Science On Tap Explores Plasma Physics Thursday
COMMUNITY News:
Science On Tap happens every third Thursday of the month, featuring a new topic each time. This month Glen Wurden, with the Los Alamos National Laboratory’s Plasma Physics Group, will briefly outline the work he’s been doing in conjunction with the Wendelstein 7-X stellarator in Germany. Part of that work has been to design systems to peer into the roiling world of superhot plasmas to test a promising alternative approach to harness fusion energy.
Join the group to chat about plasma physics at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, April 21 at UnQuarked Wine Room, 145 Central Park Square Read More
Council Tentatively Approves Community Services Department’s Proposed $11.8 Million FY2017 Budget
Community Services Department Director Charlie Kalgeros-Chattan breaks down her department’s proposed budget during this evening’s council meeting. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Staff Report
The Los Alamos County Council voted 7-0 this evening to tentatively approve the Community Services Department’s proposed $11,883,895 FY2017 budget.
The Community Services Department (CSD) includes Library; Parks, Recreation and Open Space; and Social Services Divisions, and certain cultural services contracts with outside agencies such as the Arts Center, Read More
Council Tentatively Approves Community Development Department’s $1,624,425 FY2017 Proposed Budget
Los Alamos County Community Development Department Director Paul Andrus discusses with the council his department’s proposed budget of $1,624,425 for FY2017. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Staff Report
The Los Alamos County Council tentatively approved 7-0 this evening the Community Development Department’s proposed budget of $1,624,425 for FY2017.
The Community Development Department, CDD, consists of four divisions:
- Administration;
- Housing;
- Planning; and
- Building Safety.
CDD serves as staff liaison to the Planning and Zoning Commission, Board of Adjustment, Read More
Council Tentatively Approves County Manager’s Proposed $17 Million FY2017 Budget
Los Alamos County Manager Harry Burgess briefs council this evening during the second night of budget hearings on details of his proposed budget of $17,166,687 for FY2017. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Los Alamos County Economic Vitality Administrator Greg Fisher briefs council on economic development endeavors within the county. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Los Alamos Commerce and Development Corporation Executive Director Patrick Sullivan discusses a proposed partnership between the LACDC, LANL and Central Park Square, and asked the county to participate Read More
Council Tentatively Approves County Assessor’s Office Proposed Budget Of $608,682 For FY2017
Los Alamos County Council voted 5-2 this evening to tentatively approve the County Assessor’s Office proposed budget of $608,682 for FY2017. Councilors from left, Kristin Henderson, Steven Girrens, Vice Chair Susan O’Leary, Chair Rick Reiss and councilors David Izraelevitz, Pete Sheehey and James Chrobocinski. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Los Aamos County Assessor Ken Milder, left, and Chief Deputy Assessor Joaquin Valdez brief the County Council on the Assessor’s Office Budget during this evening’s second night of budget hearings. Photo by Read More
Letter To The Editor: Independent Audit Of County’s Personnel Policies Is Just Good Business
By JUDY and DON MACHEN While some will respond to Councilor O’Leary’s request with resistance, what she is proposing is the right thing to do. Recent lawsuits against the county have added up to millions of dollars. It is incumbent upon the citizens of Los Alamos, and the County Council members who represent us,
GOP Candidates Speak At Patriot’s Day Dinner
Michael Romero is running for Congressional District 3 and was one of several Republican candidates who spoke at Saturday’s Patriot’s Day Dinner at the Church of Christ, 2323 Diamond Dr. Republican candidates also include Michael Sanchez runnig for CD 3, Judy Nakamura running for State Supreme Court and Steve French running for judge. The featured speaker at the event was Apollo 17 Astronaut Jack Schmitt who shared his experiences on the moon. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Candidate Yvonne Chicoine is running for District Attorney ‘in order to restore Read More
Board Member Encourages Council To Support FSN
Family Strengths Network Board Member Dan Rushton addresses the county council during public comments this evening in council chambers. He describes the private, non-profit organization that has served the families of Los Alamos and Northern New Mexico since 1989 and appeals to council for funding assistance. Family Strengths Network at 3540 Orange St., provides education, support groups and activities to families, parents, teens and children. ScreenShot/LADP Read More
County’s FY 2017 Budget Hearings Get Underway
Los Alamos County Council Chair Rick Reiss opens the FY 2017 Budget Hearings this evening in Council Chambers at the Municipal Building. ScreenShot/LADP
Los Alamos County Manager Harry Burgess is presenting an introduction and overview of the FY 2017 Budget to Council this evening in Council Chambers at the Municipal Building. County Attorney Rebecca Ehler looks on at left. ScreenShot/LADP
Los Alamos Deputy County Manager/CFO Steven Lynne and County Budget and Performance Manager Karen Boutilier Kendall breakdown the numbers in the FY 2017 Budget to Council Read More
Storm Damages 50 Trees At Los Alamos Golf Course
Los Alamos County Golf Course Superintendent Matthew Allen said an initial review of damage from last night’s snowstorm reveals that branches were broken off some 50 trees throughout the golf course. He explained that tree maintenance is included in the budget and he and his crew will take care of removing all of the broken branches. Photo by Nancy Partridge
Last night’s heavy snowstorm broke branches off about 50 trees at the Los Alamos County Golf Course. Photo by Nancy Partridge
Broken tree branches spotted this morning beneath trees at the Los Alamos County Golf Course. Photo Read More
PAC 8 Community Media Center Offers Video Classes
Students learn the ins and outs of video production through PAC 8. Courtesy/PAC 8
PAC 8 News:
PAC 8 is offering new classes this summer as well as some of the favorites.
Eighteen sessions are being offered. In “GoPro + Drone Flying”, students learn how to use a GoPro and do time-lapse, slo-mo and also fly a drone with a GoPro attached to it. All levels of video classes are offered with instruction in editing with I Movie, Final Cut Pro and Adobe Premiere. Students also can learn how to use a blue screen and make a music video.
Classes will be offered in Blender, a professional free and open-source 3D computer Read More
LAPD Releases First Quarter 2016 Crime Statistics
Chief Dino Sgambellone
LAPD News:
Today, Chief of Police Dino Sgambellone released crime statistics for the first quarter of 2016, which were compiled by the Records Section of the Los Alamos Police Department.
Offenses reported as crime statistics are determined by the FBI Uniform Crime Report Program and are classified as crimes against persons (violent crime) and crimes against property. The offenses of murder (homicide), rape, robbery and aggravated assault make up the violent crime category. The offenses of arson, burglary, larceny, and auto theft make up the property crime category. Read More
County Invites Vendors To Participate In Los Alamos Summer Concert Series
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Recreation Division is offering several vending opportunities for community organizations, vendors and businesses at several community events.
Potential vendors are invited to attend a vender meeting 5-7 p.m. Thursday, April 21 in the classroom at the Aquatic Center to review information for the 2016 Summer Concert Series including vendor locations for the series. Vendors may submit applications at the front desk following the meeting.
The Special Event Vendor Permit Application and the Vendor License Application, which both must be Read More
April Is Underage Drinking Prevention Month
April is Underage Drinking Prevention month and Thursday, the DWI Planning Council held their monthly meeting to continue their efforts.
The Los Alamos Planning Council is made up of members who represent a broad spectrum of interests, with two of its citizen board members serving for quite a long time.
“Diane Noveroske has served in various capacities including coordinator and planning council chair since 2005, DWI Coordinator Kirsten Bell said. “Morrie Pongratz has been a citizen board member since Read More
County Hosts Queen’s Court Competition May 7
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Recreation Division is hosting the Queen’s Court Competition Saturday, May 7 to determine the Los Alamos County Fair and Rodeo queen, princess and sweetheart.
Requirements:
- Candidate must be a Los Alamos County resident or attend Los Alamos Public Schools and provide a report card;
- Queen Contestants (Ages 17-25);
- Princess Contestants (Ages 14-16);
- Sweetheart Contestants (Ages 10-13); and
- Entries must be submitted by 5 p.m. Monday, May 2.
For more information, contact the Recreation Division at 505.662.8173 or visit ww.losalamosnm.us/rec. Read More
Boutique Air Terminates Contract With County
Boutique Air. Courtesy photo
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Airport Manager David Ploeger announced today that he received a letter Thursday evening from Shawn Simpson, CEO of Boutique Air, terminating Boutique’s contract with the County to provide air service from Los Alamos to Albuquerque.
Boutique and the County entered into a contract last November to provide three flights a day between the Los Alamos airport (LAM) and Albuquerque Sunport (ABQ).
The letter came after conversations between Simpson and Ploeger about low passenger counts for the commercial airlines service and the need Read More
Study Shows Los Alamos County Offers Big ‘Bang For Buck’ On Property Taxes
SmartAsset News:
SmartAsset, a New York financial technology company, recently released its second annual study on property taxes.
Los Alamos County ranked number 4 among New Mexico places getting the most ‘Bang for their Buck’ on property taxes, making their second consecutive appearance in the study’s top 5.
In addition to property taxes, the study analyzed the quality of local schools and the local crime rates to see where people were seeing the most value.
To view the full study results, methodology, and interactive map, click here. Read More
Scenes From Tour Of Fuller Lodge Renovations
County Project Manager Wayne Kohlrust discusses plans for the implementation of a new elevator inside Fuller Lodge during a tour for members of the media Friday morning. Photo by Chris Clark/ladailypost.com
Construction is underway for a new elevator inside Fuller Lodge. Photo by Chris Clark/ladailypost.com
The front staircase and down-ramp at Fuller Lodge will be replaced with a new design later in the year. Photo by Chris Clark/ladailypost.com
Construction underway inside Fuller Lodge. Photo by Chris Clark/ladailypost.com
From left, David Sutton of KRSN,Los Alamos Police Blotter: April 6 – April 11, 2016
LAPD News:Los Alamos Golf Course Parking Lot Construction
COUNTY News:
Construction of the final phase of the Los Alamos COunty Golf Course parking lot is scheduled to begin Monday, April 18.
The contractor, GM Emulsion, will install a perimeter fence around the eastern portion of the main parking lot for safety. Patrons of the golf course will be allowed to use the western portion of the parking lot and overflow parking areas.
As large trucks will be hauling base and asphalt materials into the work area, motorists and patrons are asked to use caution. Work hours are scheduled for 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday thru Friday. The project is scheduled for completion Read More
