County Health Council To Meet On Zoom Thursday Aug. 5
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Health Council (LACHC) will meet at noon Thursday, Aug. 5 on Zoom.
This meeting is open to the public.
Find the agenda here: AUG. 5, 2021 LACHC Agenda.
Find the link to this meeting here.
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Councilors To Host Booth At 2021 County Fair Aug. 14
COUNTY News:
Members of the Los Alamos County Council will host a booth at the 2021 County Fair Saturday, Aug. 14 at Ashley Pond Park.
The booth will open after the parade ends at approximately 10:45 a.m. and continue until 2 p.m. County staff will have information about a variety of current projects on display inside the booth for the public to view.
This is an informal setting and members of the public are welcome to stop by and chat with Councilors or ask questions of County staff.
The Council also hosts a booth during the Thursday morning Farmers Market. The next Council booth at the market is 9-11 Read More
County: Water Outage Planned For Pajarito Cliffs Area
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Department of Public Utilities (DPU) and contractor AUI have scheduled a 7-hour water outage for properties surrounding the Pajarito Cliffs area.
Customers affected by the outage are on both sides of N.M. 502 between Eastgate Drive and Entrada Drive.
The outage is scheduled to begin 10 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 3 and continue until 5 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 4.
DPU planned the evening outage to minimize the inconvenience to customers while the necessary water line work is completed. AUI will be relocating a section of 14-inch water line to accommodate new box culverts Read More
County Tourism Implementation Task Force Meets Aug. 4
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Tourism Implementation Task Force will meet 12 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 4.
This meeting will be held in person at 1000 Central Ave.
This meeting is open to the public.
Find the agenda here: AUG. 4, 2021 Tourism Implementation Task Force Agenda. Read More
Council Hosts Los Alamos County Town Hall Tuesday Aug. 3
Los Alamos County Council members from left, David Reagor, Sara Scott, David Izraelevitz, Vice Chair James Robinson, Chair Randall Ryti, Denise Derkacs and Sean Williams. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY COUNCIL News:
The Los Alamos County Council is hosting a Town Hall 6-9 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 3 in Council Chambers, 1000 Central Ave., in downtown Los Alamos.
Councilor David Reagor will serve as moderator for this Town Hall.
Purpose
The intended purpose of this Town Hall is to provide an opportunity for landowners and small business owners to discuss challenges and opportunities for entrepreneurs and Read More
Cone Zone: Week Of Aug. 2, 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, please 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 Read More
County: Update On Boards & Commissions Meeting Formats
COUNTY News:
In July, the County Council discussed and then decided to return to in-person meetings in Council Chambers, with the option for members of the public to continue to join meetings via the Zoom online video platform remaining in place.
Zoom had been added during the COVID-19 pandemic last year. The Council asked their various boards, commissions and committees (BCCs) to have a similar discussion at their meetings over the month of July and decide how to proceed – in-person only, Zoom only, or a “hybrid” using both options.
Two of the BCCs already made the decision in July to begin the Read More
Power Restored To Homes And Businesses In White Rock
Los Alamos County Public Utilities crews on the job early this evening behind Del Norte Credit Union near the intersection of Rover Boulevard and N.M. 4, working to repair a power outage that affected homes and businesses in White Rock. At about 7:30 p.m. the crews restored power to the area. Photo by Katy Korkos Read More
County: Power Outage Underway In White Rock
COUNTY News:
Portions of the White Rock community are experiencing an unplanned power outage.
Electrical crews are working on restoring power.
There may be a short outage in the entire community beginning at about 6 p.m. which should last no longer than 5 minutes.
Power is expected to be fully restored by 6:30 p.m. in White Rock. Read More
JJAB Marks Record Year Assisting Local Youth And Families
JJAB Executive Director Lisa Zuhn at a visit Wednesday at Ashley Pond Park. Photo by Jenn Bartram/ladailypost.com
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
Life isn’t easy – no matter a person’s age. Throw a global pandemic into the mix and the difficulties can exacerbate. Luckily for Los Alamos, JJAB assists those in need no matter the obstacles.
“Our word for last year was pivot,” JJAB Executive Director Lisa Zuhn said.
During the last year JJAB juggled from operating its programs in person to remote and then to hybrid, she said, adding that now they are ready to return Read More
Action From County Council Meeting July 27
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
Los Alamos County Council voted 6-1 to continue participating in the Carbon Free Power Project (CFPP) during its Tuesday night meeting.
Councilor Denise Derkacs cast the opposing vote.
She explained that the project seemed to pose too high a risk and she felt the Department of Public Utilities should pursue other options such as nuclear and solar power to achieve its goal of being carbon neutral by 2040.
Others on council said they believed it was worthwhile to remain in the project.
“With the tech available, nuclear is the most Read More
Los Alamos County Council Seeks Letters Of Interest To Fill Vacancy On Racial Equity & Inclusivity Task Force
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Council is seeking letters of interest to fill a vacancy for one of seven community members on the Racial Equity & Inclusivity Task Force.
The Task Force is chartered with developing and recommending how the County can promote inclusivity and a feeling of belonging to the benefit of all and the betterments of the community.
The primary purpose of the task force is to provide a framework and forum for open and transparent discussions in light of Council’s desire and direction to the County Manager to address racial equity and inclusivity, as discussed in the Read More
AVANGRID Agrees To Eliminate Some $1 Billion In Debt As Part Of Application To Merge With PNM
STATE News:
ALBUQUERQUE — As part of its merger application before the New Mexico Public Regulation Commission (NMPRC), AVANGRID, Inc. (NYSE: AGR) has agreed to eliminate 100 percent of the approximately $1 billion debt of 
PNM’s parent company PNM Resources, Inc (PNMR).
That debt will be assumed by AVANGRID, which has already fully funded the merger with $4 billion in additional equity capital.
The reduction in debt at PNM Resources will mean PNM will have stronger credit ratings, lower interest rates and more access to robust funding, that ultimately will benefit fees ratepayers pay.
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Los Alamos Police Investigate Recent Yard Decoration Thefts
Anyone who recognizes this yard decoration or knows the owner is encouraged to call Crimestoppers at 505.662.8282 or the Los Alamos Police Department at 505.662.8222. Courtesy/LAPD
LAPD News:
The Los Alamos Police Department is investigating recent thefts of lawn decorations that may be linked.
A peacock lawn decoration was potentially stolen overnight.
Anyone who recognizes this yard decoration or knows the owner is encouraged to call Crimestoppers at 505.662.8282 or the Los Alamos Police Department at 505.662.8222.
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Power Outage Planned For Portion Of Western Area
COUNTY News:
Weather permitting, electric linemen with the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU) have scheduled a 4-hour power outage for properties surrounding Sandia Drive in the Western Area.
Beginning at 10 p.m. Thursday, July 29, the outage will continue until 2 a.m. Friday, July 30.
Customers affected by the outage are on Ridgeway between 47th Street and Diamond Drive, the 45th/41st street loop south of Sandia; 44th, 43rd, 41st streets and homes on the west side of 40th Street that intersect Sandia.
DPU linemen have planned the evening outage to minimize the inconvenience Read More
Piñon Splash Pad Grand Opening For Community Aug. 5
Scene of children playing in June at the Piñon Splash Pad in White Rock. Photo by John McHale.ladailypost.com
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Community Services Department is hosting a Grand Opening Celebration 10 a.m. to noon Thursday, Aug. 5 of the Piñon Splash Pad in White Rock.
This event includes music, giveaways, activities, and fun splashing in the refreshing water.
The first 50 attendees will receive a special prize.
Los Alamos County officially opened the Piñon Splash Pad with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony June 11 celebrated by Council members, project architects, the construction Read More
New Mexico Tourism Dept. Takes Clean & Beautiful Grant Program To New Heights In FY22 With Record Participation
NMTD News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Tourism Department (NMTD) has awarded $789,800 to a record 53 communities through the New Mexico Clean and Beautiful Grant Program for FY22.
Due to increased interest in the program, NMTD was able to support an additional 16 communities in FY22 compared to FY21. The $789,800 grant program budget for FY22 also represents a $11,100 increase from FY21. NMTD also saw a significant increase of grantee retention in FY22. Nearly 90 percent of FY21 grant recipients applied for the program in FY22, compared to a previous retention rate of 71 percent for FY21.
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County Council Hosts Business Town Hall Tuesday Aug. 3
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Council invites the community to attend a business town hall at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 3 in Council Chambers at the Municipal Building, 1000 Central Ave.
The business town hall is focused on how planning and zoning revisions affect economic development in the County.
The owner of the former CB Fox building will give an update on that project. There will be a discussion on how property zoning changes such as the downtown pedestrian retail overlay affects local businesses.
This discussion will include the perspective of both property owners and small business Read More
County Historic Preservation Advisory Board Meets Aug. 4
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Historic Preservation Advisory Board (HPAB) meets 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 4 on Zoom.
This meeting is open to the public.
Find the link to the Agenda here: Aug. 4, 2021 HPAB Agenda.
Find the link to this meeting here.
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New Mexico COVID-19 Update July 27: 242 New Cases, Totaling 209,356 With 2 New Deaths And 196,698 Recovered
SANTA FE — New Mexico state health officials announced 242 additional COVID-19 cases today.
Los Alamos County reports zero new cases so the total remains at 548 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 2 new deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19.
Per the state Department of Health, the most recent cases are:
- 69 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 9 new cases in Chaves County
- 1 new case in Cibola County
- 5 new cases in Colfax County
