DPU Announces Drop In Upcoming Gas Charges
COUNTY News:
Natural gas customers of the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU) will see a drop in their gas charges on their upcoming bills as the department has collected the full amount intended under its temporary gas recovery charge.
The $0.44/therm charge was a sunsetting mechanism to cover a $2.2 million shortfall that occurred when commodity gas costs spiked from December 2022 through February 2023.
This charge was approved by the Los Alamos County Council last March and DPU began billing it in April.
“Our cycle 10 customers will be the first to notice the recovery charge has Read More
Los Alamos Golf Course An Active Construction Site
COUNTY News:
With the onset of the golf season, the staff of the Los Alamos Golf Course, Capital Projects and Facilities, and Mid-America Golf would like to take this opportunity to alert the public about the ongoing activities at the golf course, as it is an active construction site.
While the course will open for play starting Monday, March 11, it will be impacted heavily by the contractor, its crews and equipment.
On any given day the play will be oriented around closures laid out by golf staff in the pro shop. Signage and markings will direct golfers through their round of play assisted by course Read More
RPLA Announces Quadrennial Convention On March 21
Republican Party of Los Alamos County
Official Call
Call is hereby made for the County Central Committee Meeting of the Republican Party of Los Alamos County to be held on March 21, 2024 at 6 p.m. at Open Door Bible Ministry, 2101 Trinity Drive Ste A-2 Los Alamos, NM.
To elect nine County Delegates to the RPNM State Quadrennial Convention who will vote for state delegates to the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, Wisconsin in July.
The RPNM State Quadrennial Convention will be held on April 27, 2024, at the Marriott Hotel, 2101 Louisiana Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM.
There is a fee for each Read More
Q&A With County Council Candidate Beverly Neal-Clinton
Council Candidate Beverly Neal-Clinton
Staff Report:
Beverly Neal-Clinton, a Democrat, is running for a seat on Los Alamos County Council. She recently answered questions from the Los Alamos Daily Post (Post) about the local election.
This is the first in a series of Q&As with political candidates that the Post will publish ahead of the June 4, 2024 Primary Election.
Post: How long have you lived in Los Alamos?
Neal-Clinton: 23 years
Post: Where do you work?
Neal-Clinton: I previously worked at LANL for 15 years. I am self-employed as the Director of New Mexico Mobile Notary and Fingerprinting Read More
Ashley Pond Park Electrical Upgrade Project
Ashley Pond Park Work Zone. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Capital Projects and Facilities Division will begin the Ashley Pond Park Electrical Upgrade Project this week to improve the existing electrical panels used to supply power for food trucks and other vendors during events held at the park at 2300 Trinity Drive.
Construction is scheduled to be completed by June 15, 2024.
The project consists of digging a trench for conduit for the new wire, and increasing the existing transformer size to increase power to the existing power panels. The existing power panels will also be upgraded Read More
Animal Of The Month: Deer
A buck on the lookout. Courtesy photo
COUNTY News:
Today, there are perhaps 300,000 mule deer and the less-common white-tailed deer combined in our state. Food, water, and productive cover govern the numbers of deer. Harsh winters may force deer to lower elevations, while mild summers will place them at timberline.
Suburban areas invite deer in with resources that are more easily accessible than in mature woods. Grassy parks, blooming gardens, and ornamental plants provide good nutrition, leading to excellent physical condition and higher reproductive rates of deer. Safe from hunting Read More
Sancre Productions And Los Alamos County CSD Announce Headliner Artist For 4th of July Spectacular In White Rock
Sancre Productions News:
Congratulations Los Alamos! The best 4th of July celebration in Northern New Mexico just got even better with the announcement of Prince Again, a Los Angeles-based tribute to the late great Prince, will be headlining this year’s 4th of July event, thanks to presenters Merrick and SMSI.
Last year’s 4th of July event brought 11,500 attendees to Overlook Park in White Rock, complete with vendors and the best inflatables zone in the state, making the event fun for the whole family. DJ Optimistic will open for the headliner to get the party started, beginning at 4 p.m., with Read More
County Transportation Board To Meet March 7
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Transportation Board will meet 5:30 p.m. Thursday, March 7 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.
Find the link to this meeting here.
Meeting ID: 813 5706 0773 Read More
Concrete Work On San Ildefonso Road Has Begun
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Traffic and Streets has begun to repair sections of sidewalk along San Ildefonso Road. The sections are between Camino Uva and North Mesa Road as well as between North Mesa Park Road and Sioux Street.
Work will continue through March 8. To facilitate a smooth flow of pedestrian and bike traffic during the repair process, crews will be present to assist individuals around the work zones as needed.
There will be intermittent flagging operations to allow for concrete trucks to deliver product to the site. Traffic is urged to slow down in the area and watch for crews, pedestrians Read More
Canceled: Historic Preservation Advisory Board Meeting
Historic Preservation Advisory Board News:Los Alamos Police Department’s School Resource Officers Accept ‘Read Across America’ Challenge
Los Alamos Police Cpl. Samantha Terrazas reads to 3rd graders recently in Ms. Brown’s class at Barranca Mesa Elementary School. Courtesy/LAPD
LAPD News:
Los Alamos Police Department (LAPD) School Resource Officer (SRO) Cpl. Samantha Terrazas has taken on the “Read Across America” Challenge. Cpl. Terrazas is challenging her fellow SRO’s as well as other professionals to get out and read to the youth. A huge part of the School Resource Officer Triad is to be a mentor and teacher to the students they interact with.
The “Read Across America” Challenge has allowed Cpl. Terrazas to enter the classroom Read More
Council To Hold Closed Session On County Manager Goals
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Council will hold a Closed Session at 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 5 in the Municipal Building at 1000 Central Ave.
The purpose of this Closed Session is regarding “NMSA 1978, 10-15-1 (H) (2) Discussion of Limited Personnel Matters – County Manager Goals”.
Family Gathers With Bob Geoffrion’s Carved Kachina Dolls On Display At White Rock Senior Center
Kathi Geoffrion Parker, left, Carmen Geoffrion and Roberta Geoffrion Cocking stand in front of a display of Bob Geoffrion’s stunning carved kachina dolls at the White Rock Senior Center. A photo of Carmen and Bob is shown in the case between Carmen and Roberta. Photo by Joyce Wolfe Read More
New Mexico State Police Announce Checkpoints And Saturation Patrols In Counties Across State In March 2024
NMSP News:
New Mexico State Police (NMSP) will be conducting sobriety checkpoints, saturation patrols, and registration, insurance and driver’s license checkpoints in all New Mexico counties during March 2024.
NMSP are bringing awareness to these events to reduce impaired driving-related fatalities through continued media attention and intensive advertising.
These checkpoints are helping to change society’s attitude about driving while under the influence of intoxicating liquor or drugs.
Hundreds of lives could be saved each year if every driver had the courage to make Read More
LAPD Final Update: Main Hill Road/N.M. 502 100% Open
LAPD News:
The Los Alamos Police Department has issued its final update that the Main Hill Road/N.M. 502 is now 100% open.
All four vehicles involved in this morning’s crash have been cleared from the roadway. Read More
LAPD Traffic Alert Update: Lanes Open Near Camino Entrada
LAPD Traffic Alert Update:
Traffic is open east bound and westbound on East Road/N.M. 502 near the intersection of Camino Entrada.
At 6:47 a.m. a crash occurred involving four vehicles. Two drivers were transported with injuries.
LAPD is still investigating the crash and asks drivers to drive slowly or avoid the area.
Police also ask that westbound drivers seeking to turn right into Camino Entrada bypass the crash and make a right turn into Main Gate Park when safe to do so and return westbound to turn into Camino Entrada.
LAPD will update the public when the roadway is clear. Read More
LAPD Traffic Alert: Main Hill Road Shut Down Due To Four Vehicle Accident
LAPD News:
The Main Hill Road is shut down due to a four vehicle accident near Camino Entrada.
The accident involves a head on collision.
Motorists are encouraged to expect delays and use an alternate route. Read More
County Board Of Public Utilities Work Session March 6
COUNTY News:
The Board of Public Utilities will hold a work session Wednesday, March 6, 2024 in Council Chambers.
Members of the public may view proceedings online or attend and provide public comment in person or via Zoom – https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89412512522.
The complete agenda packet is available here: https://losalamos.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx. Read More
Scenes Of County Manager Steve Lynne’s Retirement Party
Los Alamos County Manager Steve Lynne celebrates his retirement Friday with friends and family, including his sister Randy Sorrells at Fuller Lodge. Lynne has worked for Los Alamos County for 28 years. He and his wife Suzanne plan to continue living in Los Alamos. Former Deputy Manager Anne Laurent becomes County Manager on Monday. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
Los Alamos County Assessor George Chandler, left, chats with former Los Alamos County Councilor Jim Hall during County Manager Steve Lynne’s retirement party Friday at Fuller Lodge. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com Read More
County Renewable Revolution: New Solar And Battery Contracts Set To Double Clean Electricity Supply
Solar farm. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
With a unanimous vote Tuesday night, the Los Alamos County Council approved the Foxtail Flats Solar and Storage agreements, putting Los Alamos County on an accelerated trajectory toward meeting its goal to be a net carbon-neutral energy provider by 2040.
The Council unanimously approved agreements for 170 MW of solar power from the Four Corners Area and 80 MW of battery storage.
In 2016, the Los Alamos Board of Public Utilities (BPU) set a goal for the Department of Public Utilities (DPU) to become a carbon-neutral electrical energy provider by 2040. DPU Read More
