DP Road Phase II Reconstruction Project Work Activities Today
COUNTY News:
TLC Plumbing & Utility, under contract with Los Alamos County to construct the DP Road Phase II Reconstruction project, will be performing road grading today, June 7, near the Los Alamos County Fire Department Training Center.
The work will require one-lane closures with flaggers present to direct traffic. Access will be maintained during this work.
Motorists, bicyclists, and pedestrians are advised to use caution around construction activities and avoid entering the work zones.
Direct questions, concerns, or special access needs to the Public Works Department at lacpw@lacnm.us Read More
County Lifts Stage 1 Fire Restrictions June 6
LAFD News:
Fire Marshal Colorado Cordova with the Los Alamos Fire Department (LAFD) has announced that all fire restrictions in Los Alamos County are lifted, effective June 6, 2025. This decision comes after careful evaluation of recent rainfall and an increase in fuel moisture content that has reduced the immediate risk of wildfire.
With the lifting of restrictions, residents and visitors are now welcome to enjoy outdoor activities at County parks and developed campsites. Campfires and charcoal grills are once again permitted.
However, Fire Marshal Cordova strongly encourages everyone Read More
Concrete Pour At East Park Basketball Court Friday
COUNTY News:
Weather permitting, Los Alamos Landscaping & More, under contract with the Los Alamos County Parks Division, will conduct a post-tension slab concrete pour for the East Park basketball court Friday, June 6.
Work is scheduled to begin at 4 a.m. and will continue throughout the day until approximately 10 p.m.
The new concrete slab will replace the existing surface, which has deteriorated over time due to wear and weather exposure. A post-tension slab is designed to reduce future cracking and increase durability, resulting in a longer-lasting surface better suited to year-round Read More
County P&Z Commission To Meet Wednesday June 11
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Planning and Zoning Commission is scheduled to meet at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 11, in Council Chambers at the Municipal Building, 1000 Central Ave.
The meeting is open to the public in person and on Zoom:
Los Alamos County Debuts Weather Alert Monitoring System
COUNTY News:
New Mexico thunderstorms come up quickly in Los Alamos and most days leave just as fast! With the use of a new weather station monitoring system called Perry Weather, everyone can rest a bit easier knowing there is a system in place reading real-time weather events.
In partnership with Perry Weather, Los Alamos County has taken a significant step beyond traditional safety measures, which often rely on handheld and mobile devices.
The newly installed permanent weather stations provide comprehensive coverage and offer automated updates every 15 minutes. This advanced system Read More
Local Republicans To Host Cookout In White Rock June 6
Republican Party of Los Alamos Chair Lisa Shin, front row third from left, was invited to the White House recently for a special Asian American and Pacific Islander reception. Courtesy/RPLA
Republican Party of Los Alamos Chair Lisa Shin, second from left, with others invited to the White House recently for a special Asian American and Pacific Islander reception. Courtesy/RPLA
By LISA SHIN
Chair
Republican Party of Los Alamos
Congratulations to the Los Alamos Federated Republican Women (LAFRW) for a successful Sunflower Tea event! Republicans in White Rock are invited to a cookout at 6 p.m. Read More
Utilities Seeks Council Approval For Rate Hikes
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU) is proposing two rate changes, for electric and sewer services, and a future rate restructuring that would allow DPU to implement Time-of-Use billing for electric service.
The rate ordinances were introduced to the Los Alamos Board of Public Utilities (BPU) at its regular monthly meeting March 19 and to the Los Alamos County Council May 6. After a public hearing, BPU members approved the proposals April 16. One remaining public hearing is scheduled for the County Council meeting at 6 p.m., Tuesday, June 10. Council members will Read More
Piñon School Access Road Construction Begins Today
Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Construction crews with Jaynes Corporation will begin work on the Piñon School access road, Wednesday June 4 to Sunday Aug. 10, 2025. The project, a partnership between the County Public Works Department and Los Alamos Public Schools, involves road and drainage improvements for the north access road to Piñon School.
The project will temporarily close the current Piñon Access Road at Sherwood Boulevard. Pedestrian access to the tennis courts will be provided with parking in the Piñon Park/Rocket Park parking lot.
Hours of Construction
Jaynes Corporation will Read More
Los Alamos County Transportation Board To Meet June 5
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Transportation Board is scheduled to meet at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, June 5, in Council Chambers at the Municipal Building, 1000 Central Ave.
The meeting is open to the public in person, and for convenience, the following Zoom meeting link and/or telephone call-in numbers may be used for public viewing and participation.
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- Meeting ID: 813 5706 0773
- https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81357060773
- +13462487799,,81357060773# US
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- +1 720 707 2699 US
Canceled: June 17 Lodgers’ Tax Advisory Board Meeting
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Lodgers’ Tax Advisory Board meeting scheduled for June 17 has been canceled.
The reason for the cancellation is to allow for more thorough preparation of key agenda items and to ensure a more effective discussion at the July 15, 2025, meeting. Read More
Library Announces Summer Reading Program: “Level Up!”
LIBRARY News:
The Los Alamos County Libraries invite readers of all ages to participate in the annual Summer Reading Program. The program goes live on Monday, June 2, and runs through July 26. The free, incentive-based program offers flexible participation for all reading levels and schedules. Readers can log their progress using Beanstack, an online platform that helps users track activities and stay motivated.
Participants can enter choosing one of three age levels: adults, teens, and youth (preschool through sixth grade). Each level includes fun and engaging challenges, options for Read More
Movies In The Park 7 PM Wednesday At The Pond
The next ‘Movie in the Park’ will feature Moana 2, 7-10 p.m. Wednesday at Ashley Pond Park. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Enjoy a summer evening in the park with a fun, family-oriented movie. Bring your blankets, pajamas and snacks to watch a movie under the stars.
The Movies in the Park program utilizes various parks throughout Los Alamos County; see the locations below. Weather cancellations are made one hour before show time.
- June 4: Moana 2, 7-10 p.m. @ Ashley Pond
- June 18: Wonka, 7-10 p.m. @ Rover Park
- July 9: Elemental, 7-10 p.m. @ Ashley Pond
- July 23: The Garfield Movie, 7-10 p.m. @ Urban
Council Seeks To Appoint Members To Board Of Registration
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Council is seeking to appoint members to the local Board of Registration.
To apply, individuals should submit a letter with their name, address and a short paragraph indicating why they are interested in serving on the Board.
Letters should be emailed no later than 5 p.m., Tuesday, June 17, to LACManager@lacnm.us.
The Board serves as the Canvassing Committee following Los Alamos County elections. It consists of five members, with no more than two members appointed from any political party. The Board is appointed for two-year terms every June/July of odd years. Read More
‘Quilt As Art’ Final Day Is Wednesday At Step Up Gallery
Visitors view Sunbonnet Sue quilts in the ‘Quilt As Art’ exhibit at Step Up Gallery, which comes down Thursday to make way for the next exhibit. Photo by Katy KorkosCOMMUNITY News:
The richly detailed art quilts that have hung on the walls of Step Up Gallery will come down on Thursday to make way for the next exhibit. Wednesday is the last day to see the “The Quilt as Art” exhibit, which has attracted visitors from all over New Mexico and neighboring states.
The themes these fiber artists have explored are wide-ranging. Some artworks refer to traditional quilts, such as the log cabin and Sunbonnet Read More
Pajarito Mountain’s Summer Season
Photo credit: Pajarito Mountain
Photo credit: Pajarito Mountain
PAJARITO News:
The Little Bird is ready to soar into summer. Pajarito Mountain kicks off its 2025 summer season Friday, June 6, with lift-served mountain biking, downhill hiking, and the return of the beloved Mountain Cafe—offering adventure-seekers an affordable, crowd-free alternative in the heart of the Jemez Mountains.
Opening Weekend Brings Championship Racing
The season launches with serious momentum as Downhill Rockies brings their race opener to Pajarito Mountain, welcoming mountain bikers from across the Read More
County: Tick Prevention For Pets
COUNTY News:
Dogs and cats often come into contact with ticks when they are outside. Like humans, pets can get sick with tickborne diseases. In addition, pets can transport ticks from outside the home to inside, where the ticks may then bite people. Dogs can also be infested by the brown dog tick, which is unique in that it can infest indoor spaces like homes and kennels.
Watch your pet closely for changes in behavior or appetite if you know or suspect a tick has bitten it. Signs of tickborne disease may not appear for 7-21 days or longer after a tick bite. Except for Lyme disease in dogs, pets cannot be Read More
LAHS Interact Club Hosts Successful Food Drive
Staff at the Food Depot in Santa Fe and Alison Pannell of the Rotary Club of Los Alamos pose with the donations from the Interact Club Food Drive. Courtesy photo
LAHS Rotary Interact Club officers (left to right) are John Kang, Alyssa Sun, Lucia Rudin, and Matthea Fung (not pictured: Emily Xu). Courtesy photo
LAPS News:
The Los Alamos High School Rotary Interact Club collected 584 food donations during the Spread the Warmth Food Drive. These donations, worth 333 meals, were delivered to the Food Depot in Santa Fe. Donations were collected at school sites, the Unitarian Church, the Redeemer Evangelical Read More
Cone Zone: Week Of June 1, 2025
COUNTY News:
Public Works Projects:
Los Alamos County Public Works staff manages the projects listed in this section through contractors. For more information, please email lacpw@lacnm.us, call 505.662.8150, or visit the County Projects page at https://lacnm.com/pw-projects.
Please slow down and use caution within the construction work zones. Please note the information below is based on a schedule provided by the contractors and may change due to weather or other delays.
Performing Arts Center Parking Lot Closure
Beginning Monday, June 9, access to the parking lot at the Performing Read More
County: Practice Heat Safety As Temperatures Start To Climb
COUNTY News:
With temperatures climbing heading into summer, preparation is key:
- Keep extra water, medications, and cooling supplies on hand;
- Check in with the elderly, sick, and those without AC;
- Never leave kids or pets unattended in a vehicle; and
- Limit strenuous outdoor activities, find shade, and stay hydrated.
To learn more, visit ready.gov/heat. Read More
Los Alamos Police Ofc. Jake Trujillo Takes Oath Of Office
Jake Trujillo is sworn in as the community’s newest police officer Friday afternoon by the Honorable Judge Catherine Taylor during a ceremony in Los Alamos Magistrate Court. In New Mexico, new law enforcement officers take an oath to support the constitution and laws of the state of New Mexico, the constitution of the United States, and the ordinances of the municipality, and to faithfully perform the duties of the office upon which he or she is about to enter. Ofc. Trujillo is now a member of the Los Alamos Police Department, which year after year maintains prestigious accreditation through Read More
