National Work Zone Awareness Week: Ensuring Safety For Workers And Motorists
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County is pleased to announce the observance of National Work Zone Awareness Week from April 21-25, 2025. This year’s theme is, “Respect the Zone So We All Get Home,” and is a critical reminder to motorists to be cautious and attentive as they approach and navigate work zones.
As warmer weather approaches, work to maintain and repair our roads will increase. The Public Works Department would like to share some important work zone safety tips so we can all do our part to keep road workers safe and so that everyone can get to their destination safely:
- Slow down! Speeding is one
Board Seeks Public Input On Sculpture For Nature Center
Under consideration is this sculpture, ‘Raven Dialoge, Friendly Advice’ by sculpture Star York. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
The Art in Public Places Board (APPB) is inviting the community to weigh in on a new sculpture to be installed at the Los Alamos Nature Center. As part of its mission to integrate art into public spaces, APPB is considering the purchase of a piece from one of three regional artists, with installation proposed near the front entrance of the Nature Center or within the adjacent garden.
Art in Public Places was established to visually enhance the community, increase public Read More
Last Chance To See 29th Annual Los Alamos Photographers’ Show In Step Up Gallery Wednesday April 30
Scene from Photographers’ Show Guided Tour April 15 in Step Up Gallery at Mesa Public Library. The show closes end of day Wednesday, April 30. Courtesy photo
ART News:
The 29th Annual Los Alamos Photographers’ Show closes end of day Wednesday, April 30 in Step Up Gallery at Mesa Public Library. In addition to highlighting the work of Los Alamos Photo Club members, the opportunity was given to other photographers who live or work in the Los Alamos area to enter the exhibit.
More information about the club is on the LAPC website at lapc.groups.io.
A Guided Tour by photographers participating in the Read More
Cone Zone: Week Of April 28, 2025
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Public Works Projects:
Los Alamos County Public Works staff manages the projects listed in this section through contractors.
For more information, 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. Note: the information below is based on a schedule provided by the contractors and may change due to weather or other delays.
Bathtub Row Reconstruction Project Updates
Construction crews with TLC Plumbing & Utility continue the Bathtub Row Reconstruction Read More
Meet Douglas At Los Alamos County Animal Shelter
Douglas
COUNTY News:
Sweet and friendly, Douglas the cat is ready to find his forever home. He’s thriving in the Los Alamos County Animal Shelter and gets along well with the other cats, but deep down, he wants his own person or family.
Anyone looking for a loyal companion is encouraged to visit Douglas at the shelter at 226 East Road. Adoption includes spaying or neutering, FELV/FIV and heartworm tests on cats and dogs, microchips and vaccinations.
The shelter is open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday through Tuesday and closed Wednesdays.
To learn more, visit the Los Alamos County Animal Shelter website Read More
Los Alamos County Environmental Svc: Improper Disposal Of Motor Oil Ruins One-Ton Commercial Recycling Load
View of a one-ton commercial recycling load contaminated and rendered unrecyclable Wednesday, April 23 due to motor oil disposal. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Environmental Services reminds residents and businesses not to dispose of trash or hazardous materials in recycling dumpsters after a one-ton commercial recycling load was contaminated and rendered unrecyclable Wednesday, April 23 due to motor oil disposal.
Improper disposal of hazardous waste such as motor oil, batteries, paint, and chemicals presents serious safety risks to waste management workers and the Read More
Celebrate Law Day, Tour Municipal & Magistrate Court
By The Honorable Elizabeth K. Allen, Municipal Judge,
The Honorable Catherine E. Taylor, Magistrate Judge
We are hosting an Open Court House 10-11 a.m., May 1 in celebration of Law Day 2025. This year’s theme is E Pluribus Unum, a thirteen-letter Latin phrase meaning “Out of many, one”. It is more than just a motto—it is a powerful expression of unity and identity in American history. Originally proposed for the Great Seal of the United States in 1776, the phrase reflects the founding fathers’ vision of a single nation formed from a collection of diverse states and peoples.
The thirteen American Read More
Public Input Meeting On Canyon Rim Phase III May 1
Map of the Canyon Rim Trail Phase III Project. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Public Works Department, in collaboration with the Transportation Board, is inviting the community to participate in a public input meeting focused on the Canyon Rim Trail Phase III Project. The meeting is 5:30 p.m. Thursday, May 1 in Council Chambers at the Municipal Building. A Zoom link is also available for virtual attendance: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81357060773.
The project is at 60 percent design completion, with 90 percent completion expected by the end of May. The Phase III extension Read More
County Accepting Applications For Personnel Board
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County is accepting applications for eligible candidates for appointment to an available vacant seat on the Personnel Board. This vacancy is a three-year term, expiring on March 31, 2028. Interested Los Alamos County residents who do not hold public office and are not employed by the County may submit an online application by visiting the County’s Boards and Commissions webpage and selecting “apply.” Applications will be accepted now until the vacancy is filled.
The Personnel Board, comprising five members, serves in an appellate and advisory capacity in the administration Read More
Los Alamos County Parks And Open Space Division Addresses Ongoing Vandalism In Public Areas
Recent vandalism at the Ashley Pond Park restrooms. Courtesy/LAC
Recent vandalism on a newly installed retaining wall at the North Mesa Ball Fields. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Parks and Open Space Division is urging the community to take a stand against a troubling rise in vandalism at public parks, trails and recreational areas.
The recent increase in destructive behavior is taking a serious toll on community assets, draining public resources, delaying improvement projects and diminishing the enjoyment of public spaces for all.
Over the past several weeks, Parks Read More
Cancellation Notice: County Budget Hearings For April 28-29
Council Approves $368 Million Budget For FY2026
Los Alamos County Council has voted 6-1 to approve a $367,980,440 budget for Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 during Wednesday night’ final hearing in Council Chambers. Courtesy/LAC
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
Los Alamos County Council voted 6-1 to approve a $367,980,440 budget for Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Wednesday night during its final hearing. Councilor David Reagor voted against the budget.
In a related matter, Council voted 6-1, with Reagor opposed, to approve a motion directing staff to return to council no later than Oct. 31 with a 1/2 cent gross receipt tax Read More
Tribute To Fire Chief Troy Hughes On Eve Of Retirement
Fire Chief Troy Hughes at Anderson Overlook recently is retiring Friday and the Community is invited to an event honoring the Chief, noon-2 p.m. Friday at Fuller Lodge. Drone photo/Nate Limback/ladailypost.com
By CAROL A. CLARK
Los Alamos Daily Post
caclark@ladailypost.com
Los Alamos Fire Chief Troy Hughes has served the community since 2011 and is set to retire the end of April. Under his leadership, LAFD joined the ranks of the top 1 percent of fire departments in the nation in 2021 to attain a Public Protection Classification (PPC) Insurance Service Office (ISO) rating of 1. The prestigious Read More
County Flips Switch On Community-Wide EV Charging Study
A EV charger outside the Los Alamos County Municipal Building. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
Government-owned electric vehicles aren’t a novel thing in Los Alamos; nor are the stations to charge them. But what if all the vehicles owned by Los Alamos County were electric and charging stations were located throughout the County?
To answer that question, the County hired a contractor, Stantec, to help assist in a Fleet Conversion and Community-wide EV (Electric Vehicle) Charging Study that is investigating two things: Read More
County: The Case For Personal Preparedness
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Emergencies can happen at any time. Disasters are unpredictable, but personal preparedness offers a sense of control in uncertain times. Individuals can enhance their chances of enduring emergencies with minimal hardship by planning, assembling essential supplies, and cultivating basic preparedness skills. You may be your own first responder in the first hours and days following a crisis. Acting today can make all the difference tomorrow.
Follow these important steps to ensure you and your family are prepared:
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Public Input Session For The Artificial Turf Study April 24
COUNTY News:
The fourth Public Engagement Input Session for the ongoing Artificial Turf Study will take place from 5:30–7:30 p.m., April 24 at Fuller Lodge.
This session provides another opportunity for community members to review proposed scenarios of field layouts at North Mesa and Overlook facilities. The scenarios include a mix of artificial and turf fields at both locations. Attendees will be able to ask questions and offer feedback on the study’s progress. For those unable to attend in person, a Zoom option will be available to participate virtually.
Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84599405272 Read More
Scenes From Los Alamos County Earth Day Event
From left, Bee City Los Alamos member KokHeong McNaughton and Coordinator Britton Donharl take part in Los Alamos County Earth Day festivities held Tuesday at the Municipal Building. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
From left, County Sustainability Manager Angelica Gurule and Los Alamos Sustainability Alliance member Sue Barns take part in Los Alamos County Earth Day festivities held Tuesday at the Municipal Building. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
Environmental Services Manager Armando Gabaldon speaks to an attendee at Los Alamos County Earth Day event held Tuesday Read More
Los Alamos County Budget Hearings Continue Tonight
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Council will continue the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget Hearings at 6 p.m. today, April 23, in Council Chambers at 1000 Central Ave.
An online option via Zoom is also available to individuals who prefer to join remotely.
The agenda for tonight’s hearing is available at https://losalamos.legistar.com/Calendar. The complete budget book is also available online at lacnm.com/Budget.
The Council began its budget hearings earlier Monday April 21 and held its second hearing Tuesday, April 22. Recordings of those sessions are accessible on the Legistar website. Read More
County Still Accepting Applications For P&Z Commission
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County is still accepting applications for eligible candidates for appointment to a vacant seat on the Planning and Zoning Commission.
This vacancy is a three-year term, expiring 36 months from the date of appointment, and open to individuals not registered as a Democrat (to maintain balanced commission representation).
Interested Los Alamos County residents who do not hold public office and are not employed by the County may submit an online application by visiting the County’s Boards and Commissions webpage and selecting “apply”. Applications will be accepted Read More
Wildland Urban Interface Town Hall Presentation April 30
COUNTY News:
As the threat of wildfire is increasing, cities and counties nationwide are adopting International Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) standards as part of their building and fire prevention codes—not only to reduce fire risk, but also to demonstrate proactive mitigation that may help residents retain or secure homeowners’ insurance in high-risk areas.
Join Los Alamos County for a brief presentation and discussion regarding the recent efforts of County staff, including the Fire Marshal and the Chief Building Official, on the best way to implement the WUI ordinance using industry Read More
