Second Online Survey Opens For Community Input On Ice Rink Shade Structure Project
COUNTY News:
The Public Works Capital Projects & Facilities Division invites residents to participate in a second online survey to collect feedback on a potential shade structure for the Los Alamos County Ice Rink. This feedback will help inform the decision-making process regarding improvements to the outdoor rink. The survey is open to the public from April 10-24 (14 days).
Between Jan. 9-29, 2025, an initial survey for this study solicited broad input from the community regarding a shade structure for the Ice Rink. Results of that survey can be viewed on the project web page under “Completed Read More
Los Alamos County Environmental Services To Close April 16 For Employee Training And Facility Maintenance
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Environmental Services will be closed Wednesday, April 16, for employee development, safety training, certification compliance, and facility maintenance. This includes operations at the Eco Station and the White Rock Overlook Convenience Center. Trash, yard waste, and recycling collection services will also be suspended. Collection services for those impacted will be provided Thursday, April 17.
Environmental Services will hold one training and certification day per quarter to ensure all employees remain compliant. The quarterly closure is to minimize Read More
Council OKs Completing Plan For Eastern Downtown MRA
The boundary map for the MRA for the eastern portion of downtown Los Alamos. Courtesy/LAC
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
Work on the metropolitan redevelopment area (MRA) plan for the eastern portion of downtown Los Alamos will continue; Los Alamos County Council unanimously approved to see the plan through to its completion during its regular meeting Tuesday.
Council directed staff to present the finalized plan for consideration before the end of this summer.
During the discussion of the MRA, County Manager Anne Laurent reported that she estimates the Read More
Art In Public Places Board Special Meeting April 15
COUNTY News:
The County Art in Public Places Board will hold a special meeting regarding the Jeff Segler painting, “The Boys of Pajarito” at 5:30 p.m., Tuesday, April 15.
Click here to view the full agenda packet. Read More
Los Alamos Police Chief Dino Sgambellone Releases Department’s 2024 Annual Report
Chief Dino Sgambellone
LAPD News:
Los Alamos County Police Chief Dino Sgambellone has released the Department’s 2024 Annual Report.
The report details the department’s crime statistics for 2024 and recognizes the accomplishments of police officers and civilian staff in their efforts throughout the year to keep the community safe.
Read the full report here: https://view.flipdocs.com/?ID=10028515_629187 Read More
Los Alamos County Library Board April 2025 Update
COUNTY News:
It’s the most wonderful time of the year – that’s right, April 6-12 is National Library Week! We appreciate our wonderful libraries and library staff all year round, but this week is an especially good time to share the library love. You can visit Mesa Public Library or the White Rock Branch Library to pick up a sticker featuring iconic literary quotes and book-themed designs. You’ll also see opportunities at both branches to contribute to interactive boards sharing stories about what draws you to the library.
Los Alamos County Council also designated April 6-12 as “National Library Read More
Fire Department To Host 2025 Wildfire Day April 19
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos Fire Department (LAFD) invites the community to Wildfire Day 2025 at Ashley Pond Park from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 19. Families can explore LAFD and Los Alamos Police Department (LAPD) emergency equipment and vehicles, participate in a bicycle helmet fitting, and get a close-up look at a Classic Air Medical helicopter.
Other festivities include the Elks Annual Easter Egg Hunt at 11 a.m., bouncy houses sponsored by Freedom Church, and special appearances by Smokey Bear, Sparky the Fire Dog, and the Easter Bunny!
A variety of organizations will present booths Read More
N.M. 502/Main Hill Road Reopened At 6:18 PM To Traffic
COUNTY News:N.M. 502/Main Hill Road reopened at 6:18 p.m. today after being closed in both directions due to an accident this afternoon involving multiple vehicle.
The most recent report indicates one person was seriously injured in the crash and transported to Los Alamos Medical Center.
Check back for updates.
Traffic Alert: N.M. 502/Main Hill Road Closed Due To Crash
Traffic Alert:
N.M. 502/Main Hill Road is closed in both directions due to an accident involving multiple vehicle this afternoon at East Road and N.M. 502.
Police advise motorists to avoid the area and seek alternative routes.
More information will be provided as it becomes available. Read More
County Parks & Recreation Board Meeting Thursday
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Parks and Recreation Board will meet at 5:30 p.m., Thursday evening, April 10, 2025.
Click here to view the full agenda packet. Read More
County To Host A Virtual Town Hall With Local Helicopter Companies April 15
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County will host a virtual town hall with three helicopter operators at 5:30 p.m., April 15, 2025.
Classic Air Medical (Intermountain Health), TriState CareFlight, and Lifeguard Air Emergency Services provide medical air ambulance services to and from Los Alamos Medical Center. The town hall is an opportunity for an open discussion about helicopter operations in the county. The public is invited to share their thoughts and questions regarding helicopters over residential areas and discuss possible solutions to concerns. Members of the community are encouraged Read More
Council Action: County Provides Updates On Recent Cell Phone And Internet Outages
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
On March 11 and March 17, Los Alamos was unceremoniously kicked off not only the internet but cell phone service. In response, Deputy Utility Manager for the Engineering Division James Alarid explained to Los Alamos County Council March 25 why everyone’s Wifi and cell phone service bars vanished.
The outage was due to cut fiber lines in the N.M. 4 Water Transmission Line Replacement/Fiber Conduit Installation Project along N.M. 4 between N.M. 502 and Rover Boulevard. Alarid said the project is about 67 percent completed; Read More
County Planning & Zoning Commission To Meet April 9
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Planning & Zoning Commission is scheduled to meet 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 9 in Council Chambers at 1000 Central Ave.
The meeting is open to the public in person and online. The following Zoom meeting link and/or telephone call in numbers may be used for public viewing and participation:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81885706651
Or Telephone:
Dial(for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location):
US: +1 719 359 4580 or +1 253 205 0468 or +1 253 215 8782 or +1 346 248 7799 or
+1 669 444 9171 or +1 669 900 6833
Webinar ID: 818 8570 6651.
Agenda Read More
Business Coalition Moves From Plans To Action In Forum #3
From the LALBC:
The Los Alamos Local Business Coalition (LALBC) is hosting its third in a series of five forums at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, April 10 at SALA Event Center.
LALBC hosted its second forum in this series on March 13, which focused on improving the local business environment. This forum took a deep dive into the County’s many existing plans—plans that are supposed to revitalize the downtown, support local businesses and move the community forward.
LALBC reviewed 10 plans, including the Strategic Leadership Plan, Comprehensive Plan, Economic Vitality Plan, Downtown Master Plan, and Read More
County FY2026 Proposed Budget Hearings To Begin April 21
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County has published its FY2026 Proposed Budget and it is available here.
The Los Alamos County Budget Hearings will begin at 6 p.m. Monday, April 21 in person in Council Chambers at the Municipal Building and Via Zoom.
Proposed Budget Hearing Schedule:
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- Tuesday, 6-10 p.m. April 22;
- Wednesday, 6-10 p.m. April 23;
- Monday, 6-10 p.m. April 28;
- Tuesday, 6-10 p.m. April 29.
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Note: Scheduled budget hearings may be canceled if the budget is adopted at an earlier hearing. Read More
County: Tips For Living With Mule Deer Fawns
Never approach or pick up a newborn fawn—doing so dramatically decreases the probability it will survive. In almost every instance, fawns have not been abandoned but are waiting for mom to return. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County and New Mexico Game & Fish receive many phone calls from the public concerning abandoned newborn fawns. In almost every instance, the fawns have not been abandoned and are waiting for the doe to return to nurse. People who find newborn fawns should never approach or pick them up—doing so dramatically decreases the probability that fawns will survive. Read More
Los Alamos County Health Council Member Shares Education For Elderly On Ways To Avoid Falls
By ROLLIN TYLERR JONES
Registered Nurse
Firefighter
EMT
Hello my fellow Los Alamos residents, my name is Tylerr Jones and for the better part of the last 20 years, I have worked as a fireman in Los Alamos and Santa Fe as well as an emergency room nurse in Los Alamos and Santa Fe. I am currently working with Los Alamos Visiting Nurses and serving as a member of the Los Alamos County Health Council.
One of the most prevalent situations I’ve encountered in both careers is injury from falls in the elderly. Typically we will run calls to help “lift” an individual who fell and simply isn’t able to get up. The issue Read More
County Emergency Manager Beverley Simpson Shares Importance Of Preparedness At Los Alamos Rotary Talk
Los Alamos County Emergency Manager Beverley Simpson speaking Tuesday about the importance of emergency preparedness, particularly in light of recent communication outages, Watch her talk here and other Rotary talks here. Courtesy/Rotary
By JAMES WERNICKE
President-Elect
Rotary Club of Los Alamos
At this week’s Rotary Club meeting, Los Alamos County Emergency Manager Beverley Simpson spoke about the importance of emergency preparedness, particularly in light of recent communication outages. She highlighted the County’s vulnerability to wildfires, droughts, flash flooding Read More
Cone Zone: Week Of April 7, 2025
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. Please note the information below is based on a schedule provided by the contractors and may change due to inclement weather or other issues.
Bathtub Row Reconstruction Project Updates
Construction crews with TLC Plumbing & Utility are working in partnership Read More
County To Host Virtual Town Hall On Recent Outages
COUNTY News:
Following two communication outages in the month of March, Los Alamos County invites the public to attend a virtual town hall presentation by Department of Public Utilities, Broadband, and Emergency Management staff to discuss the outages, the Community Broadband Network Project, and the importance of emergency preparedness at home.
Attend the Communications Outage Virtual Town Hall presentation via Zoom at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 9, There will be short presentations from staff and then questions from the public will be addressed.
Read the Plan for Tomorrow for additional Read More
