County: Community Q&A For Small Retail LEDA Initiative
COMMUNITY News:
Los Alamos County will host a question-and-answer session, 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 22, in Council Chambers at 1000 Central Ave., to introduce and discuss its proposed Small Retail Local Economic Development Act (LEDA) initiative.
The event is open to local business owners and interested individuals. A hybrid option will be available for remote participation via Zoom.
Staff from the Community and Economic Development Department will lead the presentation and answer questions about the proposed Small Retail LEDA initiative before it is formally presented to the Los Alamos Read More
Road Safety Requires Everyone’s Attention
View of commuter traffic just after 5 p.m. Tuesday on N.M. 4. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
Improving traffic safety seems like a herculean task. Whether it is controlling vehicles’ speed, minimizing distracted driving or preventing driving under the influence, it all boils down to one question: how can human behavior be effectively changed?
Police Chief Dino Sgambellone emphasized the answer lies in the entire community pitching in to help motivate change.
“A lot goes into the community’s traffic safety strategy,” Read More
Community Suicide Prevention Course To Debut In Los Alamos Beginning In August
SFCC News:
In response to New Mexico’s persistently high suicide rate, among the top five in the nation, Santa Fe Community College (SFCC) has developed a new suicide prevention course: ABC – Ask, Be Present, Connect.
The program debuts this August in Los Alamos and is free and open to the public.
“The ABC program goes beyond crisis intervention,” said Curriculum Creator Marvel Harrison, PhD. “It includes upstream prevention by building a culture where it’s safe to ask someone if they’re thinking about suicide. Talking about suicide saves lives.”
The ABC Suicide Prevention program Read More
Open House: Draft Concepts For North Mesa Recreation Plan
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Community Services invites the public to an open house from 5:30–7 p.m., Tuesday, July 22, at Fuller Lodge, to review and provide input on draft concepts for the North Mesa Recreation Plan.
The plan proposes renovations to the 26-acre North Mesa Recreation Area—also known as “FEMA-ville”—which features sports fields, tennis courts, playgrounds, and more. The contractor, Sites Southwest, will be onsite to answer questions on the draft concepts aimed at enhancing recreational opportunities and improving quality of life in Los Alamos County.
This event offers Read More
Video: Councilor Hand Discusses July 15 Work Session
Los Alamos County Councilor Melanee Hand discusses Tuesday’s work session. Video by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com Read More
Los Alamos Summer Concert Series Brings ‘Disclaimers’ Friday Night To Ashley Pond Park
By PABLO IRLANDO-WILDMAN
CEO
Sancre Productions
Waterstone Mortgage and Plateau Property Management bring us the band “Disclaimers” to Ashley Pond Park for the 8th show of the 2025 Los Alamos Summer Concert Series, this Friday, July 18. Come out to the free event from 6-9 p.m. and enjoy the multitude of food vendors, kids’ activities, information booths, non-profit row, and 3 full hours of Disclaimers music.
The Disclaimers arose from a tangled mess of cassette tapes and microphone cables in Albuquerque, and have been giving people a reason to dance and sing along ever since. They deliver the Read More
LAFD Invites Community To Badge Ceremony July 19
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos Fire Department will host a promotional Badge Pinning Ceremony, 10 a.m. Saturday, July 19, in Fire Station 3 at 129 N.M. 4 in White Rock.
Fire Chief Wendy Servey will announce several promotions within the department, including new Battalion Chiefs, Captains, and Driver Engineers.
The event is open to the public.
Direct questions to Acting Deputy Fire Chief Tim Johnson at 505.662.8406 or timothy.johnson@lacnm.us. Read More
Helicopter Transporting Bucket Full Of Water Heads Back To Laguna Wildfire After Refueling At Los Alamos Airport
A firefighting helicopter with a bucket full of water heads back to the Laguna Wildfire today after refueling at the Los Alamos Airport. Acting Los Alamos County Fire Chief Wendy Servey explained that the helicopter is staying at the Los Alamos Airport to provide air support for the Laguna Wildfire. It has a static water supply from a portable 10,000-gallon tank to dip from that is placed out of the way at the airport for the helicopter’s use. Photo by Ann Greene
Environmental Sustainability Board Meeting Agenda July 17
‘Home Grown Country Dreams’ Take Center Stage At 2025 Los Alamos County Fair & Rodeo
COUNTY News:
Saddle up and mark your calendars! The Los Alamos County Fair & Rodeo returns the weekend of August 1–3, 2025, with the theme: “Home Grown Country Dreams.” This community event celebrates our town’s agricultural heritage, local talent, and the hardworking farmers who make it all possible.
The fair’s focus on “Home Grown Country Dreams” couldn’t be more fitting, as we welcome the Los Alamos Farmers Market to the! This vibrant market showcases the best of local produce, handcrafted goods, and artisanal creations from Northern New Mexico — perfect for supporting our Read More
Local Business Coalition Unveils ‘Storefront Recapture Initiative’ Idea To Strengthen Our Community’s Economy
LALBC News:
The Los Alamos Local Business Coalition (“Coalition”) invites public review and input on its “Storefront Recapture Initiative” a idea, a proposal aimed at boosting the economic vitality of Los Alamos County by steadily converting storefront office tenancies into viable retail, dining, and treat tenancies. This initiative is one of six forward-thinking ideas detailed in the newly released “Coalition Idea Book,” now available as a PDF on the Coalition website.
The “Storefront Recapture Initiative” seeks to foster a stronger local Read More
Kiwanis Hears From Los Alamos Local Business Coalition
Kevin Holsapple speaks at the July 8 Kiwanis Club meeting. Courtesy photo
Allan Saenz speaks at the July 8 Kiwanis Club meeting. Courtesy photo
By BROOKE DAVIS
Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos
On July 8, Kevin Holsapple, Allan Saenz, and Leslie Linke gave a presentation to the Los Alamos Kiwanis Club. They gave an overview of the organization’s structure, initiatives and challenges as well as their individual perspectives.
Holsapple, a former Executive Director of a New Mexico non-profit community and economic development corporation, explained that the coalition is a collaborative organization Read More
Los Alamos Police Department Holds Swearing In Ceremony For Three New Officers, One Departmental Promotion
The Los Alamos Police Department (LAPD) held a swearing-in ceremony Monday in Magistrate Court for three new police officers and the departmental promotion of an officer. New officers from left include Cpl. Tyler Carter, Cpl. Jonathan Knoell and Cpl. Lisa Vialpando, and Theresa Phelan was promoted to Animal Control Supervisor. The Honorable Judge Catherine E. Taylor officiated at the ceremony. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Los Alamos Magistrate Court Judge Catherine E. Taylor swears in new LAPD Cpl. Tyler Carter during Monday’s ceremony in Magistrate Court. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com Read More
Los Alamos County Council Meeting Agenda July 15
Video: Council Chair Cull Shares July 8 Meeting Highlights
Los Alamos County Council Chair Theresa Cull at the Los Alamos Daily Post news room last week, sharing highlights of the Tuesday, July 8, council meeting. Video by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com Read More
Upcoming Friends Of The Senior Center Pancake Breakfasts
County Utilities Board To Meet In Council Chambers July 16
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Board of Public Utilities is scheduled to meet 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 16, in Council Chambers at the Municipal Building, 1000 Central Ave.
View Agenda here.
The meeting is open to the public in person.
Members of the public may also participate remotely and provide public comment via Zoom.
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County Lodgers’ Tax Advisory Board To Meet Noon Tuesday
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Lodgers’ Tax Advisory Board is scheduled to meet at noon Tuesday in Council Chambers at the Municipal Building at 1000 Central Ave.
Note: This meeting is in person and open to the public. However, for convenience,
the following Zoom meeting link and/or telephone call-in numbers may be used for
public viewing and participation:
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or +1 312 626 6799 or +1 929 205 6099. Read More
Hanging Flower Baskets Brighten Downtown Los Alamos
Hanging flower baskets decorate light poles and brighten the area Thursday along Central Avenue. The County contracts with Los Alamos Landscaping & More to install and maintain the flower baskets from spring into fall throughout the downtown area. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
Two Agenda Items Removed From July 15 Council Work Session To Be Re-added For Discussion Before Aug. 31
COUNTY News:
Two agenda items previously scheduled for the Tuesday, July 15 Los Alamos County Council work session have been removed due to scheduling conflicts and will be placed on an agenda soon. The items require no action and are expected to be discussed at a Council meeting before the end of August, with a specific date still to be determined.
The items include a presentation on the 20th Street mixed-use redevelopment project and a quarterly update on the Council’s Strategic Leadership Goals, specifically the goal of “Operational Excellence”.
20th Street mixed-use redevelopment project Read More