County Government

All County Facilities Closing At 2 P.M. Today

COUNTY News:

Los Alamos County Manager Steven Lynne has ordered the closure of all open County government facilities at 2 p.m. today, Feb. 10 due to hazardous weather conditions.

Officials advise this includes both libraries, the Aquatic Center, Ice Rink, Los Alamos Eco Station and White Rock Convenience Center. 

County Traffic and Street crews will continue to clear the major roads and streets according to the FY24 Snow and Ice Control Plan. The community can help facilitate snow removal by parking vehicles off the street.

The County’s MyDrive site allows individuals to view the conditions Read More

County P&Z Commission To Meet Wednesday Feb. 14

COUNTY News:

The Los Alamos County Planning and Zoning Commission is scheduled to meet 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 14 in Council Chambers at the Municipal Building at 1000 Central Ave.

The meeting is open to the public.

The agenda packet for the meeting is available at https://losalamos.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx and hard copies are available in the Community Development Department lobby. Read More

Los Alamos County Manager Steven Lynne Reflects On 28 Years Of Service As His Retirement Nears

Los Alamos County Manager Steven Lynne speaking Tuesday at the Kiwanis Club meeting at TOTH. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com

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

One thing is certain about working at Los Alamos County – it is never dull, Los Alamos County Manager Steven Lynne said during the Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos meeting Tuesday at Trinity on the Hill Episcopal Church.

Whether it was serving as the County’s authorizing agent during the Cerro Grande Fire or responding to the COVID pandemic as County Manager, Lynne said new and unexpected were big themes Read More

County Wildlife Education: Raccoons

Four baby raccoons sitting on a deck. Courtesy/LAC

COUNTY News:

Raccoons are a common sight in Los Alamos but this doesn’t mean they are safe or friendly to humans. In fact, raccoons can be quite dangerous if they get too close.

Follow these tips for safety around raccoons:

  • Keep Raccoons From Coming Too Close – If a raccoon approaches too closely, make yourself appear larger: stand up, shout and wave your arms. If it continues to approach, throw or spray water, or even stones, if needed;
  • A raccoon that is very aggressive–or too tame, or seems to be disoriented or staggers, may be sick or injured. Do
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Council Commends County Finance Department

The Los Alamos County Finance Department staff  show off their numerous awards during the regular County Council meeting Tuesday along with the County managers and councilors. From left, County Councilor Melanee Hand,  County Manager Steven Lynne, Budget Manager Erika Thomas, Councilor Keith Lepsch, Management Analyst Melanie Ramirez, Council Vice Chair Theresa Cull, Accounting Operations Manager Beatrice Odezulu, Administrative Services Department Director Helen Perraglio, Councilor Randall Ryti, Council Chair Denise Derkacs, Councilor David Reagor, Payroll Manager Sonya Read More

Los Alamos Senior Center & The Family YMCA Collaborate To Help Seniors Get Fit

Los Alamos YMCA is partnering with LARSO to offer personal training sessions. Courtesy/LARSO

LARSO News:

Envisioning a senior strength training is pretty far from the vision of a senior sitting in a rocking chair. However, lifting weights is important for anyone over 60.

Did you know that after 50, muscle tone declines by 15 percent each decade, and eventually you become more prone to poor balance and falling. In fact, falls and fractures are one of the main causes for hospitalization for seniors. When a senior falls, it is the gateway to losing their independence. All seniors should consider Read More

County Clerk’s Office Receives Mobile Voting Unit

Los Alamos County Clerk Naomi Maestas on the landing of the new Mobile Voting Unit (MVU) delivered this morning to Pajarito Cliffs Site. The MVU will be outfitted and ready for voters to utilize in June for the Primary Election. The MVU was purchased with an Election Security Grant and is the second unit to be utilized in the state of New Mexico. The County Clerk’s Office received another grant to outfit the MVU, which will occur in the coming months. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Scene of the Portable Voting Unit delivered this morning to Pajarito Cliffs Site. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com Read More

Pinon School To Close Today Due To Power Outage

LAPS News:

Pinon Elementary School will have to close today due to an unexpected power outage.

The county expects the outage to last 4-5 hours.

All parents should pick up students at Pinon as soon possible.

No other schools are affected and will have a regular school day. Read More

County Historic Preservation Advisory Board Meets Feb. 7

COUNTY News:

The Los Alamos County Historic Preservation Advisory Board (HPAB) will meet at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 7 in Room 110 in 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. Read More

Los Alamos County Library Board Update For January 2024

COUNTY News:

Welcome to the first of a regular series of updates from the Los Alamos County Library Board.

The Library Board’s primary purpose is to receive input from the public and, based on that input, make recommendations to Los Alamos County Council that support the fulfillment of the library’s mission in the community. We know there are many enthusiastic library patrons in our county. We hope these updates will not only keep you informed on library news but also serve as a reminder that we welcome your feedback.

At the January 8 board meeting, Daniel Gaghan, Digital Service Senior Librarian, Read More

Tourism Implementation Task Force To Meet Feb. 7, 2024

COUNTY News:

The Los Alamos County Tourism Implementation Task Force will meet at noon Wednesday, Feb. 7 in Room 110 at the Municipal Building, 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. Read More

Los Alamos Police Receive Special Olympics Gold Award

The Los Alamos Police Department won the Gold Award for raising the most funds during 2023 for Special Olympics New Mexico (SONM). Deputy Chief Oliver Morris, second from left, accepted the prestigious award with members of his team and several Special Olympic athletes during a banquet Thursday evening at Buffalo Thunder. SONM serves more than 3,100 athletes statewide, offering year-round training and competitions in 12 Olympic-style sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. SONM works to build inclusive communities, transform lives through sport, and improve Read More

County Board Of Public Utilities Work Session Feb. 7

COUNTY News:

The Board of Public Utilities will hold a work session Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2024 in Council Chambers. 

Members of the public may view proceedings online or attend and provide public comment in person or via Zoom – https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89412512522

The agenda is attached, and the complete packet is available online – https://losalamos.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx. Read More

Urban Trail Phase I & II Multi-Use Trail Project Construction Activities Week Of Feb. 5

Week of Feb. 5 Work Area 1. Courtesy/LAC

Week of Feb. 5 Work Area 2. Courtesy/LAC

COUNTY News:

Hasse Contracting Company Inc., under contract with Los Alamos County Public Works to construct the Urban Trail Phase I & II Multi-use Trail Project, will be restarting construction activities at three different locations downtown and off Canyon Road during the week of February 5.

Weather permitting, areas impacted include:

  • Work Zone Area 1: Within the Fuller Lodge grounds adjacent to Central Ave. and heading north towards the Romero Cabin – Occasional brief flagger operations on Central
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Deputy Police Chief Braves Icy Waters For Special Olympics!

Los Alamos Deputy Police Chief Oliver Morris jumps into the icy waters of an outdoor swimming pool Friday at Buffalo Thunder for the 2024 Polar Plunge Fundraiser in support of local Special Olympic athletes. The Los Alamos and Santa Fe police departments hosted the charitable event. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com

A crowd gathers to watch Los Alamos Deputy Police Chief Oliver Morris and other law enforcement officers take  the Polar Plunge Friday in support of local Special Olympic athletes. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com

Los Alamos Police Chief Dino Sgambellone, left, with Read More

County Parks Div. Kicks Off Stable Lot Reallocation Draw

COUNTY News:

Los Alamos County Parks Division kicks off the North Mesa Stables lot reallocation draw process online Monday, Feb. 5, 2024. The random draw selection process includes a registration period, followed by the draw itself.

The North Mesa Stables area is public land owned by Los Alamos County. Separate stable lots are individually licensed to residents on an annual basis, but the improvements on each lot are owned by the licensee.

Los Alamos County has four lots – 6, 14, 48 and 143 – for which improvements and associated lot licenses will be made available through the draw process. Information Read More

Council Recognizes Local Election Officials & Poll Workers

From left, Los Alamos County Clerk Naomi Maestas stands with poll workers and County Clerk’s Office Elections Manager Victoria Martinez, 2nd from right, and Councilor Keith Lepsch, right, during Tuesday’s council meeting. County Council recognized the poll workers’ efforts at the beginning of the meeting. Courtesy/LAC

Staff Report

Los Alamos County Council recognized and commended the contributions of election officials during its regular meeting Jan. 30.

Councilor Keith Lepsch read the recognition.

Los Alamos County Clerk Naomi Maestas congratulated local poll workers and their Read More

Facing Gopher Challenges At County Parks & Sports Fields

COUNTY News:

The Los Alamos County Parks Division is committed to ensuring the safety and usability across all county parks and sports fields, including those at Overlook Park. So when citizens began to express concern over the presence of gophers and their potential hazards, Superintendent Wendy Parker ramped up her already aggressive approach to address and mitigate these challenges.

Since May 2023, the Parks staff and contractor have captured 223 gophers, twice as many as last year (2022). However, to stay ahead of the gopher population, Parker is also soliciting a professional gopher Read More

Video: Williams Hill Shares Council Meeting Highlights

Los Alamos County Public Information Officer Julie Williams Hill shares highlights of the Jan. 30 County Council meeting. To watch a video of the entire Council meeting, visit the County website here. Video by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com Read More

Department Of Public Utilities Seeks Future Leaders

COUNTY News:

The Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU) is conducting an essay contest for high school students as part of an effort organized by Utah Associated Municipal Power Systems (UAMPS).

A local student may receive sponsorship to attend a summer leadership camp and scholarship program in Idaho called the ICUA Youth Rally.

UAMPS will select four students from among its member organizations to send to the rally. Each one will also receive a $500 scholarship for college. DPU is a member of UAMPS so high school sophomores and juniors whose parents or guardians are customers of DPU Read More

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