Lodger’s Tax Advisory Board’s Kevin Holsapple Expresses Concerns To County Council Ahead Of Tonight’s Consideration Of Multi-Year Tourism Marketing Agreement
By KEVIN HOLSAPPLE
Member
Lodger Tax Advisory Board
Dear Councilors,
Here are comments and questions that I request that you address concerning agenda item AGR1163-25 on tonight’s agenda (multi-year tourism marketing agreement).
- As an LTAB member, I have had very limited exposure or opportunity to provide input into the agreement or selection of the contractor. This is contrary to my understanding of the advisory purpose of the LTAB as detailed in our work plan. If Lodger Tax funds are used to fund any part of the contract, please be aware that the LTAB has not reviewed the agreement nor had any
On The Job In Los Alamos: Workers Prepare To Repair And Replace Loose Tile On Muni Building
On the job in Los Alamos, workers set up scaffolding on the exterior of the Municipal Building Monday in preparation for repairing or replacing loose tile. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
Conner Tiffani Tharp Statement Of Candidacy For UNM-LA Advisory Board
By CONNER TIFFANI THARP
Los Alamos
My name is Conner Tiffani Tharp and I am announcing my candidacy for the University of New Mexico–Los Alamos Advisory Board. Earlier this year, I was appointed to fill a vacancy on the board, and I am honored to now seek election to continue serving our community. Serving on this board is important to me because UNM-LA plays a vital role in providing accessible education and career pathways in northern New Mexico. I want to continue to ensure that students of all ages, especially our non-traditional students, have the support and resources they need to succeed. Read More
Los Alamos County Inclusivity Task Force Meets Oct. 1
COUNTY News:State Police Checkpoints And Saturation Patrols In Counties Across New Mexico In October 2025
State Police will conduct sobriety checkpoints, saturation patrols, and registration, insurance, and driver’s license checkpoints in all New Mexico counties during October 2025. Courtesy/NMSP
NMSP News:
New Mexico State Police (NMSP) will be conducting sobriety checkpoints, saturation patrols, and registration, insurance, and driver’s license checkpoints in all New Mexico counties during October 2025.
We are bringing awareness to these events to reduce impaired driving-related fatalities through continued media attention and intensive advertising.
These checkpoints Read More
Malia Goddard Named ACT Staff Member Of The Month
Malia Goddard
COUNTY News:
ACT Staff Member Of The Month: Malia Goddard
Malia Goddard has been named the Atomic City Transit (ACT) Staff Member Of The Month for August.
Goddard joined Atomic City Transit in January 2025 and drives regular service routes, including the Bandelier Shuttle.
She is known for providing excellent customer service, supporting her co-workers and supervisor with a variety of tasks, and being a dependable team player.
Los Alamos County is grateful to have her on board. Read More
County Pavement Preservation Project Begins Monday On North Community & North Mesa With Road Closures
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Public Works Department has announced that a Pavement Preservation Project will begin on Monday, Sept. 29, on North Mesa and North Community.
The work, which will be performed by Albuquerque Asphalt, includes road closures, lane restrictions, and detours for several streets.
North Community:
- The project area includes 35th Street, 36th Street, 37th Street, and 39th Street, which will be closed with local access only. 38th Street should be used as a detour throughout the duration of the project.
North Mesa Road:
- The project area includes North Mesa Road,
Cone Zone: Week Of Sept. 29, 2025
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County services such as mail delivery, trash and recycling collection, and emergency services will be maintained for each project detailed below.
Residents and businesses will often experience large equipment and construction noise. Motorists and pedestrians are advised to always use caution and slow down around construction activities and avoid entering work zones outside of designated detour paths.
Road and Utility Work:
North Mesa & North Community Pavement Preservation Project
- Location: 39th, 37th, 36th, North Mesa Road, San Ildefonso Road, Stoneview
Scenes From Chamber Business After Hours Meet & Greet Featuring County Community Development Director Director Eli Isaacson At LACDC Offices
The Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce hosted a Business After Hours Meet & Greet event on Thursday at the Los Alamos Commerce & Development Corporation offices inside the Small Business Center behind the downtown post office. The Meet & Greet featured Los Alamos County Community Development Director (CDD) Eli Isaacson, shown here chatting with Discover Los Alamos Director Melanie Peña. Isaacson, who stepped into his role at the County four months ago, said he feels things are going well. ‘I’m really pleased with the work we have been able to accomplish at this time (the new Retail Read More
Los Alamos County Launches Video Podcast ‘Fusion’
COUNTY News:
- First episode features LAPD Cmdr. Chris Ross and road safety
Los Alamos County has released the first episode of Fusion, a new video podcast designed to connect the community with information about county programs, services, and issues that impact daily life.
Hosted by the County’s Communications and Public Relations (CPR) team, Fusion will feature conversations with staff on a variety of topics.
The inaugural episode features Los Alamos Police Department Cmdr. Christopher Ross and CPR’s Rachel Freeman. They discuss “Operation Just Drive”, a road safety initiative focused Read More
Canceled: Oct. 8 Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting
COUNTY News:
The Oct. 8 meeting of the Los Alamos County Planning and Zoning Commission has been canceled due to the lack of applications.
The Oct. 22 meeting will be held as scheduled with three variance applications on the agenda.
More Scenes From Clean Up Los Alamos Day 2025
From left, Los County Airport Manager Gary Goddard, Los Alamos County Sustainability Manager Angelica Gurule, Senior Visual Information Specialist Rachel Freeman and Los Alamos County Councilor Ryn Herrmann all pitch in to spruce up the land around the airport during Saturday’s Clean Up Los Alamos Day 2025. Photo by Jody Benson
Scene from Los Alamos Clean Up Day 2025 Saturday, shown here along the airport. Photo by Jody Benson Read More
Meet & Greet With CDD Director Eli Isaacson 4 PM Today
NNSA Los Alamos Field Office Manager Ted Wyka Briefs County Council On Local Operations
NNSA-LA Field Office Manager Ted Wyka
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
Operations are moving steadily along at the NNSA Los Alamos Field Office, Manager Ted Wyka told County Council during a Sept. 16 work session.
In his presentation, Wyka touched on several areas including the laboratory’s budget, the electric coordination agreement between the Department of Energy (DOE) and County’s Department of Public Utilities (DPU), the Rendija Canyon land transfer and the efforts to improve driving behaviors on laboratory property.
Regarding laboratory funding, Read More
Hilltopper Volleyball Wins 3-2 Over Capital Jaguars
Topper Maya Graves spikes the ball over Raven Ryan in the first set of the match played Tuesday evening against the Capital Jaguars in the Capital High Gymnasium in Santa Fe. The teams were evenly matched. The Toppers got off to a slow start, dropping the first two sets to the Jaguars, but came back to win the match 3-2 in five sets. This was a big win for the Toppers over an old foe. Photo by John McHale⁄ladailypost.com
Erin Pompeo and Peyton Labonty block a spike attempt by Amaya Gomez in the first set. Photo by John McHale⁄ladailypost.com
Erin Pompeo sets the ball for a spike attempt by Lauren Evenhaus Read More
Ribbon Cutting For Leisure Lagoon Art Installation Oct. 7
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Arts in Public Places Board (APPB) invites the public to attend the official ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the completion of a new public art installation by artist Amanda Jaffe at the Leisure Lagoon in Los Alamos.
Details:
- When: 10-10:45 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 7; and
- Where: Leisure Lagoon, 2760 Canyon Road.
This five-panel porcelain tile installation explores the calming and transformative qualities of water through rich textures, flowing patterns, and natural imagery. With panel titles such as “Night Snow / Pool” and “Blue Rain / Calm Pool”, the series Read More
Op-Ed: New Electricity Rules Are At Odds With Climate Goals
By NICHOLAS THOMPSON, Ph.D.
R&D Engineer
Los Alamos National Laboratory
Los Alamos County is implementing two changes to how electricity will be billed. Both of these changes are aimed at reducing the peak grid demand, which is an important goal given how electricity demands are increasing. However, these changes can also result in higher bills for consumers and one of these changes is at odds with the County’s Climate Action Plan.
The first change is known as “Time of Use” rates. The idea here is to reduce demand as much as possible during peak usage times. In general, electricity grids need Read More
Council Proclaims Sept. 15-Oct. 15 Hispanic Heritage Month
From left, Los Alamos County employees Camille Chavez, Jacki Archuleta, Erika Thomas, Maria Tapia, Amy Danforth, Eric Martinez, Paula Nelson, Liza Rivera, Colorado Cordova, Juan Rael and Lucas Frescas accept a proclamation from Councilor Randall Ryti designating Sept. 15-Oct. 15, 2025, as National Hispanic Heritage Month in Los Alamos County during the Sept. 16 council meeting. The employees pictured represent the 351 Hispanic employees who make up 36 percent of the County’s workforce. To mark the month, Los Alamos County libraries will host a Tiny Art Show and youth mural celebrating Read More
More Scenes From 2025 Hilltoppers Homecoming Parade
More scenes from the Los Alamos High School Hilltoppers 2025 Homecoming Parade held Friday afternoon on Central Avenue in downtown Los Alamos. The team took on Capital’s Jaguars at Sullivan Field. Courtesy photo
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Customer Service Week In Los Alamos County Oct. 6–10
Deputy Utilities Manager of Finance and Administration Joann Gentry and Customer Care Center representatives Camille Chavez, Paula Nelson, Amy Danforth, Michelle Carlson, Audrey Collins and Jacki Archuleta accept a proclamation from Councilor Beverly Neil-Clinton designating Oct. 6–10, 2025, as Customer Service Week in Los Alamos County. Gentry invited the public to join Customer Care representatives at a Customer Service Fair at 10 a.m., Wednesday, Oct. 8, in the Municipal Building lobby, featuring light refreshments and informational tables from several County departments. Read More