Council Proclaims Friday ‘National Vietnam War Veterans Day In Los Alamos County’
Los Alamos County Councilor Randall Ryti presents a proclamation designating March 29, 2024 as ‘National Vietnam War Veterans Day in Los Alamos County’ to Linda Carol Alt, chapter regent of the Valle Grande Chapter of National Society of Daughters of the American Revolution during Tuesday’s council meeting. Courtesy/LAC
Staff Report:
Los Alamos County Council presented during its meeting Tuesday night a proclamation designating March 29, 2024 as “National Vietnam War Veterans Day in Los Alamos County”.
Councilor Randall Ryti read the proclamation:
WHEREAS, the Vietnam War was officially Read More
Plumbing Issue Closes Betty Ehart Senior Center Today
Officials with the Betty Ehart Senior Center announced an unexpected closure for today, March 27, due to plumbing issues. The decision to close the facility temporarily is a precautionary measure to ensure the safety and well-being of community members and staff.
Senior Center staff will deliver meals as scheduled to those already registered for home deliveries.
Efforts are underway to repair the plumbing issues so that the facility can reopen as soon as possible once it is safe and practical.
“We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause to our members and the community,” Read More
Emergency Road Closure Underway On 37th Street
Map showing section of 37th Street closed to through traffic this morning for an emergency repair to a leaking water line. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Water crews from the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU) closed a section of 37th Street to through traffic this morning for an emergency repair to a leaking water line.
The closure affects the stretch between Villa Street and Urban Street. (For clarity, 37th Street becomes 35th Street just before Urban Street.)
Drivers in the area should expect the closure to last until 4 p.m. today. Read More
Read The Latest Los Alamos Police Blotter
County Art In Public Places Board To Meet March 28
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Art in Public Places Board will meet at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, March 28 in person in Council Chamber in Suite 110 at 1000 Central Avenue, and virtually on Zoom.
This meeting is open to the public.
Find the agenda for this meeting here.
Read The Latest Letters To The Editor
County Planning & Zoning Commission To Meet March 27
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Planning And Zoning Commission is scheduled to meet 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 27.
The complete agenda packet for this meeting is available here.
This meeting is in person and open to the public. However, for convenience, the following Zoom meeting link and/or telephone call-in numbers may be used for public viewing and participation: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81885706651
Or Telephone: US: +1 719 359 4580 or +1 253 205 0468 or +1 253 215 8782 or +1 346 248 7799 or +1 669 444 9171 or +1 669 900 6833
Webinar ID: 818 8570 6651
Agenda:
- CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
- PUBLIC
Community Invited To Climate Action Plan Interactive Workshop
Los Alamos County Sustainability Manager Angelica Gurule, in collaboration with environmental consulting firm Cascadia, is inviting the community to an interactive workshop at 6 p.m. Tuesday, April 2, in Council Chambers, 1000 Central Ave.
Gurule was tasked by the Los Alamos County Council in 2023 with developing a climate action plan to reduce the county’s greenhouse gas emissions and promote sustainability.
The upcoming April 2 workshop will focus on reviewing the findings of the recently completed greenhouse gas inventory report that analyzed the sources and Read More
County Social Services Manager To Present Comprehensive Health Plan Interim Report To Council Tuesday
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Social Services Manager Jessica Strong will present an interim report on the status of the Comprehensive Health Plan at Tuesday’s Council meeting at 6 p.m. in Council Chambers, 1000 Central Ave.
The Los Alamos County Council tasked the Los Alamos County Health Council in 2022 to develop a health plan in accordance with New Mexico legislation that would monitor local health and health care, advise on policies that affect health care, facilitate communication, and identify resources to improve health.
At the March 26 Council meeting, Strong will share the findings Read More
New Mexico County Insurance Authority Elects Officers
SANTA FE – At its first regular Board meeting following the Jan. 16, 2024 General Membership meeting, the New Mexico County Insurance Authority (NMCIA) Board of Directors held elections for officers on Wednesday, March 13, 2024.
Officers will serve until the first regular board meeting in 2025.
By a unanimous vote, the NMCIA Board of Directors re-elected:
- Curry County Manager Lance Pyle as Chair;
- Santa Fe County Manager Gregory S. Shaffer as Vice Chair; and
- Re-elected Sandoval County Commissioner Michael Meek as Representative.
The NMCIA Board representative to the NMC Board Read More
Mike Lippiatt Briefs Kiwanis On Golf Course Construction
Golf Course Manager Mike Lippiatt outlines construction work underway at the golf course. Courtesy/Kiwanis
By BROOKE DAVIS
Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos
At the March 12 meeting of the Kiwanis Club, Los Alamos Golf Course Manager Mike Lippiatt gave a presentation outlining the construction work in progress at the golf course.
The golf course was built and opened in 1947 and, other than an irrigation upgrade, the current renovation project is the “first facelift the course has had in 75 years,” Lippiatt said. The final design for this project was approved by the Los Alamos County Council in 2023. Read More
Right Lane Closure On Diamond At Trinity Begins March 26
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Traffic and Streets will be closing the Northbound right lane at the intersection of Diamond Drive and Trinity Drive near the hospital.
They will be performing maintenance on existing vertical panels. Bicycle and pedestrian traffic will not be interrupted.
The project will begin from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., Tuesday, March 26. Traffic is urged to slow down in the area and watch out for crews and equipment.
For questions regarding this project, please contact Anthony Lucero at 505.695.3671. Read More
Urban Trail Phase I & II Multi-Use Trail Project Construction Activities: Week Of March 25
Courtesy/Los Alamos County
Courtesy/Los Alamos County
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 have construction activities at the following locations downtown and along and off Canyon Road during the week of March 25.
Weather permitting, areas impacted include (see included maps below):
- Work Zone Area 1: Within the Fuller Lodge grounds adjacent to Central Ave. and heading north towards the Romero Cabin – This section of the trail has been opened to pedestrians.
County Reminder To Keep Trash Out Of Recyclables
COUNTY News:
Just a quick but important reminder to help keep Los Alamos clean and green by ensuring trash is placed in the trash bins and recyclables in the recycling bins.
It’s easy to get mixed up sometimes, but every effort counts toward protecting the environment.
The County says thank you for helping make a difference! Read More
NACo On Action To Improve 9-8-8 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
NACo News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The National Association of Counties (NACo) Friday applauded an announcement from bipartisan congressional leaders and Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel regarding steps to improve the 9-8-8 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.
The FCC will issue a notice of proposed rulemaking on georouting for 9-8-8, a priority for NACo and its Commission on Mental Health and Wellbeing.
Since launching in 2022, there have been over seven million calls to 9-8-8, making it an essential tool for counties in supporting the mental health of residents. Read More
County: Gas Line Repair In White Rock On March 26
Map showing gas line area to repaired March 26 in White Rock Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Weather permitting, the repair of a gas line in White Rock is scheduled for Tuesday, March 26. The work will begin at 8:30 a.m. and should last no later than 4 p.m.
A crew with the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU) will be digging up a gas main to fix the gas service line to 37 Grand Canyon Dr., between Canyon Vista Street and Mesa Verde Street.
Officials at DPU would like to remind drivers that when work begins on Tuesday, they should expect to see flagging operations and Grand Canyon traffic reduced to Read More
Video: Councilor Hand Briefing On March 19 Work Session
Los Alamos County Councilor Melanee Hand gives a briefing of the March 19 council work session. Video by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com Read More
2024 Wildfire Day Elks Club Easter Egg Hunt At Ashley Pond March 30!
Ribbon Cutting For Lindsay Brenner Art At Airport
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Community Services invites the public to attend the ribbon cutting ceremony for the Lindsay Brenner artwork at the Los Alamos County Airport. This event is 1-2 p.m. Friday, March 29 at the airport.
In pursuit of enhancing the airport environment, the Art in Public Places (APP) Board launched a Call for Art in November 2021. This initiative sought artworks that not only added aesthetic value but also contributed to sound management within the Los Alamos County Airport.
Following the Call for Art, Lindsay Brenner emerged as the standout artist among Read More
On The Job In Los Alamos: Police Cmdr. Daniel Roberts
On the job in Los Alamos is Police Cmdr. Daniel Roberts standing near the department’s Guiding Principles poster Thursday inside the station at 2500 Trinity Drive. Cmdr. Roberts began his career at LAPD in 2010 and now oversees police operations including four patrol units, the investigations section, social media, the FTO program and recruiting. Photo by Andy McBride/ladailypost.com Read More