Scenes Of County Manager Steve Lynne’s Retirement Party
Los Alamos County Manager Steve Lynne celebrates his retirement Friday with friends and family, including his sister Randy Sorrells at Fuller Lodge. Lynne has worked for Los Alamos County for 28 years. He and his wife Suzanne plan to continue living in Los Alamos. Former Deputy Manager Anne Laurent becomes County Manager on Monday. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
Los Alamos County Assessor George Chandler, left, chats with former Los Alamos County Councilor Jim Hall during County Manager Steve Lynne’s retirement party Friday at Fuller Lodge. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com Read More
County Renewable Revolution: New Solar And Battery Contracts Set To Double Clean Electricity Supply
Solar farm. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
With a unanimous vote Tuesday night, the Los Alamos County Council approved the Foxtail Flats Solar and Storage agreements, putting Los Alamos County on an accelerated trajectory toward meeting its goal to be a net carbon-neutral energy provider by 2040.
The Council unanimously approved agreements for 170 MW of solar power from the Four Corners Area and 80 MW of battery storage.
In 2016, the Los Alamos Board of Public Utilities (BPU) set a goal for the Department of Public Utilities (DPU) to become a carbon-neutral electrical energy provider by 2040. DPU Read More
Scenes Of Workers Replacing Sidewalk On Rover Boulevard
Workers from Franco’s Builder, LLC on the job Thursday replacing a section of sidewalk near 77 Rover Blvd. in White Rock. The sidewalk on the west side of Rover Boulevard in front of Enterprise Bank & Trust has been closed due to the damaged sidewalk. It will remain closed until the sidewalk is repaired. The southbound lane is shifted to the median. Access is being maintained for bicycle traffic, northbound traffic remains open. The project is expected to begin at 7 a.m. and end at 4 p.m. daily until the project is completed. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Workers from Franco’s Builder, Read More
County Seeks Member For Royalty Court Committee
COUNTY News:
During the Fall of 2023, the Los Alamos County Recreation Division conducted a community equestrian program survey.
In response to the survey and conversations with the equestrian community, more community involvement is desired.
In an effort to fulfill that desire, the Los Alamos County Recreation Division is seeking a member of the community to join the Royalty Court planning committee. The 2024 Royalty Court Competition is scheduled for June 8, 2024.
If interested, LAC asks that you submit your application through the online form. Applications will be accepted throughout Read More
Reminder: Community Invited To County Mgr. Steve Lynne’s Retirement Celebration 4-6 p.m. Today At Fuller Lodge
County Manager Steven Lynne
COUNTY News:
“That’s a Wrap” … Los Alamos County Manager Steven Lynne is retiring from Los Alamos County after 28 years of dedicated public service.
Community members, friends and co-workers are invited to join Lynne and his family at the retirement celebration 4-6 p.m. today, March 1 at Fuller Lodge, 2132 Central Ave. Read More
County: Slow Water Leak Repair On 34th Street Monday
COUNTY News:
Water crews from the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU) will be repairing a slow water leak on 34th Street on Monday. The work will begin at 8:30 a.m. and should last no later than 4 p.m. Monday.
The leak is in the middle of the road on 34th near Urban St. The area will be closed to through traffic while the repair is being made. Drivers should exercise caution near the work zone and avoid the area if possible.
DPU’s crews don’t anticipate any loss of water service for residents on 34th Street, although a drop in water pressure is possible.
Anyone with questions or concerns about Read More
County Aquatic Center Shares Fitness Schedule For March
COUNTY News:
During the month of March the Aquatic Center at 2760 Canyon Road will not offer long course set up. Long course set up will return 6-10:30 a.m., Mondays and Wednesdays in April.
The aerobics classes resume normal schedule in March as follows:
Monday & Wednesday:
- 9-10 a.m.: Deep Water Fun & Fitness
- 11 a.m.-12 p.m.: Therapy Fun & Fitness
- 5:30-6:30 p.m.: Shallow Water Aerobics
Monday:
- 11 a.m.-12 p.m.: SUP Yoga
Tuesday:
- 9-9:45 a.m.: WaterWorks!
Thursday:
- 9-9:45 a.m.: Zumba
Friday:
- 9-10 a.m.: Deep Water Fun & Fitness
- 11 a.m.-12 p.m.: Therapy Fun & Fitness
LAPS Possible Quorum Notice: County Manager Retirement
LAPS Notice Of Possible Quorum:
Los Alamos Public Schools (LAPS) has issued a Notice of Possible Quorum.
Members of the LAPS School Board may attend the Retirement of Los Alamos County Manager Steven Lynne 4-6 p.m. Friday, March 1, 2024, at Fuller Lodge.
A quorum may be present; however no action will be taken. Read More
End Of An Era As County Manager Steve Lynne Retires
County Manager Steve Lynne outside the Municipal Building Tuesday evening just ahead of his final County Council meeting. He retires Friday after 28 years of service. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Los Alamos County Councilors honor retiring County Manager Steve Lynne at his final Council meeting Tuesday evening by wearing copies of his favorite tie dye t-shirts. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
By CAROL A. CLARK
Los Alamos Daily Post
caclark@ladailypost.com
The community is experiencing the end of an era as Los Alamos County Manager Steve Lynne retires Friday following Read More
Plan Unforgettable Spring Break Around Skiesta At Pajarito
COUNTY News:
Skiesta—Pajarito Mountain’s iconic annual Spring Break celebration—returns Saturday, March 16 to Los Alamos.
The highly anticipated event will once again feature exhilarating ski races, live music from local bands, local craft beer, and a vibrant, quirky atmosphere unique to Northern New Mexico.
“Whether you’re planning a family Spring Break vacation, or you’re looking for a fun weekend getaway, Skiesta is a must-attend event,” County Economic Development Administrator Dan Ungerleider said. “With lively costumes, outdoor recreation, local craft beer, and music from Read More
PAC 8 & Teen Center To Offer Video Production Class
AI image created by Jean Gindreau using DALL-E).l
PAC 8 News:
PAC 8 and the Los Alamos Teen Center have teamed up again to offer a free video production class for students in 6th-12 grades. The class will create a PSA on drug awareness. Students will learn script writing, videography, editing, lighting and audio. The class runs 1-4 p.m. March 25-29, (spring break) and is free. Class size is limited to 6 students.
PAC 8 is also offering a Beginning/Intermediate video class for 4th-8th graders also over spring break. Students will learn camera techniques, special effects, lighting, green screen, Read More
LAPD Releases Details Of Accident On Truck Route
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This morning, Feb. 27, 2024, the Los Alamos Police Department (LAPD) responded to a 9-1-1 call received by the LAPD Consolidated Dispatch Center reporting a three-car accident on N.M. 501/East Jemez Road (Truck Route) near mile marker 7.
LAPD officers arrived on the scene a few minutes later at 7:27 a.m., followed by Los Alamos Fire Department (LAFD). Police officers closed the Truck Route for several hours for accident response, clean-up and investigation efforts.
LAFD immediately treated three patients involved in Read More
Extension Office: Tree Pruning Workshop March 5
Update: Truck Route To Be Closed For Hours Due To Crash
Update: The Truck Route will be shut down for several hours to the severity of this accident and investigation.
LAPD News:
The Los Alamos Police Department (LAPD) is responding to a multi-vehicle accident on the Truck Route.
This has caused the Truck Route to be shut down.
Motorists are asked to please be patient as this will cause delays and seek alternate routes.
Traffic Alert: Multi-Vehicle Accident Shuts Down Truck Route
LAPD News:
The Los Alamos Police Department (LAPD) is responding to a multi-vehicle accident on the Truck Route.
This has caused the Truck Route to be shut down.
Motorists are asked to please be patient as this will cause delays and seek alternate routes. Read More
County: Rover Boulevard Lane Shift Begins Feb. 28
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Traffic & Streets Division has contracted with Franco’s Builder, LLC to replace a section of sidewalk near 77 Rover Blvd. in White Rock.
The sidewalk on the west side of Rover Boulevard in front of Enterprise Bank & Trust has been closed due to the damaged sidewalk. It will remain closed until the sidewalk is repaired.
The southbound lane will be shifted to the median. Access will be maintained for bicycle traffic. northbound traffic will remain open.
The project is expected to begin at 7 a.m. and end at 4 p.m. daily Feb. 28. Bicycle, pedestrian and vehicle Read More
Ashley Pond Park Electrical Upgrade Project Begins Feb. 27
Map of Ashley Pond Park Electrical Upgrade Project that begins Feb. 27 at 2300 Trinity Drive. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Capital Projects and Facilities Division will begin the Ashley Pond Park Electrical Upgrade Project this week to improve the existing electrical panels used to supply power for food trucks and other vendors during events held at the park at 2300 Trinity Drive.
Construction is scheduled to begin Feb. 27 and be completed by June 15.
The project consists of digging a trench for conduit for the new wire, and increasing the existing transformer size to increase Read More
County: Urban Trail Phase I & II Multi-use Trail Project Construction Activities Week Of Feb. 26
Within the Fuller Lodge grounds starting at the Romero Cabin and continuing north to Nectar Street – Occasional brief flagger operations on 19th Street for construction vehicles accessing the work site. Sidewalk closures within the Fuller Lodge grounds are in effect and pedestrian detour signage has been placed to direct pedestrians around the work areas. Construction of the last remaining section of trail in this area adjacent to the Ancestral Puebloan Ruins will continue during this week. Courtesy/LAC
Within the Fuller Lodge grounds adjacent to Central Avenue and heading north towards Read More
Chief Sgambellone Releases 4th Qtr. 2023 Crime Stats
Police Chief Dino Sgambellone
LAPD News:
Chief Dino Sgambellone released crime statistics through the fourth quarter of 2023, which were compiled by the Records Section of the Los Alamos Police Department.
In April of 2021, the Los Alamos Police Department transitioned from UCR, a Summary Reporting System (SRS), to the National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS).
NIBRS was created in the 1980’s to offer more detailed crime reporting. While UCR is based on a hierarchy of crime types and therefore counts only the most serious crime at one event, NIBRS counts all crimes that occur and provides Read More
All Lanes On East Jemez & N.M. 4 To Reopen By March 1
COUNTY News:
Crews are scheduled to complete most of the construction on both East Jemez Road and N.M. 4 and reopen all lanes to traffic by Friday, March 1.
Crews will return to the project in mid- to late-April to apply OGFC (Open-Graded Friction Course) pavement to the roadway to help reduce wet-weather crashes. This activity requires consistently higher daytime temperatures.
Traffic Impacts In Place In The Meantime:
- N.M. 4 traffic south of the intersection of N.M. 4 and East Jemez Road is shifted to the west side of the roadway, with one lane open in each direction (northbound and southbound).
