Los Alamos County Council Proclaims March 29, 2023 ‘Vietnam War Veterans Day’
Los Alamos County Councilor David Reagor presents Linda Alt, chapter regent of the Valle Grande Chapter of the National Society of Daughters of the American Revolution, with a proclamation recognizing, March 29, as Vietnam War Veterans Day in Los Alamos County. The proclamation was presented during Tuesday’s regular County Council meeting. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Council presented a proclamation during its Tuesday night meeting declaring today, March 29 as Vietnam War Veterans Day in Los Alamos County.
Councilor David Reagor read the proclamation:
WHEREAS, The Read More
Taste The Tradition At Los Alamos Farmers Market Thursday
Cone Zone: Week Of March 27, 2023
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County construction news for the week of March 20, 2023.
Public Works Projects:
The projects listed in this section are being managed by County Public Works staff through contractors. For more information, email lacpw@lacnm.us, call 505.662.8150, or visit the “Projects/Public Works” link at www.losalamosnm.us.
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.
33rd / 34th Street Road and Utility Improvements to Begin Read More
County To Host Clean Up Los Alamos Day April 29
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Environmental Services and the Environmental Sustainability Board invites the community to participate Saturday, April 29 in the 20-Year Anniversary of Clean Up Los Alamos Day.
Volunteers are encouraged to pick a location around the community to clean and make it beautiful. Locations can range from a favorite park, walking trail or around the neighborhood.
Trash bags and gloves will be provided for participants who register online. Participants who register may stop by Environmental Services to pick up their trash bags and gloves starting Wednesday April Read More
Notice: County Clerk’s Office To Close 1-5 PM April 7
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Clerk’s Office will close at 1 p.m. Friday, April 7 in recognition of Seasonal Observances.
The Clerk’s Office would like to take the time to appreciate staff, giving them the opportunity to spend well deserved time with their families. The office will reopen to serve the public’s needs at 8 a.m. Monday, April 10.
During this time, customers may utilize the Drop-Box on the wall near the door to the Clerk’s Office, Suite 240, and staff will process items upon their return Monday, April 10.
The Clerk’s Office thanks the community for understanding and invites Read More
Community Conversations: Fentanyl Awareness March 29
County Makes CIP Survey Results Available Online
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County held two town halls in February to update the community on existing capital improvement projects (CIP). Feedback was then requested on 10 potential new capital projects. A survey was open for public participation Feb. 21 through March 9, with 424 individuals participating.
Results are now available on the County’s website.
The survey asked two short questions:
- Considering that the County has funding and resource constraints, please prioritize the level of importance for each NEW capital improvement project asset over the next 5 to 7 years. (Arrange highest
Los Alamos Fire Department Ramps Up Recruitment Efforts
Scene of recruits on the job at the LAFD training facilty on DP Road. Photo by Louisa Martinez/LAFD
Recruits learn how to most efficiently douse a vehicle fire at the LAFD training facility on DP Road. Photo by Josh Sammons/LAFD
By CAROL A. CLARK
Los Alamos Daily Post
caclark@ladailypost.com
- “It is not our trucks and equipment that make us great, it’s our people.” –Chief Troy Hughes
Under the leadership efforts of Los Alamos Deputy Fire Chief Wendy Servey and Division Chief (Training) Benjamin Stone and buy in from across the ranks, recruitment for the upcoming academy has surpassed 100 applicants.
Armando Gabaldon Steps Into Los Alamos County Environmental Services Division Manager Position
New Los Alamos County Environmental Services Division Manager Armando Gabaldon during a visit Wednesday morning to the Los Alamos Daily Post. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
Having a career in waste management was a bit of a surprise to Los Alamos County Environmental Services Division Manager Armando Gabaldon. As a kid, he daydreamed about being a firefighter then becoming a fire chief and even going through the hiring process but then a different career path presented itself.
“I never envisioned being a garbage Read More
County: Road & Utility Improvements Construction To Begin March 27 On 33rd-34th Streets And Arkansas Avenue
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Public Works Department has contracted with TLC Plumbing and Utilities to begin a major utility, storm drain and road improvements project on the 33rd/34th Street loop in the Aspen School neighborhood, and Arkansas Avenue between Diamond Drive and 41st Street in the North Community.
This information also was presented in January at the Public Meeting conducted during the regularly scheduled Transportation Board Meeting.
This seven-month project will begin March 27 for the 33rd/34th Street Loop, and April 17 for Arkansas Avenue. The anticipated completion Read More
County Parks And Open Space Division Seeks Volunteers For Pueblo Canyon Overlook Cleanup On Earth Day April 22
Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Parks and Open Space Division is holding a Pueblo Canyon (Anderson) Overlook Cleanup on Earth Day, April 22.
This project will focus on cleaning up trash that has been accumulating underneath the Pueblo Canyon Overlook along N.M. 502 for years. Volunteers also may choose to help maintain the Tent Rocks Trail where water drains and a rock bridge is to be built.
Los Alamos County will provide all the tools necessary for the project, including hard hats. Registered volunteers will meet at 9 a.m. at the Pueblo Canyon access road parking area, at the Read More
County Labor Management Review Board Meets Tuesday
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Labor Management Review Board meets 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, March 21 in Room 110 at the Municipal Building.
The meeting is open to the public.
The meeting agenda has been published and is available online.
Members of the public with questions should email Sonja Martinez at sonja.martinez@lacnm.us.
Cone Zone: Week Of March 20, 2023
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County construction news for the week of March 20, 2023.
Public Works Projects:
The projects listed in this section are being managed by County Public Works staff through contractors.
For more information, email lacpw@lacnm.us, call 505.662.8150 or visit the “Projects/Public Works” link at www.losalamosnm.us.
Please slow down and use caution within the construction work zones.
Note: The below information is based on a schedule provided by the contractors and may change due to weather or other delays.
33rd / 34th Street Road and Utility Improvements to Begin Read More
County COVID-19 Community Newsletter: March 17, 2023
Read this week’s issue of the COVID-19 Community Newsletter for an update on how Los Alamos County is doing; plus, get information about the FDA’s recent approval of Pfizer’s Bivalent booster for children 6 months to 4 years, why there wasn’t a large winter surge and what that means for the future, and whether lessons are being learned from the pandemic. Find all this and more here: https://conta.cc/3yL2edq
Utility Survey Reveals Successes And Room For Improvement
COUNTY News:
In a recent survey of Los Alamos utility customers, the Department of Public Utilities (DPU) saw increased ratings for customer service attributes and opportunities for improvement in other areas.
The DPU’s second annual Voice of the Customer survey was conducted by Great Blue Research for five weeks beginning in early January to gauge customer satisfaction, awareness and preferences relating to the utility services provided by the DPU. For the second year in a row, the department proved to be at or above the benchmark with other U.S. public power providers, the group used for Read More
County DPU’s Quarterly Report Is Now Online
County Seeks To Fill Board Of Public Utilities Vacancy
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos, New Mexico— 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 by 11:59 p.m. Thursday, April 27.
The appointed individual will fill a position to be vacated July 1 due to an expiring term, and will serve from that date through June 30, 2028. Interested parties can find out more about the Read More
Los Alamos Chamber News: March 16, 2023
Los Alamos Chamber Of Commerce Upcoming Events:
Grand Re-Opening: Rose Chocolatier
3:30 p.m. this Friday, St Patrick’s Day, March 17 at 149 Central Park Square
Chamber Business Breakfast – 2023 Legislative Update
7:30-9 a.m. Thursday, March 23 at SALA Event Center (2551 Central Ave)
House Rep. Christine Chandler and Sen. Leo Jaramillo will present their Legislative Update. Registration required. Register now.
Los Alamos Job Fair – Rescheduled to Thursday, April 13
Thursday, April 13, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at UNM-LA Campus (4000 University Drive)
You MUST register again if you would like to participate Read More
Video: Councilor Hand Discusses March 14 Worksession
Los Alamos County Councilor Melanee Hand presents highlights of Tuesday night’s work session during a meeting this morning at the Los Alamos Daily Post at 1247 Central Ave. Video by Clara Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
Los Alamos Police Seek Public’s Assistance Identifying Owners Of Blue Sedan In Reference To Catalytic Converter Thefts
LAPD is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the owners of this 4-door blue sedan in reference to recent catalytic converter thefts. Report tips anonymously to L.A. Crime Stoppers at 505.662.8282. Courtesy/LAPD
LAPD News:
The Los Alamos Police Department’s (LAPD) Criminal Investigations Unit is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the owners of this 4-door blue sedan in reference to recent catalytic converter thefts.
LAPD will offer up to a $1,000 reward to anyone who provides information that leads to the identity or apprehension of the suspects involved in these Read More
