Financial Stability Continues to be Major Goal for Los Alamos County in 2014
Los Alamos County Administrator Harry Burgess presented his annual “State of the County” address at the first Chamber Business Breakfast of 2014, held today at UNM-Los Alamos.
Harry Burgess. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
Financial stability continues to be a major goal for Los Alamos County, Read More
Los Alamos Utilities Manager Announces Retirement
John Arrowsmith
John Arrowsmith is announcing his upcoming retirement at tonight’s Los Alamos County Utilities Board meeting in the Municipal Building, 1000 Central Ave.
Arrowsmith submitted the following letter to the Utilities Board:
“This letter is to inform you that I intend to retire during calendar year 2014. Although my official retirement date will be December 31, 2014, with accrued leave I will be eligible to leave by approximately July 15.
I appreciate the opportunity I’ve had to lead the Department of Public Utilities over the
Breaking News: Police Officers Sue Los Alamos County
UPDATE: The Los Alamos Daily Post just received the following comment from Los Alamos County: The County has not received the lawsuit from the office of George Geran, and as such, has not had the opportunity to review it.
Former Commander Randy Foster
Staff Report
Two former commanders of the Los Alamos Police Department and one current detective filed a lawsuit today against Los Alamos County, alleging wrongful discharge, retaliation and gender discrimination.
The Complaint seeks redress for harms the County inflicted upon the three, former Commander Randy Foster, former Commander Scott Read More
Sioux Street Underground Electric Cable Replacement Project Begins
COUNTY News:
The Sioux Street Underground Electric Cable Replacement Project begins this week with completion planned for early to mid-March, according to officials at the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU.)
“This will replace approximately 3,800 feet of electric conductor line along Sioux Street and includes the installation of conduit and multiple circuits for redundancy, which will improve electric reliability in the neighborhood,” Project Manager Stephen Marez said. “Redundancy both improves performance and curtails time to restore power should a power outage Read More
Los Alamos Police Blotter Jan. 2 to Jan. 7, 2014
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 HALLADAY
Jan. 2 at 4:38 p.m. / Police arrested John Halladay, 41, of Los Alamos at 4788 Yucca St., and charged him with encouraging violation of bail or probation.
Jan. 3 at 12:36 a.m. / A 26-year-old Los Alamos woman reported that she was battered on 42nd Street by a household member.
GARY BOBO
Jan. 3 at 1:50 a.m. / Police arrested Gary Bobo, 42, at 2064 42nd St., and charged Read More
DWI Planning Council Seeks New Members
DWI PLANNING COUNCIL News:
The Los Alamos DWI Planning Council is seeking volunteer members.
The DWI Planning Council works to prevent or reduce the incidence of DWI, the rate of injuries and fatalities caused by drug or alcohol-impaired drivers and underage drinking.
The group meets monthly and those interested should contact Coordinator Linda Matteson for more information at 505.662.8241 or email her at Linda.Matteson@lacnm.us.
Scenes From Friday’s Golf Course Community Building Construction Tour
Group Tours Golf Course Club House
Friday morning, County Councilor Fran Berting, left, and Council Vice Chair Kristin Henderson participated in a group tour of the Los Alamos Golf Course Community Building under construction on Diamond Drive. The project is scheduled for completion later this spring. Look for more details and photos of Friday’s tour in Sunday’s edition of the Los Alamos Daily Post. Courtesy photo Read More
Jan. 14 Council Work Session Cancelled
COUNTY NEWS:
The Los Alamos County Council has cancelled the Work Session scheduled for Tuesday, Jan. 14, due to a lack of work session agenda items.
The Tuesday, Jan. 28 regular Council Session will proceed as usual, beginning with public comment at 7 p.m. in the Municipal Building Council Chambers, 1000 Central Ave. Read More
Los Alamos DPU Board To Consider Tiered Water Rates
DPU News:
Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities will present to the Board of Public Utilities ordinance 02-239, which would implement a seasonal tiered water rate for residential and multi-family customers. Open to the public, the hearing is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 15 at the Municipal Building, 1000 Central Ave., Suite 110.
Should the Board approve the recommended ordinance it will be considered for adoption by the Los Alamos County Council at a public hearing tentatively scheduled in February.
According to DPU officials water consumption in Los Alamos more than doubles Read More
Public Speaks For and Against Nuisance Code Changes
Members of the public expressed their thoughts on proposed changes to the Los Alamos County Nuisance Code at tonight’s Council meeting. Opinions ran the gamut from vehement opposition citing some of the changes are a precursor to a police state where citizens’ property is seized – to Realtors enthusiastically embracing the changes saying they drive clients throughout Los Alamos neighborhoods and have had some cry at the blighted conditions they see. They also said home values can be reduced by as much as $100,000 when homes on a street are in disrepair and debris fills the Read More
County Council Elects 2014 Leadership
During this evening’s meeting, Council Chair Geoff Rodgers is retained in the leadership role on Council for another year by a unanimous vote of the Los Alamos County Council. PrintScreen photo/ladailypost.com
In a unanimous vote by Council, Councilor Kristin Henderson is elected vice chair for 2014. She replaces Vice Chair David Izraelevitz who did not seek reelection as vice chair. PrintScreen photo/ladailypost.com Read More
County Staff Presents Proposed Nuisance Code Changes to Council
Community & Economic Development Director Anne Laurent. PrintScreen photo/ladailypost.com
Staff Report
At this evening’s County Council meeting, County Administrator Harry Burgess and Community & Economic Development Director Anne Laurent are presenting potential changes to the County’s Nuisance Code. They explained that the changes are focused on greater education and outreach as well on resolution efforts.
During a work session in May 2013, County staff suggested expanding
Nature Center Public Meetings Jan. 21-22
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County will hold public information meetings in Los Alamos and White Rock in January to update residents on the design of the new Los Alamos Nature Center.
The meetings will be Jan. 21 at Fuller Lodge in the Pajarito Room and Jan. 22 in White Rock Town Hall. Both meetings will run 5:30-6:30 p.m. and the same material will be presented at each meeting.
The design for the new Nature Center is underway with ground-breaking set to occur in April and estimated completion set for April 2015. The building will be located north of the Aquatic Center at the former skate park at 2600 Read More
Los Alamos Police Blotter: Dec. 27, 2013 to Jan. 1, 2014
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.
EDWARD EMERSON
Dec. 27 at 1:23 a.m. / Edward Emerson, 81, of Los Alamos was arrested at 39th Street and Diamond Drive and charged with DWI.
Dec. 27 at 5:24 p.m. / A 61-year-old Los Alamos man reported that he was harassed on East Jemez Road.
TROY STEPHENSON
Dec. 28 at 4:45 p.m. / Police arrested Troy Stephenson, 27, of Los Alamos at 2500 Trinity Dr., on an outstanding Magistrate Court Read More
Last Skating Lesson Session Begins Next Week
COUNTY News:
The last session of ice skating lessons at the Los Alamos Ice Rink begin the week of Jan. 6.
Contact the Ice Rink at 505-662-4500 or visit the website at www.losalamosnm.us/rec for additional information. Read More
Transportation Board Meeting Changed to Jan. 9
COUNTY News:
The Jan. 2 Los Alamos Transportation Board Meeting has been cancelled and rescheduled for 5:30 p.m. Jan. 9 in Council Chambers. Read More
Los Alamos News Highlights For 2013
Los Alamos County Council Chair Geoff Rodgers and Councilors dedicate the new building as community members look on. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Municipal Building Dedication: Community members turned out as former and current County officials cut the ribbon on the new Los Alamos County Municipal Building June 28 at 1000 Central Ave. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com https://ladailypost.comcontent/ribbons-cut-los-alamos-municipal-building https://ladailypost.comcontent/community-invited-municipal-building-grand-opening-and-tours-june-28 Read More
County Seeks Public Feedback on ‘Nuisances’ and Property Maintenance Standards
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County has established a new Open Forum topic asking for public feedback about Ordinance 02-238 regarding Chapter 18 of the County Code for “Nuisances” and property maintenance standards.
Public comment is open until 5 p.m. Monday, Jan. 6. The public hearing on the proposed Ordinance will take place 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 7 at the County Council meeting in Council Chambers at the Municipal Building.
The link to Open Forum can be found on the County’s home page at www.losalamosnm.us and contains the current language of Chapter 18, new language being proposed in the Ordinance, Read More
Los Alamos Fire Chief Troy Hughes Earns Prestigious International Chief Fire Officer Designation
Los Alamos Fire Chief Troy Hughes
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos Fire Chief Troy Hughes has successfully completed the process that awards him the professional designation of “Chief Fire Officer” (CFO.)
The Commission on Professional Credentialing (CPC) met Dec. 3 to officially confer the designation upon Hughes. He is one of only 944 CFOs worldwide.
The CPC awards the CFO designation only after an individual successfully meets all of the organization’s stringent criteria. The process includes an assessment of the applicant’s education, experience, professional development, technical Read More