Los Alamos Virtual Teen Center Now Open
TEEN CENTER News:
While the Los Alamos Teen Center, operated by The Family YMCA under a contract with Los Alamos County, is temporarily closed, its staff members have created a new website and an online space where Teen Center staff and teen members can interact via text and voice.
Named, “Los Alamos QUARANTEEN Center”, the website can be reached at www.losalamosquaranteencenter.com and will allow youth to access a curated collection of web resources shared by their favorite Teen Center staff, other teens and community members.
Resources include links to games, music, Ted Talks, cool videos Read More
County Council Chair Sara Scott Issues Update On Local COVID-19 Response Following State’s Recent Actions
By Chair Sara Scott
Los Alamos County Council
In the past week, two important actions have been taken by our state government to limit the spread of COVID-19.
These include the Stay at Home instruction issued by Health Secretary Kathy Kunkel on March 23 and the announcement by Public Education Secretary Ryan Stewart (today) that schools would be closed for the remainder of the year.
Our state is also aggressively expanding access and throughput for testing; New Mexico is currently the fourth highest in testing per capita in the nation (New York Times, March 26, 2020). While understanding that Read More
Changes To Council Meeting Due To COVID-19 Pandemic
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Council meeting scheduled in Council Chambers 6 p.m. Tuesday, March 31 will be using a format that complies with the recent New Mexico Department of Health’s public health emergency order governing mass gatherings because of COVID-19.
Public in-person attendance Tuesday evening will not be allowed. Minimal County staff will be in attendance to present items and most Councilors will be participating by phone.
The agenda has been streamlined to focus on time-sensitive matters. Members of the public interested in watching the meeting can view the agenda Read More
Health Department: COVID-19 Testings In Los Alamos April 2
NMDOH News:
Testing people sick (not needing immediate medical attention) or who have recently traveled.
SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH)’s reports a COVID-19 screening Thursday, April 2, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. or while supplies last, at Overlook Park in White Rock.
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Priority screening will be provided for the following:
- People experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 infection: fever, cough, or shortness of breath; and
- People who have traveled from Europe (to include Italy), China, Iran, South Korea, Japan, Seattle, New York City, San Francisco and Portland.
It is critical to Read More
Diamond Drive Utility Work Has Begun
The utility work on Diamond Drive near North Road has begun. Water crews with the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU) are dropping the east northbound lane on Diamond Drive just past the Sandia intersection to repair a water transmission line. Work is scheduled to be completed by 7 p.m. today. No interruption of water services is anticipated. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com Read More
Los Alamos County Parks And Recreation Board Recommends Naming Softball Field To Honor Hope Jaramillo
Minors A Field at Overlook Park in White Rock may be renamed Hope Field to honor Hope Jaramillo. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.c
Los Alamos resident Hope Jaramillo died in January, and community members and the Los Alamos County Parks and Recreation Board are considering naming a softball field after her.
Jaramillo, who died from cancer, was extremely active in the high school softball program. A player herself in school, Jaramillo went on to be a coach and a volunteer in the local softball programs.
In honor of her contributions, Read More
Traffic Alert: Waterline Repair On Diamond Thursday
COUNTY News:
Water crews with the Los Department of Public Utilities (DPU) will drop the east northbound lane on Diamond Drive just past the Sandia intersection to repair a water transmission line.
Work is scheduled 7:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, March 26. No interruption of water services is anticipated.
Motorists should expect some delays and are urged to use caution when driving near the construction zone.
DPU officials thank the public for its patience during this time.
For more information contact the Customer Care Center at 505.662.8333 or CustomerCare@lacnm.us.
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Los Alamos Police Department Cautions Coronavirus Precautions Could Lead To Increased Domestic Violence
LAPD News:
New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham made the announcement Monday of a statewide stay-at-home order due to the COVID-19 virus.
Many people are staying inside their homes as COVID-19 spreads across the nation. Self-isolation and social distancing is necessary to help prevent the spread of COVID-19.
When people are cooped up together for a long period of time, emotions are high, people are stressed, and there is a greater risk for domestic violence.
Some Examples of Domestic Violence Include:
- Physical Abuse: Hitting, slapping, shoving, grabbing, pinching, biting, hair pulling;
County Council Chair Sara Scott Issues Update On Local COVID-19 Response Following State’s Stay At Home Order
By Chair Sara Scott
Los Alamos County Council
By now most of you are aware of the new Stay at Home Instruction issued March 23 by the Secretary of Health Kathy Kunkel, which states that New Mexicans “must stay at home and undertake only those outings absolutely necessary for their health, safety or welfare” and further prohibits most gatherings of five or more individuals indoors or outdoors.
It is essential that as a community we have and continue to take the responsibility and important steps needed to limit the transmission of COVID-19 and give our health care system the best chance possible Read More
Public Attendance Prohibited At Utilities Board Meeting
COUNTY News:
Public in-person attendance at the Wednesday, March 25 Board of Public Utilities (BPU) meeting will be prohibited in accordance with the Public Health Emergency Order Closing All Businesses and Non-Profit Entities Except for those Deemed Essential and Providing Additional Restrictions on Mass Gatherings Due to COVID-19 issued March 23 from the New Mexico Department of Health.
Officials with the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities encourage citizens to live-stream the meeting and submit public comment via email.
The BPU meeting is scheduled for 5:30 p.m., Wednesday Read More
Board Of Public Utilities Meets By Phone March 25
Traffic Alert: North Road Remains Closed At Diamond
COUNTY News:
North Road at the intersection of Diamond Drive remains closed due to a water break that occurred Thursday morning.
Traffic to and from Quemazon is rerouted on Sycamore.
Other traffic impacts include a southbound lane drop on Diamond, which includes the closure of the bike lane and sidewalk on the west side of Diamond.
Temporary repairs are estimated to be complete by early next week.
According to Traffic and Streets Division Manager Juan Rael, county crews made progress on repairing this section of Diamond and North Road. However, due to the severity of the break and the amount Read More
Scene Of Water Main Break At Diamond And North Road
Loren Freyer of the Los Alamos County Department of Public Utilities working today at closing the hole at Diamond Drive and North Road where a water main broke Thursday closing the intersection. The workers hope to finish the work and reopen the intersection soon. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com Read More
Traffic Alert: North Road Closed At Diamond Drive
Traffic Alert:
The Department of Public Utilities reports that a water break, which occurred Thursday morning, forced a closure of North Road at Diamond Drive.
While the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities water crews were able to isolate the line at noon Thursday and stop the flow of water, North Road was compromised and remains closed to all vehicles.
Traffic to and from the Quemazon community is being rerouted on Sycamore Street.
County crews will be evaluating the integrity of the affected roadways and more specifically the sub-grade material beneath the asphalt, where the water Read More
County Update 9 On COVID-19: Public Works ‘Still At Work’
COUNTY News:
Public Works Director Anne Laurent commented today on questions from residents wondering what kinds of services are still available.
“At this point, it’s business as usual for Public Works,” she said, adding that they are still receiving and processing routine requests for items such as filling potholes and monitoring streetlights to ensure they are functioning properly.
“We understand that people are at home and relying upon us to provide standard services,” she said, such as trash and recycling pick up. “We are not scaling back on the level of service or established schedules
State Officials: New Public Health Order In Effect
Health Secretary Kathy KunkelLos Alamos County Update And Document On Declaration Of Public Health Emergency Due To COVID-19 Pandemic
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Chair Sara Scott declared a local public health emergency today because of the novel coronavirus COVID-19, joining dozens of other local governments who are dedicating additional resources to the COVID-19 pandemic crisis.
“As our residents know, from the outset of COVID-19 in New Mexico, we have been actively monitoring, preparing and taking steps every day to keep our community safe,” Scott said, noting that most recently, the County implemented a policy for some employees to telecommute from home in order to reduce health risks to employees and the general Read More
Council Chair Sara Scott Signs Emergency Public Health Declaration Today For Los Alamos County
By Chair Sara Scott
Los Alamos County Council
First of all, a heartfelt thank you to so many community members for taking serious steps to limit the impact of COVID-19. It is hard, but the best thing we can do now is to stay home as much as possible (including self-isolation for those who have traveled out of state); keeping our distance will continue to slow the progression of transmission and help optimize the availability of our health care system and professionals.
Today I signed an Emergency Declaration for Los Alamos County. Although the Governor has already signed a public health emergency Read More
County COVID-19 Update: ACT Responds To Questions On Dial A Ride In Light Of Suspended Fixed Route Services
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Atomic City Transit would like to provide some answers to the public about frequently asked questions regarding the Dial-a-Ride service currently in operation, while fixed-route services are suspended:
Can anyone use the Dial-a-Ride service?
- Yes. This service is currently available to the public.
Do you provide service to White Rock?
- Yes. We are currently providing Dial-a-Ride service to the entire County of Los Alamos.
Do I have to have a medical reason to use the service?
- No. Service is available for anyone needing transportation within Los Alamos.
To utilize Read More
County Update: Public Works Ready To Roll With Snow Patrol
COUNTY News:
Public Works “ready to roll” if snow storm hits Los Alamos overnight; No reduction in snow patrols because of COVID-19
Los Alamos County Public Works Director Anne Laurent said that crews will be “ready to roll” in implementing the Snow & Ice Control Plan for the County if weather predictions for snow occur today and Thursday.
“We’ll have our Traffic & Streets crews out on major roadways, clearing snow and keeping streets open for travel,” Laurent said. “It will be ‘business as usual’ for crews in the event of any snow storm. We aren’t going to reduce our level of service.”
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