Environmental Sustainability Board Meets Nov. 21
This Is Trash & Recycling Week In Los Alamos
Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
This week the Los Alamos County Environmental Services Division is collecting trash and recycling materials.
Residents are reminded to not bag recycling, except shredded paper, which can be placed in a white or clear bag.
Also remember to lightly rinse plastic items. Read More
LAFD Shares Heating Fire Safety Tips
LAFD News:
Brrr! Do the chilly temperatures have you dreaming of cozy gatherings around a brightly lit fire? Or maybe your home’s heating systems are working double time to keep you warm this winter.
Los Alamos Fire Department (LAFD) says safety must be a top priority regardless of the type of heat source you are utilizing. Heating is the second leading cause of home fires.
Follow LAFD’s suggestions to keep your home warm and safe:
Space Heaters
“The biggest mistake is putting something too close to a heating source,” says Division Chief Joseph Baca. Keep anything that can burn three feet away from Read More
On The Job In Los Alamos: Troy Fernandez Addresses Those Who Provide Emotional Support To Others
On the job in Los Alamos is Troy Fernandez, LISW, left, speaking about self care during a meeting Tuesday at the Los Alamos County Fire Administration Office. Fernandez shared practical information with members of the Los Alamos County Chaplain Corps and Los Alamos National Laboratory Behavioral Health Response Team on how to monitor personal well being and make self care a priority for those who provide emotional support to others through their work or volunteerism. Photo by Jenn Bartram/ladailypost.comCone Zone: Week Of Nov. 18, 2019
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The Public Works/Traffic Division provides the latest updates on the following project:
N.M. 502 Road Construction/Roundabout:
In order to build the new Canyon Road connection, it is necessary to install an 8” waterline across N.M. 502 at Arroyo Lane. This will require a flagging operation, which is scheduled for Wednesday and Thursday.
The plan is for Star Paving to complete construction of the Canyon Road connection and then close the existing Canyon Road at a time/date yet to be determined. More information will be available in the next Cone Zone.
With the exception of traffic Read More
County Council Proclaims Dec. 3 Giving Tuesday
Los Alamos County Councilor David Izraelevitz, right, presents a proclamation Tuesday at the County Council meeting that designates Dec. 3 as Giving Tuesday. Local nonprofit representatives from left, Los Alamos Family Council Executive Director Jordan Redmond, Lemonade Living Founder/President Melissa Arias, PEEC Executive Director Katie Bruell, Self Help, Inc. Board President Rosemary Alme, Lemonade Living Board Secretary Margi Harrach, United Way of Northern New Mexico Executive Director Cindy Padilla, UNM-LA Chancellor and Los Alamos Community Foundation Read More
Los Alamos 2019 Regular Local Election Results Official
Los Alamos County Clerk Naomi Maestas, left, swears in members of the Canvass Board Thursday morning for the first ever Regular Local Election. Canvass Board members from left, Danielle Gardner, Cameron Counters, JoAnn Johnson, David Schiferl and Lee Weinland. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Gathered Thursday morning for the Regular Local Election Canvassing, from left, County Clerk Naomi Maestas, County Elections Manager Gloria Maestas, Chief Deputy Clerk Adrianna Ortiz and Senior Deputy Clerk Francella Montoya. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
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County Arts In Public Places Advisory Board Nov. 21
Scenes From 2019 Recycle Fashion Show Hosted By Los Alamos County Environmental Services Division
The Los Alamos County Environmental Services Division and Los Alamos Public Schools presented the 2019 Recycle Art Fair and Fashion Show Wednesday evening at Chamisa Elementary School in White Rock. The annual event included recyclable material crafts, games, art displays, make and take projects, fashion and refreshments. The Environmental Services Division provides solid waste and recycling services to Los Alamos County residents. Environmental Services Division mission is to provide exceptional solid waste and sustainability services to create a better community for Read More
County: First Half Of Property Taxes Due By Dec. 10
COUNTY News:Los Alamos County Council To Hear Animal Shelter Recommendations Tuesday Nov. 26
Los Alamos County Council will hear Councilor James Robinson’s recommendations for the animal shelter Nov. 26. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com To improve and enhance the Los Alamos County Animal Shelter, Animal Shelter Ad-Hoc Committee Liaison James Robinson is offering several recommendations.
His suggestions are:
In the short term, or within a year, increase the shelter staff by two full time employees who will solely work in shelter operations and animal welfare. Furthermore, the Los Read More
Overview Of Tuesday Night Council Meeting
From left, candidates for the state senate seat formerly held by Sen.Carlos Cisneros Gabriel Montoya, Kristina Ortez, Daniel Barrone and Roberto “Bobby” Gonzales explain to Los Alamos County Council why they are best suited for the job. Ultimately, council voted to recommend Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham appoint Ortez to fill Cisneros’ unexpired term. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.comLos Alamos County Council held its regular meeting Tuesday night and below is a summary of actions taken. Read More
Los Alamos Police Blotter: Nov. 8, 2019
LAPD News:
The following information is provided by the Los Alamos Police Department.
Neither arrests nor charges indicate a conviction, and neither means that a person is guilty of the charges filed against them.
MARSHALL MERLE SANCHEZ
Nov. 8 at 12:34 a.m. / Police arrested Marshall Merle Sanchez, 36, of Los Alamos at Central Avenue and 4th Street on an outstanding Magistrate Court warrant and charged him with possession of drug paraphernalia.
NAOMI RAE GONZALES
Nov. 8 at 4:18 a.m. / Police arrested Naomi Rae Gonzales, 19, of Los Alamos at 2025 East Jemez Road and charged Read More
Council Proclaims Nov. 4-9 LAHS Key Club Week
From left, Past Kiwanis President Philo Shelton, Don Casperson, Key Club Mentor Shelley Clark, Morris Pongratz, Key Club President Victoria Nisoli and Los Alamos County Councilor James Robinson hold up a proclamation that designates Nov. 4-9 as Key Club Week. The proclamation was made during the Tuesday night council meeting. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
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Los Alamos County Finance Department Honored 28th Time With Highest Form Of Recognition From GFOA
Members of the Los Alamos County Finance Department display their awards received from the Government Finance Officers Association. Staff members from left, Zhen Liu, Beatrice Odezulu, Karen Kendall, Julie Brothers, Mauricia Chavarria-Quam, Sonya Ortiz, Deputy Chief Financial Officer Melissa Meyer and Chief Financial Officer Helen Perraglio. Not pictured, Nicholle Cordova, Nicole Avila, David Griego and Yvette Atencio. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
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The Los Alamos County Council recognized the County Finance Department during Turesday’s Read More
Zero Waste Team: Turn Leaves Into Gardener’s Gold
Fall leaves can be used in a variety of ways including mulch, leaf mold and compost. Courtesy/ZWT
ZERO WASTE TEAM News:
- Zero Waste Tip: The recommended ratio for compost is one part green/nitrogen material and three parts brown/carbon material.
Now is the best time to start planning for spring gardens.
Composting in the fall allows time to create healthy compost by spring. Compost is vital to creating healthy soil to nourish plants. Healthy soil increases plant yields by enhancing aeration, water retention, nutrient availability, and resistance to soilborne disease.
Fall leaves can be used Read More
Self Help Begins Annual Bell-Ringing Fundraiser
Morrie Pongratz of Los Alamos is a bell-ringer in 2018. Courtesy/Self Help
SELF HELP News:
Did you know?
Los Alamos County has its very own Salvation Army outpost—Self Help, Inc, a longstanding local nonprofit serving people in need.
The Salvation Army contracts with Self Help to implement an emergency assistance program for Los Alamos County. This means that all Salvation Army funds raised locally stay local, and are used by Self Help to help people in Los Alamos County who are struggling with needs such as food and shelter!
Red-clad Salvation Army bell-ringers raising money for those in need Read More
County Notice Of Possible Quorum Nov. 13
Los Alamos County Eco Station And Overlook Convenience Center In White Rock Closed Veterans Day
Parks & Rec Reviews Recreation Capital Projects Nov. 14
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