SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) - An agency of New Mexico municipalities surrounding Los Alamos National Laboratory has lost $100,000 in federal funds amid a federal investigation into its spending.
The Santa Fe New Mexican reports the Regional Coalition of LANL Communities has seen half of its budget evaporate as the U.S. Department of Energy continues to investigate the handling of a five-year grant to the beleaguered organization.
The coalition became embroiled in controversy last year amid revelations of improper travel reimbursements, including for expensive alcohol and Major League Baseball tickets. It also was the subject of a stinging state audit.
Eric Vasquez, the coalition’s executive director, says the group has adopted control measures the state auditor recommended and is now ready to resume working with the Department of Energy.
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Information from: The Santa Fe New Mexican, http://www.santafenewmexican.com
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