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Udall, Heinrich, Harris Introduce Legislation To Establish Body-Worn Camera Programs At CBP, ICE

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From the Office of U.S. Sen. Tom Udall:

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Tom Udall (D-N.M.), Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) and Kamala D. Harris (D-Calif.) introduced the DHS Body-Worn Camera Act, which would require the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to establish pilot programs for body-worn cameras (BWC) at Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

The legislation would also require DHS to report to Congress on these pilot programs, develop policies governing the use of BWC with public Read More

Letter To The Editor: I Urge Everyone In House Dist. 43 To Vote For Christine Chandler

By MORRIS PONGRATZ
Los Alamos County Council

I urge the voters of New Mexico House District 43 to vote for my friend and colleague, Christine Chandler.
 
I have known and worked with Christine for more than 20 years. We served together on the county council, the LAPS Foundation Board of Directors and the Los Alamos Charter Review Committee. I know Christine to be a hard-worker, an excellent study of the issues, an eloquent speaker and an ethical person. She is not a party ideologue; she works across the aisle for all. We don’t always agree, but I always respect her opinion knowing that it is well
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Letter To The Editor: James Robinson Will Bring Fresh, Energetic Presence To County Council

By JoAnn Johnson
Los Alamos
 

I am voting for James Robinson for County Council.

 
James will bring a fresh, energetic presence to the County Council. He will be dedicated and interested in representing the ENTIRE community. James has been actively volunteering in many areas for many years.
 
I look forward to his serving on the Council and hope that you will join me in voting for him.
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Local Transit Is An Integral Part Of Our Community

By DAVID IZRAELEVITZ, Chair
Los Alamos County Council 

 

There are many things that a local government provides to its citizens. Parks, roads, and public schools all come to mind, but in my opinion, public transit is one of the most appreciated services that our local government in Los Alamos provides to our community. 

 

Specifically, the Los Alamos Atomic City Transit (ATC) system has really brought parts of the community here together like no other system has done before. Los Alamos County consists of two geographically separated communities: the town site and White Read More

Letter To The Editor: Elizabeth Allen Will Take Municipal Court To The Next Level

By BILL WADT
Los Alamos 

We have the opportunity to take our Municipal Court to the next level by electing Elizabeth Allen.

She has years of experience as a trial attorney for both plaintiffs and defendants. Elizabeth has had the opportunity to argue in front of more than 20 judges to observe both good and bad judicial practice.   

Experience is normally a good thing but sitting on the same bench for many years can lead judges to an “I’ve seen this before” mindset, which can yield faulty decisions.

Elizabeth has worked with children with disabilities, child protection services, Read More

Letter To The Editor: Why I Endorse James Rickman

By BILL WADT
Los Alamos 

I am voting for Jim Rickman to be our next Magistrate Judge. I strongly urge you to do the same.

In New Mexico, magistrate judges are only required to have a high school degree or equivalent, unless the judicial district has 200,000 people or more. We need a judge with more than the minimal requirements to provide a more effective, equitable, evidence-based experience for plaintiffs, defendants, and victims and to improve the poor reputation of our magistrate court for ignorance of legal requirements and procedures.

I have known and worked with Jim Rickman for years. Read More

Creation Of Independent State Ethics Commission On Nov. 6 Ballot As Constitutional Amendment #2

CCNM News:
 
New Mexico voters will have an opportunity in November to weigh in on whether New Mexico ought to create an independent ethics commission to hold government officials, candidates and contractors accountable when they violate the law.  
 
New Mexico is one of only six states that does not have an ethics commission.
 
A measure to amend Article 5 of the New Mexico Constitution to create a commission will appear on the Nov. ballot as Constitutional Amendment #2. It proposes to amend Article 5 of the Constitution of New Mexico to “create an independent state ethics
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Balderas Hosts Hundreds At Disability Summit Oct. 4

Attorney General Hector Balderas
 
AG News:
 
ALBUQUERQUE Hundreds of representatives and members of the Disability Community will come together 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 4, at the Albuquerque Convention Center for a day of community collaboration, discussion, advocacy and presentations.
 
This event, hosted by the New Mexico Office of the Attorney General will feature more than 50 advocacy and support groups from within the disability community, and is open to the public. The event also includes free presentations on the Americans with Disabilities Act and Victim
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Governor: Pathology Software Company Expands

Gov. Susana Martinez
 
STATE News:
 
ALBUQUERQUE Thursday, Gov. Susana Martinez announced that Indica Labs, a homegrown technology company, will create up to 58 new jobs and invest more than $3 million in its new headquarters location in Albuquerque.
 
The expansion is being supported by New Mexico’s closing fund, LEDA.
 
“We’re proud to see another great employer expand in New Mexico as we continue to grow our thriving science and technology sector,” Martinez said. “It’s incredible to see our reforms working to help in the formation
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Chama Mayor: Public Transportation Vital To Connecting Rural Communities To Opportunities

By BILLY ELBROCK
Mayor, Village of Chama
 
One of the benefits of living in a remote community is the option to “get away from it all” … to have the opportunity to be in a small town and experience simple living, enjoying nature and outdoor activities.
 
However, the reality is the Village of Chama is 80 to100 miles away from a city of any size. What makes us stand out as a desirable place to live can also be viewed as a drawback to some people.
 
Enter the “Blue Bus” system, formally known as the North Central Regional Transit District (NCRTD).
 
The Blue Bus is VERY important
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Letter To The Editor: The Tangled Web – Truth-telling In Political Life

By RICHARD SKOLNIK
White Rock

I commend Father Jones for bringing to our attention the importance of truth-telling in political life (link).

“There are six things which the LORD hates, seven which are an abomination to him: haughty eyes, a lying tongue … a heart that devises wicked plans, feet that make haste to run to evil, a false witness who breathes out lies, and a man who sows discord among brothers.” (Proverbs 6:16-19)”

We have a President who has mocked women, Hispanic people, black people, disabled people, immigrants, war heroes, and gold star families, among others. Clearly, “sowing Read More

Local GOP Hosts Monthly Meeting 6 p.m. Thursday

GOP News:

The Republican Party of Los Alamos County will hold its monthly meeting at 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 4 at GOP Headquarters, 1650 Trinity Dr., Ste 102.

Direct questions to RPLA Chair John Bliss, 505.672.4059. Read More

Scenes From Trivia Night Fundraiser Hosted By Democrats SGR, Christine Chandler And Friends

Trivia Night Fundraiser hosted by candidate for Land Commissioner Rep. Stephanie Garcia Richard, left, and Council Vice Chair and House Dist. 43 candidate Christine Chandler with Councilor Antonio Maggiore, Tim Morrison, Cat Ozment and Tina DeYoe, Sept. 21 at the Posse Lodge. Amy Storey, center, and friend participated in the event. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
 
Trivia Night Fundraiser co-host Council Vice Chair and House Dist. 43 candidate Christine Chandler, right, chats with constituents. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

County Council candidate Sara

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New Mexico Supreme Court Candidate Michael E. Vigil Visits Los Alamos Daily Post

Judge Michael Vigil discusses his reasons for seeking a seat on the New Mexico Supreme Court during an interview last week with Publisher Carol A. Clark at the Los Alamos Daily Post. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/kadailypost.com

 

By CAROL A. CLARK
Los Alamos Daily Post
caclark@ladailypost.com

Judge Michael E. Vigil visited with the news team Sept. 22 at the Los Alamos Daily Post to discuss his candidacy for position one on the New Mexico Supreme Court.

He is credited with fighting to protect the rights of children, teachers and victims in general, workers’ rights and to increase individual Read More

Scenes From Elizabeth K. Allen Meet & Greet

Los Alamos Municipal Judge candidate Elizabeth K. Allen invited local families to meet her family Friday, Sept. 21 at her home on San Ildefonso Road. The event drew a crowd and many children in attendance enjoyed festivities in the upstairs game room at the home. Allen is an attorney running on the Democratic ticket against Republican incumbent Alan Kirk. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

Los Alamos Municipal Judge candidate Elizabeth K. Allen chats with community members during her Meet & Greet Friday, Sept. 21 at her home on San Ildefonso Road. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More

DOE Awards Renewal Of Grant Agreement To New Mexico Environment Department (NMED)

DOE News:
 
CINCINNATI, Ohio The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Environmental Management Consolidated Business Center (EMCBC) Thursday issued a grant renewal to the New Mexico Environment Department.
 
The Agreement, entitled “Environmental oversight and monitoring at the DOE Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) and Sandia National Laboratories/New Mexico (SNL/NM)” was renewed for a five-year project period, with annual budget periods beginning Oct. 1, 2018.
 
This grant agreement is intended to:
  • provide a mechanism through which the NMED can provide independent,
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New Mexico Ethics Watch Releases Follow-Up Report On Compliance With Financial Disclosure Act

NMEW News:
 
New Mexico Ethics Watch, a nonprofit dedicated to promoting more ethics in governance and public life, Thursday releases its third report, Third Time, No Charm: Continuing Issues with the Financial Disclosure Act.
 
The report re-examines New Mexico’s Financial Disclosure Act and the filing of personal financial information by the Governor and Lieutenant Governor, cabinet secretaries, all members of the Legislature and all candidates for the Legislature. The law, which requires legislators, statewide office holders and state agency heads to file annual statements,
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Fr. Glenn: The Tangled Web

By Rev. Glenn Jones
Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church
Los Alamos

Find yourself bored? Need a little excitement? … an adrenaline rush? This week all you may need do is find a crowded room and shout “Kavanaugh!”… and dive for cover. Let the melee begin.

The Kavanaugh hearing of the Senate Judiciary Committee was quite the divisive spectacle last week. Now that issue has been passed on to the Senate, we are no doubt going to be afforded even more drama. One cannot but weary of it all … saddened as we watch the nation subjected to yet another trial of faith in its government. It seems that one Read More

Luján, Tonko Addiction Treatment Bill Included In Opioid Package Agreement

U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Luján
 
CONGRESSIONAL News:
 
WASHINGTON, D.C. It was announced Tuesday that U.S. Rep. Paul Tonko (D-NY) and U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Luján’s (D-NM) bipartisan addiction treatment bill, H.R. 3692: Addiction Treatment Access Improvement Act, was included in the final opioid package agreement that was negotiated between the House and Senate.
 
In the Senate, companion legislation was led by Senators Ed Markey (D-MA), Rand Paul (R-KY), Maggie Hassan (D-NH), and Susan Collins (R-ME).
 
U.S. Rep. Paul Tonko
 
“When an individual in the throes of addiction
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Second League Of Women Voters Forum Oct. 3

LWV News:
 
The League of Women Voters of Los Alamos will host its second non-partisan candidates forum Wednesday, Oct. 3.
 
Refreshments and socializing with the candidates begins at 6:30 p.m. and the forum begins at 7 p.m. at the Student Union in Building 2 at UNM-LA.
 
This forum features the unopposed candidate for County Assessor, Ken Milder (D); candidates for Magistrate Judge: Pat Casados (D), and James Rickman (L); and the four candidates for Sheriff: Joseph Granville (D), Chris Luchini (L), James Whitehead (R), and Greg White (DTS).
 
We will also hear from candidates
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