Los Alamos County Police Cmdr. Daniel Roberts Graduates From 2023 FBI National Academy
LAPD News:
Los Alamos County Police Cmdr. Daniel Roberts is graduating today from the FBI National Academy (FBINA).
“Several of our Senior Staff have now had the opportunity to receive world class training at the FBI Academy,” Chief Dino Sgambellone said. “This training covers a wide range of issues impacting law enforcement today and represents our on-going commitment to continuous improvement. As our Operations Commander, Daniel will utilize this training to improve our operations and service delivery. I am very proud of Daniel and congratulate him on this accomplishment.”
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Gaia’s Pantry – A Valuable Community Resource
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- Zero Waste Tip – Don’t let your food go to waste. Donate excess cooked food, fresh fruits and vegetables, spices, non-perishable items, plastic food containers, to Gaia’s food pantry.
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What is Gaia’s Pantry?
Gaia’s Pantry serves the community by helping those experiencing food insecurity as well as everyone to reduce their food waste by sharing extra food with others.
Centrally situated in the parking lot of the Unitarian Church of Los Alamos at 1738 N. Sage Loop St., the pantry consists of a 30-cu. ft. bear resistant metal box to house non-perishable food items and small non-food Read More
DPU Stabilizes Water Pressure On North Mesa
DPU crews work closely with Curb Services, a Los Alamos County contractor, to get pressure-regulating devices rebuilt in the water supply system on North Mesa. Courtesy/LAC
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
The water situation on North Mesa made some residents ask questions. Mainly, what’s up with the erratic pressure and is there enough water to satisfy the needs of future developments?
According to Department of Public Utilities (DPU) officials, the short answer is there is no water supply problem.
Furthermore, Deputy Manager Clay Moseley said, “We can Read More
Perraglio Promoted To Administrative Services Director
Los Alamos County Administrative Services Director Helen Perraglio
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
Helen Perraglio has just stepped into her new position as Los Alamos County Administrative Services Director and she is wasting no time tackling objectives for the department.
Before her promotion, Perraglio was the County’s Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for seven years.
A replacement will be recruited but in the interim, Deputy CFO Melissa Dadzie is serving as acting CFO.
Perraglio described Administrative Services as several divisions “smooshed” Read More
Community Services Corner: Community Services At Public Library System
By CORY STYRON
Community Services Department Director
Los Alamos County
Mesa Public Library and the White Rock Branch Library are cherished amenities in our community. The library was founded in 1943, just one year after Los Alamos was selected as the site for the Manhattan Project. It was started as a subscription library by 70 couples, each of whom donated $5 for the purchase of books.
The library was created in a small room in the Big House, one of the original buildings of the Los Alamos Ranch School. In 1945, it became a free library when the Army Post Recreational Council handed over financial Read More
County DPU’s Latest Quarterly Report Is Online Now
Update On Los Alamos County Leisure Lagoon Schedule
Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Since Aug. 5, the Los Alamos County Leisure Lagoon has been under construction to install tench drains into the floor, which required cutting and removing of concrete.
While the project has gone relatively smoothly, as with any construction project there have been some delays. In order to provide the public with properly repaired and cleaned space, the re-opening of the Leisure Lagoon is delayed until Oct. 16, 2023.
LAC would like to remind everyone that the main pool and therapy pool are open during the week and are now open 9-11:30 a.m. Saturdays.
When the Lagoon Read More
Los Alamos Police Department Welcomes New Officers
Newly sworn Los Alamos Police Cpl. Ladislas Szado’s son Toshiro pins a badge on his lapel during a special ceremony held Tuesday morning in the Justice Center at 2500 Trinity Dr. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Ladislas Szabo is sworn in as the newest corporal of the Los Alamos Police Department by Magistrate Judge Catherine Taylor during a ceremony held Tuesday morning in the Justice Center. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Cpl. Ladislas Szado signs paperwork to make his new position official. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
New Animal Control Ofc. Fanny Capolungo is sworn Read More
Los Alamos Chamber Organizing Child Care Resource Fair
CHAMBER News:
The Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce is organizing a Child Care Resource Fair to be held 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 13 on the Fuller Lodge Lawn.
Sponsored by Triad National Security, LLC, and Los Alamos County, the event will connect parents to all of the child care and after-school care options in town.
The Chamber thanks both Triad, LLC and Los Alamos County for sponsoring the first ever Los Alamos Child Care Resource Fair, and Triad, LLC for providing food. First come, first served!
Local businesses or organizations that offer child care or after-school care options may register Read More
County Reminder To Protect Against Flu, COVID-19, RSV
COUNTY News:
As the community transitions into the fall season, officials with the Los Alamos County’s Social Services division urge citizens to remain vigilant and take proactive measures to protect themselves and their loved ones from the ongoing threats of influenza (flu), COVID-19 and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV).
Taking protective steps goes a long way in keeping kids in school, seniors active in the community, businesses open to the public and everyone able to enjoy the coming holiday seasons.
Flu Season Approaches: Get Vaccinated
The flu season typically coincides with the Read More
Update: DPU Electric Rate Proposal Hearing (6PM) Sept. 26
Courtesy/LAC
Update: This public hearing will be conducted in person in Council Chambers and remotely via Zoom at 6 p.m. (not 5:30 p.m.) Sept. 26. Members of the public who wish to attend via Zoom may access the meeting by using the following link.
COUNTY News:
The Department of Public Utilities (DPU) is proposing electric rate adjustments to be effective Oct. 1, 2023 and July 1, 2024, with the remainder of two public hearings scheduled for later this month.
The Board of Public Utilities approved the proposed rate ordinance at the first public hearing Aug. 16. A second hearing will occur Sept. 26 Read More
Cone Zone: Week Of Sept. 11, 2023
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Public Works Projects
Los Alamos County Public Works staff manages the projects listed in this section through contractors. For more information, 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 work on La Tierra Road, La Mirada Read More
County Property Valuation Protest Board Hearings Sept. 12
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Property Valuation Protest Board will hold hearings 9 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 12 in the Boards & Commission Conference Room 110 at the Municipal Building, 1000 Central Ave.
The complete agenda has been published and is available online.
These hearings are open to the public and also will be held via Zoom.
The following Zoom meeting links may be used for public viewing and participation:
For Protest #: LAC-NR-2023-014 (Topvalco Inc,) Item A.
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81317417958?
pwd=TmFoWFp3L3lNeko2YzdZaCtIazgwZz09
For Protest #: LAC-R-2023-020 Read More
County Parks Division Schedules Tree Pruning Operations To Begin Monday Sept. 25 For Downtown Los Alamos
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COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Parks Division has contracted with Southwest Fire Defense to prune trees in Ashley Pond Park and along Central Avenue as part of ongoing maintenance.
Work has been scheduled to begin Monday, Sept. 25.
Pruning is an important management measure that will extend the health, safety, and life of trees. There are many different pruning needs depending on the location, size and growth habits of the trees.
Pruning falls into the following categories:
- Crown Cleaning: includes the removal of dead, diseased, obstructing, split, and/or broken branches
Smoke Plume From Fire Burning East Of Ojo Sarco Today
The smoke plume created from a fire burning east of Ojo Sarco on the Carson National Forest viewed about 2 p.m. today looking east from the end of Los Pueblos in Los Alamos. LAFD Wildland Division Chief Sterna said crews are responding. Ojo Sarco is in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, 1 mile from State Road 76 and 1.5 miles west-southwest of Las Trampas. Photo by Ann Greene Read More
Los Alamos Golf Course Aerification Schedule Update
COUNTY News:
Due to possible weather conditions on Sept. 13, the golf course has extended the closure of the golf course as follows:
Sept. 13 – Golf course, practice range and golf shop will be closed; and
Sept. 14 – tee times will resume at noon.
In the event the weather is compatible on Sept. 13, and work can be completed on time, the Golf Course may open tee times earlier on Sept. 14.
Direct questions to the Golf Course at 505.662.8139. Read More
Consultant: The Hill Apartments Aren’t Expected To Warrant New Traffic Signal
The Hill apartment complex, at left, off 35th Street is not expected to impact Trinity Drive’s configuration. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
With construction on The Hill apartment complex progressing off 35th Street, some may wonder how this new residential complex will impact or change Trinity Drive. Based on the information provided by a traffic impact analysis, no changes to Trinity Drive’s configuration are anticipated.
In response to The Hill development, a 2019 Traffic Impact Analysis that Los Alamos Read More
County Library Board To Meet Monday Sept. 11
Video: Councilor Randall Ryti Recaps Sept. 5 Meeting
Los Alamos County Councilor Randall Ryti at the Los Alamos Daily Post Wednesday morning presenting an update on actions taken at the Tuesday, Sept. 5 council meeting. Video by Clara Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
Board Of Public Utilities Reviews FY2025 Strategic Plan
The Board of Public Utilities discusses the DPU’s FY2025 Strategic Plan during a special meeting Aug. 28. Screenshot/LADP
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
Sustainability and preparing for utilities that are carbon-free were common themes in the Board of Public Utilities (BPU)’s discussions on the proposed FY2025 Strategic Plan for the Department of Public Utilities (DPU).
Work on the strategic plan occurred during a special BPU meeting Aug. 28 during which the board addressed the plan’s focus areas and corresponding goals.
The goals listed in the proposed Read More
