County: Atomic City Transit Detour On Route 2M (White Rock/Main Hill) Begins Monday Aug. 16
Atomic City Transit. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Atomic City Transit will operate a detour on Route 2M (White Rock via Main Hill) due to the Main Hill rockfall mitigation project and road closure starting Monday, Aug. 16.
The project is expected to take 10 working days to complete.
The Route 2M detour is expected to be active 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Friday while the Main Hill is closed.
During the detour, Route 2M will travel on the Truck Route instead of the Main Hill and make a loop Downtown after arriving at the Transit Center.
A map and timetable of the detour are available on the County website
County Announces Lemon Lot Online Permitting Option
COUNTY News:
As of this week, individuals who live or work in Los Alamos County can reserve online a space in the County’s Lemon Lot through the Los Alamos County Park, Recreation and Facility Reservation website.
The Lemon Lot, next to the Sullivan Field parking lot on Diamond Drive between Canyon Road and Trinity Drive, is where local residents sell used vehicles.
“For the convenience of our citizens it is no longer necessary to visit the Customer Care Center in person to demonstrate vehicle ownership and obtain a permit. Everything can be conducted online,” Deputy Utilities Manager Robert Read More
County Planning And Zoning Commission Meets Aug. 11
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Planning and Zoning Commission will meet 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 11.
This meeting will be held in person at the Council Chambers 1000 Central Avenue and virtually on Zoom.
This meeting is open to the public.
Find the link to the agenda here: Aug. 11, 2021 Planning and Zoning Commission Agenda.
UPDATE To New Mexico COVID-19 Update: 671 New Cases, Totaling 213,247 With ‘6’ New Deaths, 197,222 Recovered
Update: New Mexico state health officials sent a revised report Sunday indicating there were 6 not 3 new deaths in the state Friday due to COVID-19 and 5 not 2 new cases in Los Alamos bringing the county total to 566.
STATE News:
SANTA FE — New Mexico state health officials Friday announced 671 additional COVID-19 cases.
Los Alamos County reports 2 new cases bringing the total to 561 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 3 new deaths
County Council Holds Regular Session Tuesday Aug. 10
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Council will meet in regular session at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 10 in Council Chambers inside the Municipal Building at 1000 Central Ave.
This meeting will be televised.
This meeting is open to the public.
Find the Agenda for this meeting here: Aug. 10, 2021 County Council Agenda. Read More
Chandler: Calling On County Councilors To Defeat Ordinance 02-317 … The Downtown Pedestrian Overlay Zone
By GEORGE CHANDLER
Los Alamos
Editor’s note: Local resident George Chandler sent the following letter to the Los Alamos County Council this evening calling on them to defeat Ordinance 02-317, the downtown Pedestrian Overlay Zone.
To: County Council
From: George Chandler
Date August 8, 2021
Re: Aug. 10 hearing on ordinance 02-317, downtown Pedestrian Overlay Zone
Attachments: Decker Parish Sabatini (DPS) memo of 5-26-21 (link).
Dear Councilors,
The Town Hall organized and run by Councilors Reagor, Derkacs, and Scott last week reinforced and illuminated most of the points I made in previous Read More
County Council Agenda Highlights For Tuesday Aug. 10
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Council will meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday in Council Chambers inside the Municipal Building at 1000 Central Ave.
This meeting is open to the public in person and on Zoom.
The following Zoom meeting link/telephone call in numbers may be used for
public viewing and participation:
Zoom:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85008297188
Telephone:
Dial (for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location):
US: +1 346 248 7799 or +1 720 707 2699 or +1 253 215 8782 or +1 312 626
6799 or +1 646 558 8656 or +1 301 715 8592
Webinar ID: 850 0829 7188
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Cone Zone: Week Of Aug. 9, 2021
COUNTY News:
The projects listed in this section are being managed by Los Alamos 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.
Note: the below information is based on a schedule provided by the contractors and may change due to weather or other delays.
Public Works Projects:
Canyon Rim Trail Underpass
The highway detour has been shifted to the north side of N.M. 502 allowing the contractor Read More
Rehabilitation Work Completed; Canyon Rim Trail Reopens
COUNTY News:
GM Emulsion has completed the trail surface rehabilitation work on the Canyon Rim Trail from Knecht Street to the current trail termini at the Trail Underpass Construction Site and the trail has been reopened.
This work filled cracks and placed a new surface layer to extend the life of the trail pavement.
Users of the trail are reminded that there is no current access to N.M. 502 at the eastern termini of the trail while the Underpass is under construction.
The extents of the active work area are clearly marked, and no public access is allowed within this area at any time for safety reasons. Read More
LAPD Responds To 5 Auto Burglaries On Los Pueblos
Two suspects spotted on video and wanted in connection with five auto burglaries that occurred between 1:30 a.m. and 2:30 a.m., Monday on Los Pueblos Street. Image/LAPD Video Screenshot
LAPD News:
Los Alamos police responded Monday morning to reports of five auto burglaries, which occurred between the hours of 1:30 a.m. and 2:30 a.m. on Los Pueblos Street.
To watch a video of the scene titled, “LAPD Auto Burglaries 08/1-2/2021”, click here: https://vimeo.com/user111050420.
Anyone with information regarding the suspects is asked to contact L.A. Crime Stoppers at 505.662.8282. Read More
Local Entrepreneurs And Landlords Talk Business
Entrepreneurs, landlords and residents gather Tuesday night to discuss issues surrounding the local business environment. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
What is the secret to a successful business in Los Alamos? Does zoning or lower rents or more customers help? These questions were discussed during a town hall meeting Tuesday night.
The town hall, which was held in Los Alamos County Council chambers as well as on Zoom, was moderated by Los Alamos County Councilor David Reagor. Councilors Denise Derkacs and Sara Read More
County Councilor Sara Scott Shares Community Update
By Councilor Sara Scott
Los Alamos County Council
I hope this note finds you, your family, and friends well and enjoying the mild summer and rain! Today I’ll provide an update regarding COVID-19 response efforts, back-to-school considerations, and other projects and initiatives around the County.
As a community, we are continuing a strong response to the COVID-19 pandemic. According to the County Emergency Manager, as of Wednesday Aug. 4. 90 percent of eligible county residents have received one vaccine and 85 percent are fully vaccinated. Additionally, the Governor has issued an Executive Read More
Bone Orchard Performs At Summer Concert At Pond Friday
Bone Orchard performs this Friday for the Summer Concert at Ashley Pond Park. Courtesy/Sancre Productions
Summer Concert News:
Southwest Americana band Bone Orchard will perform this Friday at Ashley Pond Park in the Los Alamos Summer Concert Series Presented by Toyota of Santa Fe.
With Daniel Pretends Eagle on guitar and vocals, Carol Morgan-Eagle on vocals, Chipper Thompson on mandolin, guitar and Vihuela, Michael Chavez alternating with Ray Vollmer on drums, and Paul Reid on bass, this band will take you on a journey through a Spanish Gypsy Western soundscape that will keep you dancing Read More
County Shares Aug. 3 Business Town Hall Zoom Recording
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Council held a business town hall Aug. 3 that was focused on how planning and zoning revisions affect economic development in the County.
There was discussion on how property zoning changes such as the downtown pedestrian retail overlay affects local businesses, with input and presentations from the perspective of both property owners and small business owners.
The meeting spanned approximately three and a half hours and the Zoom recording is available for public viewing on the link below:
https://us06web.zoom.us/rec/share/faILOutD6MbJHdsZ22vn_7hgrzSF-2VzxudGnYdpxaPSkvYIGK0P6pohU_kTaYr-.O0Z-OnZ-0zjI37D3 Read More
Atomic City Transit White Rock/Main Hill Detour Aug. 10-20
COUNTY News:
Atomic City Transit will operate a detour on Route 2M (White Rock via Main Hill) due to the Main Hill road closure starting Tuesday, Aug. 10.
Road work is expected to be completed Friday, Aug. 20, so regular Route 2M service is planned to resume Monday Aug. 23.
The Route 2M detour is expected to be active, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Friday while the Main Hill is closed.
During the detour, Route 2M will travel up and down the Truck Route instead of the Main Hill and will make a loop downtown after arriving at the Transit Center.
A map and timetable of the detour are available at website and Read More
Chamber Business After Hours Meet & Greet Aug. 18
The community is invited to meet new Los Alamos County Economic Development Administrator Dan Ungerleider, 4-6 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 18 at the Chamber of Commerce Office 190 Central Park Square (in the Small Business Center behind the Post Office). Courtesy/Chamber Read More
New Mexico COVID-19 Update: 478 New Cases, Totaling 211,970 With 1 New Death And 197,142 Recovered
STATE News:
SANTA FE — New Mexico state health officials Tuesday announced 478 additional COVID-19 cases.
Los Alamos County reports zero new cases so the total remains at 555 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 1 new death in New Mexico related to COVID-19.
Per the state Department of Health, the most recent cases are:
- 132 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 1 new case in Catron County
- 17 new cases in Chaves County
- 2 new cases in Cibola
Los Alamos County Implements Mandatory Mask-Wearing Regardless Of Vaccination Status
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County has implemented mandatory mask-wearing for employees and the public – vaccinated or unvaccinated – entering County facilities beginning today, Aug. 3.
The decision was made Monday afternoon out of an abundance of caution, based on Centers for Disease Control (CDC) guidance that all individuals – regardless of vaccination status – wear a mask when indoors.
Signs are being posted today at all County facilities regarding the need for a mask in order to enter.
Other services such as Atomic City Transit and both Senior Centers may have more stringent rules for use Read More
Cancelled: County Transportation Board Meeting Aug. 5
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Transportation Board meeting scheduled for 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 5 has been cancelled.
The next regular monthly meeting is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 2. Read More
New Mexico COVID-19 Update July 31-Aug. 2: 1,076 New Cases, Totaling 211,492 With 4 Deaths, 197,079 Recovered
SANTA FE — New Mexico state health officials announced 1,076 additional COVID-19 cases Saturday, July 31 through today.
Los Alamos County reports 3 new cases bringing the total to 555 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 three-day update includes 4 new deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19.
Per the state Department of Health, the most recent cases are:
- 340 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 2 new cases in Catron County
- 44 new cases in
