GM Emulsion Begins Asphalt And Concrete Repairs On Various Streets Throughout Los Alamos County
COUNTY News:
Under contract with the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU), GM Emulsion will begin repairs to emergency utility asphalt and concrete cuts that occurred during the winter.
Crews will rotate to various locations throughout the Los Alamos and White Rock neighborhoods beginning as soon as today, March 29, and continuing throughout the month of April. Some minor traffic delays are expected.
Traffic control equipment, such as signage, barrels and barricades will be erected around the work zones. Flagging operations may be deployed to assist with traffic flow.
Crews Read More
Chart 380 COVID-19 In New Mexico March 29, 2021
The bars in this chart show the percentage of New Mexicans receiving at least one vaccine dose by county. Los Alamos County and its three neighbors are highlighted. Created by Eli Ben-Naim Read More
2021 Northeastern New Mexico Regional Science & Engineering Fair: Los Alamos County Results
2021 REGIONAL SCIENCE & ENGINEERING FAIR News:
This year the science fairs are online rather than in-person posters and presentations. The 2021 Northeastern New Mexico Regional Science and Engineering Fair Results were held Saturday, March 27.
This is a regional event including Los Alamos and Taos schools among others. Top projects from all regions of New Mexico will meet later this year at the State science fair. Turnout this year was down from previous years, but the competition was healthy.
Three students, Robert Strauss (Computer Science) and the Team of Daniel Kim and Andres Interregui Read More
New Mexico COVID-19 Update: 167 New Cases, Total 191,048 With Zero Deaths And 173,270 Patients Recovered
STATE News:
SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials today announced 167 new COVID-19 cases.
Los Alamos County reports no new cases today so the total remains at 496 people who have tested positive for COVID-19. (County totals are subject to change upon further investigation and determination of residency of individuals positive for COVID-19.)
Today’s update includes zero new deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19.
The New Mexico Department of Health reports today’s most recent cases:
- 50 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 5 new cases in Chaves County
- 2 new cases in Cibola County
- 1 new case
Firefighters Douse Small Brush Fire In White Rock
The Los Alamos Fire Department responds to a small brush fire this morning in the canyon south of Estante Way in White Rock. A firefighter at the scene stated that the fire was out. With current drought conditions it’s a tinderbox around the county and residents are urged to use extra caution to avoid sparking fires. Photo by Joyce Wolff Read More
Celebrate National Library Week Locally April 4-10
Members of the staff of Mesa Public Library. Courtesy/LAC
LIBRARY News:
The Los Alamos County Library Board invites the community to celebrate National Library Week April 4-10.
“This past year has been very difficult. I’m not sure I’ve ever not been in a library over the course of a year, but it helps remind us of the value and importance, not just of our libraries but of our librarians and library workers, as well as the many ways they serve beyond just checking out books or videos,” Library Board Chair John Nash said. “We are grateful for all the ways the library serves the community, and for their Read More
Progress Continues On Multigenerational Pool Project Friday
Progress continues Friday on the multigenerational pool project on Canyon Road. Photo by Ed Birnbaum Read More
Cone Zone: Week Of March 29, 2021
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County provides a weekly cone zone report detailing the latest updates on road projects around the community:
Public Works Projects:
Canyon Rim Trail Underpass
Beginning Monday, March 29, crews with AUI, Inc. of Albuquerque will begin work to construct the Canyon Rim Trail Underpass. The project includes extension of the 10 ft. wide hard surface trail connecting the terminus of the Canyon Rim Trail and existing trailhead to Entrada Drive beneath N..M 502 via a reinforced concrete box structure.
Due to the amount of construction activity that includes trenching, Read More
New Mexico COVID-19 Update: 185 New Cases, Total 190,887 With 2 Deaths And 173,119 Patients Recovered
SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials today announced 185 new COVID-19 cases.
Los Alamos County reports no new case today so the total remains at 496 people who have tested positive for COVID-19. (County totals are subject to change upon further investigation and determination of residency of individuals positive for COVID-19.)
Today’s update includes 2 new deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19.
The New Mexico Department of Health reports today’s most recent cases:
- 63 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 4 new cases in Chaves County
- 1 new case in Cibola County
- 1 new case in Colfax
Quorum Notice: Resiliency, Energy & Sustainability Task Force May Attend County Speaker Series Wednesday
Atomic City Transit Resumes Service On All Routes April 5
ACT News:
Atomic City Transit (ACT) announces plans to implement Phase II of “re-opening” fixed-route public transportation service in Los Alamos County beginning Monday, April 5.
Phase II “re-opening” will include resuming fixed-route bus service on Routes 3 (Canyon & Central), 2T (White Rock to Los Alamos via Truck Route), and Route 5 (Barranca Mesa).
In addition, all Express Routes: 7A & 7B (North Mesa Express), 8 (North Community Express), 9 (Aspen Area Express), 10 (Barranca Mesa Express), and 11 (White Rock Express) also resume service April 5.
Note that fixed routes already Read More
Council Proclamation Marks One Year Since COVID-19 Pandemic Began And Honors Those Helping Community
County Councilor Sara Scott
Councilor Sara Scott presented a proclamation on behalf of the Los Alamos County Council observing the one year milestone since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The proclamation also declared Wednesday, March 24, 2021 as “Lights On, Los Alamos…and Howl!” in appreciation for all those who have helped the community.
Police Chief Dino Sgambellone accepted the proclamation at the meeting on behalf of Los Alamos County Emergency Manager Beverley Simpson.
PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS: It has been one year since the outbreak of the COVID-19 coronavirus, and Read More
New Mexico COVID-19 Update: 238 New Cases, Total 190,716 With 7 Deaths And 173,068 Patients Recovered
SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials today announced 238 new COVID-19 cases.
Los Alamos County reports 1 new case today bringing the total to 496 people who have tested positive for COVID-19. (County totals are subject to change upon further investigation and determination of residency of individuals positive for COVID-19.)
Today’s update includes 7 new deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19.
The New Mexico Department of Health reports today’s most recent cases:
- 73 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 7 new cases in Chaves County
- 2 new cases in Cibola County
- 1 new case in Colfax
Topper Librarian Shannon Seitz Delivers Donations For Area Dogs And Cats To Los Alamos County Animal Shelter
Topper Librarian Shannon Seitz delivers items Thursday collected at the Topper Library and Los Alamos Medical Care Clinic (Dr. Snowden) to assist local dogs and cats. Student Assistant Cami Heath spearheaded the donation drive and called Los Alamos Animal Shelter, Santa Fe Animal Shelter and Felines & Friends NM to find out their specific needs and listed the items most needed on the flier. Shelter Manager Paul Sena was most grateful to receive the many donations. Photo by Jenn Bartram/ladailypost.com
Items donated recently to assist dogs and cats in area shelters. Photo by Jenn Bartram/ladailypost.com Read More
County Board Of Public Utilities Meets March 30
New Mexico COVID-19 Update: 235 New Cases, Total 190,491 With 7 Deaths And 173,020 Patients Recovered
SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials today announced 235 new COVID-19 cases.
Los Alamos County reports no new case today so the total remains at 495 people who have tested positive for COVID-19. (County totals are subject to change upon further investigation and determination of residency of individuals positive for COVID-19.)
Today’s update includes 7 new deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19.
The New Mexico Department of Health reports today’s most recent cases:
- 94 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 5 new cases in Chaves County
- 7 new cases in Curry County
- 28 new cases in
Police Chief Dino Sgambellone Marks 30-Year Milestone
Police Chief Dino Sgambellone in his office Monday at the LAPD. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
By CAROL A. CLARK
Los Alamos Daily Post
caclark@ladailypost.com
Los Alamos Police Chief Dino Sgambellone marked 30-years of service in law enforcement March 17. He told the Los Alamos Daily Post that he is grateful for having had the opportunity to serve in this way and alongside some amazing people.
“It has always been important to me to be in a career that made a difference,” he said. “And while there have been many challenges along the way, both personally and professionally, I believe I can Read More
Council Column: COVID, Gas Rate Increase, Agenda Items
By Chair Randall Ryti
Los Alamos County Council
COVID Update. Since the Jan. 26 Council meeting, I have asked that Manager Burgess arrange for Emergency Manager Beverley Simpson to present a report to Council at the beginning of each Council Meeting. Ms. Simpson has also made these reports available on the Los Alamos County pandemic web page. These reports will continue so that Council and the public can be informed on trends and progress in cases and vaccinations.
We have good news on both the number of cases and the number of vaccine doses available in Los Alamos County. The cases have been low Read More
Geoff Rodgers Tapped For Los Alamos Airport Manager
Airport Manager Geoff Rodgers
By CAROL A. CLARK
Los Alamos Daily Post
caclark@ladailypost.com
Geoff Rodgers has been hired to manage the Los Alamos County Airport. Previous manager Cameron Humphries moved out of town in 2020.
“I’ve known for a long time that the county has a talented and dedicated team working on behalf of the community. I’m humbled to be joining them and really look forward to the opportunity,” Rodgers said.
Rodgers is a pilot and has worked for Classic Air Medical transporting patients around the state since 2015. He also is a former county councilor and managed the transportation Read More
Williams: Come Game With A County Councilor
By SEAN WILLIAMS
Los Alamos County Councilor
Like thousands of others, I quit playing Magic: The Gathering following the release of the Mercadian Masques set. And like the beebles, I played again briefly around the Unhinged set.
I bring this up because one of my goals as a councilor is openness, or if you like, demystifying the county government. Now that the county has achieved turquoise status, I feel more comfortable organizing in-person events—to listen to your concerns, and to share what I’ve learned.
With the help of White Rock Toys and Gaming at 108 Longview Dr., I’ll be holding a weekly Read More
