Shin: Vote AGAINST Rec Bond: There’s A Better Way
By LISA SHIN, President A Better Way for LA PAC was formed by concerned citizens who propose that we expand and improve recreation in ways that are fiscally responsible and sustainable. I do not question the quality of life benefits our community would receive from the Recreation Bond. Personally, I would love to see an indoor ice-skating rink and expanded recreational facilities.
However, I question whether this Bond represents the highest and best use of our tax dollars, when there are so many competing needs. There is a better way. I am talking about robust and diverse Read More
County: Special All-Mail Election Do’s & Don’ts
County’s Project Team Hosts Rec Bond Information Table For Community At Farmer’s Market Thursday
COUNTY News:
The County’s project team will host an information table this Thursday during the Farmer’s Market regarding the five proposed recreation bond projects being considered in an all mail-out election.
Market-goers are encouraged to stop by and pick up the Voter Information Booklet or ask questions. The team will be available 9-11 a.m. at the market to answer questions.
Residents can also visit www.losalamosbondprojects2017.com to find information or download the booklet. There also is a Facebook page about the projects – search for Los Alamos Bond Projects 2017 on Facebook.
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Council Honors LAFD Station 4, B Shift Crew For Receiving Phoenix Award For Saving Lives
Los Alamos Fire Chief Troy Hughes, right, briefed members of the Los Alamos County Council Tuesday evening on the fact that his B Shift crew at Fire Station 4 has been awarded the Phoenix CPR Award for saving the lives of Los Alamos residents suffering cardiac arrest. The heroes of the B Shift crew include, Captain/Paramedic Joseph Baca, Driver Engineer/Paramedic Van Leimer and Firefighters Matthew Austin, Zachary Shriver and Kenneth Martinez. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
County staff and community members give a standing ovation to the B Shift crew at Fire Station 4 for saving
Letter To The Editor: Thundersnow In Los Alamos
By LYNN HANRAHANYears ago, on a late winter evening, I noticed my daughter was a bit pale as she was pulling on her hockey gear. The season was approaching its end so it just made sense to go and enjoy whatever ice time remained even though the weather was a bit iffy, too.
It ended up being a night she would always remember. It was the night of the thundersnow! From what I remember her hockey practice began ordinarily enough but then the heavens broke loose and it began to rain, hail, sleet, thunder, and snow. The kids had a ball. By the time my husband brought her home
Council Declares May Motorcycle Awareness Month
Richard Sturgeon addresses the Los Alamos County Council Tuesday in which he accepts a proclamation declaring the Month of May as Motorcycle Awareness Month in Los Alamos County. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Los Alamos County Councilor Chris Chandler, third from right, presents a proclamation on behalf of the Council to Richard Sturgeon and members of the local motorcycle community, declaring the Month of May as Motorcycle Awareness Month in Los Alamos County. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Staff Report
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County Council Proclaims May Bear Month
Los Alamos County Councilor James Chrobocinski presents James Robinson, chair of the Land of Enchantment Wildlife Foundation, with a proclamation on behalf of Council declaring the Month of May as Bear Month in Los Alamos County. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Staff Report
During Tuesday’s Council meeting, Los Alamos County Councilor James Chrobocinski presented James Robinson, chair of the Land of Enchantment Wildlife Foundation, with a proclamation on behalf of Council declaring the Month of May as Bear Month in Los Alamos County.
Proclamation
WHEREAS: Los Alamos
County Council Proclaims Hospital Week May 7-13
Los Alamos Medical Center CEO John Whiteside addresses the Los Alamos County Council during Tuesday night’s meeting in Council Chambers. Whiteside conducted a PowerPoint presentation in which he updated the councilors on new accomplishments achieved at LAMC. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Los Alamos County Councilor Antonio Maggiore, center, presents LAMC CEO John Whiteside and his staff with a proclamation on behalf of the Council recognizing the week of May 7-13 as Hospital Week in Los Alamos County. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Staff Report
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On The Job In Los Alamos: At Aquatic Center
On the job in Los Alamos: County employees Liz Montoya, left, and Christine Chavez greet guests Friday at the Larry Walkup Aquatic Center at 2760 Canyon Road. Photo by Maire O’Neill/ladailypost.com Read More
Letter To The Editor: Good Point … Split The Pot
By CORINE CHRISTMANGerald Antos has a good point. Split the pot (link).
Some of the recreational items are necessary to keep up and others may be needed. The new splash pad costs $750,000. Is this needed? Considering that we have very few really hot days in a year with hopefully rainy days in July and August, there may be most of June and a smattering of other days to use it. Most kids will be happy running through the sprinkler or using a garden hose and that alone saves $750,000.
We also need to consider the yearly upkeep of all these facilities and the need for more employees for the extra facilities. Read More
Letter To The Editor: Consider Voting For Rec Bond … Small Tax Well Worth Enhancement To Quality Of Life
By Monica Van de WaterPlease read, and please have an open mind. Our family always says, “options are always better than no options”!
Even if you don’t care, or don’t like it, consider “VOTING YES” to the upcoming rec bond. There are many families in Los Alamos that do want these recreational facilities. We should support that desire and the excitement that it is generating.
When the seniors needed money for improving the senior center, many of us voted “YES”. How does that benefit me? I’m not a senior. For the school bond, many seniors voted “YES” and they didn’t have children in
Rotary Hears Details Of Recreation Bond
Los Alamos Future PAC members, Tony Fox, left, and Darren Meadows discuss the 2017 recreation bond with the Rotary Club of Los Alamos Tuesday in the community room at the Los Alamos County Golf Course. Ballots for the rec bond election were mailed to voters Tuesday and ask whether to pursue a $20 million general obligation bond, which combined with $13.4 million in capital improvement project funds, will fund five CIP projects for the community: a recreation center, a multi-generational pool, a splash pad and improvements to the golf course and softball fields Read More
Study: Los Alamos County Among Best Places In New Mexico For Living On Social Security
SMARTASSET News:Letter To The Editor: Just Say No On Rec Bond
By KEI DAVISCarolynn Roberts has said it best so far, IMO.
Does this tax hike apply to commercial properties as well? If so, then rents will go up, local businesses will have to charge more for their goods and services, thus driving more business away, so they’ll have to charge even more, the all-too-common death spiral to going bankrupt/out of business in “wealthy” Los Alamos.
Just say “NO” to wanton fiscal irresponsibility.
Letter To The Editor: Come On Los Alamos … Vote YES On Rec Bond!
By HOPE JARAMILLOLAAC’s Arts & Crafts Fair Underway Until 4 p.m. Today
The Los Alamos Arts Council (LAAC) annual Arts and Crafts Fair is underway until 4 p.m. today on the lawn at Fuller Lodge. This is LAAC’s 50th year of putting on this fair and this year there are about 75 vendors participating. In addition to supporting the vendors at the fair, participants can purchase a 50th anniversary tote bag from LAAC for $5 and purchase raffle tickets for a chance to win a sculpture donated to the organization by artist Greg Gowen. Raffle tickets are $5 each or five for $20. The winning ticket will be drawn during LAAC’s annual meeting in June. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com Read More
FAQ: Los Alamos Recreation Bond Election
COUNTY News:
Voting questions from the community and answers from the County regarding the Los Alamos Recreation Bond Election:
Q: Did the County consider having each recreation project listed separately on the ballot so that voters could vote YES or NO on each one?
A: The Council discussed the formation of the ballot in December and in a public hearing in February, after consulting with Bond Counsel to develop the ballot question.
The question stated on the ballot is “Shall the Incorporated County of Los Alamos issue up to $20 million of general obligation bonds, to be repaid from property taxes, Read More
Letter To The Editor: Voting Against Rec Bond
By CAROLYNN ROBERTS
Los Alamos
I agree that Los Alamos, and especially White Rock, need recreational updating/upgrading and, as a property owner, I am willing to foot some of that bill but this $20,000,000 Recreation General Obligation Bond fills me with apprehension and I just can’t vote for it. This is my opinion, and you know what they say about opinions…
RISK
Los Alamos county property owners are taking on all of the risk; a risk that is not in our realm of control. If something adverse happens at LANL or another fire devastates our community, WE, the property owners, are still responsible for Read More
Softball Fields May Receive Improvements
Overlook ballfields. Courtesy/LACBy KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
The softball fields at Overlook Park in White Rock have been a long-time staple at the park.
“The main part of it is well over 20 years old,” Los Alamos County Park Superintendent Jeff Humpton said. “In all that time there hasn’t been any major improvements save for removing and replacing the soil in the infield and replacing the fencing at the backstop and dugout.”
All that could change if voters pass the recreation bond this month. The ballots were mailed out Tuesday and they are due back to the County Clerk’s Office Read More
Los Alamos Sees Continued Decrease In Crime
LAPD News:
Chief of Police Dino Sgambellone has released crime statistics for the first quarter of 2017, 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. Both of Read More