County Council To Meet In Regular Session Sept. 26
Cone Zone: Sept. 25, 2023
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 “Projects/Public Works” link at https://lacnm.com/pw-projects Please slow down and use caution within the construction work zones. Please note the below information is based on a schedule provided by the contractors and may change due to weather or other delays.
Loma Linda Road Improvements Project
Albuquerque Asphalt, Inc. will continue working on Loma Linda Read More
Los Alamos Golf Course Implements Fall & Winter Hours
COUNTY News:
As of Monday, Sept. 25, operating hours at the Los Alamos County Golf Course will be modified for the fall and winter season.
Fall and winter hours will be as follows:
- Sept. 25, 2023: all rentals must be returned to the Golf Shop before 6:30 p.m.
- Oct. 10, 2023: all rentals must be returned to the golf shop by 6 p.m.
- Nov. 6, 2023: the golf shop/golf course will be open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesdays through Sundays. All rentals are due back by 4:45 p.m.
- Dec. 4, 2023, the golf shop will be open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays through Fridays. The golf course and practice range will be closed. This schedule
Preparations Begin For Temporary Chiller Installation At Los Alamos County Ice Rink
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County has contracted with American Arena LLC to install a rented temporary chiller that will enable the ice rink to continue its regular skating season from November to February of next year.
A permanent solution for chiller replacement would not have met the schedule for the 2023-2024 ice skating season, thus the County developed an interim solution. American Arena LLC is a Minnesota based company that specializes in the design, engineering, and construction of mechanical systems for ice rinks.
The project was presented and approved by County Council Aug. 8, 2023 Read More
Los Alamos County Launches Adopt-A-Road Program
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Public Works Department has announced the launch of a new Adopt-A-Road program.
Aimed at maintaining the natural beauty of this region by keeping roadside litter at a minimum, the program also fosters civic engagement, environmental stewardship and community pride.
Residents, local businesses, nonprofits and other organizations can get together to actively maintain the county roads’ cleanliness and positively impact the community.
At the encouragement of community member Richard Sturgeon, the Public Works Department staff developed the Adopt-A-Road Read More
Los Alamos County Public Library System Launches New Community Steward Series … First Event Features ‘An Evening With Angelica Gurule’ Oct. 12
County Sustainability ManagerAngelica Gurule
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Public Library System is launching a new series featuring leaders of Los Alamos County.
The first event in the series, “An Evening with a Community Steward,” will feature Los Alamos County Sustainability Manager Angelica Gurule for an open discussion 6-7 p.m., Oct. 12 at Mesa Public Library.
Gurule, with her professional excellence in environmental stewardship, has recently taken on the role of Sustainability Manager after nearly a decade with Los Alamos County Environmental Services Division.
“One Read More
Join The Monthly Cowboy Charity Pancake Breakfast Oct. 1 For A Bewitching Halloween Event!
Los Alamos County Sheriff’s Posse Lodge at 650 N. Mesa Road. Courtesy photo
By LAURA TRYBOSKI
Sheriff’s Posse Lodge
Feast on a delicious breakfast for a mortifyingly low price of $10 for adults and $5 for kids.
You will be welcomed by ghoulish greeters, please don’t mind their drooling and lurking.
Cowboy Breakfast Menu:
- Pancakes (Plain, Chocolate Chip, Blueberry, Banana),
- Eggs,
- Bacon,
- Sausage,
- Coffee,
- Tea, and
- Orange Juice.
We will be waiting for you 7-11 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 1 at the haunted Los Alamos County Sheriff’s Posse Lodge, 650 N. Mesa Road.
Come dressed for the occasion! Read More
‘Ask A Therapist’ Event To Address Youth Depression
The County’s Social Services Division is hosting ‘Ask A Therapist’ event Sept. 28. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County’s Social Services Division is hosting a free event ‘Ask A Therapist’ in partnership with Los Alamos Public Schools, Los Alamos County Municipal Court, JJAB (Juvenile Justice Advisory Board) and SALA Los Alamos.
The event is aimed at addressing the critical issue of youth depression and anxiety and is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Sep. 28 at the SALA Event Center, 2551 Central Ave. It is the last in the “Mental Health Matters” series scheduled throughout September. Read More
Video: Council Chair Denise Derkacs Highlights Meeting
Los Alamos County Council Chair Denise Derkacs shares highlights from Tuesday’s work session during a visit Wednesday to the Los Alamos Daily Post. Video by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com Read More
Los Alamos County Council Proclaims Sept. 15 Through Oct. 15 National Hispanic Heritage Month
Community Conversations Presents: ‘Fentanyl Awareness – Overdose Recognition & Response’ Online Training Sept. 27
COMMUNITY News:
The community is invited to attend an online webinar to learn about fentanyl overdose recognition and response 6-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 27.
This event, with Bernie Lieving, the statewide overdose prevention education coordinator, will discuss myths vs. facts of fentanyl, signs of substance abuse and addiction and your rights as a responder.
No prior registration is required to attend.
Community members who would like to have NARCAN® naloxone nasal spray can pick up the product for free from the Social Services Office (1183 Diamond Dr. # E) or Municipal Court (2500 Trinity Read More
County Environmental Sustainability Board Meets Thursday
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Environmental Sustainability Board (ESB) meets at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 21 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.
It’s National Voter Registration Day! Secretary Of State Encourages New Mexicans To Get #VoteReady
From the New Mexico Secretary of State’s Office:
SANTA FE – Today is National Voter Registration Day and Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver is encouraging New Mexicans to participate in the nonpartisan civic holiday by registering to vote, updating their voter registration, or spreading the word to friends and family about the importance of voting. Anyone who has recently moved, changed their name, or become a citizen are especially encouraged to check their voter registration status at NMVOTE.org.
“National Voter Registration Day serves as a nonpartisan celebration of our fundamental Read More
Los Alamos County Launches Community Survey To Inform Climate Action Plan
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County’s Sustainability Manager Angelica Gurule invites individuals who live or work in Los Alamos County to visit www.lacnm.com/CAPSurvey to participate in a community survey launched today.
Survey results will be used to inform the first-ever Climate Action Plan, an important step in shaping the county’s commitment to reduce environmental impacts and prepare for a more sustainable and resilient future. The survey is open until 11:59 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 18.
Gurule explains that the survey is anonymous, although if survey takers choose, they may provide a name Read More
County Council To Hold Work Session Tuesday Sept. 19
Board Of Public Utilities To Meet Wednesday Sept. 20
Cone Zone: Week Of Sept. 18, 2023
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 “Projects/Public Works” link at https://lacnm.com/pw-projects.
Please slow down and use caution within the construction work zones. Please note the below information is based on a schedule provided by the contractors and may change due to weather or other delays.
Loma Linda Road Improvements Project
Albuquerque Asphalt, Inc. will continue working on the intersections Read More
County Lodgers’ Tax Advisory Board To Meet Sept. 19
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Lodgers’ Tax Advisory Board meeting is scheduled for noon Sept. 19 in the BCC Room (suite 110) of the County Municipal Buildingat 1000 Central Ave.
View the full agenda packet here: Sept. 19, 2023 LTAB Agenda Packet. Read More
DPU: Free Sustainable Landscape Design Workshop Series
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU) is partnering with Los Alamos Cooperative Extension Service and the Los Alamos Master Gardeners to present a free Sustainable Landscape Design workshop series.
Transitioning your landscape into meeting your needs while accommodating the resources and support from our local environment isn’t easy for everyone.
This workshop series is designed to present a basic overview – and wealth – of information around six key steps in getting your outdoor space where you want it, whether you do it yourself or hire a professional.
This Read More
Los Alamos County Community Service Department Seeks Feedback For Several Identified Amenities
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Community Service Department (CSD) is seeking feedback for several identified amenities within Los Alamos, Canyon Road Tennis Courts, Canyon Road handball wall, Nina Marsh Tennis Courts, Orange Street playlot and Loma Linda Playground.
CSD is looking at the use of these facilities to determine if they are the best use for the community.
In an effort to gather input, posters have been set-up at these locations providing a brief description and QR code to take the survey.
These discussions are based on the analysis of the Integrated Master Plan, which was approved Read More
