Geotechnical Soil Boring Activity To Occur April 9 In Support Of N.M. 4 Crossing And Multi-Use Trail Improvement Project
Map of work location. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
GeoMat Engineering and Testing will be utilizing a truck mounted drilling rig to conduct Geotechnical Soil Borings on Wednesday April 9, at two locations along the N.M. 4 Trail between Sherwood Boulevard and La Vista Drive in White Rock.
Work will occur 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. and access for pedestrians and bicyclists around the drilling equipment while on the trails will be facilitated by the drilling crew.
No impact to traffic on N.M. 4 is expected as the drilling equipment will be working on the trail off the edge of the N.M. 4 roadway.
This work is in support Read More
Registration For Los Alamos County Social Services And ANFT ‘Train-The-Trainer’ Opportunity Extended To April 9
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Social Services Division is extending the deadline to April 9 to register for the new “train-the-trainer” opportunity in collaboration with the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy Guides (ANFT).
ANFT is a global leader around Forest Therapy Guided Training, a practice which draws on developing connections with nature and creating experiences centered in mindfulness, as ways to help improve physical and mental wellbeing. Increasingly, research points to the benefits of “forest bathing” as it may be commonly referred to, and the hope is to train two Read More
Aquatic Center Olympic Pool Resurfacing Project Update
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Community Services Department has scheduled the resurfacing of the Larry R. Walkup Aquatic Center Olympic pool from March 2026 to October 2026. The resurfacing project involves removing and replacing the existing plaster shell within the pool. During the project’s duration, both the Olympic and Therapy pools will be closed. The Leisure Lagoon is scheduled to remain open.
The Aquatic Center was built in the late 1980s, and while other maintenance projects have taken place in recent years, the plaster shell of the main Olympic pool is original and showing Read More
Second Public Meeting For A Shade Structure For Los Alamos Ice Rink April 10
COUNTY News:
The Public Works and Community Services departments have announced that the second of three public meetings on the initial conceptual phase of shade structure options for the Los Alamos Ice Rink has been scheduled to 5:30 p.m., April 10, 2025, at Council Chambers as part of the regularly scheduled Parks & Recreation Board meeting.
At this meeting, the Public Works and Community Services departments will present structure type and budget options for a shade structure for the Ice Rink. They will also explain how individuals can provide feedback through an online survey available Read More
Los Alamos County Library Board Meeting April 7
COUNTY News:
The next County Library Board meeting is scheduled for 5:30 p.m., Monday, April 7 at White Rock Branch Library or on Zoom.
Click here to view the full packet agenda. Read More
Atomic City Transit Service Alert On Suspended Routes
County News:
City Transit Peak Service on Route 6 in the AM is suspended today Friday, April 4 from 6:15 a.m. to 9:21 a.m. Also, Peak Service on Route 1 from 11 a.m. to 12:58 p.m. Peak service on Route 6 in the evening will run as normal from 3:05 p.m. to 6:21 p.m.
These route suspensions are due to staffing shortages.
Peak service is highlighted in yellow on the timetables found on the County’s Routes & Schedules page.
Direct questions to (505)661-RIDE (7433) or use the ACTracker to locate bus routes in real-time.
For the specific route service schedules, visit https://www.losalamosnm.us/Services/Atomic-City-Transit Read More
Plans Progress On New Los Alamos Fire Station #4
The conceptual site plan for the new Fire Station #4. Courtesy/LAC
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
The design for the new Los Alamos Fire Station #4 is getting more defined. The station will replace the existing facility at the same location, 4401 Diamond Drive.
Project Manager Sobia Sayeda reported Thursday that the preliminary design was concluded in March and work is now focused on schematic design.
She explained that while conducting the preliminary design, the site was evaluated, easements looked at and an initial geo-technological report was done. Read More
County Council OKs Affordable Housing Project
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
A new strategy is being pursued to expand affordable housing offerings in Los Alamos; rather than building new, Los Alamos County Council agreed to look toward existing housing units.
During the March 25 meeting, it was unanimously approved for the County to pursue a private/public partnership with 9th Street Apartments, LLC. Through this partnership, 24 studio apartment units in the Thunderbird Apartments, 1211 11th Street, and 63 units in the Aspen Studio Apartments, 1027 9th Street, will be deed restricted to qualifying Read More
Art In Public Places Board Special Meeting To Reconsider ‘The Boys of Pajarito Plateau Los Alamos Ranch School’ Purchase April 15
‘The Boys of Pajarito Plateau Los Alamos Ranch School 1917-1943’ by J.W. Segler. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
The Art in Public Places Board (APPB) will hold a Special Meeting April 15, 2025, in the Municipal Building Council Chambers (1000 Central Ave., Los Alamos) at 5:30 p.m. to reconsider the purchase of the oil painting The Boys of Pajarito Plateau by artist Jeff Segler. A Zoom option will be available for those unable to attend in person.
County Council addressed a citizen petition regarding the oil painting at the March 25 Regular Session, requesting the approval of the purchase for the public Read More
County Hires New Planning Manager Danyelle Valdez
Danyelle Valdez
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County has hired Danyelle Valdez as the new Community Development Department Planning Manager. Valdez brings extensive experience in real estate development, land-use planning and entitlement processes, having successfully managed projects across New Mexico and other states.
“She is deeply committed to responsible growth and community engagement, ensuring that development efforts align with the County’s long-term vision. Her passion for community development, planning, and infrastructure will be instrumental in leading impactful planning Read More
Los Alamos County Council To Hold Public Hearing April 8 On Two Code Ordinances Encouraging Driver Safety
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Council will hold a public hearing at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, April 8 in the Council Chambers at the Municipal Building at 1000 Central Ave., as part of its scheduled Regular Session.
The hearing will consider adoption of Ordinance 02-367, relating to distracted driving, and Ordinance 02-369, relating to speed cameras.
Proposed Ordinance 02-367 seeks to address and minimize the occurrences of distracted driving by better-defining and describing mobile phone usage while driving. The Los Alamos Police Department’s crash data indicates distracted driving consistently Read More
County Transportation Board To Meet Thursday
Power Has Been Restored To Barranca Mesa
COUNTY News:
Standby electric linemen from the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU) have restored power that that affected about 585 customers this evening on Barranca.
The outage was caused by an underground fault on Los Pueblos. When the fault occurred, a breaker simultaneously malfunctioned, causing the outage to impact not only the Los Pueblos area, but the rest of Barranca Mesa.
DPU has crews on standby 24/7 for electric, natural gas and water disruptions.
In the event of a power outage, customers are asked to call 505.662.8333 during business hours or 505.662.8222 after Read More
Registration For County Social Services Train-The-Trainer Program Closes Friday
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Social Services Division reminds the community that registration for its train-the-trainer program ends Friday.
This opportunity is in collaboration with the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy Guides (ANFT).
ANFT is a global leader around Forest Therapy Guided Training, a practice which draws on developing connections with nature and creating experiences centered in mindfulness, as ways to help improve physical and mental wellbeing.
Increasingly, research points to the benefits of “forest bathing” as it may commonly be referred to, and the Read More
Cone Zone: Week Of March 31, 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 weather or other delays.
Bathtub Row Reconstruction Project Updates
Construction crews with TLC Plumbing Utility have resumed this project, which is a Read More
PAC 8 Community Media Center: April 4-10, 2025
PAC 8 News:
PAC 8 Community Media Center is available for recording events, transferring of old media, shooting and editing, live streaming and drone photography and videography.
For information, call 505.662.7228 or visit pac8cmc.com.
PAC 8 Television schedule for April 4 to April 10, 2025:
Friday, April 4, 2025
- 06:00 AM Democracy Now! – Live
- 10:00 AM The Thom Hartmann Program
- 11:00 AM County Council Meeting Replay 3-25-25
- 03:00 PM Democracy Now!
- 05:00 PM PAC PAGES – Los Alamos County News Updates
- 06:00 PM Chamber of Commerce Business Breakfast – “Importance & Benefits
Utilities Board To Hold Work & Closed Sessions April 2
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Board of Public Utilities (BPU) will hold a Work Session at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 2, in Council Chambers at the Municipal Building, 1000 Central Ave.
Members of the public may view proceedings online at ladpu.com/BPULiveProceedings or attend and provide public comment in person or via Zoom at https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84348385574.
The complete agenda packet for this work session is available online at https://losalamos.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx.
BPU will also hold a Closed Session at 7 p.m., Wednesday, April 2 in the DPU conference room to Read More
Wildfire Contained To Acre At East Fork In The Jemez Today
COUNTY News:
Sandoval County and the U.S. Forest Service responded this afternoon to a small wildfire at East Fork in the Jemez Mountains. A Los Alamos Fire Department (LAFD) response was not requested.
Residents may see and smell smoke in the area, but LAFD officials indicate there is no cause for alarm. The fire was contained to one acre, and crews will remain on scene to ensure no flare-ups.
LAFD reminds the community to be extra cautious and aware of the concerning fire conditions following the dry winter season.
Visit the Ready, Set, Go page on the County website to learn how to prepare for wildfire Read More
Kite Festival Takes Flight At Overlook Park April 26-27
Enterprise Bank & Trust Administrative Assistant Donovan Price and Enterprise VP, Relationship Manager Ryan Tatro take part in a previous Kite Festival at Overlook Park in White Rock. Courtesy/LAAC
From left, Los Alamos Arts Council Assistant Executive Director Andy Wright, Los Alamos Arts Council Executive Director Brandi Engeman, Enterprise Bank & Trust Los Alamos Region President and Director of Community Engagement Liddie Martinez and Enterprise Bank &Trust Administrative Assistant Donovan Price gather in the gallery at Fuller Lodge Art Center. Courtesy/LAAC Read More
Los Alamos CES 4-H Agent Desaree Jimenez Retires
Desaree Jimenez, left, with students Ally Booton and Derek Rodriguez who were two of eight state winners of the 4-H Portfolio competition. Courtesy photo
By BERNADETTE LAURITZEN
Los Alamos
“Movement is Magic and Motion is the Potion” is what I came up with when asked to help name a statewide program on engaging people to exercise. Part of the reason was due to Strong Senior, Strong Bones work with Desaree Jimenez, Los Alamos’ former County Program Director of Family and Consumer Sciences, and 4-H Agent for the Los Alamos Cooperative Extension Service.
Jimenez retired last month and there’s nothing Read More
