County: 37th Street & Piñon Park Playgrounds Closed For Safety During Renovation Work
Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
The Community Services Department (CSD), in partnership with Los Alamos Landscaping & More, LLC, will temporarily close the 37 th Street and Piñon Park Playgrounds during construction to complete planned renovations. These closures are necessary to ensure the safe execution of demolition and rebuilding activities at both sites.
37th Street Play Lot
- Preparation work begins Monday, Oct. 6, 2025—construction to begin shortly after
- Planned improvements include demolition of existing playground equipment, asphalt and concrete pavement, segmental,
Household Hazardous Waste Collection At Eco Station Tomorrow, Oct. 4
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County’s Environmental Services will accept household hazardous waste on a monthly schedule and new hours. Residents who already pay for curbside collection can drop off household hazardous waste at the Eco Transfer Station.
Accepted items include:
- Smoke Detectors
- Lightbulbs
- Aerosol Spray Cans
- Automotive Fluids
- Corrosives
- Cleaners
- Photographic Flammable Solvents
- Fuels
- Items Containing Mercury
- Oxidizers
- Fertilizers
- Pool Chemicals
- Paints, finishes, and stains
- Pesticides and herbicides.
Note: You may dispose of Automotive Oil and Antifreeze 7 days a week Read More
Fairways On Ice: Why Frost Delays Matter
COUNTY News:
As we move into the colder months, frost will become a regular occurrence at the Los Alamos County Golf Course. It’s important for everyone to be mindful of the impact frost can have on the grass. When the grass is frosted, it becomes fragile, and any pressure, whether from walking, biking, or driving golf carts, can cause lasting damage. The effects of frost damage may not be immediately visible but typically appear within 48-72 hours, turning the grass brown as it dies.
To help protect the course, please avoid grassy areas when frost is present. If you’re unsure whether Read More
Save The Date: Los Alamos County Fair And Rodeo 2026
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Recreation Division is happy to announce the dates for the 2026 Fair and Rodeo, happening the 2nd weekend of August—Aug. 7-9!
This beloved community event promises fun for all ages with traditions such as the rodeo, exhibits, and live entertainment. A highlight of the weekend is the Parade on Saturday, Aug. 8.
Volunteers help keep the parade safe and running smoothly, so if you’re interested in lending a hand, please keep an eye out for volunteer opportunities in 2026, as the event approaches.
For more details, please contact the Los Alamos County Recreation Division Read More
Agenda For Library Board Meeting Oct. 6
Council Approves Considering Ordinance To Increase GRT By 5/8%, Public Hearing Set For Oct. 28
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
Gross Receipt Tax (GRT) is hard to predict, Los Alamos County Administrative Services Director Helen Perraglio explained to County Council Tuesday night.
For instance, during the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 budget discussion, the GRT was projected to dip 10 percent. This turned out not to be the case; the decrease was more, Perraglio said.
“What happened … when we adopted our budget in (FY) 26, we thought we were going to have a 10 percent decrease over what we had budgeted in (FY) 25,” she said. “It turned out to be a 14 percent reduction Read More
LAFD Deploys Burnbot Technology For Wildfire Mitigation
LAFD News:
The Los Alamos County Fire Department (LAFD) has announced a new contracted wildfire-mitigation project that marks the first use of Burnbot technology in New Mexico.
LAFD has contracted directly with Burnbot, an industry leader in advanced fuel-management technology, and is working in partnership with the Santa Fe County Fire Department’s Black Canyon Crew to bring this innovative approach to local wildfire risk reduction.
Burnbot’s cutting-edge system combines technological innovation with proven forestry practices to reduce hazardous fuels across targeted areas Read More
County Starts Installation Of New EV Charging Infrastructure
COUNTY News:
The County Sustainability Office, in partnership with Public Works, is excited to announce the start of the community’s electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure expansion project. The first step will see the installation of 12 new EV charging stations, powered by six state-of-the-art Level 2 dual-port networked chargers, at the Municipal Building parking lot, located at 1000 Central Ave., Los Alamos.
Scheduled to begin Oct. 13, 2025, and conclude by Dec. 31, 2025, the project will help accelerate the County’s commitment to reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions Read More
Bandelier Shuttle Service Suspended Until Further Notice
COUNTY News:
Atomic City Transit (ACT) shuttle service at Bandelier National Monument is suspend beginning Oct. 1, 2025, until further notice.
For specific route service schedules, please visit the ACT website, call the office at 505.661.RIDE (7433), or use the ACTracker to locate your bus route in real-time. Riders are also encouraged to use the new ACT MyRide app for on-demand service Monday-Friday, and Saturdays through Oct. 25, 2025. Read More
Career Fair 3 p.m. Oct. 2 At Historic Fuller Lodge
CHAMBER News:
The Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce is announcing that the Career Fair will take place once again 3-6 p.m., Wednesday at historic Fuller Lodge.
All skill levels are sought for multiple positions.
Employers planning to be on site to recruit:
- University of New Mexico – Los Alamos
- United Energy Workers Healthcare
- Truly Nolan of America, Inc.
- The Family YMCA
- TechSource Inc
- SMSI
- Pueblo of Pojoaque Corporations
- Medical Associates of Northern New Mexico
- Los Alamos Public Schools
- Los Alamos Medical Center
- Los Alamos Medical Care Clinic, Ltd.
- Los Alamos Fire Department
- Los Alamos
County Hosts Community Q&A Session For Metropolitan Redevelopment Areas Oct. 8
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County will host a question-and-answer session from 5:30–7 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 8, in Council Chambers, 1000 Central Ave., to discuss Metropolitan Redevelopment Areas (MRAs) in Los Alamos and White Rock. A hybrid option will be available for remote participation via Zoom.
Staff from the Community Development Department will provide an overview of MRAs, explain how they are designated, and answer questions about opportunities for property owners and the broader community. MRAs are districts where public and private investment can be focused to revitalize underutilized Read More
Share Your Thoughts On Public Art In Los Alamos County
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos Art in Public Places Board (APPB) wants to hear from you! A new Community Art Questionnaire is now open, and your input will help shape the future of public art in Los Alamos County.
This 3-part online questionnaire doesn’t take too long and is open to everyone. Topics include your thoughts on public art, specific artworks, and how familiar you are with the current collection.
Take the survey here: https://polco.us/n/res/vote/los-alamos-county-nm/public-art-in-los-alamos-county Or click on the “Go to Content” button below.
Deadline: Read More
County Survey Will Gauge Gas Safety Awareness
COUNTY News:
An upcoming survey will measure safety awareness of natural gas among Los Alamos County community members. It will also give insight into the effectiveness of natural gas safety outreach efforts of the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU).
Called the GOAL survey, short for Gas Overall Awareness Level, it is a product of the American Public Gas Association and will be conducted starting on Wednesday, Oct. 1. Natural gas customers and non-customers will be polled to determine their gas safety knowledge.
Participants’ answers will be benchmarked and results will be Read More
Switch Replacement Requires Outage On North Mesa Oct. 7
COUNTY News:
Many North Mesa residents will be without electricity during the business day on Tuesday, Oct. 7, as Electric Distribution Division crews from the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU) conduct necessary work on the electrical system.
Properties from the Broadview neighborhood east to the end of the mesa are all within the area that will be without electricity for the day.
DPU’s linemen will replace a failed electrical switch on San Ildefonso east of Broadview. Two other aging switches along San Ildefonso will be upgraded to safer, new configurations. Those switches Read More
Lodger’s Tax Advisory Board’s Kevin Holsapple Expresses Concerns To County Council Ahead Of Tonight’s Consideration Of Multi-Year Tourism Marketing Agreement
By KEVIN HOLSAPPLE
Member
Lodger Tax Advisory Board
Dear Councilors,
Here are comments and questions that I request that you address concerning agenda item AGR1163-25 on tonight’s agenda (multi-year tourism marketing agreement).
- As an LTAB member, I have had very limited exposure or opportunity to provide input into the agreement or selection of the contractor. This is contrary to my understanding of the advisory purpose of the LTAB as detailed in our work plan. If Lodger Tax funds are used to fund any part of the contract, please be aware that the LTAB has not reviewed the agreement nor had any
On The Job In Los Alamos: Workers Prepare To Repair And Replace Loose Tile On Muni Building
On the job in Los Alamos, workers set up scaffolding on the exterior of the Municipal Building Monday in preparation for repairing or replacing loose tile. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
Conner Tiffani Tharp Statement Of Candidacy For UNM-LA Advisory Board
By CONNER TIFFANI THARP
Los Alamos
My name is Conner Tiffani Tharp and I am announcing my candidacy for the University of New Mexico–Los Alamos Advisory Board. Earlier this year, I was appointed to fill a vacancy on the board, and I am honored to now seek election to continue serving our community. Serving on this board is important to me because UNM-LA plays a vital role in providing accessible education and career pathways in northern New Mexico. I want to continue to ensure that students of all ages, especially our non-traditional students, have the support and resources they need to succeed. Read More
Los Alamos County Inclusivity Task Force Meets Oct. 1
State Police Checkpoints And Saturation Patrols In Counties Across New Mexico In October 2025
State Police will conduct sobriety checkpoints, saturation patrols, and registration, insurance, and driver’s license checkpoints in all New Mexico counties during October 2025. Courtesy/NMSP
NMSP News:
New Mexico State Police (NMSP) will be conducting sobriety checkpoints, saturation patrols, and registration, insurance, and driver’s license checkpoints in all New Mexico counties during October 2025.
We are bringing awareness to these events to reduce impaired driving-related fatalities through continued media attention and intensive advertising.
These checkpoints Read More
Malia Goddard Named ACT Staff Member Of The Month
Malia Goddard
COUNTY News:
ACT Staff Member Of The Month: Malia Goddard
Malia Goddard has been named the Atomic City Transit (ACT) Staff Member Of The Month for August.
Goddard joined Atomic City Transit in January 2025 and drives regular service routes, including the Bandelier Shuttle.
She is known for providing excellent customer service, supporting her co-workers and supervisor with a variety of tasks, and being a dependable team player.
Los Alamos County is grateful to have her on board. Read More