Council Proclaims National Clean Up Day In Los Alamos
Los Alamos County Councilor Melenee Hand presents a National Clean Up Day in Los Alamos Proclamation to Environmental Services Management Analyst Joshua Levings during the Council meeting this evening at the Municipal Building. Courtesy/LAC Read More
Los Alamos County Health Council Announces Launch Of Health Care Quality And Accessibility Survey
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Health Council announces the launch of a comprehensive Health Care Quality and Accessibility Survey, aimed at gathering information and input regarding the health and well-being of the community.
Invitations to take the survey will be mailed to all Los Alamos County residents the week of Sept. 18, 2024. The survey is an integral part of the County’s efforts to evaluate and enhance local health services and inform the development of effective health programs, policies, and the Los Alamos County Comprehensive Health Plan.
Why Your Participation Matters Read More
Los Alamos County CDD Notifies Public That All Users Of Citizen Self Service Portal Must Create New Accounts
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COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Community Development Department (CDD) is notifying the public that all users of the Citizen Self Service Portal, which includes planning, business licenses, land use and building permitting, will need to create new accounts, even if they previously had one.
This update is part of ongoing improvements to enhance the user experience within the system.
What You Need to Do:
- Visit the Portal: Go to lacnm.com/cssportal.
- Create a New Account: Click the “Create an Account” button and follow the on-screen instructions.
- Verify Your Information:
Republican Party Of Los Alamos Shares September Events
By LISA SHIN
Chair
Republican Party of Los Alamos
Dear Friends:
Sharon Clahchischilliage, candidate for U.S. Congress, CD 3, will be our special guest and speaker for our Constitution Day Luncheon on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024. Our fundraising event will be held at noon at SALA Event Center, 2551 Central Ave.
Doors will open at 11:30 a.m. for a mingle and silent auction. We will be in the newly renovated space, “The Hill” and food will be catered by Senor Tortas. Online registration is available at this link. Tickets are $60/person and will be available at the door.
All registered Republicans are Read More
Los Alamos County Parks Division Thanks Volunteers For Guaje Pines Cemetery Cleanup Work
Latter-Day Saints of Los Alamos volunteers spent Saturday clearing more than 14 bags of pine needles, pulled weeds, removed trash, cleaned plant beds and cleared two sections of cemetery headstones at Guaje Pine Cemetery. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Parks Division would like to recognize and say thank you to the Latter-Day Saints of Los Alamos volunteers who spent their day Saturday, Sept. 7 at Guaje Pine Cemetery.
The team cleared more than 14 bags of pine needles, pulled weeds, removed trash, cleaned plant beds, and cleared two sections of the cemetery headstones.
“This Read More
Diamond Drive Crack Sealing Rescheduled To Start Tonight
COUNTY News:
Due to recent weather impacts, the Diamond Drive Pavement Preservation project has been rescheduled to commence tonight.
The Los Alamos County Traffic & Streets Division, in collaboration with Dismuke Contractors, will undertake crack sealing on Diamond Drive from the hospital to the North Mesa Roundabout.
In an effort to minimize disruption for the traveling public, this work is being planned at night. Operations are scheduled 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. starting this evening.
Work will begin at the hospital and proceed north and east. Work is being planned for several nights this Read More
Water Service Restored To Pajarito Acres Neighborhood
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DPU News:
The Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU) has announced that water service is restored as of about 5:20 p.m. today to the Pajarito Acres neighborhood in White Rock.
Water was turned off for several hours while crews repaired a major 10-inch water main break. Read More
Major Water Main Break Impacting Pajarito Acres
DPU News:
The Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU) announces that the Pajarito Acres neighborhood in White Rock will be without water for the next 8 to 10 hours due to a major 10-inch water main break.
Water will remain turned off while repairs are underway. As the operation progresses, DPU will provide an update as to the time water will be restored. Read More
Skolnik: Los Alamos County And Wastewater-Based Disease Surveillance – Major Gaps In Transparency, Ethics, And Technical Expertise
By RICHARD SKOLNIK
White Rock
Los Alamos County has ended its wastewater-based disease surveillance system (WBS) for COVID, RSV, Influenza A, and Influenza B. The purpose of this article is to inform the community about the manner in which I believe Los Alamos County has mis-managed this program and to encourage the community to demand that the County continue WBS and manage it in a transparent, ethical, and technically competent manner.
The Importance of Wastewater-Based Disease Surveillance
Despite significant declines in the number of COVID cases and deaths, COVID in 2023 was still the Read More
Community Encouraged To Take Los Alamos County Pedestrian Master Plan Survey
COUNTY News:
A presentation was delivered to the Los Alamos County Transportation Board and public at the T Board’s Sept. 5, 2024 meeting.
Anyone who didn’t attend the public meeting but would like to provide comment may email them at lacpw@lacnm.us by Sept. 16, 2024.
The community is encouraged to share their feedback through a brief survey. The insights gathered will help the County address the needs of the community effectively.
Please take a moment and scan the QR code below to complete a brief survey:
Early Morning Crash Results In Death Of Los Alamos Man
LAPD News:
The Los Alamos Police Department (LAPD) would like to inform the public of a fatal crash that occurred early this morning near the intersection of N.M. 502 and Camino Entranda.
This morning, Sept. 6, 2024, at about 5:16 a.m., LAPD responded to a 911 call reporting a two-vehicle accident on N.M. 502 near the intersection of Camino Entrada. Officers arrived on scene a few minutes after the call was received. The Los Alamos Fire Department (LAFD) was also notified and on scene within minutes of notification and began treating three patients involved in the crash.
Two patients were taken Read More
LAPD Has Cleared Crash And Re-opened Main Hill Road
LAPD News:
The Los Alamos Police Department (LAPD) has cleared the scene of the head on crash that occurred early this morning on the Main Hill Road (N.M. 502).
The Main Hill Road is now open to traffic. Read More
Traffic Alert UPDATE: Main Hill Road Closed Due To Head On Crash
Update: Main Hill Road (N.M. 502) is expected to remain closed for several more hours.
LAPD News:
LAPD is investigating and processing the scene. The head on collesion involves two vehicles.
Access to businesses in the area of Camino Entrada and Eastgate Drive are limited.
Commuters are being directed to the Truck Route for access to LANL and the townsite. Read More
Traffic Alert: Main Hill Road Closed Due To Head On Crash
LAPD News:
The Main Hill Road (N.M. 502) is closed due to a vehicle accident near Camino Entrada. Police Officers are on scene.
The accident involves a head on collision. The Main Hill Road will be closed for an unknown length of time due to the accident.
All lanes are closed before East Park.
The Los Alamos Police Department (LAPD) advises motorists to expect delays, avoid the area and use the Truck Route.
Check back for updates. Read More
County Update On Bathtub Row Reconstruction Project
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Public Works Department, in partnership with Department of Public Utilities and under contract with TLC Plumbing & Utility, continues to work on the Bathtub Row Reconstruction Project.
The project limits are Bathtub Row from Central Avenue to Peach Street, Peach/Nectar Street to 15th Street and utility improvements along 15th Street.
The project is divided into two phases with Phase 1 to be completed prior to winter. Phase 2 will start after a winter suspension, with a project substantial completion date of August 2025.
Current Work Status: Phase 1 has Read More
Los Alamos County Continues Efforts To Consolidate Trail And Open Space Management Plans
A scene from the interactive public meeting held Aug. 29 at Fuller Lodge. The public weighed in on the effort to consolidate the various open space and trail management plans. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
When asked what is a favorite pastime in Los Alamos or the best thing is about living on the Hill, one of the most often heard answer is the great outdoors.
There is a lot of it to enjoy; according to the 2015 Open Space Management Plan, there is 4,000 acres of open space, not to mention all the trails.
The 2022 Trail Management Read More
New Deputy Manager Shares Desire To Serve Community
John Craig began working as Los Alamos County’s second Deputy Manager in April. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
When John Craig started in April as a Deputy County Manager for Los Alamos County, he brought experience that not only spans from the East Coast to the West Coast, but all over the world.
Despite all the different locations he has worked in, Craig’s desire has remained unchanged: to be a public servant.
When he earned his master’s in public administration in New York City, Craig said he started looking for work Read More
LAPD Warns Of Scam Targeting Los Alamos Residents
LAPD News:
The Los Alamos Police Department (LAPD) is warning the public of a recent scam targeting Los Alamos County residents.
LAPD has recently received several reports of scam emails threatening to release personal information or videos unless payment is made to an unknown scammer.
LAPD advises the public to take the following steps when receiving such an email:
- Label the email as spam or fraud;
- Delete the email; and
- Do not send any money, Bitcoin information, or communications to the scammer.
These scams are often designed to create fear and pressure the recipient into acting quickly. Read More
Diamond Drive Crack Sealing Starts Friday Sept. 6
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Traffic & Streets Division, in coordination with Dismuke Contractors, are planning to perform pavement preservation (crack sealing) on Diamond Drive.
To minimize disruption to the travelling public, this work is planned from Friday, Sept. 6 through Wednesday, Sept. 11.
Beginning Friday morning, crews will start at the North Mesa roundabout and work west towards the golf course. On Saturday and Sunday, crews will start at Los Alamos Medical Center and work north and east to the golf course.
This schedule is contingent on weather conditions and rain may Read More
Fresh Food At Farmers Market Thursday At Ashley Pond
