PAC 8 Community Media Center: Oct. 29-Nov. 4, 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 Oct. 29 through Nov. 4.
Friday, Oct. 29, 2021
- 6 a.m. — Democracy Now! – Live
- 10 a.m. — The Tom Hartman Program
- 11 a.m. — County Council Replay 10-19-21
- 3 p.m. — County Council Meeting – Live
- 4 p.m. — Rising Up with Somali
- 5 p.m. — PAC PAGES – Los Alamos County News Updates
- 6 p.m. — Demysifiying Retinol
Scenes Of Failed Switch In North Community
The switch cabinet at 45th Street and Arizona Avenue in North Community began smoking this afternoon so firefighters responded to the scene followed by a utilities crew. The utilities crew found a damaged power cable connector in the switch and repaired it (3rd wire from the left coming up from the ground). Photo by John Battles
The utilities crew determined a damaged power cable connector at 47th Street and Arizona Avenue caused the power outage this afternoon to customers in North Community. Photo by John Battles
Scene from the site of a power outage this afternoon in North Community. Photo Read More
Los Alamos COVID-19 Impact For Week Ending Oct. 25
Los Alamos COVID Impact:COVID-19 statistics for the week ending Oct. 25 impacting Los Alamos County:
- 679 tests
- 13 diagnoses (12 in Los Alamos, 1 in White Rock)
- 0 deaths
Chart 523: COVID-19 Update New Mexico Oct. 25
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.
The bars in this chart show the number of COVID-19 diagnoses in Los Alamos by age group for the seven-day period ending Oct. 25. Source: New Mexico Department of Health. Created by Eli Ben-Naim Read More
County Councilors Host Booth At Farmers Market Thursday
COUNTY News:
Two Los Alamos County Councilors, along with the Racial Equity and Inclusivity Task Force, will host a booth at the local Farmers’ Market 9-11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 28.
Market-goers are encouraged to stop by and chat with them about current issues, projects or other topics.
County Council hosts a booth at the outdoor Farmers Market twice per month during the warmer season. This will be the last opportunity to talk with Council at the Market until next year. Read More
Moderna Booster Vaccine Clinic Set For Sunday Oct. 31
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County, the New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) and Trinity Urgent Care will hold a vaccine clinic to administer a single Moderna booster (third dose) for select populations who received the Moderna vaccine as their primary series (first two doses).
The clinic is 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 31 at the Los Alamos High School Auxiliary Gym.
According to the Oct. 22 recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and the Prevention Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (CDC/ACIP) on the Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine booster (third dose), those Read More
Los Alamos DPU To Launch Natural Gas Survey
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities customers may receive an automated phone survey sometime between 9 a.m. and 8 p.m. Oct. 28 and Nov. 4
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 or 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 gas and how to prevent possible Read More
Power Restored To Majority Of North Community Customers
A map of the effected area. Courtesy/LAC
Update: As of 3:50 p.m., power is fully restored to all affected customers in North Community.
COUNTY News:
Power has been restored to the majority of customers in North Community as of 2:50 p.m. today. Approximately 20 customers are still without power near 47 Street and Arizona Avenue.
The cause of the outage is due to a failed switch on Arizona Avenue.
The estimated time to restore power to these customers is 4:30 p.m. today. Read More
County Planning & Zoning Commission Meets Oct. 27
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Planning and Zoning Commission meets at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 27 in Room 110 BCC Meeting Room at 1000 Central Ave. and virtually on Zoom.
This meeting is open to the public.
Find the agenda to this meeting here: Oct. 27, 2021 Planning & Zoning Commission Agenda.
Find the link to this meeting here.
Meeting ID: 865 2220 2019
Passcode: 68120 Read More
Cone Zone: Week Of Oct. 25, 2021
COUNTY News:
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.
Canyon Rim Trail Underpass
As the project nears completion, motorists may experience intermittent flagging operations Read More
BPU Oks Request To Increase Loan For White Rock Plant
COUNTY News:
Members of the Los Alamos Board of Public Utilities (BPU) voted unanimously in favor to approve Ordinance 712 at last Wednesday’s board meeting and to forward it to the County Council for consideration.
If Council approves the ordinance at its Nov. 9 meeting, it will authorize the utilities manager to request that the Department of Public Utilities’ 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 Read More
County LARES Taskforce Discusses Electric Heat Pumps
Mini split outdoor unit. Courtesy/LAC
Mini split indoor unit. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Electric heat pumps will be in the headlines much more in coming years. They are expected to replace gas-fired furnaces, boilers and conventional air conditioners to heat and cool our homes.
What are they? How do they work? And why would we want them?
Heat pumps are common. Refrigerators, freezers, and refrigerated air conditioners are heat pumps. They extract heat energy from cool or cold air, pump it “uphill,” and exhaust it into warmer air.
Heat pumps can be made bi-directional. Familiar examples include Read More
Power Now Fully Restored To Los Alamos Townsite
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU) reports that as of 9:50 p.m. today power has been fully restored to the Los Alamos townsite.
The DPU reported earlier this evening that Los Alamos National Laboratory’s (LANL) substation that feeds the Los Alamos townsite had lost power as of 7:42 p.m. today.
The cause for the substation losing power has not yet been announced. Read More
New Mexico COVID-19 Update Oct. 22: 982 New Cases, Totaling 268,891, 14 New Deaths, 238,146 Recovered
STATE News:SANTA FE — State health officials announced 982 new COVID-19 cases today in New Mexico.
Los Alamos County reported 2 new cases today, bringing the total to 791 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 14 new deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19.
Per the state Department of Health, the most recent cases are:
- 228 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 27 new cases in Chaves County
- 9 new cases in Cibola County
- 9 new cases in Colfax
Chart 521: COVID-19 Update New Mexico Oct. 22
The lines in this chart show the seven-day average number of daily COVID-19 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
Power Outage Affects Los Alamos Townsite
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU) reports that Los Alamos National Laboratory’s (LANL) substation that feeds the Los Alamos townsite lost power as of 7:42 p.m. today.
LANL crews are investigating.
DPU electric linemen are on standby.
Once LANL restores power, DPU linemen will re-energize the townsite one circuit at a time.
The estimated time for power to be fully restored is unknown at this time.
Check back at ladailypost.com for updates. Read More
County Steering Committee Tackles Signage Standards
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
Work progresses on revising Chapter 16 in the Los Alamos County Code, known as the development code. Tuesday, Oct. 19, the steering committee formed to revise the code met to offer its thoughts on proposed signage standards.
The meeting, which was led by Jessica Lawlis of Dekker, Perich, Sabatini, the firm contracted to assist in the effort to revise Chapter 16, addressed what types of signs are allowed and prohibited, the permitted dimensions of signs in different districts and the regulations for sign illumination.
Sign regulation Read More
Waterline Replacement Project Underway On N.M. 4
Workers are replacing a section of 16-inch waterline under and alongside N.M. 4 near the Truck Route ahead of an upcoming state road rehabilitation project. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Waterline replacement work underway on N.M. 4 near the Truck Route. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Staff Report
RMCI, under contract with the Los Alamos County Department of Public Utilities, is replacing a section of 16-inch waterline under and alongside N.M. 4 near the Truck Route ahead of an upcoming New Mexico Department of Transportation road rehabilitation project.
There are Read More
County Council Meetings Return To Zooming Only Format
COUNTY News:
Beginning Tuesday Oct. 26, the Los Alamos County Council meetings will return to a Zoom-only format in response to the rising number of COVID-19 positive cases within Los Alamos County.
The meetings will continue to start at 6 p.m. with public comment available via Zoom as well. The published agenda for each meeting will include the necessary link for the public to watch and participate.
“We have a responsibility to the public and staff to provide a safe environment for Council meetings.” Council Chair Ryti said. “The increase in numbers, combined with the strain on area hospitals Read More
County Council Hears Update On Local COVID-19 Status
Los Alamos County Emergency Manager Beverley Simpson reports on the COVID-19 situation Tuesday night to County Council. Screenshot/LADP
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
Los Alamos County has been through several phases regarding COVID-19, Council Chair Randall Ryti said during the Tuesday night council meeting. The first phase was the emergency response, then vaccination and now the County is encountering a new phase: long-term management of the health crisis.
Ryti added that the new phase offered an opportune time for the council’s COVID committee Read More
