Los Alamos County’s Trail System Heads Downtown
Scene of work underway on the Urban Trail Wednesday at Fuller Lodge Lawn. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
Workers lay cement for the Urban Trail Wednesday along Fuller Lodge lawn. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
Los Alamos County is expanding its trail system only this time the County is taking its trails downtown.
The work is already visible; walk past Fuller Lodge lawn and the zig and zag of construction tape, troughs of earth and parked building equipment is clearly visible.
This work-in-progress is all Read More
Sancre Productions And Los Alamos County Community Services Department Announce 2023 Record-Setting Attendance & New Format For Summer Concert Series
Sancre Productions News:
In these cold wintery times, some great news about the Los Alamos Summer Concert Series is here to cheer us all up!
In 2023, after several years of concert attendance growth and huge regional economic impacts under Sancre Productions’ corporate sponsorship model, Los Alamos County brought on board some incredible data tracking tools to find out just how many attendees the 2023 concerts drew.
“We are proud to announce that 88,500 concert-goers came to enjoy Los Alamos and Ashley Pond for the 15 summer concerts in 2023 each Friday evening, with Billy Bob Thornton and the Read More
Right Lane Turn Closure Thursday At N.M. 4/East Jemez
COUNTY News:
The free right-hand turn lane from East Jemez Road to N.M. 4 will be CLOSED Thursday, Jan. 18 so that crews can directionally bore a space for conduit to be installed at the median in the southeast corner of N.M. 4. It is anticipated this closure will only be needed for one day.
Eastbound traffic on East Jemez Road will be able to turn right to access southbound N.M. 4 at the traffic signal at the intersection of East Jemez Road and N.M. 4.
Traffic headed in this direction Jan. 18, 2024 should expect delays.
NOTE: Construction continues on the final phase of improvements to the N.M. 4/East Read More
County: Annual Golf Passes Half Price For 2024 Season
Due to upcoming construction for the 2024 season, the Los Alamos County Golf Course will be offering its annual passes at a discounted rate.
Beginning Jan. 16, golf course pass sales will be open and available for customers to purchase at the Golf Shop, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Pass sales will not be available online or through phone transactions.
For upcoming construction information, or pass information, visit the Golf Course webpage, or contact Mike Lippiatt at 505.662.8139. Read More
Los Alamos Police Dept. Debuts New Patrol Units
Los Alamos Police Department debuts new vehicle design for marked patrol units. Courtesy/LAPD
LAPD News:
The Los Alamos Police Department (LAPD) is debuting a new vehicle design for marked patrol units, including a different color scheme.
Residents will start to see black police units patrol the streets of Los Alamos. These colors were purchased to be financially responsible.
“Our department wanted white police units to match our current fleet, however, the cost for black units was cheaper by thousands of dollars. We owe it to the community to be financially responsible; ensuring the new Read More
Urban Trail Phase I & II Multi-use Trail Project Update Jan. 16
Work Zone Area 1. 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 Jan. 16.
Weather permitting, starting today, Jan. 16, areas impacted include:
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County Board Of Public Utilities To Meet Wednesday
COUNTY News:
The Board of Public Utilities will hold a regular meeting at 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 17 in Council Chambers.
Members of the public may view proceedings online or attend and provide public comment in person or via Zoom.
The agenda is attached and the complete packet is available online here. Read More
County Lodgers’ Tax Advisory Board To Meet Tuesday
Canceled: Tuesday’s County Personnel Board Meeting
The Los Alamos County Personnel Board meeting scheduled for Tuesday, Jan. 16 has been canceled due to lack of quorum. Read More
Los Alamos Golf Course Ready For Cross-Country Skiing
During the last week, Los Alamos Golf Course personnel have been grooming and preparing the golf course for cross-country skiing.
Skiers have been utilizing the course all week and will be able to continue to do so throughout the upcoming weekend.
For updated information, visit the Golf Course webpage or contact Mike Lippiatt at 505.662.8139. Read More
Environmental Sustainability Board To Meet Jan. 18
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Environmental Sustainability Board (ESB) is scheduled to meet at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 18 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.
Plows On The Job Clearing Snow From Local Roadways
Plows are on the job today clearing snow from the roadways around Los Alamos and White Rock. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com Read More
Council Moves To Make Los Alamos Part Of Bee City USA
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
A group of passionate community members’ efforts paid off to make Los Alamos a Bee City USA affiliate; County Council unanimously approved 6-0 to adopt a resolution to support the Bee City certification during its regular meeting Tuesday night. Councilor Keith Lepsch was absent.
Deputy County Manager Linda Matteson explained the resolution is one step in becoming an affiliate. The next step will be to apply to Bee City USA to finalize the County’s membership. Other steps, she said, include forming a committee, installing a Read More
Canceled: Lane Closure On N.M. 4/East Jemez Road
The right-turn lane closure on N.M. 4/East Jemez Road scheduled for today, Jan. 11, is canceled due to equipment issues.
Direct questions to Patti Watson at 505.245.3134 (direct office); 505.269.9691 cell; 1.800.687.3417 (toll-free) or email her at pattiw@cwastrategic.com.
Check back for updates on when this closure will be rescheduled at ladailypost.com. Read More
County Environmental Services Closed Jan. 15 For MLK Day
Los Alamos County Environmental Services will be closed Monday, Jan. 15, 2024, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
This includes operations at the Eco Station and the Overlook Convenience Center. Residential and commercial trash and recycling collection service will also be suspended.
If Monday is your normal trash and recycle collection day, please place your roll carts out by 8 a.m. Wednesday, Jan 17 for pick-up.
Visit the Environmental Services website for the full 2024 Holiday and roll cart collection schedule, as well as the 2024 Household Hazardous Waste Collection Read More
Update: Right-Turn Lane On East Jemez To Close Jan. 11
The free right-hand turn lane from East Jemez Road to N.M. 4 will be closed Thursday, Jan. 11 so that crews can directionally bore a space for conduit to be installed at the median in the southeast corner of N.M. 4.
It is anticipated this closure will only be needed for one day.
Eastbound traffic on East Jemez Road will be able to turn right to access southbound N.M. 4 at the traffic signal at the intersection of East Jemez Road and N.M. 4.
Traffic headed in this direction Jan. 11, 2024 should expect delays.
Note: Construction is continuing on the final phase of improvements to the N.M. 4/East Read More
Reminder: County Seeks Applicants For Probate Judge
Los Alamos County officials wish to remind citizens that it is not too late to express interest in filling the position of Probate Judge, to be vacated Feb. 2 when the Honorable Michael Redondo resigns.
In this important post, this individual oversees proceedings and renders decisions regarding cases presented in the Probate Court System.
Interested Los Alamos residents at least 18 years of age are encouraged to email a letter of interest to the County Manager at lacmanager@lacnm.us. Letters should be one to two pages long, detailing the reasons for applying. All letters must Read More
Nuisance Code Implementation Review Task Force: Jan. 12
Discover Hidden Talent Among County Employees Jan. 11
STEP UP GALLERY News:
Step Up Gallery at Mesa Public Library, 2400 Central Ave., announces the first ever Los Alamos County Employee Art Showcase, an exhibit of art and photography, opening at 10 a.m. Thursday.
Members of the community are invited to attend the Opening Reception 5-6:30 p.m. Thursday in the third-floor rotunda outside the Gallery. Light refreshments will be served. This showcase is open through Feb. 1.
Visit Step Up Gallery to discover carved and painted retablos, a carved wooden bowl and wooden bench by LAFD Capt. Raul Manzanares; painted and decorated Yak Skulls by Transit Read More
Weather Alert: Extreme Cold Temperatures Forecast Tonight
The temperatures in Los Alamos County tonight are forecast to drop into the single digits.
The County is encouraging residents during extreme cold weather conditions to follow safety tips to keep loved ones, pets and homes safe.
Safety Tips:
- Bring PETS INSIDE: keep outdoor cats inside, walk dogs on a leash and dry their fur and paws when bringing them inside, move livestock to sheltered areas with non-frozen drinking water.
- If you will be out of town during cold weather, LEAVE THE HEAT ON in your home—no lower than 55 degrees—to help prevent pipes from bursting.
- Playing in the snow?