NACo: America’s Counties Recognize April 2026 As National County Government Month
NACo News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — America’s counties are joining the National Association of Counties (NACo) in recognizing April as National County Government Month (NCGM).
Throughout April, counties will honor the 3.6 million strong county workforce, educate residents about local programs and services and boost civic engagement to strengthen the connections between local government and residents.
“National County Government Month is an opportunity to celebrate all of America’s 3,069 counties, parishes and boroughs,” NACo President J.D. Clark said. “With one in 50 American workers Read More
Los Alamos County’s Atomic City Transit Wins 2025 Rural Transit System Of The Year Award For Excellence
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County’s Atomic City Transit has won the 2025 Rural Transit System of the Year Award funded by 5311 Grants for Rural Areas Program.
Presented by the New Mexico Department of Transportation and the New Mexico Transit Association every year, one transit agency is recognized for excellence in operational and administrative performance.
“Every single member of our team deserves a huge high five for this great honor.” –ACT Read More
P&Z Commission To Hear Extension Request From Columbus Capital At April 8 Meeting In Council Chambers
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Planning & Zoning Commission will meet at 5:30 p.m., April 8, in Council Chambers at 1000 Central Ave.
The Commission will hear an extension request for SIT-2023-0063 from Greg Gonzales, dba Columbus Capital, for Site Plan approval at 535 Central Ave., for a 104,671 sq. ft. mixed-use development that proposes 322 residential units and 22,000 sq. ft. of commercial space. The property, MMV 001, is within the Downtown Los Alamos (DTLA) Zone District.
This meeting is in person and open to the public. However, for convenience, the following Zoom meeting link and/or Read More
Video: Councilor David Reagor Discusses Broadband Project
Los Alamos County Councilor David Reagor discusses the County’s broadband project during a visit to the newsroom this week at the Los Alamos Daily Post. Video by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com Read More
County Council To Meet In Regular Session April 7
County Hosts Spring DEA Drug Take Back Day April 25
COUNTY News:
On Saturday, April 25, 2026, the Los Alamos Police Department will be participating in The DEA Drug Take Back Day. The event will be held from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. in The North Parking Lot (off Central Avenue) of the Los Alamos Police Department. Please follow the posted signs and drive through, to the take back boxes. Please dispose of any trash or empty bottles before dropping off. Labels on bottles do not have to be removed, however if you prefer to remove them, please do so beforehand.
For this event, we will have supplies available to assist the community in disposal of liquids and creams, Read More
New Transformer Installation In White Rock After Failure
New power substation being installed at the intersection of SR4 and Monte Rey Drive South. More information from the County can be found here. The wires at the top right go about a half mile to the Lab’s main line that crosses the Rio Grande south of here and into the Lab west of White Rock. Photo by Bob Reedy Read More
County Assessor Reminds Los Alamos Property Owners To Review Notices Of Value
COUNTY News:
County Assessor George Chandler reminds Los Alamos property owners that Notices of Value (NOV) were mailed on April 1, 2026, for all property valued for property taxes, including residential, non-residential, business personal property, and livestock.
These notices list the current ownership, legal description, claimed exemptions, classification, and the valuation for each property. Details about these items are explained in the “Guide to Understanding Your Property Assessment” included with the NOV. The Assessor asks owners to review their NOV’s to ascertain that Read More
Largest Animal Seizure In Garland, Texas History Has Connection To Los Alamos County Animal Shelter
By Cmdr. CHRISTOPHER ROSS
Los Alamos Police Department
As some of you may know, Los Alamos County Animal Shelter has been without cats for adoption for some time. This is thanks to our amazing community’s support of spay and neuter efforts, which have helped prevent an overpopulation of kittens and puppies. This has allowed our shelter to reach out to other animal shelters and rescue groups in need of clearing out space to help their own communities.
In this case, we were able to connect with what we believed to be a legitimate rescue in Texas that was in need of help with cats trying to find their forever Read More
Stay Safe On The Trails: Living And Hiking Responsibly With Wildlife In Los Alamos County
Bobcat. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Living in Los Alamos County means sharing our beautiful landscapes with a wide range of wildlife. While encounters with animals like bears, mountain lions, bobcats, coyotes, deer, and rattlesnakes are relatively uncommon, they do happen—especially along trails and open spaces. Understanding the risks and practicing smart habits can help keep you, your pets, and wildlife safe.
Wild animals are not naturally aggressive toward humans, but they may react defensively if surprised, protecting young, or seeking food. Off-leash pets are one of the most common Read More
Melding The Present With The Past … Los Alamos County To Renovate Manhattan Project Dormitory Building
From left, the Manhattan Project Dormitory as it currently looks versus what Los Alamos County plans to do to the building and the surrounding area. The plan includes relocating the Manhattan Project National Historical Park’s visitor center and offices to the dormitory building as well as renovating one of the dorm rooms to be a one-bedroom suite for park staff. Courtesy/LAC
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
A 79-year-old building known as the Manhattan Project Dormitory, 1725 17th St., is unique. It is one of the few remaining buildings built during Read More
19th Hole Sports Pub Earns Golf Course Restaurant Lease
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
When Doug Osborn joined Bathtub Row Brewing Co-op as its general manager in 2017, he firmly decided not to get mixed up with food.
“I always said that I would never do food,” he told the Los Alamos Daily Post Wednesday afternoon. “Foods’ hard. It takes a lot of attention; you gotta be really good at it. We had good restaurants and we still have good restaurants in town.”
As time progressed and the restaurant at the Los Alamos County Golf Course clubhouse became available for leasing, Osborn said he reconsidered.
An avid golfer himself, Read More
Environmental Services To Close For Staff Training April 8
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Environmental Services will be closed Wednesday, April 8, for employee development, safety training, certification compliance, and facility maintenance.
This includes operations at the Eco Station and the White Rock Overlook Convenience Center. Trash, yard waste, and recycling collection services will also be suspended. Collection services for those impacted will be provided Thursday, April 9.
Environmental Services will hold one training and certification day per quarter to ensure all employees remain compliant. The quarterly closure is to minimize Read More
Fiscal Year 2027 Proposed Budget And Citizen’s Guide Available Online
COUNTY News:
The FY2027 Proposed Budget and Citizen’s Guide are published online at https://lacnm.com/budget.
You can also access the FY2027 Proposed Budget and the Citizen’s Guide to the Budget via the County website home page under What’s Happening:
In addition, you can also find the Citizen’s Guide to the Budget on the Finance and Budget page, where you can learn more about the Budget Process: https://www.losalamosnm.us/Government/Departments-and-Divisions/Administrative-Services/Finance-and-Budget
The FY2027 Proposed Budget is also available Read More
Registration Is Open For 2026 Spring Gymkhana Series
Courtesy photo
COUNTY News:
Registration is open for the 2026 Spring Gymkhana (Horse Play Day) Series! Participants can register for individual event days or sign up for the full series, running April 15–June 3, 2026. Choose the option that works best for you!
Gymkhana events often emphasize children’s participation, but adults are welcome too! In most of the western United States, the phrase “gymkhana” means “games on horseback”. The Gymkhana includes timed speed events such as barrel racing, keyhole race, flag race, pole bending, and on or off-horse roping.
Riders of all Read More
Update On Repaving Operations On Camp May Road
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County’s contractor for the Jemez Mountain Fire Protection Project, DUB-L-EE, will begin paving operations on Camp May Road this week.
The work on Camp May Road is being done under the Jemez Mountain Fire Protection Project (JMFPP), which began in April 2025. This project includes installation of underground utility infrastructure up to Pajarito Mountain. Waterlines and conduit for electric and fiber lines have been installed. Installation of vaults for fiber and electric lines has also been completed.
The following closures will be in place for Camp May Road:
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LAPD News:Los Alamos County Library Board To Meet April 6
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Library Board is scheduled to meet at 5:30 p.m., Monday, April 6, at the White Rock Branch Library.
The meeting is open to the public and available on Zoom.
- Zoom link – https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88529414884
- Or Telephone: +17193594580, 88529414884# US
+12532050468,,88529414884# US - Webinar ID: 885 2941 4884
Leisure Lagoon Closed Today For Maintenance
COUNTY News:
The Leisure Lagoon will be closed today, Wednesday, April 1, 2026, for maintenance. Front Desk services will be open and available.
We are sorry for the inconvenience and hope to have the pool back up and running as soon as possible! Read More
Natural Gas Rate Change Addresses Operational Costs
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU) is proposing changes to its natural gas rate intended to close the gap between budgeted operational costs and the revenues that cover those costs.
An introduction of the proposed rate ordinance will be presented at the Los Alamos Board of Public Utilities (BPU) work session at 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, April 1, in Council Chambers at the Los Alamos County Municipal Building as well as online via Zoom. A public hearing is scheduled for the BPU work session Wednesday, May 6.
Because DPU is a community-owned utility, BPU meetings are open Read More