County Reminder To Keep Trash Out Of Recyclables
COUNTY News:
Just a quick but important reminder to help keep Los Alamos clean and green by ensuring trash is placed in the trash bins and recyclables in the recycling bins.
It’s easy to get mixed up sometimes, but every effort counts toward protecting the environment.
The County says thank you for helping make a difference! Read More
NACo On Action To Improve 9-8-8 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
NACo News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The National Association of Counties (NACo) Friday applauded an announcement from bipartisan congressional leaders and Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel regarding steps to improve the 9-8-8 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.
The FCC will issue a notice of proposed rulemaking on georouting for 9-8-8, a priority for NACo and its Commission on Mental Health and Wellbeing.
Since launching in 2022, there have been over seven million calls to 9-8-8, making it an essential tool for counties in supporting the mental health of residents. Read More
County: Gas Line Repair In White Rock On March 26
Map showing gas line area to repaired March 26 in White Rock Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Weather permitting, the repair of a gas line in White Rock is scheduled for Tuesday, March 26. The work will begin at 8:30 a.m. and should last no later than 4 p.m.
A crew with the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU) will be digging up a gas main to fix the gas service line to 37 Grand Canyon Dr., between Canyon Vista Street and Mesa Verde Street.
Officials at DPU would like to remind drivers that when work begins on Tuesday, they should expect to see flagging operations and Grand Canyon traffic reduced to Read More
Video: Councilor Hand Briefing On March 19 Work Session
Los Alamos County Councilor Melanee Hand gives a briefing of the March 19 council work session. Video by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com Read More
2024 Wildfire Day Elks Club Easter Egg Hunt At Ashley Pond March 30!
Ribbon Cutting For Lindsay Brenner Art At Airport
Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Community Services invites the public to attend the ribbon cutting ceremony for the Lindsay Brenner artwork at the Los Alamos County Airport. This event is 1-2 p.m. Friday, March 29 at the airport.
In pursuit of enhancing the airport environment, the Art in Public Places (APP) Board launched a Call for Art in November 2021. This initiative sought artworks that not only added aesthetic value but also contributed to sound management within the Los Alamos County Airport.
Following the Call for Art, Lindsay Brenner emerged as the standout artist among Read More
On The Job In Los Alamos: Police Cmdr. Daniel Roberts
On the job in Los Alamos is Police Cmdr. Daniel Roberts standing near the department’s Guiding Principles poster Thursday inside the station at 2500 Trinity Drive. Cmdr. Roberts began his career at LAPD in 2010 and now oversees police operations including four patrol units, the investigations section, social media, the FTO program and recruiting. Photo by Andy McBride/ladailypost.com Read More
LANL: Finding Of No Significant Impact Issued For Los Alamos County Reservoir Restoration Project
LANL News:
The National Nuclear Security Administration has issued a Finding of No Significant Impact for a Los Alamos County project to restore parts of Los Alamos Canyon including the reservoir and surrounding areas.
The Los Alamos County Department of Public Utilities is planning to restore and address sedimentation from post wildfire flooding impacts in in the canyon.
This restoration project includes: the upper watershed area above the reservoir, the reservoir, and the area where Los Alamos Canyon Creek, water pipeline and access road run parallel to each other down the valley. Read More
On The Job In Los Alamos: Rebecca Redondo At Library
On the job in Los Alamos is Library Associate Rebecca Redondo at Mesa Public Library where she has worked for about a year and a half. ‘Most jobs have pros and cons and there are things you have to overcome but there are also challenges,’ Redondo said Wednesday afternoon. She continues to help people in her community through her work at the Los Alamos Public Library. Photo by Andy McBride/ladailypost.com Read More
46th Street To Be Closed For Several Hours March 26
CM ArborCare News:
CM ArborCare has announced that it is scheduled to close 46th Street between 1331 46th and 1322 46th, 9 a.m. to noon on Tuesday, March 26, 2024.
The road will be completely closed for about three hours to allow equipment access for the removal of a large tree.
Vehicle and pedestrian access will be blocked. Vehicle and pedestrian traffic can be detoured to Sandia Drive and 47th Street.
Direct questions to Chris Michel at cmarborcare@gmail.com or call 505.385.6223. Read More
Transportation Board Meeting Update For March 7, 2024
By DAVID HAMPTON
Chair
Los Alamos Transportation Board
At our last Transportation Board meeting, March, 7, 2024, we started with a presentation and public comment on the Bathtub Row Reconstruction Project. This project will begin at Central and curve around Bathtub Row and Juniper Street to 15th Street, improving vehicle, pedestrian, ADA, and utilities conditions. Additional options for improvements to adjacent areas will be provided to Council for consideration.
The next presentation was on new Median Design Standards, which will be piloted on Canyon Road before being extended to Diamond Read More
County Crews To Repair Asphalt Along Central Between 15th & Oppenheimer Friday
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Traffic and Streets Department will be repairing sections of asphalt along Central Avenue between 15th Street and Oppenheimer Drive.
Work will run 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Friday March 22, with a moving flag operation in place. The project will start at 15th and head westbound to Oppenheimer, then return eastbound to 15th.
Bicycle and pedestrian traffic will not be interrupted.
Traffic is urged to slow down in the area and watch out for cyclists, pedestrians, crews and equipment.
Direct questions regarding this project to Streets Superintendent Daniel Campos Read More
NM-4 Water Repair Begins Friday
Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Weather permitting, the emergency repair on a water transmission line along N.M. 4 has been rescheduled for Friday, March 22, through Sunday, March 24.
The broken water line is on the east side of NM-4 about halfway between East Jemez Road and the turnoff to N.M. 502.
Officials at the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU) would like to remind drivers that when the work begins on Friday, they should expect to see N.M. 4 traffic reduced to one lane in each direction as they approach the work zone.
Northbound drivers will be directed into one of the two southbound Read More
Styron: County Community Services Corner
By CORY STYRON
Community Services Department Director
Los Alamos County
With spring right around the corner, staff in the divisions comprising the Community Services Department (CSD) are working hard to improve and expand programming in time for the busy outdoor season. We’d like to highlight some of the key projects and expanded programming we have for the summer, from increased hours to several facility renovations, and the many opportunities for the community to participate in the planning process.
If you have any questions, contact me at cory.styron@lacnm.us or any of the staff contacts. Read More
Women Of Los Alamos County Manager’s Office Celebrate International Women’s Day
The women of the Los Alamos County Manager’s Office thank all the hardworking women in the Los Alamos County government for their passion and dedication to public service. ‘We appreciate everything you do … Happy International Women’s Day!’ From left, Senior Visual Information Sara Canfield, Deputy County Manager Linda Matteson, Public Information Officer Julie Williams-Hill, County Manager Anne Laurent, Executive Assistant Jackie Salazar, Human Resources Manager Mary Tapia, Sustainability Manager Angelica Gurule, Senior Visual Information Specialist Jane Mathews. Not pictured Read More
County ESB To Hold Hybrid Meeting Thursday
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Environmental Sustainability Board (ESB) will meet at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, March 21 in Council Chambers at 1000 Central Ave. and virtually on Zoom.
This meeting is open to the public.
Find the agenda to this meeting here.
Openings Remain For PAC 8’s Spring Break Media Classes
There are still a few openings in next week’s spring break media classes at PAC 8. Courtesy/PAC 8
PAC 8 is offering a Beginning/Intermediate video class for 4th-8th graders in the mornings. Students will learn camera techniques, special effects, lighting, green screen, music production and editing in Adobe Premiere. And new this year, students will learn Artificial Intelligence image creation. In the afternoons, a free video production class for students in 6th-12 grades is offered thanks to a grant from Los Alamos Teen Center. The class will create a PSA on drug awareness. Students will Read More
County Tourism Implementation Task Force To Meet Tuesday
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Tourism Implementation Task Force will meet at noon Tuesday, March 19 at the Municipal Building, at 1000 Central Ave., and virtually on Zoom.
This meeting is open to the public.
Find the agenda to this meeting here.
Find the link to this meeting here.
Meeting ID: 850-7284-8071 Read More
‘Jet A’ Fueling Station Underway At Los Alamos Airport
Manuel Martinez of the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities is the project manager for the new Jet A fueling station at Los Alamos Airport (LAM). This may bring more small jets to the airport, now that they will be able to refuel. Jet A is only available presently for the two Classic Air Medical Helicopters stationed at Los Alamos. Classic Air has its own fuel buffalo parked near the airport windsock. Martinez is shown here inspecting the work completed so far by the contractor. Photo by Don Lepsch Read More
Los Alamos County Council Work Session Is March 19
COUNTY News:
The agenda for the upcoming County Council Work Session scheduled for 6 p.m., March 19 has been published and is available online here. Read More
