Board Of Public Utilities To Hold Regular Meeting Dec. 7
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Board of Public Utilities will hold a regular meeting at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 7 in Council Chambers and virtually on Zoom.
This meeting is open to the public.
Find the agenda to this meeting here: Dec. 7, 2022 Board of Public Utilities Agenda.
Find the link to this meeting here.
Webinar ID: 890 1906 6709 Read More
County Library Board Meets Monday Dec. 5 On Zoom
County Tourism Task Force Meets Wednesday Dec. 7
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Tourism Implementation Task Force (TITF) will meet at noon Wednesday Dec. 7 in Room 110 of the Municipal Building at 1000 Central Ave. and virtually on Zoom.
This meeting is open to the public.
Find the agenda to this meeting here: Dec. 7, 2022 TITF Agenda.
Find the link to this meeting here.
Webinar ID: 830 2184 6237
Passcode: 532980 Read More
2022 WinterFest Celebration Continues Today & Sunday!
Los Alamos Auxiliary Fire Brigade riding in the 2021 Holiday Lights Parade. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
COMMUNITY News:
Presented by Los Alamos MainStreet and Los Alamos County, WinterFest Weekend continues today with the Winter Arts & Crafts Fair until 3 p.m. at the Los Alamos Middle School Gymnasium, featuring artists, live music, face painting and food vendors.
The festivities continue 3:30-5:30 p.m., today when Fuller Lodge transforms into Santa’s Workshop. Participants can decorate cookies, make crafts, write letters to Santa and take photos with Santa.
At 6 p.m., Read More
Video: Councilor Melanee Hand On Nov. 29-30 Meetings
Los Alamos County Councilor Melanee Hand shares highlights of the Council meetings held Nov. 29 and Nov. 30 in Council Chambers at the Municipal Building, during her visit Thursday to the Los Alamos Daily Post. Video by Clara Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
Op-Ed: Answers, Background On Proposed Tennis Courts
By Board of Directors
Los Alamos Tennis Club
Los Alamos Pickleball Club
The proposed new complex of 8 tennis courts at Overlook Park, which the Parks and Rec Board recently voted to deliver to County Council for their consideration, may cause some citizens to have questions, like “why now?” or “why do we need more tennis courts?” or “what about pickleball?” or “why is Overlook Park the right place?’’
Hopefully this letter can answer those questions and provide some background to explain the proposal.
We are blessed to have a variety of sporting activities in town and engaged community members Read More
COVID-19 Community Newsletter For Dec. 2, 2022
COUNTY News:
This week’s COVID-19 Community Newsletter provides an update on how Los Alamos County is doing as cases of COVID-19, flu and RSV increase nationwide.
Learne about how to be proactive to keep oneself and loved ones healthy, as well as help lighten the load on the health care systems.
Click here: https://conta.cc/3XR8dbZ Read More
Electric Work Begins Near Los Alamos High School Dec. 5
Map showing area where the Electric Distribution Division of DPU will be replacing a failed underground power line at Canyon Road and 39th Street beginning Monday, Dec. 5. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
The Electric Distribution Division of the Department of Public Utilities (DPU) will be replacing a failed underground power line at Canyon Road and 39th Street beginning Monday, Dec. 5.
Signs warning motorists and pedestrians of the work will be placed near the corner and the sidewalk and shoulder will be closed along Canyon at the Gold Street Apartments building on that corner.
While scheduled Read More
County: RediNet Service Has Been Restored
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County has announced that RediNet internet access, which has been down this week is now up and running. Read More
Aquatic Center To Close Dec. 5 To Calibrate Equipment
COUNTY News:
Beginning 8 a.m. Monday, Dec. 5, the Aquatic Center will be closed to allow crews to fine tune and calibrate equipment associated with the Olympic pool’s new filtration system.
The Olympic Pool will be available for morning swim use before the 8 a.m. closure and is scheduled to re-open the following day Dec. 6.
The County appreciates the public’s understanding and patience.
For more information, questions or concerns, call or email the Public Works Department at 505.662.8150 or lacpw@lacnm.us. Read More
Council Recognizes County Clerk, Staff & Poll Workers
Los Alamos County Councilor David Reagor, 3rd from left, presents County Clerk Naomi Maestas, 4th from left, and poll workers with a proclamation honoring their work in the election, during Tuesday’s council meeting. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Council recognized the Los Alamos County Clerk staff and poll workers during its regular meeting Tuesday night.
Councilor David Reagor read the proclamation:
WHEREAS, election officials, poll-workers and volunteers make up the front line of democracy and are essential to a free and fair election in the great county of Los Alamos, Read More
Los Alamos County Returns To Green On CDC Map Dec. 1
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released today its weekly update to the COVID-19 community level map. The CDC framework designates community levels based on diagnoses and regional hospitalization levels (link). Masks are recommended for everybody in counties at the highest, red, risk level. Masks are recommended for at-risk individuals in counties at the intermediate, yellow, risk level. Source: CDC. Map: mapchart.net. Created by Eli Ben-Naim Read More
DPU & Customer Care Closed For Appreciation Lunch Dec. 2
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU) administrative office and the Customer Care Center at 1000 Central Ave., Suite 130, will close during the lunch hour 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, Dec. 2.
In celebration of the holiday season, DPU management will be hosting an appreciation luncheon for all DPU employees.
“We’ve had an incredible year so far and are looking forward to this opportunity to gather everyone in the same place,” Utilities Manager Philo Shelton said. “We thank our customers for understanding and allowing us this short break, and we wish everyone a safe, Read More
County: RediNet Internet Remains Down
COUNTY News:
RediNet internet access is still experiencing an outage.
“The good news is” RediNet folks believe it will be back up some time this afternoon.
County services that use RediNet will be unable to access the internet during this time.
Examples include:
- MyDrive traffic cameras;
- Public Wi-Fi at all county sites and downtown; and
- Public library kiosks at both libraries.
County Council Adopts Revisions To Nusiance Code
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
Adopting a revised Chapter 18 of the Los Alamos County Code, which deals with nuisances, barely passed with the needed votes but ultimately it did 4-3 during Tuesday night’s council meeting.
Councilors David Reagor, Melanee Hand and Council Chair Randall Ryti opposed the adoption while Councilors David Izraelevitz, Sara Scott, Denise Derkacs and Keith Lepsch supported it.
The adoption may be passed but it might not be the last time it gets discussed on the dais. Ryti said he plans to bring Chapter 18 back up for discussion when Read More
Community Services Hosts Golf Shop Holiday Sale Dec. 10
Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
The Community Services Department has announced that the Golf Shop at the Los Alamos County Golf Course will be hosting its Annual Holiday Sale 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 10.
Finger foods and holiday refreshments will be provided, and each shopper will be given a balloon to pop to get their discount amount. They will then be eligible to putt for a chance to increase their savings. Discounts will range from 5 to 25 percent.
The community is invited to join the Community Services Department for holiday savings and some fun! Read More
Don’t Hibernate Until Spring! 100 Days Of Winter Guide Offers Activities For The Season
Courtesy/LAC
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
Winter has come! That doesn’t mean hibernating until spring – Los Alamos County Community Services Department (CSD) recently released its 2022 100 Days of Winter Activity Guide, which is a total compilation of all the activities and programs scheduled through Feb. 25.
“This is probably the most complete guide of offerings in our community for those who like recreation, educational experiences or outdoor activities,” CSD Director Cory Styron said. “The book literally has something for everyone and every age Read More
Central Avenue Drive Pad Construction Begins Dec. 5
COUNTY News:
Starting Monday, Dec. 5, contractors for Los Alamos County will be constructing drive pads at 1216 and 1407 Central Ave.
Motorists are asked to use Trinity Drive to access 1407 Central (Subway).
Motorists are asked to use the entrance on Knecht Street to access the following businesses:
- Shannon Corporation;
- The Karen Wray Gallery;
- Los Alamos Daily Post;
- Atomic City Quilts;
- David’s Barber Shop;
- Mesa Top Games and Toys & L.A. Bootery; and
- Boomerang.
This work is expected to be completed by Friday, Dec. 9.
Drivers and Pedestrians are asked to use caution while in the construction Read More
County Transportation Board Meets Today
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Transportation Board will meet at 5:30 p.m. today in Council Chambers at the County Municipal Building and virtually on Zoom.
This meeting is open to the public.
Find the agenda to this meeting here: Dec. 1, 2022 Transportation Board Agenda.
Find the link to this meeting here.
Webinar ID: 883 3402 7358 Read More
Crews Begin Removing Dead Trees On North Road Dec.1
COUNTY News:
Streets crews will be removing dead trees along the west side of North Road between Sycamore and Quemazon Road.
Work will begin at 9 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 1 and continue until completed.
There will be a flagging operation in place. Please slowdown in the work zone and obey all traffic control employees and devices.
For questions regarding this project, contact Richard Marquez at 505.695.3672. Read More
