County: Urban Trail Phase I & II Multi-Use Trail Project Construction Activities Week Of Jan. 22, 2024
Week of Jan. 22 Work 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. 22.
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 – In this area there will be occasional brief flagger operations
SFCHA To Offer Residents Assistance On Jan. 24 With Los Alamos County Housing Choice Voucher Program
COUNTY News:
Christine Archuleta from the Santa Fe Civic Housing Authority (SFCHA) Española office will be in Los Alamos Wednesday, Jan. 24, to offer Los Alamos residents assistance with the Los Alamos County Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program (also known as Section 8).
Archuleta will accept walk-ins, 10 a.m. to noon Jan. 24, at the Los Alamos County Social Services office at 1183 Diamond Drive, Suite E. She advises that there may be extended wait times as she will meet with individuals on a first-come, first-served basis.
In the afternoon, she will meet with individuals who have scheduled Read More
Scenes From LAFD’s 2024 Fire Recruit Academy Class #32
Los Alamos Fire Chief Troy Hughes addresses the members of the Fire Recruit Academy Class #32 this morning during their graduation ceremony at Crossroads Bible Church. Chief Hughes highlighted their achievements and emphasized their dedication to serving and safeguarding the Los Alamos County community. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Family, friends and community members gather this morning for the graduation ceremony of the Los Alamos Fire Recruit Academy Class #32 at Crossroads Bible Church. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Sarah Hinze pins the firefighter badge on Read More
County Highlights Asphalt & Concrete Recycling Program
Processed product for use. Courtesy/LAC
Concrete-Asphalt Debris to be processed. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Environmental Services Division, in partnership with contractor GM Emulsion, is excited to share information about the asphalt and concrete recycling program aimed at improving sustainable construction practices and environmental conservation. The initiative focuses on the collection, recycling, and resale of concrete and asphalt right here in Los Alamos at the Eco Station.
About the Program:
Environmental Conservation – The program is designed Read More
County: Get To Know The Mountain Lion…
Historically the mountain lion has occupied all parts of Los Alamos County. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Mountain lions are usually tawny to light cinnamon in color with black-tipped ears and tail.
Adult cats can weigh 80 to 150 pounds and measure eight feet long, with the tail included.
Most active from dusk to dawn, lions eat deer; however, they also kill elk, porcupines, small mammals, livestock and other domestic animals.
Historically the mountain lion has occupied all parts of Los Alamos County.
When encountering a mountain lion, follow these quick tips:
- Stay calm;
- Do not approach;
- Do not
Steve Lynne Delivers County Review At Chamber Breakfast
Scene from Thursday morning’s Chamber Business Breakfast featuring Los Alamos County Manager Steven Lynne presenting the Annual County Review at SALA Event Center. The event was catered by Wolf & Mermaid Enchanted Café. Their burritos were a big hit! Courtesy/Chamber
Los Alamos County Manager Steven Lynne presenting the Annual County Review Thursday morning at SALA Event Center. Courtesy/Chamber Read More
Community Development Department Zoom Meeting Jan. 23
COUNTY News:
The Community Development Department is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting at 12 p.m., Tuesday, Jan 23, 2024. Topic: LTAB Meeting.
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85072848071
Meeting ID: 850 7284 8071
Click here for the meeting agenda. Read More
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
COUNTY News:
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.
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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
COUNTY News:
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
COUNTY News:
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
