New Mexico COVID-19 Update: 3,370 New Cases, Totaling 286,086, 11 New Deaths, 249,938 Recovered
STATE News:SANTA FE — New Mexico state health officials announced 3,370 additional COVID-19 cases between Saturday and today.
Los Alamos County reported 13 new cases Saturday to Monday, bringing the total to 831 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 11 new deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19.
Per the state Department of Health, the most recent cases are:
- 774 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 3 new cases in Catron County
- 79 new
Chart 531: COVID-19 Update New Mexico Nov. 8
The bars in this chart show the number of COVID-19 diagnoses in Los Alamos versus date, and the line shows the seven-day average. Source: New Mexico Department of Health. Created by Eli Ben-NaimLos Alamos COVID-19 Impact For Week Ending Nov. 8
Los Alamos COVID Impact:COVID-19 statistics for the week ending Nov. 8 impacting Los Alamos County:
- 562 tests
- 23 diagnoses
- 0 deaths
Traffic Alert: Lane Closure On Diamond Drive Nov. 9
COUNTY News:
Crews from the Los Alamos County Traffic & Streets Division will be trimming overgrown elm trees on southbound Diamond Drive from North Road to Sandia Drive.
To safely accomplish this work, crews will be closing the right lane and adjacent sidewalk. Work will begin at 8 a.m. and should be completed by 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 9.
Motorists are urged to slow down through the work zone and follow all traffic control devices. Pedestrian traffic also is urged to follow all traffic control devices in the area.
Questions related to the road closure should be directed to Streets Superintendent Read More
LWVLA Lunch With A Leader Features Katie Leonard Nov. 18
Katie Leonard
LWVLA News:
The League of Women Voters of Los Alamos (LWVLA) community event, Lunch with a Leader, is noon to 1 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 18 on Zoom.
The month’s leader is Chair Katie Leonard of the Los Alamos County Resiliency, Energy, and Sustainability Task Force.
Leonard graduated from Los Alamos High School in 2001. She attended Willamette University in Salem, Ore., and has bachelor degrees in history and French and a Masters of Teaching. She was a high school French teacher for 13 years and has lived and taught English on three separate occasions in France.
Leonard said she is passionate Read More
On The Job In Los Alamos: Workers Pour Concrete And Install Windows At Leisure Lagoon On Canyon Road
On the job in Los Alamos this morning workers are pouring more concrete for the outside section of the Leisure Lagoon on Canyon Road. Photo by Ed Birnbaum
Workers install some of the windows this morning along the east side of the Leisure Lagoon building. Photo by Ed Birnbaum Read More
Penguin Ponders Egg At White Rock Senior Center
A penguin delights voters as it ponders an egg it laid on election day Tuesday outside the poling center at the White Rock Senior Center at 137 Longview Drive. This sculpture titled ‘Who Me?’ was created by artist Jinkie Hughes and in 1993 became part of the Los Alamos County Art Collection. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
Chart 530: COVID-19 Update New Mexico Nov. 7
The bars in this chart display the number of COVID-19 diagnoses by school for the seven-day period ending Nov. 7. Source: Los Alamos Public Schools (State ORD Selects Los Alamos County Parks, Recreation & Open Space To Receive A $19,300 Grant Award
COUNTY News:
Through a competitive grant process, the Outdoor Recreation Division (ORD) is investing in organizations to build trails, trailheads, signage, river access, and more throughout New Mexico.
It was announced Monday that Los Alamos County Parks, Recreation, and Open Space will receive $19,300 in grant funding.
The awarded Los Alamos County project will improve access for equestrians, mountain bikers and hikers into Bayo Canyon trail system from the North Mesa stables trail.
The project will widen the trail to equestrian trail standards that allow for multiple users and provide Read More
County: Winter Sidewalk Guidelines For 2021-22
The County reminds residents to keep sidewalks clear this winter. Courtesy/Michel Aspirot-CBC
COUNTY News:
During the winter months, the County would like to remind residents that it is important to keep sidewalks clear of snow and ice so that they remain passable for postal workers, children walking to school and others who need to use them.
When possible, and depending upon available resources, County crews will conduct sidewalk-clearing operations by removing snow first from the adopted “safe routes to school” and then move to other selected sidewalks. The County does not clear every Read More
Pueblo Canyon Rim Trail Partially Closed To Nov. 9
COUNTY News:
Crews have closed a small section of the Pueblo Canyon Rim Trail behind the Los Alamos County Airport next to the old incinerator building.
Crews are installing drainage culverts across this section of the trail to remedy drainage issues at the airport.
Work is scheduled for completion Tuesday, Nov. 9.
Crews will place a detour sign at the east and west ends of the trail closure detouring trail traffic through the airport parking lot.
Direct with questions, comments or concern to County Streets Superintendent Scott Halder at 505.662.8113 or email lacpw@lacnm.us. Read More
Council Action Expected At Meeting Tuesday Nov. 9
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Council will meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 9.
The meeting will be held virtually and can be accessed at https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85396454950, once the session has started,
or by 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: 853 9645 4950
Included on the agenda:
- An introduction of Ordinance No. 711: Loan/Grant Agreement with the New Mexico Finance Authority for Wastewater Plant Filtration System
- A public hearing on Ordinance No. 713, which would transfer about 2,698 square
New Mexico COVID-19 Update: 1,463 New Cases, Totaling 282,742, 12 New Deaths, 247,128 Recovered
STATE News:
SANTA FE — New Mexico state health officials today announced 1,463 additional COVID-19 cases.
Los Alamos County reported 6 new case Wednesday, bringing the total to 817 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 in New Mexico related to COVID-19.
Per the state Department of Health, the most recent cases are:
- 373 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 1 new case in Catron County
- 34 new cases in Chaves County
- 12 new cases
Chart 529: COVID-19 Update New Mexico Nov. 5
The lines in this chart show the seven-day average number of COVID-19 daily diagnoses per 100,000 people versus date nationwide, statewide and countywide. Sources: New York Times and New Mexico Department of Health. Created by Eli Ben-Naim Read More
DPU Natural Gas Telephone Survey Launches Today
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities’ (DPU) customers may receive an automated phone survey sometime between 9 a.m. and 8 p.m., today, Nov. 5 through Thursday, Nov. 11.
The purpose of the three-minute survey is to assess the effectiveness of the DPU’s public awareness program designed to promote natural gas safety for all stakeholders, including customers with and without gas heaters and appliances.
As a natural gas provider, DPU is committed to safely delivering gas to the community. It is equally committed to educating Los Alamos citizens on the potential dangers of natural Read More
Quorum Notice: Los Alamos BPU Meeting 11 AM Today
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County has issued a quorum notice stating that members of the Resiliency, Energy and Sustainability Task Force may attend the Los Alamos Board Of Public Utilities meeting at 11 a.m. today, Nov. 5 on Zoom.
This event is open to the public.
A quorum may be present, however no action will be taken. Read More
Council To Consider Loan Increase For White Rock Plant
COUNTY News:
Ordinance 712 will be considered by the Los Alamos County Council at its meeting 6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 9.
If approved, the ordinance would authorize the utilities manager to request that the Department of Public Utilities’ (DPU) loan amount with the New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) be increased from $17 million up to a maximum of $30 million for the construction of the water resource recovery facility (WRRF).
This facility is proposed to replace the aging White Rock wastewater treatment plant. Los Alamos citizens can watch the Nov. 9 council meeting and provide public comment Read More
Officials Break Ground On Hill Apartments At 121 & 141 35th
Breaking ground on the Hill Apartments Wednesday afternoon at 121 and 141 35th St., are from left, Los Alamos County Economic Development Administrator Daniel Ungerleider, Community Development Director Paul Andrus, Peters Corp/LAH Investors, Inc. Senior Development Executive Bill Enloe, Councilor David Izraelevitz, Council Chair Randall Ryti, Councilor Denise Derkacs, Century Bank Senior Vice President of Finance Anne Kain, Pavilion Construction Project Manager Robert Faith and Mike Perry of Whitneybell-Perry Architects. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
By KIRSTEN Read More
Los Alamos County Victim Assistant Serves Vital Role
VA News:
The Los Alamos County Victim Assistant (VA) serves the community in providing services and support for victims of domestic violence, harassment, child abuse, stalking and sexual offenses.
The VA also acts as a liaison between victims and law enforcement, the district attorney, and any organizations that support victims with various resources that are based on the individual needs and situations.
Most individuals seeking help are victims of domestic violence. Domestic violence is a pattern of abusive behavior that is used by one partner to gain or maintain power and control over Read More
County BPU Holding Special Meeting Friday Nov. 5
COUNTY News:
A special Board of Public Utilities (BPU) meeting is scheduled for 11 a.m. this Friday, Nov. 5. BPU members are meeting virtually to provide feedback and consensus to the Department of Public Utilities (DPU) on the parameters and energy generation portfolios to be contemplated in the development of a new Integrated Resource Plan (IRP).
An IRP serves as a roadmap to assist the county in planning for the acquisition of future power generation resources. Los Alamos citizens can watch the meeting and provide public comment via the Zoom platform.
With expected plans to exit the San Juan Read More
