NNSA’s Ted Wyka gives semi-annual report

The field office manager updated Council on road safety, housing, and future plans

At the Los Alamos County Council meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 24, Ted Wyka, the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) field office manager, gave his semi-annual update on key Lab/town issues — his previous Council update was March 19. The meeting covered many topics: Mission updates, LANL hiring, the ongoing Rendija Canyon land transfer negotiations, and more. Because this presentation — like the March presentation — happened weeks after a fatal car crash, road safety took the forefront. 

Ted Wyka (bottom of screen) presented to Los Alamos County Council on Tuesday

“The most fearful part of your day is driving”

Roads: Wyka said the Lab is trying to manage traffic speed and curb aggressive driving, a growing concern for residents and commuters — not only because of the high-profile crashes but because of an increase in distracted and reckless driving. According to Wyka, these traffic issues have intensified with the increasing number of vehicles commuting to and from LANL daily.