Council Proclaims May 19-25 National Public Works Week
From left, Public Works Department staff Joe Manny Saiz, Miguel Jimenez, Anthony Strain, Sara Rhoton, Juan Rael and Councilor Melanie Hand show off a proclamation declaring May 19-25 as ‘‘ational Public Works Week’ along with Public Works staff James Barela, Peter Mondragon and Eric Martinez. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Council declared May 19-25 as “National Public Works Week” during its Tuesday night meeting.
Councilor Melanee hand read the proclamation:
WHEREAS, public works professionals focus on infrastructure, facilities, and services that are of vital Read More
County Council Proclaims May ‘Building Safety Month’
Los Alamos County Chief Building Official David Martinez accepts a proclamation from Councilor Melanee Hand during Tuesday’scouncil meeting declaring May ‘Building Safety Month’ . Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Council declared May to be “Building Safety Month” during its regular meeting Tuesday. Councilor Melanee Hand read the proclamation:
WHEREAS, our Los Alamos County is committed to recognizing that our growth and strength depend on the safety and the essential role our homes, buildings, and infrastructure play, both in everyday life and when disasters Read More
Council Proclaims May 19-25 Emergency Medical Services Week
Los Alamos County Council Chair Denise Derkacs presents a proclamation to Acting EMS Chief Manuel Pacheco, which declares May 19-25 ‘Emergency Medical Services Week’. The proclamation was presented during the Tuesday night council meeting. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Council proclaimed May 19-25 as “Emergency Medical Services Week” during its Tuesday night meeting.
Council Chair Denise Derkacs read the proclamation:
WHEREAS, emergency medical services are a vital public service; and
WHEREAS, the members of emergency medical services teams are ready to provide lifesaving Read More
Leadership Los Alamos Completes Session On Environment
Melissa Mackey, left, speaks with Los Alamos County Water and Energy Conservation CoordinatorAbbey Hayward about steps that can be taken to reduce energy usage at home. Photo by Martha Katko
LLA students learn about mulch and recycling at the Eco Station. Photo by Terra Hite
LLA News:
Los Alamos Leadership met for its environmental session Friday April 19, the final session before this year’s cohort of participants graduates. The day’s session began with student speeches on various topics from appreciating modern art to influential bosses. This was followed by several informative presentations Read More
Piñon Park Splash Pad Opens For Summer Season May 24
Scene from Piñon Park Splash Pad last season. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Parks and Open Space Division has announced the Piñon Park Splash Pad at 10 Sherwood Blvd. in White Rock will open for the summer season at 10 a.m. Friday, May 24.
The Splash Pad will be operational 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., seven days a week and is scheduled to remain open through Labor Day weekend, Sept. 2.
Adult supervision is recommended for the Splash Pad area, as this is an unsupervised facility. Athletic or similar equipment is not allowed, and animals are prohibited. Those using the facility are asked not Read More
Council Proclaims May Motorcycle Awareness Month
From left, Los Alamos County Councilor David Reagor provides a proclamation that recognizes May as ‘Motorcycle Awareness Month’ to Richard Sturgeon, Joe Beauregard, Brett Chandler, Jessica Roberts, Kris Hyatt and Liz Sturgeon during Tuesday night’s council meeting. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Council proclaimed May as “Motorcycle Awareness Month” during its Tuesday meeting. Councilor David Reagor read the proclamation:
WHEREAS, motorcycles are used as a regular means of transportation for commuting, touring and recreational use in and around Los Alamos County; Read More
Los Alamos Police Annual Memorial Ceremony May 15
LAPD News:
The Los Alamos Police Department (LAPD) will hold its annual memorial ceremony at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, May 15 as part of National Police Week.
The ceremony will be held in the north parking lot of the Los Alamo Justice Center at 2500 Trinity Drive.
National Police Week offers honor, remembrance and peer support, while allowing law enforcement, survivors and citizens to gather and pay homage to those who gave their lives in the line of duty.
In 1962, President John F. Kennedy signed a proclamation which designated May 15 as Peace Officers Memorial Day and the week in which that date falls Read More
Los Alamos County Council Proclaims May Bike Month & May 16 Bike To Work Day
From left, Los Alamos County Councilor David Reagor, Public Works Director Juan Rael and Transportation Board member David Hampton with the proclamation, which declares May ‘Bike Month’ and May 16 ‘Bike to Work Day’ during Tuesday’s council meeting. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Council proclaimed May as “Bike Month” and May 16 as “Bike to Work Day” during its regular meeting Tuesay night.
Councilor David Reagor read the proclamation:
WHEREAS, On November 30, 2017, Los Alamos became a Bronze status Bicycle Friendly Community as designated by the League of American Bicyclists, Read More
Plans Underway For 2024 County Fair & Rodeo Parade
From the County Community Services Department:
Are you looking forward to the next parade in Los Alamos and do you want to participate this year? Los Alamos County Recreation Division is organizing the 2024 Los Alamos County Fair and Rodeo Parade and we would love for you to join in on the fun!
We invite you to join Los Alamos County and other partnering organizations on Aug. 3 to be in the parade! This hometown parade is a highlight of Los Alamos County’s Fair and Rodeo weekend. The parade brings locals and visitors to downtown Los Alamos to celebrate the western roots of the community.
This event Read More
BPU Meeting On Consideration Of Solar Rule Updates Location Has Changed To Los Alamos Nature Center
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU) is proposing changes to Rule E-5 under its rules and regulations. Rule E-5 covers standards for interconnection of customer-owned rooftop photovoltaic (PV) systems.
A detailed question-and-answer document on the changes and the impacts for customers with PV systems, as well as customers without solar panels, is online at ladpu.com/solar2.
This item will be presented to the Board of Public Utilities (BPU) for approval 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 15 in the planetarium at the Los Alamos Nature Center, 2600 Canyon Road, (Council Read More
Ed The Goose & Partner Becoming Parents At Ashley Pond!
Mama goose watches over her eggs Tuesday at Ashley Pond. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
County Animal Control has placed a goose house over Ed’s and mama goose’s eggs to help protect them from predators at Ashley Pond. The public is asked to keep their distance and not leave lettuce around or in the house. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
BY KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
Some may assume that a pond in the middle of town is stagnant or at least entrenched in an uninterrupted cycle: the weather cools, then chills, making the grass turn brown and the pond Read More
Reagor: Unleash The Los Alamos Home Solar Program
By DAVID REAGOR
Los Alamos County Councilor
Solar energy is the only abundant energy source in Los Alamos County, with tens of Megawatts of potential solar energy in our residential areas. Yet, Los Alamos County has a very modest solar program. We have a solar facility at the old landfill and a few Megawatts of solar on residential properties. This is intentional as the rules for solar installations in Los Alamos are very restrictive.
The official county cap is to not go past 6 MW total in solar production and also limit individual homes to enough panels to match their needs. However, small solar Read More
RPLA Announces May 2024 Events
By LISA SHIN
Chair
Republican Party of Los Alamos
RPLA delegates had a wonderful time at the RPNM Quadrennial meeting on April 27! RPNM National Committeeman and Committeewoman were re-elected, and delegates were elected to represent New Mexico at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, July 15-18. Congratulations to David Reagor, who will attend and serve as an alternate delegate.
Please mark your calendars for the following events:
- May 9: LAFRW meeting at noon, Open Door Bible Church. Bring snack items and donations for gift baskets that will be given to the Los Alamos Police
Council Approves MRA Boundaries For Downtown East
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
In its continuous efforts for economic development, Los Alamos County Council voted to approve the boundaries of a Metropolitan Redevelopment Area (MRA) in the eastern side of the Los Alamos downtown district at Tuesay’s meeting.
The vote passed 5-1 with Councilor David Reagor opposed and Councilor Suzie Havemann absent.
Included in the MRA boundary are Mari Mac shopping center, former Hilltop House Hotel site, housing properties on the north side of Central Avenue and commercial properties on the southeast side of Trinity Read More
County Invites Community To Be Skywarn Storm Spotters
COUNTY News:
Hosted by the Los Alamos County’s Emergency Management Office, the first quarterly meeting of the Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) of Los Alamos will include critical Skywarn storm spotter training. Representatives from the National Weather Service (NWS) will administer this free training session starting at 2 p.m. May 23, 2024 at Fuller Lodge.
The public is invited to attend; no registration is required.
Skywarn, a program established by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) in the late 1960s, plays a pivotal role in safeguarding communities Read More
Gas Line Work To Occur On Grand Canyon Thursday
Map showing gas line maintenance area scheduled for 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Department of Public Utilities has announced that gas line maintenance will occur Thursday, May 9, near 122 Grand Canyon in White Rock. The work will involve the installation of an anode, which is a normal preventative measure.
The work is scheduled to begin at 8 a.m. and should conclude by 4 p.m.
Drivers should expect to see flagging operations and Grand Canyon traffic reduced to one lane as they approach the work zone. They are reminded to slow down and drive cautiously. Read More
Council Seeks To Fill Two Board Of Registration Vacancies
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Council is seeking to fill two vacancies on the local Board of Registration.
The Board serves as the Canvassing Committee following Los Alamos County elections. It consists of five members, with no more than two members appointed from any political party. All Democrat positions have been filled.
Interested applicants must be:
- A registered voter in Los Alamos County;
- Over the age of 18 and a resident of Los Alamos County; and
- Shall not be a County employee (including poll workers), or an elected official or candidate for public office (including School Board
Video: Councilor Ryti Shares Budget Hearing Highlights
Los Alamos County Councilor Randall Ryti gives a briefing on the FY 2025 budget hearings. Video by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com Read More
Altherr: Summary Of May 2 T-Board Meeting
By Michael Altherr
Vice Chair
Los Alamos County Transportation Board
The meeting opened with the introduction of new Board member Joshua Muck. There remain two open seats on the Transportation Board, and the Chair invited members of the community to consider serving. The remainder of the sitting Board members were in attendance.
Following approval of the Meeting’s Agenda, a citizen made a public comment regarding the noise created by the medical services helicopter. Subsequently, the minutes from the April meeting were approved without change.
The staff project manager for the Denver Read More
County: LAC Academy Celebrates 19 New Graduates
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos, New Mexico — Members of the LAC Academy spring class were honored on their graduation day, April 25, 2024 at Fuller Lodge.
The Academy is a nine-week cohort style leadership development program for identified high potential leaders in Los Alamos County. The current class of graduates includes 19 County employees from 14 divisions serving the community.
“I want to congratulate all of the graduates for completing the program, and commend them for their insightful presentation and recommendations to County leadership,” County Manager Anne Laurent said.
Tailored Read More
