County Government

Central Avenue Improvement Project Inches Toward Completion

COUNTY News:

The Central Avenue Improvement Project is inching toward completion. Bathtub Row will open Tuesday morning.

The final closure of the library driveway will occur as soon as Bathtub Row is opened. The closure of the library driveway is necessary in order to install the remaining concrete valley gutters. The library driveway will reopen Monday, Nov. 17. In the meantime, access to the library will be off Bathtub Row, please use the east library parking lot.

Oppenheimer Drive between Trinity Drive and Central Avenue also will open Nov. 17.

Starting Monday, Nov. 24, the contractor will Read More

Victim Of Crash Today On N.M. 4 Has Died

An 18-wheeler involved in a single vehicle accident this morning on N.M. 4 near the Valles Caldera has died. Responders at the scene said the driver’s rig left the roadway and rolled over several times. The cause remains under investigation. Courtesy photo

News Alert:

The driver of an 18-wheeler involved in a single vehicle accident this morning on N.M. 4 near the Sandoval County line has died.

Emergency responders at the scene said the rig left the roadway and rolled over several times. The identity of the driver has not been released. There were no passengers.

The N.M. 4 back gate to Jemez Read More

Los Alamos Property Tax Reminder: First Half Due Date Approaches

COUNTY News:

Los Alamos County property tax bills for 2014 were mailed to property owners last week.

The first half installment becomes delinquent after Wednesday, Dec. 10. Payment must either be made in person at the 311 Customer Care Center by 5 p.m., Dec. 10 or postmarked by midnight that same day to avoid late payment penalty and interest charges. 

The 311 Customer Care Center is in the Municipal Building lobby at 1000 Central Avenue and open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Payments also are accepted through a property tax lockbox at Los Alamos National Bank.

Payments being mailed Read More

Update: N.M. 4 Remains Closed At Back Gate And Eastbound Near Valles Caldera

News Alert:

The County issued an update on this morning’s single commercial vehicle accident, however there is still no report on the condition of the driver involved in the crash.

The N.M. 4 back gate to Jemez Springs remains closed westbound and N.M. 4 eastbound near the Valles Caldera is closed. The N.M. 4 back gate east to Bandelier is open.

The accident is under investigation so the roadway will remain closed a while longer. Read More

County’s Website Unavailable Saturday

COUNTY News:

In order to provide routine maintenance on its servers, the Los Alamos County website at www.losalamosnm.us will be unavailable after 9:30 a.m., Saturday.

Maintenance is expected to last a few hours and should be restored by mid-afternoon, but might take as long as Saturday evening. Read More

Future Of Renewable Energy Adoption In Los Alamos County Hangs In The Balance

LASE News:

The Los Alamos Sustainable Energy Network (LASE) invites the community to attend a strategy session at 6:30 p.m., Tuesday to learn how to help advocate for more renewable energy adoption in Los Alamos County.

  • What:  Community strategy meeting to discuss a planned cohesive response to the BPU proposed net metering fee increase
  • When:  6:30 p.m. Nov. 11
  • Where: Film Festival, 3801 Arkansas Ave.

The Los Alamos Board of Public Utilities (BPU) is considering a proposed electric rate restructure and increase. The proposed rate includes a new charge for Solar PV net-metered Read More

Los Alamos County Sheriff Thanks Community

Los Alamos County Sheriff Marco V. Lucero shakes hands with a young friend during a campaign event in October. Sheriff Lucero issues the following statement to the community: ‘I would like to thank all of those who supported me with their hard work, their vote and their prayers. I want all of the residents of Los Alamos County to know that I will continue to be their public servant. I will continue to do all that I can to help enhance public safety in our community. I want to wish the Jaret McDonald family as well, and thank his campaign committee for keeping things interesting. Read More

New Planter Surrounds Los Alamos Airport Sign

Mason Felipe works Sunday afternoon building a brick planter around the Los Alamos County Airport sign. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

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Watch Election Night Videos Of Local Candidates

POLITICAL News:

The Los Alamos Daily Post interviewed local and state candidates during Tuesday’s 2014 General Election in Council Chambers at the Municipal Building.

Former County Councilor Mike Wismer lightened the mood with his special form of commentary to kick off the evening’s interviews:

 

Former County Councilor Mike Wismer

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

House Dist. 43 Rep. Stephanie Garcia Richard (Dem.)

Stephanie Garcia Richard (winner)

 

 

 

 

 

House Dist. 43 Candidate Geoff
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Water Main Break On Central Avenue

News Alert:

Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities has learned of a water main break this afternoon affecting businesses between Central Avenue and Trinity Drive near 20th Street.

DPU officials state that the water pressure is low as a result. Crews are dispatched and making repairs as quickly as possible.

The Department of Public Utilities (DPU) operates the county-owned electric, gas, water and wastewater systems under the jurisdiction of the Board of Public Utilities. The Board meets the third Wednesday of each month at 5:30 p.m. and the public is always welcome. Stay up to date with Read More

Pet of the Week: Dude The Cat

Dude the cat. Courtesy/FOS

SHELTER News:

Dude is an 8-year-old neutered male cat who came to the Los Alamos County Animal Shelter this week.

He is declawed, so he will need an indoor-only home. Dude is not only handsome, he has charm and poise to match his good looks. He is mellow and friendly with adults, gentle older children, and other mellow cats. He finds dogs problematic and has little time for them.

The Los Alamos Animal Shelter, 226 East Road, 505.662.8179, has a great selection of adoptable pets; see the Petfinder website for photos here. For information about volunteering,

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Los Alamos Police Blotter: Oct. 25 to Nov. 5, 2014

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.

Oct. 25 at 6:51 p.m. / A 71-year-old Los Alamos woman reported that she is the victim of larceny on Camino Mora. The estimated loss is less than $20,000.

GILBERT MAESTAS

Nov. 2 at 10:14 p.m. / Police arrested Gilbert Maestas, 32, of Santa Cruz near Rover Boulevard and N.M. 4 and charged him with driving with a suspended or revoked license.

Nov. 2 at 11:32 p.m. / Police arrested David Hernandez, Read More

Work Wraps Up On Aquatic Center HVAC / Boiler Replacement

Cleaning Walkup Aquatic Center olympic pool tank. Photo by Denise McCoy

Pool filling with water. Photo by Denise McCoy

COUNTY News:

Larry Walkup Aquatic staff provided an update this morning regarding the HVAC and Boiler Replacement project. Work is wrapping up and the pool should re-open soon.

“We look forward to getting our swimmers back in the pool at the earliest possibility,” Recreation Division Manager Randy Smith said.

Smith said that the contractor has completed the following work:

  • HVAC installation that serves the front office spaces is nearly finished;
  • The air handler on the mezzanine
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Main Hill Road Lane Closure Planned For Saturday

Courtesy/LAC

COUNTY News:

To enable the safe de‐electrification and demolition of a water booster station along the Main Hill Road (N.M. 502), a lane of traffic will be closed 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 8.

Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities officials announce that, weather permitting, electric crews will bring down power poles and power lines, which traverse the Main Hill Road just west of the White Rock Y. Crews will need to close a lane to do this. The electric linemen will arrange for advance signage to warn motorists of the lane closure and maintain two‐way traffic with a flagging Read More

Los Alamos Elects New County Councilors

Republican James Chrobocinski

POLITICAL News:

In Tuesday’s General Election, voters selected two Republicans and two Democrats to fill the four vacancies on the Los Alamos County Council. In January they will join Democrats Kristin Henderson and Pete Sheehey and Republican Steven Girrens on the seven person council.

 

Democrat David Izraelevitz

David Izraelevitz and Rick Reiss were appointed within the last three years to fill vacancies and successfully ran for their seats. James Chrobocinski and Susan O’Leary are relatively new to Los Alamos and new to the local political Read More

Los Alamos Magistrate Judge Pat Casados Expresses Thanks

By Hon. PAT CASADOS
Los Alamos Magistrate Court

Thank you, voters of Los Alamos. It is an honor and privilege to serve as the Los Alamos County Magistrate Judge. 

I thank you for your vote of confidence. I promise to uphold the law and pursue fairness, understanding, honesty and integrity as I humbly serve as your Magistrate Judge

I would also like to thank my family, their support and guidance has been unwavering. Thank you to Nan Holmes, your hard work and ready smile has been wonderful. I don’t know what I would have done without them. Friends, thank you for all the encouragement. To all those Read More

Dispennette: Wow What A Journey

By ABE DISPENNETTE
Los Alamos

Wow what a journey. When I was approached to run for County Assessor, being such a newcomer to the community, I had no idea I would attract so many votes. I honestly am deeply humbled for everyone’s vote and the trust you all placed in me to oversee the county tax assessment.

Yet even more, I am grateful for Ken Milder for running a civil race. It is a pleasure to be a part of a community where you can run on an idea, a belief system, and a resume as opposed to battling lies and misdirection. What a great example we lead! So thank you Ken and thank you Los Alamos. 

While Read More

Izraelevitz: Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!

By DAVID IZRAELEVITZ
Los Alamos

And Thank you!

I very much appreciate the support expressed by the community last night. I am delighted and honored to be able to serve Los Alamos as your councilor for another four years. If you voted for me, one last thank you. If you didn’t, I will do my best to earn your trust!

During the campaign, I got a chance for many in-depth discussions with Susan O’Leary, Andrea Cunningham and Michael Redondo, and was impressed by their thoughtfulness and love for Los Alamos. I am looking forward to working with Susan as a fellow councilor, and I am sure that Andrea Read More

Los Alamos County Unofficial Results Are In

A crowd of candidates and supporters gather in Council Chambers to watch the results come in. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com

Staff Report:

Results will be official Thursday but here are the unofficial results from the Los Alamos County Clerk’s Office for Tuesday’s 2014 General Election:

Winners in purple

US Senate

Allen Weh  3,522

Tom Udall 4,399

US Representative District 3

Jefferson Byrd 3,564

Ben Lujan 4,279

Governor and Lt. Governor

Susana Martinez and John Sanchez 4,755

Gary King and Debra Haaland 3,099

Secretary of State

Dianna Duran 4,116

Maggie Toulouse Read More

Long Lines Delay Los Alamos County Election Results

Results are delayed because lines remain at both the Los Alamos Golf Course voting center and the White Rock Fire Station. County Clerk Sharon Stover just announced that 8,035 votes have been cast so far in the 2014 General Election. She added that 3,411 votes have been cast so far today. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com Read More

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