NM Transportation Dept. OKs Food Trucks At Rest Areas
SANTA FE – The Federal Highway Administration has authorized the New Mexico Department of Transportation to allow food vending, such as food trucks, at rest areas statewide during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The department recognizes some commercial truck drivers and travelers may appreciate the convenience of food service at rest areas, minimizing the need to stop in certain towns or communities, which may have limited take out, delivery or dining options.
We continue to encourage commercial vehicles to also utilize available truck stops and other options for fuel and food purchases when Read More
Santa Fe County: New Mexico’s COVID-19 Success Story
Canceled: County Discoveries Action Team
COUNTY News:Chart 26: COVID-19 Daily Cases By County In New Mexico
Statewide counts. Shown are the cumulative numbers of tests, diagnoses, and deaths in New Mexico. Also shown is the number of active hospitalizations. Created by Eli Ben-Naim
Forecasted deaths. Shown is the number of deaths reported to date by the New Mexico Department of Health and foretasted deaths by the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation at the University of Washington (http://www.healthdata.org/). The model predicts that in New Mexico, the pandemic will last about 12 weeks, peaking on April 24, and that the death toll will be around 200, which is down from the 600 foretasted Read More
New Mexico COVID-19 Cases At 1,091 With 2 More Deaths
STATE News:
SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials announced this afternoon 106 additional positive tests for COVID-19.
Update includes two additional deaths related to COVID-19
Per the New Mexico Department of Health, the most recent cases are:
- 38 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 3 new cases in Cibola County
- 3 new cases in Grant County
- 1 new case in Hidalgo County
- 2 new cases in Luna County
- 29 new cases in McKinley County
- 17 new cases in San Juan County
- 6 new cases in Sandoval County
- 2 new cases in Santa Fe County
- 1 new case in Socorro County
- 1 new case in Torrance County
- 3 new cases in Valencia County
Robinson: Change And Opportunity
By JAMES ROBINSON
Councilor
Los Alamos County Council
Today, Christians around the world are observing Good Friday.
However, unlike previous times, this Good Friday and Easter will for many be spent alone or with family, and not in a church or gathering.
Days like today show us how much our world has changed in a small amount of time. It seems that almost overnight, the world we knew was paused until the COVID-19 crisis passed us by. However, there is opportunity in the world of a pandemic.
Every day, I am seeing more and more people getting outside and enjoying the wonderful nature we have at our disposal Read More
County Property Taxes Due Today, Delinquent After May 11
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County officials advise property owners that the second-half installment of 2019 property tax bills are due today, Friday April 10, and will be considered delinquent after Monday, May 11.
While the County does not accept credit cards for tax payments, property owners can submit a check or money order one of three ways:
- Mailed to Los Alamos County at P.O. Box 99, Los Alamos, NM 87544
- Left in the dropbox in the Municipal Building parking lot, 1000 Central Avenue, Los Alamos
- Delivered to a teller through the drive through services at either the Los Alamos or White Rock branches
In-Person Attendance Prohibited At BPU Meeting
COUNTY News:
Public in-person attendance at the April 15 Board of Public Utilities (BPU) meeting continues to be prohibited in accordance with the New Mexico Governor’s COVID-19 Executive Order 2020-022 and the New Mexico Department of Health Public Health Order amendments issued April 6.
Officials with the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU) encourage citizens to live-stream the meeting and submit public comment via email.
The BPU meeting is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 15 in Council Chambers at 1000 Central Ave.
To comply with the Public Health Orders, the DPU Read More
County Assessor’s Office Staff Now Working From Home
County Assessor Ken Milder
COUNTY News:
Due to the ongoing conditions of the COVID-19 virus, staff within the County Assessor’s Office will be working remotely from home.
All services will continue via phone at 505.662.8030, email at assessor@lacnm.us or by appointment. Forms are available outside the office or online here. .
“I want to assure residents that we will continue to serve residents during these challenging times,” County Assessor Ken Milder said. “I also want to encourage property owners to review the Notice of Value they should have received this week and contact us if they Read More
Local Democratic Party Meets Via Zoom April 13
DPLA News:
The Democratic Party of Los Alamos County April meeting is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Monday, April 13, via Zoom.
New Mexico Lt. Gov. Howie Morales will be the featured speaker. He will address responses to the coronavirus and other state business happening while under the governor’s stay-at-home order.
Online meeting details have been sent to the party’s mailing list and are available on the website at losalamosdemocrats.org.
Chart 25: COVID-19 Daily Cases By County In New Mexico
Statewide counts. Shown are the cumulative numbers of tests, diagnoses, and deaths in New Mexico. Also shown is the number of active hospitalizations. Created by Eli Ben-Naim
Diagnoses per 10,000 residents, by county. The overall statewide rate is 4.7 diagnoses per 10,000 residents. Created by Eli Ben-Naim Read More
New Mexico COVID-19 Cases At 989, One More Death
STATE News:
SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials today announced 124 additional positive tests for COVID-19.
Today’s update includes one additional death related to COVID-19
Per the New Mexico Department of Health, the most recent cases are:
- 45 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 2 new cases in Chaves County
- 5 new cases in Cibola County
- 1 new case in Colfax County
- 1 new case in Curry County
- 5 new cases in Doña Ana County
- 2 new cases in Los Alamos County
- 13 new cases in McKinley County
- 9 new cases in San Juan County
- 31 new cases in Sandoval County
- 3 new cases in Santa Fe County
- 2 new cases in Socorro County
New Mexico Governor, Health Officials Share Updates, Charts And Graphs On COVID-19 Efforts During Briefing Today
Los Alamos County Extends Essential Services Status Through April 30 To Comply With Governor’s ‘Stay At Home’ Executive Order Due To COVID-19 Public Health Crisis
County Manager Harry Burgess
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Manager Harry Burgess announced this week that the County will continue the Essential Services status that began mid-March, due to the COVID-19 pandemic and in response to Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham’s executive order, which was extended through April 30.
“I am pleased to report that things are operating smoothly under the existing system that we put into place on March 17,” Burgess said, “I would especially like to thank our County employees, who have responded heroically to this challenging situation while maintaining high levels Read More
DPU Crews Repairing Water Break In Eastern Area
UPDATE: The waterline repair is completed and water has been restored to all customers.
COUNTY News:
A water break in the Eastern Area neighborhood of Los Alamos has resulted in the loss of water services to customers in the area bounded by Kiva and Myrtle between 4th Street and 6th Street.
Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities water crews are making repairs and anticipate by 5 p.m. today that water services will be restored.
Department officials advise that when water is restored, some customers may experience cloudy water. This discoloration is due to trapped air in the water pipes and Read More
County Council Hears Latest Updates On COVID-19
County Council Chair Sara Scott
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
As the Governor’s stay-at-home order extends through April and becomes stricter, Los Alamos County continues to discuss how to best respond.
During Tuesday night’s County Council meeting, County Manager Harry Burgess reported that Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham extended her stay-at-home order through the end of April.
Furthermore, he reported that the maximum occupancy for hotels and RV parks were reduced to 25 percent of their usual occupancy and that other essential businesses limit their Read More
Chandler: Census Participation Essential For NM’s Future
Dist. 43 Rep. Christine Chandler
By BONNIE J. GORDON
Los Alamos Daily Post
Bjgordon623@gmail.com
The 2020 Census began in earnest April 1, Census Day.
New Mexico Dist. 43 Rep. Christine Chandler, whose district includes Los Alamos, is concerned that citizens may not be taking the census seriously enough.
“This only happens every 10 years,” Chandler said. “It’s a really big deal. There must be a push to get everyone counted.”
There are three main reasons the census is so important, Chandler said. The first is financial.
“Federal benefits are determined by the count of individuals ,” she said. Read More
Canceled: Environmental Sustainability Board Meeting
COUNTY News:
Due to the extension of the Governor’s order of no gatherings of more than five people and stay at home instructions, the Environmental Sustainability Board meeting scheduled for April 16 is canceled.
An announcement will be issued later regarding the May meeting of the Environmental Sustainability Board. Read More
Canceled: Lodgers’ Tax Advisory Board Meeting April 21
COUNTY News:
In alignment with Los Alamos County’s policies for limiting the impact of COVID-19, the Lodgers’ Tax Advisory Board meeting scheduled for Tuesday, April 21 is canceled.
An announcement will be issued later regarding the May meeting of the Lodgers’ Tax Advisory Board.
Los Alamos County Clerk’s Office Reduces Office Hours In Response To Continued COVID-19 Concerns
Los Alamos County Clerk Naomi Maestas
COUNTY News:
Due to continued COVID-19 concerns, Los Alamos County Clerk Naomi Maestas is taking additional proactive measures, and has reduced office hours.
Effective Monday, April 6 and until further notice, staff will be available to process Drop-Box items between 1 p.m. and 5 p.m., Monday thru Friday.
The suspension of all in-person services and transactions will continue.
Customers may continue to drop off items in the designated Drop-Box located outside their office, and items will be returned by mail.
All urgent matters will be handled through Read More
