COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Councilor Chair Denise Derkacs and members Melanee Hand and Randall Ryti will hold a town hall meeting 6 p.m. Monday, June 26 in Council Chambers to discuss potentially increasing the minimum wage within the county.
This meeting serves as a continuation of a May 23 council meeting, where two inspiring middle school students presented a case for raising the minimum wage from $12 an hour to $15 an hour.
The town hall meeting aims to provide an inclusive platform for community members, business owners, workers and stakeholders to engage in a constructive dialogue about this topic. Interested individuals can join in person in Council Chambers at 1000 Central Ave. or via Zoom at lacnm.com/MinimumWage.
Recognizing the significance of the minimum wage and its effect on quality of life and economic vitality in Los Alamos County, “we look forward to hearing the valuable insights from members of the community,” Councilor Derkacs said. “It is through the collective and collaborative efforts of our community that Council can make informed decisions to positively impact the County.”
For those not able to attend, the meeting will be recorded and made available on the county’s webpage.
For additional information, contact the County Manager’s office at 505.663.1750.
