ATC Transit Services To Be Closed Christmas Day
Atomic City Transit (ACT) regular scheduled bus service and para transit services will not operate on Monday, Dec. 25 in observance of the Christmas holiday. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Atomic City Transit (ACT) regular scheduled bus service and para transit services will not operate on Monday, Dec. 25 in observance of the Christmas holiday.
Atomic City Transit service will resume Tuesday, Dec. 26 with the exception of Peak Service on Route 6 (PM). Peak Service on Route 6 (PM) will resume Jan. 2, 2024.
Route 3 and Peak Service on Routes 1 and 6 (AM) will remain suspended until further notice due Read More
County’s Cory Styron Elected To GP RED Board
Community Services Director Cory Styron
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Community Services Director Cory Styron has been nominated and elected to the GP RED board, a not-for-profit consultant organization specializing in community support and improvement.
For the last three years, Styron has led the many diverse divisions within Community Services ranging from Parks and Recreation to Social Services. With this experience, as well as many years prior in parks and recreation, he will provide valuable guidance on quality-of-life improvements within communities and further support GP Read More
New Year’s Eve Skate Celebration At Los Alamos Ice Rink
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Ice Rink is hosting a New Year’s Eve celebration to welcome the New Year.
The party begins at 8 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 31 and comes to a close at 1 a.m. Monday, Jan. 1, 2024.
Music may be heard into the late evening hours by neighboring residents. However, all are welcome to join the festivities. Complete with a minicarnival, music, popcorn, bubbling cider and a Ball Drop countdown at midnight, the Ice Rink is the perfect place to ring in the New Year.
General admission is $4 per youth and senior, and $6 per adult, as well as a $4 skate rental fee.
For more information, contact Read More
Urban Trail Phase I & II Multi-Use Trail Project Construction Activities: Week Of Dec. 18
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Public Works Division is under contract with Hasse Contracting Company Inc. to construct the Urban Trail Phase I & II Multi-use Trail Project.
During the week of Dec. 18, Hasse Contracting will continue construction activities within the Fuller Lodge Grounds adjacent to Central Avenue.
Hours of Construction:
Hasse Contracting Company Inc. will generally be working 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Weekend work may be conducted occasionally if construction activities are impacted by weather.
Traffic Impact:
During these activities there will Read More
Annual Christmas Tree On Display In Muni Building Lobby
Los Alamos County continues its tradition of displaying a beautiful Christmas tree in the lobby of the Municipal Building at 1000 Central Ave. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com Read More
County: Joint Meeting With LTAB & TITF Set For Dec. 19
COUNTY News:
A combined meeting of the Los Alamos County Lodgers’ Tax Advisory Board (LTAB) and the Tourism Implementation Task Force (TITF) will be held noon Tuesday, Dec. 19.
The meeting will take place in the BCC Room #110, in the County Municipal Building at 1000 Central Ave.
This meeting is open to the public.
Council Appoints Anne Laurent County Manager
Anne Laurent
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
Los Alamos County Council unanimously appointed Anne Laurent as the new County Manager during a special meeting this morning.
Laurent serves as deputy manager, along with Linda Matteson and will take the reigns from County Manager Steven Lynne who is retiring in March.
“I just want to thank the council,” Laurent said after the vote. She also put a plug in for the Leadership Los Alamos program, which she graduated from in 2010.
Council Randall Ryti made the motion to approve Laurent as the new County Manager.
“I just Read More
County Accepting Applications For Board Of Public Utilities
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County is accepting applications to fill one position on the Board of Public Utilities (BPU).
Comprising five voting members, the BPU governs the Department of Public Utilities (DPU), a county-owned utility that provides Los Alamos with electric, water, natural gas and wastewater services.
Applications must be submitted online by 11:59 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 4, 2024.
The appointed individual will fill a position to be vacated Jan. 31 due to a resignation. The new member will assume the remainder of the previous member’s term and will serve from Feb. 1, 2024, through Read More
Los Alamos County Environmental Sustainability Board Gets Update On Climate Action Plan
Courtesy/LAC
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
Is Los Alamos a greenhouse gas guzzler? How can it best reduce its greenhouse gas consumption?
Los Alamos County is tackling these questions by developing a climate action plan. County Sustainability Manager Angelica Gurule is heading the project along with Cascadia Consulting Group.
During the Environmental Sustainability Board (ESB) meeting Tuesday night, Cascadia representatives updated the board on the results of its greenhouse gas study as well as the responses made in a recent community survey on climate Read More
County Council Strikes Down Two Animal Ordinances
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
Los Alamos County Council struck down two ordinances that addressed animals – wild and domesticated – during its meeting Tuesday.
The first ordinance proposed updates to Chapter 6 of the Los Alamos County Code, which addresses animals in the County.
The suggested changes included, among other things, revising language for when animals can be taken into County custody as well as revising language for when it is unlawful to keep an animal, excluding livestock, that habitually howls, yelps, whines, barks or makes other noises Read More
Update On Friday Dec. 15 County Council Meeting
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Council meeting scheduled for Friday, Dec. 15, 2023, will be held in Council Chambers at 1000 Central Ave. as planned.
The meeting will begin at 9 a.m. as published, but it is anticipated the meeting will then be recessed until 10 a.m. to align with the opening of County operations.
Los Alamos County Municipal Building will be open at 9 a.m., and those interested in attending the meeting will be able to come in and sit down. Read More
Update On Trash And Recycling Services For Dec. 15
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos, New Mexico — Los Alamos County Environmental Services trash and recycling collection for Friday, Dec. 15 will include both Thursday and Friday routes, due to the suspension of services on Dec. 14 for extreme winter weather.
Crews will work hard to complete both routes on Friday to the best of their ability but may need to extend efforts into next week.
Trash collection will be the priority over recycling collections. In the event crews are unable to service all Thursday and Friday curbside recycling routes, service for those routes will resume at the beginning of next Read More
County Manager: 2-Hour Delay For Non-Essential Facilities
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Manager Steven Lynne has ordered a 2-hour delay for all non-essential County government employees for the morning of Friday, Dec. 15, 2023, due to hazardous weather conditions.
Some County services and facilities may be impacted:
- Atomic City Transit fixed route service will begin at approximately 7 a.m. Friday. For specific route information, visit www.atomiccitytransit.com or check the ACTracker.
- The Aquatic Center plans to open at 8 a.m.
- The Ice Rink plans to open at 10 a.m.
- The Golf Course Pro Shop will open at 10 a.m. The course will be closed for
DPU: Understanding Local Natural Gas Rate
COUNTY News:
The natural gas rate structure for Los Alamos Department of Public Utility (DPU) customers was updated in April. As temperatures outside drop and customers notice their gas charges rising, the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU) offers the following information to help customers understand the breakdown of the rate.
The total gas charge on a customer’s bill comprises a flat monthly service fee plus three other components that make up the variable portion of the rate. Those are a fixed cost per therm, a variable pass-through cost of gas per therm, and a sunset recovery Read More
Road Conditions This Morning In Los Alamos & White Rock
View of Diamond Drive along the golf course around 11 a.m. today. Courtesy/LAC Web Cam
View of Central Avenue at 15th Street facing west around 11 a.m. today. Courtesy/LAC Web Cam
View of Central Avenue at 15th Street facing south around 11 a.m. today. Courtesy/LAC Web Cam
View of Diamond Drive and Trinity facing north around 11 a.m. today. Courtesy/LAC Web Cam
View of Airport, N.M. 502 facing east around 11 a.m. today. Courtesy/LAC Web Cam
View of N.M. 4 at Rover Boulevard around 11 a.m. today in White Rock. Courtesy/LAC Web Cam
View of N.M. 4 heading toward Pajarito Road around 11 a.m. today in White Read More
County: Utility Work Scheduled On Arizona Avenue
Map of work area. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
A section of Arizona Avenue near Woodland Avenue will have traffic controls in place Tuesday, Dec. 19 and Wednesday, Dec. 20, while Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU) water crews work on an 8-inch water main.
Drivers in the area are asked to follow flagging directives and exercise caution if they must pass by the work zone.
DPU crews do not anticipate any disruptions to water service in the area.
Direct questions about the project to the County Customer Care Center at 505.662.8333 or email CustomerCare@lacnm.us. Read More
Art In Public Places & Parks And Rec Advisory Board Meetings Canceled Tonight Due To Winter Storm
COUNTY News:
Due to weather, the Art in Public Places and Parks & Recreation Board meetings are both canceled for tonight, Dec. 14.
The underutilized amenities presentation on the Parks & Recreation Advisory Board’s agenda will be moved to the Jan. 11, 2024 meeting. Read More
Due To Hazardous Weather Conditions County Manager Calls For Full Closure Of Non-essential Facilities
COUNTY News:
Due to hazardous weather conditions, Los Alamos County Manager Steven Lynne has ordered a full closure today, Dec. 14, for all non-essential County government employees.
County services and facilities are impacted:
- Atomic City Transit will provide limited dial-a-ride service as able until 5:30 p.m. Regular fixed-route service is canceled. To schedule a ride, call 505-661-RIDE (7433).
- Residential and commercial trash will be collected as usual.
- White Rock Overlook Convenience Center and the Eco Station are closed.
- The Aquatic Center, Ice Rink and Golf Course are closed,
Video: Council Chair Derkacs Recaps Dec. 12 Meeting
Los Alamos County Council Chair Denise Derkacs offers highlights on Tuesday’s regular council meeting. Video by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com Read More
Los Alamos County On Delayed Opening Thursday
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Manager Steven Lynne has ordered a delayed opening of 10 a.m. for all non-essential County government employees on Thursday, Dec. 14, 2023, due to hazardous weather conditions.
Some County services and facilities may be impacted:
- Atomic City Transit fixed route service will begin at approximately 7 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 14, 2023. For specific route information, visit www.atomiccitytransit.com, or check the ACTracker.
- The Aquatic Center plans to open at 10 a.m.
- The Ice Rink will have a delayed opening depending on weather conditions. An update will be provided
