Cone Zone: Week Of July 8, 2024
COUNTY News:
Public Works Projects:
Los Alamos County Public Works Department staff manages the projects listed in this section through contractors.
For more information, email lacpw@lacnm.us, call 505.662.8150, or visit the “County Projects” link and select “Public Works” at https://lacnm.com/pw-projects.
Please slow down and use caution within the construction work zones. Please note the information below is based on a schedule provided by the contractors and may change due to weather or other delays.
DP Road Phase II Reconstruction Project Update
Courtesy/LAC
TLC Plumbing & Read More
County: Draft Climate Action Plan Goes To Council July 9
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County’s consultant, Cascadia Consulting Group, will present a draft Climate Action Plan (CAP) to the County Council at the upcoming council meeting at 6 p.m. Tuesday, July 9 in the Council Chambers.
Interested individuals are encouraged to attend this meeting in person at 1000 Central Ave., Council Chambers or via Zoom.
Following the presentation, the draft plan will be made available for public review and comment at https://losalamoscap.konveio.com from July 9 through 11:59 p.m. Aug. 9.
The County invites all residents to read the draft plan and provide feedback. Read More
LWV Lunch With A Leader Features Abby Howard July 18
Abbey Hayward
LWV News:
The League of Women Voters (LWV) next community event, Lunch with a Leader, is noon to 1 p.m. Thursday, July 18 at the Fellowship Hall of the Unitarian Church on Sage.
The meeting is open to the public.
Department of Public Utilities, Water and Energy Conservation Coordinator Abbey Hayward is the guest speaker. Hayward develops education and outreach programming focused on reducing customer consumption and utility resource waste through behavioral and technological adaptations.
Hayward graduated from Bowling Green State University with a dual degree in Environmental Read More
Wildfire Preparedness Is Year-Round: Celebrate With One Less Spark
Forest Service Guild News:
SANTA FE — In New Mexico, July usually marks the beginning of monsoon season, and with monsoons comes lightning, but not always rain.
As Fourth of July approaches, remember fireworks are always illegal on federal lands in New Mexico no matter what day of the year.
Let’s work together to prevent unwanted human-caused fires for the month of July! This month’s Wildfire Preparedness Is Year-Round” Message is “Celebrate with One Less Spark!”
Leaving fireworks to the professionals reduces the risk of injury, unintentional wildfire starts, roof damage, and litter.
Consider Read More
Los Alamos County Precinct Randomly Selected Among Others For 2024 Post Election Voting System Recheck
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County (LAC) Clerk’s Office will conduct a Post-Election Voting System Check for the 2024 Primary Election at 9 a.m. Tuesday, July 9, 2024 in the County Clerk Warehouse, 1000 Central Ave. (Located on the west side of the Municipal Building next to the loading dock).
All organizations, representatives, candidates, media and members of the public are welcome to attend.
In accordance with NMSA 1978. 1-14-13.2, various precincts within counties throughout the State of New Mexico were selected for the purpose of having the County Clerks manually recount the votes Read More
Prohibited & Permissible Fireworks In Los Alamos County
COUNTY News:
As July 4th approaches, thoughts turn to outdoor events and of course fireworks. Make sure your Independence Day activities do not turn tragic by following some simple rules and guidelines.
The Los Alamos Fire Department’s (LAFD) Fire Marshal wants to share a list of prohibited and permissible fireworks which is in accordance with New Mexico State Statue, which is the Fireworks Licensing and Safety Act 60-2C7 which describes permissible and non-permissible fireworks.
Remember “legal” does not mean that fireworks are safe; remember these are explosives and should be used Read More
Who Can Solve A Time Machine Conundrum?
COUNTY News:
To celebrate the launch of Los Alamos County’s two electric vehicle (EV) DC fast chargers, the Department of Public Utilities (DPU) is holding a ribbon cutting and a calculation contest called DPU’s DC Fast Charger Challenge.
Anyone interested in the contest is invited to put on their pop culture thinking caps, grab some popcorn, and see if they can recall Back to the Future’s DeLorean time machine. If Doc Brown and Marty McFly were to charge this automotive marvel using the EV DC fast charger in the Los Alamos County Municipal Building parking lot, how long would it take to charge up Read More
Public Weighs In On MRA Plan For Downtown Los Alamos
A scene from the public meeting on the MRA plan for the eastern portion of downtown Los Alamos. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
It was explained during a public meeting Thursday that a Metropolitan Redevelopment Area plan (MRA) is one tool in a toolbox to build vitality into an area.
But what is this tool and how does it work? Amy Bell from Groundworks Studio, the consultant assisting with developing a MRA plan for the eastern portion of downtown Los Alamos, discussed the MRA during the meeting, which was held at Fuller Lodge. Read More
Los Alamos Natural Gas Rate Hike Heads To County Council
COUNTY News:
With approval from the Los Alamos Board of Public Utilities (BPU), a potential natural gas rate increase in now headed to the Los Alamos County Council. The introduction of the ordinance is scheduled for the Tuesday, July 9 meeting, and a public hearing will be held at the Tuesday, July 30 Council meeting.
Utility rate changes must be adopted by the County Council before they can be put into place. If approved, this one will become effective Oct. 1, 2024. While Council approved rate increases for the natural gas system last year that would go into effect in the fall of 2024 and 2025, an Read More
East Downtown Los Alamos MRA Survey Open Until July 11
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County is seeking community input through an online survey available until July 11, 2024, to help shape the East Downtown Los Alamos Metropolitan Redevelopment Area (MRA) Plan.
Residents can also watch the recording of the town hall meeting held on June 27, 2024, at Fuller Lodge to learn more about the project and its next steps at lacnm.com/EDLAMRATownHall.
The MRA Plan aims to address issues such as vacant properties, low commercial activity, and deteriorating infrastructure. It will identify community-supported projects, programs, and policies to revitalize Read More
Los Alamos County To Host 4th Of July Spectacular
Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
The 4th of July is this Thursday and Los Alamos County is ready for the event! The 4th of July Spectacular will be held 4-10 p.m. at Overlook Park in White Rock.
The day of entertainment begins at 4 p.m. with the Los Alamos Community Winds, who have been a staple of the 4th of July and feature many of the area’s best classically trained musicians. Then, the afternoon gets going with music from DJ Optamystic.
Headliner Prince Again will take the stage at 7:20 p.m. to bring the house down and get the event attendees dancing and singing to their favorite songs in the huge open space Read More
Los Alamos County Health: Reaching Out To The Community
By LORI PADILLA
Chair
Los Alamos County Health Council
Health Connection:
Back in April, Los Alamos Daily Post reporter Kirsten Laskey wrote a very detailed piece on the presentation Social Services Manager Jessica Strong gave on preliminary results and short-term recommendations identified in the interim Los Alamos County Comprehensive Health Plan. (https://ladptest2.ortizaudio.net/los-alamos-county-comprehensive-health-plan-update-identifies-challenges-and-offers-short-term-solutions/).
The actual presentation can be found at the following link under the Read More
Wernicke: Parks & Recreation Board Update For June 2024
The bottom of Ranch School Trail after an early June rainstorm. Courtesy photo
By James Wernicke
Chair
Los Alamos Parks and Recreation Board
Here are the June Parks and Recreation Board (PRB) meeting highlights:
Public Comment on Aquatic Center Maintenance
We first heard public concerns that conducting aquatic center maintenance from September to April could negatively impact swim teams and other users. While contractor availability will play a role in scheduling, the PRB is committed to working with the Community Services Department (CSD) to minimize disruptions. Public comments Read More
Cone Zone: Week Of July 1, 2024
COUNTY News:
Public Works Projects:
Los Alamos County Public Works’ staff manages the projects listed in this section through contractors.
For more information, please email lacpw@lacnm.us, call 505.662.8150, or visit the “County Projects” link and select “Public Works” at https://lacnm.com/pw-projects.
Please slow down and use caution within the construction work zones. Please note the information below is based on a schedule provided by the contractors and may change due to weather or other delays.
DP Road Phase II Reconstruction Project Update
Courtesy/Los Alamos County
TLC Read More
Los Alamos County Code Compliance Reminds Residents Of Reporting Process
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Code Compliance reminds residents of their reporting process with the summer season and upcoming Fourth of July celebrations. The Code Compliance team enforces the Building Code (Chapter 10), Development Code (Chapter 16), and Nuisance Code (Chapter 18), except where designated to the County Engineer or another official.
From Jan. 1 to June 27, 2024, Code Compliance staff addressed 71 complaint-based cases, including 47 anonymous complaints.
“Each case in the County receives our full attention,” County Management Analyst Adrienne Lovato said. “We want Read More
Powell: Let’s Honor Our Ranch School History
By IRENE POWELL
Concerned Citizens for the Segler Painting
Los Alamos
Several concerned community members attended the Art in Public Places Advisory Board (APPAB) meeting Thursday night to support the County’s acquisition of The Boys of the Pajarito Plateau, a painting by renowned artist Jeff Segler depicting three young men on horseback during the Los Alamos Ranch School (LARSO) era.
Mr. Segler, formerly of Los Alamos, was also in attendance. Six of us spoke during public comment urging the APPAB to vote to advise the County Council to purchase the painting.
After a great deal of discussion, Read More
NNSA Announces Partnership With Los Alamos County To Power DOE Laboratories In New Mexico With Carbon-Free Solar Energy
NNSA Administrator Jill Hruby
NNSA News:
A partnership with Los Alamos County will provide the Department of Energy’s two national laboratories in New Mexico with electricity produced from the County’s new Foxtail Flats solar and energy storage project, which is proposed to be operational by March 1, 2026.
This action, which represents the largest ever carbon-pollution-free electricity (CFE) procurement for DOE’s National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), will advance the Biden-Harris Administration’s federal sustainability goals, catalyze America’s clean energy Read More
Jury Duty Scam Calls Target Los Alamos Residents
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Customer Care Center (CCC) staff learned of scam text messages and phone calls that have been going out today. The sender/caller phone number ID on the messages is that of the CCC—(505) 662-8333—however the calls are not originating from that phone number.
CCC staff urges anyone receiving calls or texts from (505) 662-8333 to be aware of the following information.
The Los Alamos County Municipal Court has confirmed that they are not calling/texting jurors who didn’t show up for jury duty.
The texts state, “This is Sgt. Troy Hughes Los Alamos County Sheriff’s Office!” Read More
Los Alamos County Public Library System To Host Family Fun Night With Clan Tynker At Ashley Pond Park Tonight!
Clan Tynker to perform tonight at Ashley Pond Park. Courtesy/LAC
Clan Tynker to perform tonight at Ashley Pond Park. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Public Library System will host a Family Fun Night at Ashley Pond Park tonight, July 1, featuring Clan Tynker.
The Hill Stompers will open the evening with their enthusiastic musical performance at 5 p.m. and the circus-style show of Clan Tynker will begin at 6 p.m.
Clan Tynker is a troupe of brothers and sisters who perform a stunning array of talents in a fanciful “Vaudeville” style of Circus. Their all-ages show presents an amazing Read More
Free West Coast Swing Dancing And Lessons At Betty Ehart Senior Center Starting Monday July 1
COMMUNITY News:
Every Monday (except County holidays) from 7-9 p.m. everyone is welcome to free ballroom dancing and lessons at the Betty Ehart Senior Center Center. It is a Los Alamos County Activity organized by Terry Goodwin and Selmo Jaramillo. Every month they focus on a particular ballroom dance, and in July the focus is West Coast Swing.
West Coast Swing is a social dance in which partners learn some basic moves, practice connecting with each other, and then are able to improvise with each other to make a unique dance. This style goes well
with a variety of music, including country, Read More
