Thursday, December 21, 2006

Director's holiday message
As the Laboratory's winter break approaches, I want to thank all of you for your dedication and hard work during the past year and wish you and your loved ones an enjoyable holiday season. This year marked a major milestone for the Laboratory, with the first change in the management and operating contractor since its inception. Your participation in this transition is greatly appreciated, and your continued commitment to the success of the Laboratory and its mission is critical to our success.

New access requirements begin in January
New access requirements are scheduled to go into effect in early January when the Security Perimeter begins full operation in and around Technical Area 3.

Permanent park and ride location opens Friday
Laboratory employees who use the park and ride commuter bus service from Española, Santa Fe, and Albuquerque will be picked up and dropped off at a new, permanent facility beginning Friday afternoon (December 22).

Before you leave for the winter closure
The Laboratory’s annual winter closure begins December 25. While facility management teams will inspect major facilities address problems during the closure, all employees should take precautionary steps to help secure their workspace before leaving for break.

Laboratory scientists keep tabs on Santa
The Laboratory’s Space Data Systems (ISR-3) is keeping an eye out for the jolly old man in the red suit, Santa Claus.

Bradbury Science Museum sets holiday operating hours
The Bradbury Science Museum will be closed on Christmas Day, Sunday, December 25 and New Year’s Day, January 1, 2007.