Cone Zone: Week Of Oct. 11, 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
The current highway detour will be shifted to the north side of NM502 allowing the contractor Read More
Update From Resiliency, Energy & Sustainability Task Force
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos Resiliency, Energy and Sustainability Task Force is now over halfway through its chartered time; it is scheduled to sunset in February.
The Task Force has submitted its Interim Report to the Los Alamos County Council with preliminary ideas for recommendations to reduce greenhouse gas emissions throughout the county (exclusive of LANL). Nothing has been finalized, and these interim recommendations are subject to change, modification, or elimination in the final report.
Council will then consider whether to accept, reject or modify those recommendations. Read More
Chart 516: COVID-19 Update New Mexico Oct. 8
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. The table compares the average number of daily diagnoses per 100,000 people since the start of the pandemic (March 2020) with the corresponding figures for the past week. Los Alamos County had a record number of 54 cases this week, and for the first time, the daily number of diagnoses in the county exceeds both the national average and the state average. Sources: New York Times and New Mexico Department of Health. Created by Eli Ben-NaimWalk-ins Welcome At Pfizer Booster Vaccine Clinic Sunday
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County and the New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) will hold a vaccine clinic to administer a single Pfizer booster (third dose) for select populations who received the Pfizer vaccine as their primary series (first two doses).
The clinic is 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 10 at the Auxiliary Gymnasium at Los Alamos High School.
According to the Sept. 24 recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and the Prevention Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (CDC/ACIP) on the Read More
LWV School & College Board Candidate Forum Draws Crowd
County Clerk Naomi Maestas presents details on the 24-hour ballot drop box placed at Mesa Public Library. For security, cameras are trained on the box at all times, day or night, she said. Screenshot/LAPD
By BONNIE J. GORDON
Los Alamos Daily Post
bjgordon@ladailypost.com
The League of Women Voters of Los Alamos (LWV) presented a Candidate Forum for Los Alamos Public Schools (LAPS) Board and UNM-LA Advisory Board Wednesday, Oct. 6 via Zoom.
A hundred people had registered for the forum and during the course of the evening, more than 80 people logged on to watch it. Felicia Orth of the League served Read More
Atomic City Transit Route 2M (Main Hill) Will Not Operate Oct. 8 Beginning At 11:30 A.M. And Resumes Regular Service Oct. 11
COUNTY News:
Atomic City Transit (ACT) will not operate Route 2M (Main Hill) beginning at 11:30 a.m. Friday, Oct. 8 through the remainder of the day due to a staffing shortage.
Riders should plan to use Route 2T (Truck Route), which will continue to operate its regular schedule until 6:58 p.m.
Route 2M service will resume Monday, Oct. 11.
Direct questions to ACT at 661-RIDE (7433) or use the ACTracker to locate bus routes in real-time. For the specific route service schedules, click here. Read More
Los Alamos County Updates Community On Vaccine And Testing Locations And Resources
COUNTY News:
With many local COVID resources changing hours and services to better accommodate the most common requests from the public, Los Alamos County felt it important to update the public with the latest options and locations for COVID testing and vaccines.
COVID-19 TESTING LOCATIONS
Anyone who needs to be tested for COVID-19, the following resources are available:
Curative Shallow Nasal Swab Testing in Los Alamos
Register first: Visit the Curative website at https://curative.com to schedule a date and time.
Testing Dates & Times: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. every Tuesday and Thursday Read More
New Mexico COVID-19 Update Oct. 7: 1,025 New Cases, Totaling 257,9707, 14 New Deaths, 228,486 Recovered
STATE News:
SANTA FE — State health officials announced 1,025 additional COVID-19 cases Thursday in New Mexico.
Los Alamos County reported 34 new cases Thursday, bringing the total to 720 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.)
Per the state Department of Health, the most recent cases are:
- 212 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 47 new cases in Chaves County
- 10 new cases in Cibola County
- 7 new cases in Colfax County
- 16 new cases in Curry County
- 45 new cases in
Scenes Of County Social Services Division Grand Reopening
From left, Los Alamos County Health Care Specialist Eloisa Sanchez, Los Alamos Senior Organization (LARSO) Executive Director Bernadette Laurtizen, Social Services employee Deni Fell, Los Alamos County Council Chair Randall Ryti, Social Services Manager Donna Casados, Family Strengths Network Executive Director Carie Fanning, Las Cumbres Development Communications Manager Jeremy Varela and Community Services Department Director Cory Styron, prepare to cut the ceremonial ribbon Thursday morning at the grand reopening of the Los Alamos County Social Services Department at Read More
Los Alamos County/LACDC Seek Public Feedback In Mobile Food Vending Survey
COUNTY/LACDC News:
Want Food Trucks? Los Alamos County, in partnership with the Los Alamos Commerce & Development Corporation (LACDC), wants the community’s input about Food Trucks and Mobile Food Vending in the County.
Information gathered from this survey will be used to create a new Mobile Food Vending Ordinance.
The County’s goal with this new ordinance is to make it easier for vendors to provide a variety of food and/or beverage choices from trucks, bikes, push carts or other wheeled vehicles in a way that is safe and convenient for both vendors and the Los Alamos community.
The Read More
Scenes From Customer Service Week
Scene of the Los Alamos County 2021 Customer Service Week celebration Thursday afternoon in the entryway to the Municipal Building at 1000 Central Ave., in downtown Los Alamos. Representatives from County departments greet community members, answer questions and distribute information about their various operations. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
Customer Care Center representatives Paula Nelson, left, and Amanda Burnworth greet community members Thursday during the County’s Customer Service Week event at the Municipal Building. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com Read More
LAPD Reminds Motorists And Pedestrians To Travel Safely Following Second Fatal Crash Of 2021
LAPD News:
The Los Alamos Police Department (LAPD) investigated a fatal crash in White Rock on Sept. 20, involving a vehicle versus a pedestrian.
The pedestrian victim was a 56-year-old female resident of White Rock.
The Department’s patrol division and crash reconstruction team responded to the scene. The investigation was forwarded to the 1st Judicial District Attorney’s Office for review.
Failure to Yield and Careless Driving moving violations were issued to the driver of the vehicle through the Magistrate Court with a mandatory court appearance. This event was another tragedy for Read More
Council Proclaims October Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Police Chief Dino Sgambellone, left, accepts a proclamation from Los Alamos County Council Vice Chair James Robinson during Tuesday night’s council meeting. The proclamation declares October Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
COUNTY News:
During Tuesday night’s Los Alamos County Council meeting, a proclamation was presented, which declares October Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
Vice Chair James Robinson read the proclamation, which states:
WHEREAS: In 1989, Congress designated October as National Domestic Violence Read More
County Deals With Some Troublemakers … Feral Cows
Wrangler Cody Fahrion keeps a feral cow calm in Los Alamos County recently while waiting for a cattle trailer. Courtesy/LACA
A cowboy ropes a feral cow recently in Los Alamos County to be taken to the state brand inspector. Courtesy/LAC
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
There is a real gang of troublemakers in Los Alamos. With no regard to rules, they go where they want to go, do whatever they want and leave a trail of mess and destruction.
These hooligans may not be what you think. While most cattle appear docile and tame, the ones running amuck in Los Alamos are feral Read More
Canceled: Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting Oct. 13
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 13 has been canceled.
The next scheduled meeting is 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 27 in Council Chambers at 1000 Central Ave., and on Zoom.
The notice for this cancelation has been posted and is online here. Read More
Bryce Ternet: County Planner By Day, Novelist By Night
Los Alamos County Planning Manager and novelist Bryce Ternet seizes the opportunity during his lunch break recently to make edits to his latest book. Courtesy photo
Book cover of The Basque Dilemma. Courtesy image
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
People may know Bryce Ternet as Los Alamos County Planning Manager, but there is another side to Ternet – a literary side.
Ternet has self-published nine novels as M. Bryce Ternet. Their subjects range from international crisis to escapades involving treasure hunts right here in New Mexico. Although sales of the books Read More
Public Meeting On Golf Course Site Improvements Oct. 12
COUNTY News:
County staff will conduct an informational public meeting Tuesday, Oct. 12, to discuss the Golf Course Site Development Improvements.
A hybrid meeting will be held at 5:30 p.m. in Council Chambers at the Municipal Building, 1000 Central Ave., and via Zoom.
Passcode: 318028
A summary of the improvements include:
- Driving range expansion, and the renovation/realignment of five holes;
- Reconstruction of four greens (including one practice green;
- Renovation/reconstruction of appropriate sand bunkers with liner;
- Modification and construction of select teeing grounds;
- Replacement/realignment
County Council Proclaims October Drug Free Month
Police Chief Dino Sgambellone, left, accepts a proclamation Tuesday night from Los Alamos County Councilor David Izraelevitz, which declares October Drug Free Month. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
COUNTY News:
During the Los Alamos County Council Tuesday night in Council Chambers, a proclamation was presented, which declares October as Drug Free Month.
Councilor David Izraelevitz read the proclamation, which states:
WHEREAS: It is the goal of all organizations who deal with the prevention of drug abuse to motivate people to more active participation in programs to eliminate Read More
New Mexico COVID-19 Update Oct. 6: 838 New Cases, Totaling 256,947 With 10 New Deaths And 227,898 Recovered
STATE News:SANTA FE — New Mexico state health officials announced today 838 more COVID-19 cases.
Los Alamos County reports 3 new cases today bringing the total to 686 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.)
Per the state Department of Health, the most recent cases are:
- 214 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 1 new case in Catron County
- 29 new cases in Chaves County
- 13 new cases in Cibola County
- 12 new cases in Colfax County
- 8 new cases in Curry County
- 2 new cases
County Council Proclaims Customer Care Week Oct. 4-8
From left, Los Alamos County Customer Care Service representatives Catrina Chavez, Paula Nelson, Amanda Burnworth, Sara Lujan and Joann Gentry accept a proclamation from County Councilor David Reagor during the Tuesday night council meeting. The proclamation declares Oct. 4-8 as Customer Service Week. From 1-3 p.m. Thursday there will be a special event in the Municipal Building west patio that will feature the Customer Care Center as well as other County staff services. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
COUNTY News:
During Tuesday night Los Alamos County Council meeting, a proclamation Read More
