolish Office Of Sheriff
By KRISTIN HENDERSONLos Alamos County Council Candidate Models Kilts
Los Alamos County Council candidate Jaret McDonald models a kilt featuring maximum comfort and style. Proceeds form his modeling gig goes to his nonprofit Famine To Feast. Courtesy photo
Los Alamos County Council candidate Jaret McDonald ponders the countryside as he models a kilt. Courtesy photo
Los Alamos County Council GOP candidate Jaret McDonald has been tapped to model kilts.
“I am lucky enough to have been selected to be a kilt model in the USA for DNKE,” McDonald told the Los Alamos Daily Post.
McDonald works at Los Alamos National Laboratory Read More
Home Efficiency Expo Shares Ideas Saturday
Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities’ James Alarid and Angelica Gurule show off energy saving goodies at their booth at the Home Efficiency Expo Saturday at UNM-Los Alamos. DPU sponsored the event, which showcased ways to be more energy efficient at home. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
A representative from SunPower talks with a visitor about solar power. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
A vender shares information at the Expo. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.comCouncil Candidate Chris Chandler Hosts Chats
More Scenes From Canyon Rim Trail Bridge Installation
The new pedestrian bridge being installed Sept. 16 on the Canyon Rim Trail in Los Alamos. The project invloved three cranes and some 50 workers. Photo by Chris Clark/ladailypost.com
The new pedestrian bridge being installed Sept. 16 on the Canyon Rim Trail in Los Alamos. Photo by Chris Clark/ladailypost.com
The new pedestrian bridge being installed Sept. 16 on the Canyon Rim Trail in Los Alamos. Photo by Chris Clark/ladailypost.com
The new pedestrian bridge being installed Sept. 16 on the Canyon Rim Trail in Los Alamos. Photo by ChrisCounty Council Notice Of Possible Quorum
COUNTY News:
Members of the Los Alamos County Council may attend a data presentation at the New Mexico Youth Risk and Resiliency (NM-YRRS) Roadshow, 1-3 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 28 in Council Chambers at the Municipal Building, 1000 Central Ave.
A quorum of the council may be present, however no council action will be taken.
The NM-YRRS is a tool to assess the health risk behaviors and resiliency (protective) factors of New Mexico high school and middle school students. The NM-YRRS is part of the national CDC Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance System (YRBSS), but the survey results have widespread
Meet Top County Attorney Candidates Oct. 6
COUNTY News:
Members of the public are invited to meet the top candidates vying for the position of Los Alamos County Attorney at a reception hosted by the County Council at 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 6 in the Community Room at the Golf Course. Refreshments will be served.
Becky Ehler recently retired as the County Attorney. The position is appointed by the Council. Read More
Los Alamos County Council Work Session On Capital Improvement Projects Draws Crowd
COUNTY News:
The Dekker Perich Sabatini (DPS) team participated in a Los Alamos County Council work session Tuesday on the 11 capital projects being considered for a possible bond election next May.
The team spoke before a packed house with approximately 50 members of the public and County staff. Will Gleason, Principal with DPS, gave an overview of the 11 projects and initial probable cost estimates for each project.
The Council then asked questions and received clarification on each of the projects. The council requested the team continue working on the cost estimates and look for cost savings Read More
Cone Zone: Week Of Sept. 26
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County has issued the following Road Construction Update for the week of Sept. 26.
For more information about the projects listed below, e-mail lacpw@lacnm.us, call 505.662.8150, or visit the “Projects” link at www.losalamosnm.us. Please slow down and use caution within the construction work zones. Please note the below information is based on a schedule provided by the contractors and may change due to weather or other delays.
The public is welcome to attend any of the Public Works weekly project meetings; contact the Public Works Department at 505.662.8150 for Read More
Sheriff’s Office Announces New Registered Sex Offender Todd Frederick App In Los Alamos County
Todd Frederick App
PUBLIC SAFETY News:
Los Alamos County Sheriff Marco Lucero is advising the community of a newly registered sex offender.
Todd Frederick App registered with the local sheriff’s office today. He was convicted July, 14, 1993 in the Superior Court of Pinal County, State of Arizona of 1 count of “Aggravated Sexual Assault, 1st Degree (Child Under 15).” He also was convicted of 1 count of “Attempted Kidnapping, 2nd Degree”.
App is residing at 143 Monte Rey South in White Rock.
For further information regarding registered convicted sex offenders, review the Los Alamos County Read More
P&Z Considers New Development In Quemazon
At its Sept. 28 meetiing, the P&Z Commission will consider an amendment to allow development of eight homes at 4725 Quemazon. Courtesy/LACFree Home Efficiency Expo UNM-LA Saturday
COUNTY News:
Home owners and renters alike are invited to attend the second annual Home Efficiency Expo on Saturday, Sept. 24.
Hosted by the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities, this free event will focus on saving energy, water and money. Citizens are encouraged to drop in between the hours of 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. at UNM-Los Alamos, Student Center, Building 2 located at 4000 University Dr. in Los Alamos.
More than a dozen exhibitors will highlight water- and energy-efficient tips, retrofits and upgrades to improve the efficiency of one’s home and landscaping. Citizens will learn about renewable Read More
Los Alamos Police Blotter: Sept. 14–Sept. 20, 2016
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.
JOHN LERMA
Sept. 14 at 7:38 a.m. / Police arrested John Lerma, 42, of Albuquerque at 2500 Trinity Dr., and charged him with conspiracy and issued him a summons to appear in court.
SHAWN TRUJILLO
Sept. 15 at 7:45 a.m. / Police arrested Shawn Trujillo, 19, of Chimayo at 1695 Trinity Dr., on an outstanding Magistrate Court warrant.
Sept. 15 at 1:35 p.m. / A 32-year-old Los Alamos Read More
Tips To Manage Waste To Minimize Bear Encounters
One of Dr. Kathleen Ramsey’s bear cubs enjoying delicious fruit donated from Los Alamos residents. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Bears have been making their way into residential areas in Los Alamos because of lack of food in the wild and ease of getting it out of trash roll carts.
Here are some safe practices for managing waste to minimize encounters with bears:
- Avoid luring bears on to your property by maintaining any fallen fruit; bring it here to the ECO Station and help donate to Dr. Kathleen Ramsay’s bear cubs at her rehab center.
- Stock up for the winter and preserve fruit by canning or drying fruit.
Range Road Improvement Work Begins Sept. 26
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Public Works Department crews are scheduled to start work Sept. 26 on a bus turn-a-round on Range Road just north of the intersection at Aspen Drive.
The work will primarily be limited to the east shoulder of Range Road, however, motorists and pedestrians should watch for increased heavy equipment in the area. The work is anticipated to last approximately one month, weather permitting.
The Project consists of a paved bus turn-a-round off Range Road, which will provide transit service to Ponderosa Estates. Read More
