Buck Gets Stuck In Window Well Of Home On 34th Street
Los Alamos Animal Control and New Mexico Game and Fish responded to the scene of a buck stuck in a window well this morning at a residence on 34th Street. The buck died before it could be rescued. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailpost.com Read More
Julie Williams-Hill Steps Into Role Of County PIO
County Public Information Office Julie Williams-Hill
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
A natural disaster introduced Julie Williams-Hill to Los Alamos County.
In the wake of the Cerro Grande Fire, Williams-Hill, who was employed by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), came to Los Alamos to develop policies and procedures for settling claims through the Cerro Grande Assistance Act. She also worked with Los Alamos County to settle its claims.
While here, she saw a job posting for a public relations manager at Los Alamos County’s Department of Public Read More
Council Action Taken At Nov. 16 Meeting
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
After lengthy discussion, Los Alamos County Council hit pause on deciding whether to approve the purchase of a piece of art for the Leisure Lagoon as recommended by the Arts and Public Places Board. This would be the largest art acquisition since the solar tree was purchased for the Municipal Building about 5 years ago.
Council voted 4-3 during its regular meeting Tuesday night to delay the decision. Councilors Sara Scott, Denise Derkacs, David Reagor and David Izraelevitz voted to postpone while Chair Randall Ryti, Vice Chair Read More
United Way Of NNM And Los Alamos Community Foundation Promote #GivingTuesdayNM For Local Nonprofits
County Council Chair Randall Ryti presents a proclamation to United Way of Northern New Mexico Executive Director Monica Griego, left, and Los Alamos Community Foundation Executive Director Rachel Kizielewicz proclaiming Nov. 30 ‘Giving Tuesday’ in Los Alamos County. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
The United Way of Northern New Mexico And Los Alamos Community Foundation are promoting #GivingTuesdayNM for local nonprofits.
The Los Alamos County Council has proclaimed Nov. 30, 2021 Giving Tuesday. Council Chair Randall Ryti presented the proclamation Nov. 16 to United Way of Northern
New Mexico COVID-19 Update Nov. 17: 1,530 New Cases, Totaling 298,313 With 12 New Deaths And 255,650 Recovered
SANTA FE — New Mexico state health officials announced 1,530 additional COVID-19 cases today and a 7-Day positivity rate of 12.3 percent.
Los Alamos County reports 5 new cases today bringing the total to 864 people who have tested positive for COVID-19. (County totals are subject to change upon further investigation and determination of residency of individuals positive for COVID-19.)
This update includes 12 new deaths today in New Mexico related to COVID-19.
Per the state Department of Health, the most recent cases are:
- 424 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 39 new cases in Chaves
County Council Proclaims Nov. 27 Small Business Saturday
Chamber Director Ryn Herrmann accepts a proclamation from Council Chair Randall Ryti declaring Nov. 27 Small Business Saturday in Los Alamos County. Courtesy photo
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Council Chair Randall Ryti presented a proclamation Tuesday to Chamber Director Ryn Herrmann declaring Nov. 27 Small Business Saturday in Los Alamos County.
The Proclamation:
WHEREAS: Small Business Saturday is an annual holiday that celebrates our small businesses and encourages consumers to shop locally at the start of the holiday season for unique products and experiences available only Read More
PAC 8 Community Media Center: Nov. 19-25, 2021
PAC 8 News:
PAC 8 Community Media Center is available for recording events, transferring of old media, shooting and editing, live streaming and drone photography and videography.
For information, email pac8@losalamos.com, call 505.662.7228 or visit pac8cmc.com.
PAC 8 Television schedule for Nov. 19-25:
Friday, Nov. 19
- 6 a.m. — Democracy Now! – Live
- 10 a.m. — The Tom Hartman Program
- 11 a.m. — County Council Replay 11-09-21
- 3 p.m. — Democracy Now!
- 4 p.m. — Rising Up with Somali
- 5 p.m. — PAC PAGES – Los Alamos County News Updates
- 6 p.m. — Los Alamos Senior Center – “Wake up and Move with Natalie”
Council To Hold Special Session On Hilltop House Dec. 3
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Council will hold a Special Session at 1 p.m. Friday, Dec. 3 virtually on Zoom.
The purpose of the Special Session is a hearing of NM Innovation Triangle LLC’s objection to “Incorporated County of Los Alamos Resolution No. 21-30, A Resolution Declaring the Hotel Structure, Commonly Referred to as “The Hilltop House” at 400 Trinity Dr. in Los Alamos, “A Menace to the Public Comfort, Health, Peace, and Safety and Ordering Removal of the Hilltop House, and Associated Ruins, Rubbish, Wreckage, and Debris from Los Alamos County” as provided for NMSA Read More
County LARES Task Force Meets Friday Nov. 19
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Resiliency Energy and Sustainability Task Force (LARES) will meet at 3 p.m. Friday, Nov. 19 virtually on Zoom.
This meeting is open to the public.
Find the agenda to this meeting here: Nov. 19, 2021 LARES Agenda.
Find the link to this meeting here.
Webinar ID: 814 3546 3514
Passcode: 518492 Read More
County Eco Station & Overlook Collection Center Closed For Thanksgiving Holiday Nov. 25-26
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Eco Station and Overlook Collection Center will be closed Thanksgiving Day and the day after Thanksgiving, Nov. 25-26.
There will be no residential or commercial trash and yard trimming collection service provided on Thursday, Nov. 25 or Friday, Nov. 26.
If the observed date falls on your normal trash day, place your materials out Wednesday, Nov. 24. Read More
County Launches Search For Public Works Director
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County is recruiting for a new public works director position in response to former Public Works Director Anne Laurent being promoted to deputy county manager.
The position opened Oct. 28 and has a closing date of Dec. 1.
Los Alamos County seeks a customer focused leader that is innovative, proactive and results oriented, to serve as the next public works director. This individual will be part of the County’s senior management team reporting to the deputy county manager.
The new director will have experience with program planning and evaluation, as well as budget and Read More
No Curative Testing For COVID On Thanksgiving Day
COUNTY News:
Curative Shallow Nasal Swab Testing – regularly available 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. each Tuesday and Thursday in Los Alamos will not be available Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 25.
Los Alamos County officials recommend planning ahead and visiting the Curative website to schedule an alternate date/time: https://curative.com.
Other available testing options include:
- Vault: At-Home Saliva COVID-19 Testing.
Available to any person who feels they need to be tested, with or without symptoms, at no cost. Visit the NMDOH/Vault webpage to order a test: https://learn.vaulthealth.com/nm/. Results Read More
County Hosts ADA Audit & Transition Plan Meetings
By Katherine Hudspeth
Los Alamos County
On Nov. 30, the Los Alamos County Community Services Department will be hosting ADA Audit and Transition Plan project meetings in an effort to discuss how we can work together to improve our accessibility to those in our community with disabilities.
This audit is focused on recreational facilities in our community which include athletic fields, picnic areas, trails, playgrounds, and other amenities. We are seeking input regarding barriers of use that you may have experienced.
Los Alamos County desires to have our community assets accessible to all. Read More
Pfizer Vaccine Clinic For Ages 5-11 Set For Nov. 22
COUNTY News:
The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) is administering the Pfizer vaccine for children 5-11 years old, 1-4 p.m. Monday Nov. 22, at the First Baptist Church at 2200 Diamond Dr.
Appointments are required and NMDOH has set up instructions at https://vaccinenm.org/kids for parents to register dependent children for the vaccine.
Parents/Guardians should schedule appointments and download consent forms. Use the event code ESVLGNF when registering.
Appointment holders for the clinic are reminded to:
- Complete the online NMDOH medical questionnaire the morning of the clinic;
RPLA Meeting Features Jim Hall Thursday Nov. 18
Jim Hall
RPLA News:
The Republican Party of Los Alamos County (RPLA) will feature Jim Hall as guest speaker at 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 18 at 2101 Trinity Dr., Suite A.
The public is invited to hear Hall speak on the evolving civil rights and political environment in the country since the 1970’s.
Hall has been active in Los Alamos and New Mexico politics for decades and brings a wealth of knowledge to these important and consequential issues.
Registered Republicans are invited to attend the Republican Party of Los Alamos (RPLA) Central Committee monthly business meeting immediately following a short Read More
Golf Course Waterline Replacement Begins Nov. 17
Los Alamos County Golf Course. Post file photo
COUNTY News:
This Wednesday Parker Construction will begin replacing the main waterline that maintains proper pressure for the Los Alamos County Golf Course front nine irrigation system.
The waterline runs beneath Diamond Drive and per the project manager there will be shoulder work resulting in the eastbound bike lane being closed periodically throughout the project.
Vehicle traffic is not anticipated to be impacted. The project is projected to be completed Dec. 17. Read More
Racial Equity & Inclusivity Task Force Meets Nov. 18
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Racial Equity and Inclusiv
This meeting is open to the public.
Find the agenda to this meeting here: Nov. 18, 2021 Racial Equity and Inclusiv
Find the link to this meeting here.
Webinar ID: 845 2162 5783 Read More
New Mexico COVID-19 Update Nov. 13-15: 3,712 New Cases, Totaling 295,767 With 22 New Deaths And 254,476 Recovered
SANTA FE — New Mexico state health officials announced 3,712 additional COVID-19 cases from Nov. 13-15 and a 7-Day positivity rate of 12.9 percent.
Los Alamos County reports 11 new cases between Nov. 13 and 15, bringing the total to 855 people who have tested positive for COVID-19. (County totals are subject to change upon further investigation and determination of residency of individuals positive for COVID-19.)
This update includes 22 new deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19.
Per the state Department of Health, the most recent cases are:
- 1,009 new cases in Bernalillo County
Los Alamos COVID-19 Impact For Week Ending Nov. 15
COVID-19 statistics for the week ending Nov. 15 impacting Los Alamos County:
- 815 tests
- 25 diagnoses
- 0 deaths
Chart 535: COVID-19 Update New Mexico Nov. 15
This chart displays the 14-day average number of COVID-19 diagnoses in Los Alamos County. Source: New Mexico Department of Health. Created by Eli Ben-Naim
