Ascent Aviation Breaks Ground In Roswell … Facility Will Serve As Major Hub For Airline Industry
Roswell hangar will be similar to this Ascent Aviation hangar at another operations center. Courtesy/Ascent Aviation
Economic Development Department News:
ROSWELL – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham joined executives from Ascent Aviation and local and state officials on Saturday to break ground on a new Roswell facility that will serve as a major hub for airline maintenance and repair.
The Ascent Aviation expansion at the Roswell Air Center was one of the first rural economic development projects approved by Gov. Lujan Grisham since she took office in January of 2019. It is now moving forward Read More
Heinrich Announces $38 Million For New Mexico To Build Out Electric Vehicle Charging Network Made Possible By Infrastructure Law
From the Office of U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich:
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), co-founder of the Electrification Caucus and member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, joined U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, U.S. Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm, and White House National Climate Advisor Gina McCarthy as they formally announce historic levels of funding to establish the new nationwide network of electric vehicle charging stations included in the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
The event was held on the plaza at DOT Headquarters Read More
Follow The Steps To A Career With LAPS
Courtesy/LAPS
LAPS News:
Follow the steps to a career with Los Alamos Public Schools (LAPS).
LAPS is hiring several positions, including custodial staff and instructional assistants.
LAPS also is looking for maintenance technician staff, including grounds, lock and key, preventative and electricians helper. Starting pay is $15 per hour.
LAPS employees also receive paid holidays, paid vacation, medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, YMCA membership and a retirement plan. In addition, there are opportunities for continuing education and advancement.
For more information Read More
Governor-Backed Legislation To Reduce Licensing Barriers Heads To New Mexico Senate
STATE News:
SANTA FE – As part of Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham’s promise to reform the regulatory burdens on businesses, a bill to streamline professional licenses, House Bill 191, has passed the House early Saturday and is heading to the New Mexico State Senate.
“It is imperative that we remove as many barriers as possible, without jeopardizing public health and safety, for applicants moving to New Mexico from other states who are trying to access professional licensing. These changes are a major step for our state to be successful as we continue to spur economic growth” RLD Superintendent Linda Read More
Chamber Breakfast: Attack Research Of Los Alamos On Cybersecurity: Basics, Attacks & Mitigation 7:30a Thursday
Attack Research co-founder and Chief Technology Officer David Sayre and Security Technician Zac Hogan will be discussing the latest attacks and mitigation techniques at 7:30 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 17. Join the chamber in person at UNM-LA for breakfast, networking and the presentation or via Zoom. Register for in-person at UNM-LA, 7:30 a.m. or Register for Zoom (begins at 8 a.m.) Courtesy/Chamber Read More
Gov. Lujan Grisham And State Union Leaders Reach Agreement On Historic Compensation Package
NMDWS Acting Director Ricky Serna
NMSPO News:
SANTA FE — Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham’s executive recommendation for State of New Mexico employee compensation would increase current pay rates from a minimum of 4 percent to as much as 40 percent, depending on an employee’s current pay.
The recommendation would achieve a baseline $15 minimum hourly pay rate for state employees, while also adjusting all state employee pay rates to prevent compaction.
“Last year Gov. Lujan Grisham tasked the State Personnel Office with convening a compensation work group that included our union partners,” said Read More
County Lodgers’ Tax Advisory Board Meets Noon Tuesday
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Lodgers’ Tax Advisory Board meets noon Tuesday, Feb. 15 on Zoom.
This meeting is open to the public.
Find the agenda to this meeting here: Feb. 15, 2022 Lodgers’ Tax Advisory Board Agenda.
Find the link to this meeting here.
Webinar ID: 890 2371 2343 Read More
‘Chocolates With LOV’ Fundraiser Underway At Los Alamos And White Rock Del Norte Credit Union Branches
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DNCU News:
Purchase a box of Valentine’s Sweet Treats at $15 a box from the Del Norte Credit Union branch in Los Alamos or White Rock and support Rose Chocolatier and the Del Norte LOV Foundation!.
The treats are milk chocolate and include a brownie bite, fudge bite, candy heart and caramel rose truffle.
“We give a heartfelt thanks to Rose Chocolatier for partnering with us in celebrating our Founding Day on 2/13!” –Del Norte LOV Foundation
All proceeds during the Chocolates with LOV fundraiser will benefit the Del Norte LOV Foundation’s mission of improving lives of youth
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Northern New Mexico College Opens Free Welding Camps
NNMC News:
Unemployed workers will receive hands-on training and job placement assistance
ESPAÑOLA — According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (https://www.bls.gov/ooh/production/welders-cutters-solderers-and-brazers.htm) welding is expected to grow by 8 percent in the next 10 years.
Northern New Mexico College (NNMC) is partnering with the New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions to offer free welding camps that include job placement assistance upon completion.
Participants will train for entry-level jobs in the manufacturing and construction trades as production Read More
