NACo Responds To State Of The Union Address, Calls For Strong Federal Partnership In Addressing County Priorities
NACo News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The National Association of Counties (NACo) responded to President Biden’s State of the Union address with the following statement from Executive Director Matthew Chase:
“Tonight’s State of the Union address highlighted the need for a strong intergovernmental partnership. Counties will continue to work with the administration and bipartisan congressional partners to achieve our common goals. Only together can we recover from the pandemic, strengthen our economy, and improve the quality of life and the livelihoods of our residents.
“For the past two years, Read More
Chart 617: COVID-19 Diagnoses In Los Alamos Continue To Be Higher Than National And State Averages
This chart shows the seven-day average number of COVID-19 diagnoses per 100,000 people versus date nationwide, statewide, and countywide. Since Feb. 15, diagnoses in Los Alamos were consistently higher than the national average and the state average. On a scale of 0 to 100, the diagnoses index quantifies the current level of diagnoses by using a comparison with daily levels since the start of the pandemic (the higher the index, the more severe the current state of the pandemic is). The current number of diagnoses in Los Alamos is higher than 89 percent of preceding days. Sources: New York Times Read More
County Accepting Applications To Fill BPU Vacancy
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County is currently accepting applications until April 28 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.
The appointed individual will fill a position to be vacated July 1 due to an expiring term. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. Thursday, April 28.
Interested parties can complete the online application at https://ladpu.com/BPUApplication Read More
Skolnik: COVID Update #13 – Status Of The Pandemic And Vaccination Coverage, Hospitalization, And Deaths
By RICHARD SKOLNIK
Los Alamos
Status of the Pandemic and Vaccination Coverage, Hospitalization, and Deaths
The table below shows cases, hospitalizations, and deaths for the US, New Mexico, and Los Alamos County for the week ending February 28, 2022.
No COVID deaths among Los Alamos County residents were reported in the last two weeks. The New York Times shows a test positivity rate over the last 14 days of 18% for Los Alamos.
The graphic below (thanks to Eli Ben-Naim) shows the rolling 7-day average of cases in Los Alamos County over the last six months. The daily average number of new cases has fallen Read More
Library Offers Reward-Based Adventure For Newcomers
Mesa Public Library. Post file photo
COUNTY News:
Mesa Public Library, in partnership with several local establishments, is hosting Newcomer Adventure: Welcome to Los Alamos for those new to the Los Alamos community and ready to do some exploring!
This program begins today, is free to the public, and runs year-round. Designed to help new arrivals get acquainted with their surroundings, the reward-based program offers a fun and structured way to discover Los Alamos and White Rock.
To take part in the program, pick up the Newcomer Adventure flyer (which will provide further instructions) Read More
County Transportation Board Meets Thursday March 3
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Transportation Board will meet at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, March 3 virtually on Zoom.
This meeting is open to the public.
Find the agenda to this meeting here: March 3, 2022 Transportation Board Agenda.
Find the link to this meeting here.
Webinar ID: 869 7209 0894 Read More
Los Alamos COVID Impact For Week Ending Feb. 28, 2022
Los Alamos COVID Impact:-
398 tests
- 36 diagnoses (27 in Los Alamos, 9 in White Rock)
- 0 deaths
Source: New Mexico Department of Health. By Eli Ben-Naim.
Chart 616: COVID Diagnoses In Los Alamos Nearing Pre-Omicron Levels
This chart shows the seven-day average number of COVID-19 diagnoses versus date in Los Alamos. The seven-day average is down to the lowest level since Dec. 30, 2021. On a scale of 0 to 100, the diagnoses index quantifies the current level of diagnoses by using a comparison with daily levels since the start of the pandemic (the higher the index, the more severe the current state of the pandemic is). The current number of diagnoses is higher than 88 percent of preceding days. Source: New Mexico Department of Health. Created by Eli Ben-Naim
This chart shows the number of COVID-19 diagnoses by age groupHouse Gods: Sustainable Buildings & Renegade Builders … A Not-So-Typical Author Talk With Jim Kristofic March 10
COUNTY News:
The staff at Mesa Public Library is presenting House Gods: Sustainable Building and Renegade Builders, a not-so-typical author talk with Jim Kristofic.
The program is part of the library’s ongoing Library Conversation series and will be livestreamed via Zoom, 7-8 p.m. Thursday, March 10. Attendees can look forward to a fascinating discussion of the author’s latest work, which chronicles his experiences with sustainable builders and architects across the Southwest.
In House Gods, Kristofic pursues the techniques of sustainable building and the philosophies of its practitioners. Read More
County Personnel Board Holding Special Meeting March 2
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Personnel Board will hold a special meeting at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 2, to discuss and approve the FY23 personnel board work plan.
The meeting is open to the public.
Due to COVID-19 concerns, the meeting will be held remotely.
Click the link below to join the webinar:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85370306959
Or One tap mobile:
US: +17207072699,,85370306959# or +12532158782,,85370306959#
Or Telephone:
Dial(for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location):
US: +1 720 707 2699 or +1 253 215 8782 or +1 346 248 7799 or +1 646 558 8656
or +1 301 Read More
County Historic Preservation Advisory Board Meets March 2
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Historic Preservation Advisory Board (HPAB) will meet 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 2, virtually on Zoom.
This meeting is open to the public.
Find the agenda to this meeting here: March 2, 2022 HPAB Agenda.
Find the link to this meeting here.
Meeting ID: 871 7201 6785 Read More
2022 County Board Of Public Utilities Meeting Calendar
At its regular meeting of Feb. 16, the Board of Public Utilities approved the addition of monthly work sessions to their meeting calendar. Work sessions will be held on the first Wednesday of the month (with some exceptions) and broadcast remotely over Zoom only (not Granicus). Courtesy/DPU Read More
County: Community Invited To Santa Fe National Forest Meeting On Pueblo Canyon Project, Trail Use And More
COUNTY News:
In an effort to better understand the Santa Fe National Forest trails and trail program, the Community Services Department (CSD) has reached out the Santa Fe National Forest to discuss the Pueblo Canyon Project, trails around Los Alamos, trail use, maintenance and other topics.
Forest Ranger Sandy Imler-Jacquez of the Santa Fe National Forest will join a Zoom meeting to discuss opportunities and plans for the local trails.
Los Alamos County residents are invited to join CSD in a Zoom meeting, scheduled for 5:30 p.m. March 1, to listen and provide any feedback and input.
Zoom meeting Read More
Early Morning Traffic Controls On Canyon Road March 1
Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities will conduct work near the Aquatic Center bus stop March 1. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Crews from the Los Alamos County Department of Public Utilities will be doing work at 5:30 a.m. Tuesday, March 1 on the shoulder of Canyon Road near the bus stop in front of the Aquatic Center.
While the work is expected to be completed in under an hour, traffic controls will be in place. Cones will make a slight traffic diversion and the bike lane and sidewalk will be closed in the work area.
Gas, Water and Sewer Division crews will be conducting a video inspection of the County-owned Read More
County Tourism Implementation Task Force Meets March 2
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Tourism Implementation Task Force meets at noon Wednesday, March 2.
The meeting is open to the public.
The complete agenda is published and can be accessed here.
The public may join the meeting:
When:
Noon, Wednesday March 2
Topic:
Tourism Implementation Task Force Meeting
Click the link below to join the webinar:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87943007521
Or Telephone:
US: +1 720 707 2699 or +1 253 215 8782 or +1 346 248 7799 or +1 646 558 8656 or +1 301 715 8592 or +1 312 626 6799
Webinar ID:
879 4300 7521 Read More
Sgt. Roberts Promoted To Los Alamos Police Commander
Daniel Roberts
LAPD News:
Los Alamos Police Sgt. Daniel Roberts has been selected to fill the position of commander following the vacancy created with the recent promotion of former Cmdr. Oliver Morris to deputy police chief.
“The continued changes in senior leadership at the police department offer opportunities to advance our service delivery to the community while enhancing our internal processes,” Chief Sgambellone said. “We look forward to Cmdr. Roberts’ new role and his contributions to help sustain Los Alamos as one of the safest communities in the nation.”
Roberts began his career Read More
County Racial Equity & Inclusivity Task Force Meets March 2
Los Alamos Family Council CountUP! Week 16
By JORDAN REDMOND
Executive Director
Los Alamos Family Council
As a not-for-profit organization, Los Alamos Family Council relies upon a variety of funding sources beyond fees for services and contracts.
A major component of LAFC’s annual revenue stream is our generous donor base. A critical part of that donor base are the 16 donors who utilize the LANL employee payroll reduction and matching program to make their donations.
LAFC has 16 donors who use payroll deduction to make their donations. LANL matches 50 cents for every dollar donated through payroll deduction – making this donation Read More
Canceled: Labor Management Relations Board Meeting
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Labor Management Relations Board meeting scheduled for 11:30 a.m. March 1 has been canceled. Read More
County Invites Public Comment On Module 2 Of Chapter 16 Of Development Code
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Community Development Department (CDD) and its consultant Dekker/Perich/Sabatini (DPS) remind the community that it’s not too late to provide public comment on the second module of the Chapter 16 Development Code.
Comments will be accepted up until the County Council meeting scheduled for 6 p.m. March 15.
The draft document can be viewed online, along with presentation slides and a Zoom recording of a Feb. 15 open house held by CDD and DPS representatives to explain the revisions.
Interested individuals can email feedback on the draft module to Jessica Lawlis Read More
