Los Alamos County Fire Marshal Wendy Servey Enacts Baseline Fire Restrictions Effective Immediately
Fire Marshal Wendy Servey
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos Fire Department’s Fire Marshal Wendy Servey announced today that she is enacting Baseline Fire Restrictions for Los Alamos County, effective immediately.
Servey said the decision was made in partnership with LAFD’s Wildland Division today after reviewing the potential threat of wildfire, especially in light of the on-going COVID-19 pandemic emergency.
“Nationwide, the response to COVID-19 is straining all emergency response resources,” Servey said. “It requires a new way of operating. Large wildfires require an inter-agency response Read More
Canceled: Food Box Distribution At BESC Today
COUNTY News:
Today’s food box distribution in Los Alamos is CANCELED.
The Los Alamos County Social Services office was just contacted by the state Office of Aging and Long-Term Services staff announcing that the food boxes expected to arrive for pick-up noon to 4 p.m. today at the Betty Ehart Senior Center did not get loaded onto the truck this morning.
The food box distribution is now scheduled to occur noon to 4 p.m. Monday, May 11 at the Betty Ehart Senior Center, 1101 Bathtub Row. Read More
Letter To The Editor: What Qualifies A Person For Council?
By AARON WALKER
White Rock
After listening to the Democratic council candidates speak during the League of Women Voters forum, I was left with a glaring question: What makes someone a competent and decent public official?
The candidates touted their accomplishments at the lab, the military, and small business ownership as some of the things that “qualify” them to be county councilors. Do these things qualify someone to be an elected official?
Working at the lab does not provide any real benefit or qualification towards being a county councilor. Being in a leadership position at the lab and being Read More
Scenes From Farmers Market 50th Season Opening Day
The Los Alamos Farmers Market kicks off its 50th Anniversary Season today as Market Manager Cindy Talamantes, right, rings up a purchase for Sarah Manzanares at Ashley Pond Park. Today’s market launches this season’s outdoor market, which moved from the parking lot at Mesa Public Library to the Ashley Pond Park lawn next to the Justice Center. To comply with the governor’s public health order, everyone is asked to wear a mask and the market is roped off to control the crowds. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
Victor and Amalia Castillo cook up lunch today for Farmers Market patrons. Read More
Chart 54: COVID-19 In New Mexico May 7
Statewide counts. Shown are the cumulative numbers of tests, diagnoses, recoveries and deaths in New Mexico. Created by Eli Ben-Naim
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Traffic Alert: Nectar Closed For Utility Work 6 P.M. Today
Traffic Alert:
At 6 p.m. today, Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities water crews will close a section of Nectar Street, between 15th Street and 17th Street to replace a water line.
The closure is scheduled to remain in place until Friday evening, May 8.
While the Nectar entrance into the northeast parking area for Central Park Square will be closed, the 15th Street entrance at Myrtle will remain open for both ingress and egress.
The Nectar entrance into Central Park Square west of 17th Street (or across from the park) will not be affected.
Door hanger notifications were provided earlier Read More
LAPD Reminds Public To Keep Dogs On Leash
Maps of designated voice and sight control areas, including this one depicting Urban Park, can be found on the Los Alamos County Police website, click here. Courtesy/LAPD
LAPD News:
With the COVID-19 pandemic, more people are staying at home and not working.
This creates the unique opportunity for many individuals to take their dogs on walks around town and out on trails, while others go out and exercise or conduct outdoor activities.
Due to this, the Los Alamos Police Department Animal Control has received a large increase in calls concerning dogs off leash and being aggressive or invading Read More
New Mexico COVID-19 Cases Now At 4,493 With 3 More Deaths; 1,125 Recoveries
STATE News:
SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials have announced this afternoon 204 additional positive tests for COVID-19.
Los Alamos County remains at 6 cases that have tested positive for COVID-19.
Today’s update includes 3 additional deaths reported in New Mexico related to COVID-19.
Per the New Mexico Department of Health, the most recent cases are:
- 32 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 1 new case in Chaves County
- 3 new cases in Curry County
- 17 new cases in Doña Ana County
- 65 new cases in McKinley County
- 2 new cases in Rio Arriba County
- 7 new cases in Sandoval County
- 77 new cases in San Juan County
Los Alamos Municipal Court Uses Tech Savvy To Operate During COVID-19 Pandemic
Los Alamos County Municipal Court staff participate in a Zoom meeting. Courtesy/LAC
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
No one could predict the COVID-19 pandemic but as a result of instituting changes at the Los Alamos Municipal Court, Judge Elizabeth Allen and her staff accomplished something few other courts are able to do at this time, which is continue operating and offering resources to those who need it.
Allen said the Municipal Court staff made the decision to go paperless or “paper light” last year. She explained the court staff just uses what they Read More
Los Alamos County Council Chair Sara Scott Issues Update On COVID-19; Seeks Input On Reopening Community
By Chair Sara Scott
Los Alamos County Council
Thursday April 30, the Governor announced her phased plan for reopening the economy; I’ve posted the slides regarding what each of these phases will include and the criteria that will be used to evaluate readiness for progression along this path forward (see losalamosnm.us, COVID-19 button).
Phase 1 is currently anticipated to begin mid-May, but all proposed timelines are contingent on continued social distancing. The planned reopening will occur in the context of the continuing pandemic. It has not gone away, the virus can and will continue Read More
Travel Lane At 20th And Oppenheimer Has Reopened
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Gas Crews finished up at 6 p.m. today and opened the lane at 20th Street to Oppenheimer Drive.
After temporarily closing a section of Trinity Drive, from 20th Street to Oppenheimer Drive, due to gas line break around 2 p.m. today, Trinity Drive is now reopened to traffic.
The section of the Trinity Drive was closed when a New Mexico Department of Transportation contractor inadvertently struck a 4-inch gas line while excavating a sink hole near Ashley Pond.
There was no disruption in service. Read More
Chart 53: COVID-19 In New Mexico May 6
Statewide counts. Shown are the cumulative numbers of tests, diagnoses, recoveries and deaths in New Mexico. Created by Eli Ben-Naim
Fraction of people diagnosed with COVID-19 to date who are hospitalized, deceased or recovered. The complementary fraction is labeled as infected. Created by Eli Ben-Naim
Breakdown of diagnoses by ethnicity. Created by Eli Ben-Naim
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New Mexico COVID-19 Cases Now At 4,291; 7 More Deaths; 1,073 Recovered
STATE News:
SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials have announced this afternoon 153 additional positive tests for COVID-19.
Los Alamos County remains at 6 cases that have tested positive for COVID-19.
Today’s update includes 7 additional deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19
Per the state Department of Health, the most recent cases are:
- 18 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 1 new case in Catron County
- 8 new cases in Cibola County
- 3 new cases in Curry County
- 7 new cases in Doña Ana County
- 2 new cases in Lea County
- 63 new cases in McKinley County
- 1 new case in Otero County
- 1 new case in Roosevelt
County Responds To Gas Line Break On Trinity Today
County workers, including the fire department, are working to repair a broken gas line on Trinity Drive. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
Most lanes on Trinity Drive, from 20th Street to Oppenheimer Drive, have reopened after being temporarily closed while a broken gas line is repaired. The eastbound lane on the south side remains closed but is expected to reopen around 7:30 p.m. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
After temporarily closing a section of Trinity Drive, from 20th Street to Oppenheimer Drive, due Read More
Counties Welcome Bipartisan Proposal For Coronavirus Relief Package With Essential Aid For Local Governments
NACo News:
WASHINGTON – U.S. Representatives Antonio Delgado (D-N.Y.) and Lee Zeldin (R-N.Y.) and Senator Kristin Gillibrand (D-N.Y.) today introduced the Direct Support for Communities Act, a bipartisan coronavirus relief package for local governments.
The bill provides much-needed aid for counties and cities to address both lost revenue and increased expenditures as the result of the pandemic.
Additionally, U.S. House Appropriations Committee Chair Nita M. Lowey announced, in coordination with Speaker Pelosi, that House Democrats will soon release a proposal for the next Read More
Governor: Retailers, Businesses Shall Require Employees To Wear Face Coverings … Employers, Public Must Prepare
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham during a press conference this afternoon urging everyone to wear face masks and business owners to begin preparing for the first phase of reopening New Mexico. Screenshot/LADPGov.
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham presented this chart during a press conference this afternoon directing businesses to ensure employees wear face masks. Screenshot/LADP
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham presented this chart during a press conference this afternoon explaining the goal is to begin opening up in mid-May depending on public behavior. Screenshot/LADP
STATE News:
SANTA FE— Gov. Read More
Chart 52: COVID-19 In New Mexico May 5
Statewide counts. Shown are the cumulative numbers of tests, diagnoses, recoveries and deaths in New Mexico. Created by Eli Ben-Naim
Fraction of people diagnosed with COVID-19 to date who are hospitalized, deceased or recovered. The complementary fraction is labeled as infected. Created by Eli Ben-Naim
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New Mexico COVID-19 Cases At 4,138 With 6 New Deaths And 964 Patients Recovered
STATE News:
SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials have announced this afternoon 107 additional positive tests for COVID-19.
Los Alamos County remains at 6 cases that have tested positive for COVID-19.
Today’s update includes 6 additional deaths related to COVID-19.
Per the New Mexico Department of Health, the most recent cases reported today include:
- 21 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 4 new cases in Cibola County
- 1 new case in Curry County
- 3 new cases in Doña Ana County
- 43 new cases in McKinley County
- 5 new cases in Sandoval County
- 25 new cases in San Juan County
- 1 new case in San Miguel County
Los Alamos County Golf Course Re-Opens Friday With Restrictions Due To Amended Public Health Emergency Order
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos Golf Course will re-open on Friday, May 8 as part of the announcement last week from Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham’s office indicating that golfing is now a permitted activity under her amended public health emergency order related to COVID-19.
Hours of operation will be shortened, and golfers must have a tee time in order to play. Tee times will be in 15-minute intervals 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., seven days a week, until further notice.
Golfers must pay with a credit or debit card at the modified check-in window at the Pro Shop; no online payments. No retail sales from the Pro Shop Read More
