Los Alamos Rapid Response COVID-19 Watchlist: May 1-19
NMED News:
The New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) statewide Rapid Response COVID-19 Watchlist for May 1 through May 19 show a number of positive cases reported at Los Alamos National Laboratory and the Los Alamos Fire Department:
The “All Rapid Responses” data is a minimally processed dataset that represents positive cases in the workplace that are reported to the Environment Department through the Department of Health or by employers through the mandatory reporting requirement. Think of it as a readout of all positive cases reported as NMED receives them.
Some important notes about Read More
County LMRB Upcoming Meeting Dates
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Labor Management Relations Board (LMRB) meets 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, May 25 on Zoom.
This meeting is open to the public.
Find the link for this meeting here.
Meeting ID: 967 1645 6479
The meeting scheduled for June 2 has been canceled. The next regular scheduled meeting is Sept. 7. Read More
New Mexico COVID-19 Update: 210 New Cases, Total 201,695 With 4 New Deaths And 187,056 Recovered
- 59 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 1 new case in Chaves County
- 3 new cases in Cibola County
- 1 new case in
Los Alamos County Student Enrichment Summer Program Accepting Applications May 21 Through June 3
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County has been awarded grant funding from the Public Education Department to operate a Student Enrichment Summer Program for adolescents (ages 16-18) in high school to include recent graduates.
The program will run 20 hours a week for six weeks.
Students will have the option to rotate through County Departments or stay in a department for the full 6-week duration.
Students will work with mentors identified within each participating Department to develop a general sense of the roles and responsibilities specific to the Department. Students will be assigned small Read More
LAFD Wildland Division Chief Chief Kelly Sterna Updates Rotarians On 2021 Fire Season
Wildland Division Chief Kelly Sterna
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
Less than average snowpack, drier than usual monsoon season and major anniversaries of two large fires are all ingredients in a recipe for disaster. And Los Alamos could be served with an active wildland season this year due to these conditions, the Rotary Club of Los Alamos learned during its meeting Tuesday.
Wildland Division Chief Kelly Sterna reported that fire restrictions will go into effect, probably May 24.
“We’re sitting at the 10-year anniversary of Las Conchas Fire, the 21-year Read More
County: Celebrate Bike To Work Day Friday May 21!
New Mexico COVID-19 Update: 160 New Cases, Total 201,498 With 4 New Deaths And 186,901 Recovered
SANTA FE – New Mexico Department of Health officials announced 160 new COVID-19 cases today.
Los Alamos County reports 1 new case bringing the total to 528 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 4 new deaths today in New Mexico related to COVID-19.
The New Mexico Department of Health reports the most recent cases:
- 53 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 1 new case in Catron County
- 7 new cases in Chaves County
- 1 new case in Cibola
Chart 431 COVID-19 In New Mexico May 19
This map displays the percentage of fully-vaccinated residents by county. Source: New Mexico Department of Health. Created by Eli Ben-Naim Read More
Los Alamos County Proclaims May Older Americans Month
Los Alamos County Proclamation to LARSO in celebration of Older Americans Month. Courtesy/LARSO
LARSO News:
Los Alamos County issued a formal Proclamation to the Los Alamos Retired And Senior Organization (LARSO) in celebration of Older Americans Month.
The senior center staff and volunteers were recognized for their efforts to help seniors throughout the past year. The work included serving 3,000 meals a month, grocery and prescription pick-ups, delivering library books to those homebound and more. Their finest hour was working with Nambe Pharmacy to vaccinate seniors for COVID-19. Read More
DOH COVID-19 Update: 32 Of 33 Counties Now Turquoise
Memories And Gratitudes Mark The 21st Anniversary Of The Cerro Grande Fire
Scene from the parade in May 2001 marking the first anniversary of the Cerro Grande Fire. Photo by Zhen Huang
Scene from the parade in May 2001 marking the first anniversary of the Cerro Grande Fire. Photo by Zhen Huang
By ZHEN HUANG
Los Alamos
May 4, of 2021 marked the 21st anniversary of the Cerro Grande Fire. Two decades of time could have wiped out a lot of memories, however, I could never forget the heartfelt kindness and graceful support my family received from the Native Americans of our Pojoaque Pueblo neighboring community.
Twenty one years ago, I was a foreign scientist at LANL. My parents Read More
County Environmental Sustainability Board Meets May 20
COUNTY News:New Mexico COVID-19 Update: 155 New Cases, Total 201,336 With 2 New Deaths And 186,774 Recovered
SANTA FE – New Mexico Department of Health officials announced 155 new COVID-19 cases today.
Los Alamos County reports zero new cases so the total remains 527 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 today in New Mexico related to COVID-19.
The New Mexico Department of Health reports the most recent cases:
- 44 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 1 new case in Cibola County
- 4 new cases in Curry County
- 1 new case in De Baca
Chart 430 COVID-19 In New Mexico May 18
This chart displays the average number of daily diagnoses per 100,000 people by county. In Los Alamos, there are 1.5 daily diagnoses, on average, per 100,000 people. Source covidactnow.org. Map: mapchart.net. Created by Eli Ben-NaimLos Alamos County Enters Stage 1 Fire Restrictions
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos Fire Department Fire Marshal Wendy Servey announced today that she is enacting Stage 1 Fire Restrictions for Los Alamos County, effective Monday, May 24.
Servey said the decision was made in partnership with LAFD’s Wildland Division today after reviewing the potential threat of wildfire.
“Seasonal fire restrictions are often developed based on specific criteria related to wildland fire risk, such as moisture content of vegetation, weather outlooks, human risk factors and firefighting resource availability,” Survey said. “Cooperation of agency partners (Los Read More
Atomic City Transit Announces Temporary Bus Stop Closure At Diamond Drive And 38th Street
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Atomic City Transit announces today a temporary Stop Closure Notice.
Stop #174 at Diamond Drive and 38th Street will be closed for the repair of a water line break. This closure will affect Route 5 & 6 outbound trips from the Transit Center.
On Route 6, the closest available stops are Stop #300 Villa & 38th, #304 35th & Diamond, and #173 Diamond & Sycamore.
On Route 5, the closest available stops are Stop #175 35th & Diamond, and #173 Diamond & Sycamore.
To locate specific bus routes, call the Atomic City Transit office 505.661-RIDE (7433), Read More
County: Aquatic Center Closed Entire Day May 24
COUNTY News:
Canyon Road near the Aquatic Center continues to be closed. Crews have been constructing the new water line and tie-ins for the Leisure Lagoon and Aquatic Center.
The Aquatic Center will be closed Monday, May 24 for the entire day to allow for the final connections for the Leisure Lagoon, which also tie to the existing Aquatic Center Building.
The pool is scheduled to reopen May 25.
For more information, please call the Aquatic Center at 505.662.8170. Read More
Cone Zone: Week Of May 17, 2021
COUNTY News:
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.
Public Works Projects:
Canyon Rim Trail Underpass
Monday, motorists can expect a detour on NM502 to allow the contractor to work on the north Read More
New Mexico COVID-19 Update: 543 New Cases, Total 201,186 With 3 New Deaths And 186,553 Recovered May 15-17
STATE News:SANTA FE – New Mexico Department of Health officials announced 543 new COVID-19 cases between Saturday and Today.
Los Alamos County reports 1 new case so the total is now 527 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 over the 3-day period in New Mexico related to COVID-19.
The New Mexico Department of Health reports the most recent cases:
- 146 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 10 new cases in Chaves County
- 4 new cases
LAPD Focusing On Accident-Related Violations
LAPD News:
Continuing through the summer, the Los Alamos Police Department will be conducting traffic enforcement, focusing on accident-related violations.
There also will be random DWI checkpoints throughout the county during this time frame.
The public can help reduce the risk of vehicle crashes by adhering to posted speed limit signs, allowing enough room between them and the vehicle they are following and driving with caution when roadways are wet.
Officers also will be on the lookout for impaired drivers for the next few months. To report potentially impaired drivers, dial #D-W-I, Read More
