County Government

Southbound Block Of Oppenheimer Closed Today

Map of work area. Courtesy/LAC

COUNTY News:

The southbound block of Oppenheimer between Central Avenue and Trinity Drive will be closed 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. today, March 15 for utility work.

Crews from the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities will be potholing to locate water valves under the road. The work is scheduled to continue daily through March 22.

Direct questions about the work to the Customer Care Center at 505.662.8333 during business hours or CustomerCare@lacnm.us during evenings and on weekends. Read More

County On 2-Hour Delay Due To Inclement Weather

COUNTY News:

Due to inclement weather, Los Alamos County Manager Anne Laurent has enacted a two-hour delayed start time today, March 15, for non-essential county government facilities and services.

Additional Information On County Services:

  • Atomic City Transit fixed route service will attempt to start at 7 a.m.depending on road conditions. For specific route information, visit www.AtomicCityTransit.com or check ACTracker.   
  • Residential and commercial trash collection will operate as usual. Residents whose collection day is Friday should have their carts out by 8 a.m.
  • The 
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Rose Street Closure Begins Monday March 18

Phase II of the Rose Street Reconstruction Project is scheduled to begin Monday. Courtesy/LAC

COUNTY News:

Phase II of the Rose Street Reconstruction Project is scheduled to begin Monday, March 18, with the closure of Rose Street from Circle Drive to Spruce Street. This phase of the project involves underground utility work.

TLC Plumbing & Utility will be conducting the work under contract with Los Alamos County. Circle Drive residents may access their homes from the direction of Central Avenue. Access in and out of the Chapel Apartments will be limited to 22nd Street. Oppenheimer Condos Read More

Los Alamos County Economic Development Administrator Dan Ungerleider To Leave Post March 25

Economic Development Administrator Dan Ungerleider

By CAROL A. CLARK
Los Alamos Daily Post
caclark@ladailypost.com

Los Alamos County Economic Development Administrator Dan Ungerleider is moving to be closer to family. His last day on the job is Monday, March 25, 2024.

“I am proud of the work the department and the County have accomplished together during my time at Los Alamos County,” Ungerleider said. “I am grateful for the friends I have made here, both in the department and throughout the County. I know our department and partners will guarantee uninterrupted work for the Economic Development Read More

White Rock Skate Park To Get A Makeover

Julia Brueckler of the American Ramp Company explains the proposed skatepark layout to young boarders and asks for their input during a meet & greet Saturday in White Rock. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com

It might sound cruel, but it is true: the skate park in White Rock is too old and it needs some youthful injection.

To do this, Los Alamos County Parks Superintendent Wendy Parker said the park’s modules are being replaced.

“The biggest reason is the current modules have surpassed their life expectancy,” she said.

Assistant Read More

2024 Candidate Filing Day Results

By CAROL A. CLARK
Los Alamos Daily Post
caclark@ladailypost.com

Nine residents filed for elected office Tuesday at the Los Alamos County Municipal Building.

Five Democrats, one Republican and three Libertarians threw their hats in the ring for seats in the New Mexico House of Representatives, Los Alamos County Council and County Clerk.

New Mexico House District 43 (one seat):

  • Incumbent Rep. Christine Chandler, Democrat
  • Chris Luchini, Libertarian
  • Phillip Mach, Libertarian

Los Alamos County Council (three seats:

  • Incumbent Denise Derkacs, Democrat
  • Incumbent David Reagor, Republican
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AAUW To Host Talk By Regional Development Corporation 6:30-7:30 PM Today At Mesa Public Library

AAUW News:

Are you interested in learning what a regional non-profit economic development organization is doing to diversity and build the economy in northern New Mexico?

You are invited to join the American Association of University Women, (AAUW) Los Alamos Branch, 6:30-7:30 p.m. today, March 14 at Mesa Public Library. Carla Rachkowski, Director of Operations for the Regional Development Corporation (RDC), will present on the non-profit economic development organization’s four key areas of focus, success stories, challenges and future plans.

The RDC’s four key areas of focus are: Read More

White Rock Named ‘Happiest Small Town In America’

COUNTY News:

The Travel—an online travel journal—recently named White Rock, New Mexico, the “Happiest Small Town in America” in their 2024 rankings. Based on the criteria of a town with a population below 8,000, as well as low poverty, crime, and unemployment ratings, White Rock—located in Los Alamos County—received the highest score.

“With a rural feel and a close-knit community, White Rock is one of the happiest small towns in America, where the abundance of picturesque landscapes is great,” The Travel wrote in their article.

“We’re honored to have White Rock receive such high acclaim from Read More

PAC 8 Community Media Center: March 15-21, 2024

PAC 8 News:

PAC 8 Community Media Center is available for recording events, transferring of old media, shooting and editing, live streaming and drone photography and videography.

For information, email pac8@losalamos.com, call 505.662.7228 or visit pac8cmc.com.

PAC 8 Television schedule for March 15-21, 2024:

Friday, March 15, 2024

  • 6 a.m. Democracy Now! – Live
  • 10 a.m. The Thom Hartmann Program
  • 11 a.m. County Council Meeting Replay 3-05–24
  • 3 p.m. Democracy Now!
  • 5 p.m. PAC PAGES – Los Alamos County News Updates
  • 6 p.m. Neurodiversity in Literature
  • 7 p.m. Healthy Longevity
  • 8 p.m. PAC
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Beverly Neal Clinton Files For Los Alamos Council

Democrat Beverly Neal Clinton files for a seat on the Los Alamos County Council this afternoon in the Municipal Building. She explained she decided to run for council to have ‘representation from a lesser known voice, direct involvement with the community and bring positive change.’ Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com Read More

LAPS: 2024 Regional Science Fair Award Winners

LAPS 2024 Regional Science Fair Award Winners. Courtesy/LAPS

LAPS News:

Los Alamos Public Schools had 26 students compete at the 2024 Regional Science Fair held at New Mexico Highlands University.

Twenty-four students placed in their division.

Two Los Alamos High School students, Tate Plohr and Helena Welch, placed Best of Show which means they will be attending the International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF) in Los Angeles, Calif. in May. 

Here are the rest of the results:

Junior Animal Science 

  • 2nd Place: Andres Trujillo, Los Alamos Online Learning Academy
  • Honorable Mention: Megan
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County Parks Division Staff Receive C’YA Certificates

From left, Alex Archuleta, Ben Prada and Nate Aguilar with the Los Alamos County Parks Division, were three of 40 individuals nominated for a Community Asset Award by the Champions of Youth Ambitions organization. The reception was held Feb. 18 at Fuller Lodge. While Archuleta, Prada and Aguilar could not attend the event, their supervisor, Assistant Superintendent Emmanuel Abeyta, presented the C’YA Certificates of Acknowledgement at a March 11 luncheon. Photo by Sara E. Canfield/LAC Read More

Ryn Herrmann Files For Los Alamos County Council

Democrat Ryn Herrmann files for Los Alamos County Council this afternoon at the Municipal Building. She said she decided to run for a seat on council, ‘because I am looking to serve the community after my retirement from the Chamber of Commerce and this seems like a great way to do that.’ Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com Read More

Scenes From Los Alamos Police Swearing In Ceremony

Officers Swearing In

 

Los Alamos Police Cpl. John Harris is sworn in by Judge Catherine Taylor this afternoon in Magistrate Court. He is accompanied by his family. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Newly sworn Cpl. John Harris signs paperwork to make it official. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Jessi Harris pins the badge on her husband Cpl. John Harris during this afternoon’s ceremony in Magistrate Court. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Cpl. Jose Ted Garcia being sworn in by Judge Catherine Taylor in Magistrate Court this afternoon accompanied by his wife. Photo by Read More

Council Incumbent Denise Derkacs Files For Re-Election

Los Alamos County Council incumbent Denise Derkacs, a Democrat, files for re-election this afternoon at the Municipal Building. ‘I’m running for re-election to council so I can continue to serve the people of Los Alamos County and continue working on priorities I’ve identified: housing, development, downtown revitalization and community services,’ Derkacs said. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com Read More

Q&A With County Council Candidate Ryn Herrmann

County Council candidate Ryn Herrmann

Staff Report:

Democrat Ryn Herrmann is running for a seat on the Los Alamos County Council. She recently answered questions from the Los Alamos Daily Post about the local election.

This is part of a series of Q&As with political candidates that the Post will publish ahead of the June 4 Primary Election.

Post: How long have you lived in Los Alamos?

Herrmann: My family and I have lived in Los Alamos for 27 years. 

Post: Where do you work?

Herrmann:I am the Director of the Chamber of Commerce in Los Alamos but will be retiring from that position in August after Read More

Michael Redondo Files For County Clerk

Former Los Alamos Probate Judge Michael Redondo, a Democrat, files to run for Los Alamos County Clerk this afternoon at the Municipal Building. Redondo explained, ‘I decided to run because having served as Probate Judge I worked closely with the clerk’s office for the last four-and-a-half years and since Naomi (County Clerk Maestas) is term-limited I have a concern that it continue to run smoothly and serve Los Alamos County’.’ hoto by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com Read More

Libertarian Chris Luchini Files For N.M. Dist. 43 Seat

Libertarian Chris Luchini files for N.M. Dist. 43 seat this morning at the Municipal Building. Luchini said he decided to run for the seat because ‘Mr. Phillip Mach (also Libertarian) filed and I wanted to have a real debate … and be able to really get into the weeds of the real issues of the state’.  Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com Read More

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