Opinion & Columns

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

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 2, 2018

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

Letter To The Editor: James Robinson Will Bring Fresh, Energetic Presence To County Council

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 2, 2018

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.

Local Transit Is An Integral Part Of Our Community

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 2, 2018

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

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 2, 2018

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

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 2, 2018

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

Letter To The Editor: LALT Says ‘Thanks Los Alamos’

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 2, 2018

By JOHN CULLINAN

Los Alamos Little Theatre

On behalf of the cast and crew of Silent Sky, I want to say a big “Thank you!” to the community of Los Alamos for showing such great support for our production at Los Alamos Little Theatre.

It was an absolute joy to present it to you all, and we’re thrilled we could bring so much joy to all of you who came to see it.

Thank you for being in our audience, and for talking it up and sharing it with your friends and neighbors. We’re glad you could be a part of it.

Chama Mayor: Public Transportation Vital To Connecting Rural Communities To Opportunities

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on October 1, 2018

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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