Scenes Of Repair Efforts On Lumen Network Outage Monday
A CenturyLink technician works to repair a cable in his service van Monday that was inadvertently cut earlier that morning at the job site along N.M. 4. For the second time in a week, the community experienced a network service outage. Both outages occurred when fiber lines were broken during construction for the N.M. 4 Water Transmission Line Replacement/Fiber Conduit Installation Project between the N.M. 502 (truck route) intersection and White Rock. Monday’s fiber break occurred when Wagner Construction, the contractor for the project managed by the Los Alamos utilities department, Read More
Los Alamos County Addresses Lumen Network Outages
The fiber line that was cut Monday morning is made up of ropelike sections of wire internally consisting of many hair-like fiber strands. Courtesy/LAC
Project work continued Monday morning beyond the area where the fiber line was damaged. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
For the second time in a week, the Los Alamos community experienced a network service outage that began around 8 a.m. Monday, March 17. Both outages occurred when fiber lines were broken during construction for the N.M. 4 Water Transmission Line Replacement/Fiber Conduit Installation Project along N.M. 4 between the N.M. 502 (truck Read More
Cone Zone: Week Of March 17, 2025
COUNTY News:
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 work this week as part of the Bathtub Read More
Community Input Needed For Senior Center Security Gate
COUNTY News:
The Art in Public Places Board (APPB) is seeking valuable community input on the semi-finalists for a new security gate art installation at the Betty Ehart Senior Center. This commissioned artwork will not only serve a functional purpose—helping to secure the Senior Center’s west stairwell—but will also enhance the aesthetics of the space, making it a unique public art piece that reflects the values and qualities that help make Los Alamos special.
In November 2024, the APPB put out a call for art proposals and received submissions for a security gate design that balances Read More
Video: Councilor Neal-Clinton Shares Highlights From Tuesday’s Meeting
Los Alamos County Councilor Beverly Neal-Clinton shares highlights from Tuesday’s regular Council meeting. Video by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com Read More
Dr. Raffin: Those Measly Measles
By Celeste Raffin, MD
Member
Los Alamos County Health Council
I remember very little of my early childhood, but will never forget having the Measles. Even though it was over 60 years ago, I remember how sick I was with astonishing clarity.
Measles, aka Rubeola, is an infectious disease caused by the Measles virus. It was first described in Persia in the late 800’s AD. By 1200 AD it had developed into a human only disease that was prevalent throughout Asia and Europe. Whether intentional or not, Measles became one of the first bioterror weapons. Asian and European explorers, followed by North American Read More
New Library Website To Launch: ‘We Are Hitting Refresh!’
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos Public Library announces the launch of a new website March 18. The library web address remains the same, losalamoslibrary.org. Users with a bookmarked library URL will automatically be redirected to the new site.
The redesigned website is under the umbrella of Los Alamos County’s website and offers a more seamless and integrated user experience. Featuring a modern, refreshed design, the new platform provides improved functionality and accessibility. Senior Librarian Daniel Gaghan led the project with input and content contributions from library staff, the Read More
Community Invited To Second CIP Open House March 17
Community Services staff Chelsea Ashcroft, Katherine Hudspeth and Director Cory Styron speak with a resident about projects related to the libraries, trails, parks, ball fields, Aquatic Center and ice rink. Courtesy/LAC
Community Development Housing and Special Projects Manager Dan Osborn, left, shares the latest information on housing projects with local residents. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Community members unable to attend the first Capital Improvement Project (CIP) open house March 10 are invited to join Los Alamos County for a second event Monday, March 17, in Council Chambers Read More
County: Utilities Department To Propose Two Rate Changes
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.
Proposals for the rate ordinances will be introduced to the BPU at its regular monthly meeting at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 19, with the public hearings at the following BPU meeting at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 16. Ordinances for these proposals are posted to the DPU website on the Rates and Fees page at ladpu.com/rates.
If approved by BPU, the proposals will Read More
Lunch With A Leader: Gwen Kalavaza March 20
LWV News:
The Los Alamos League of Women Voters (LWV) will host its next community event, Lunch with a Leader, noon to 1 p.m., March 20, at the Unitarian Fellowship Hall on Sage.
This month’s leader is Gwen Kalavaza who has been a dedicated member of the Los Alamos Public Library since 2001, serving in various roles such as Branch Manager, Digital Services Manager, and, since 2022, as Library Manager. In her current role, she oversees both the Mesa Public Library and the White Rock Branch Library, leading a team that includes eight senior librarians and librarians.
Born and raised in Andover, Maine, Read More
Los Alamos Board Of Public Utilities To Meet March 19
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Board of Public Utilities will hold a regular meeting at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 19 in Council Chambers at the Municipal Building, 1000 Central Ave.
Members of the public may attend the meeting in person and provide public comment or view the proceedings online and provide public comment via Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85828927209.
The complete agenda packet is available online here: https://losalamos.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx.
BPU meetings may be watched at ladpu.com/BPULiveProceedings. Read More
County Environmental Sustainability Board Meets March 20
DPU Pulls Back Curtain On WRRF
Los Alamos County Wastewater Treatment Superintendent Josh Silva leads a tour of the new Water Resource Reclamation Facility March 5 in White Rock. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
Participants in the WRRF tour check out one of the buildings at the plant and learn about how trash is separated from the waste stream. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
Waste Operator 1 Patrick Moore tests the amount of nitrates at the White Rock Water Resource Reclamation Facility to determine if they meet the permitted levels. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Read More
Mesa Public Library Considers Providing Outdoor Classroom For Community
Los Alamos Public Library Manager Gwen Kalavaza stands on the parcel of land that could be the future home of Mesa Public Library’s outdoor classroom. The classroom would consist of an open-air stage, tiered levels for seating as well as a section with crushed gravel and outdoor furniture scattered throughout the area. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
The results of the survey for the outdoor library classroom are in: people are interested in using this facility.
In fact, Los Alamos Public Library Manager Gwen Read More
County: Preliminary Assessment Work Begins For Community Broadband Network
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County residents in the North Community and Western Area neighborhoods may notice crews and trucks from Kelly Cable assessing conduit for the Los Alamos County Community Broadband Network project as early as March 17. This assessment will continue through April 11, with teams operating Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Residents are encouraged to avoid parking in work zones.
Contracted by Los Alamos County’s vendor, Bonfire LLC, Kelly Cable will conduct assessments and surveys of conduits in the roadway shoulder adjacent to sidewalks as part of the initial Read More
Los Alamos Fire Department And County Parks And Open Space To Begin Wildfire Fuels Reduction Project
LAFD News:
Starting Monday, March 17, Los Alamos Fire Department (LAFD) in collaboration with Los Alamos County Parks and Open Space Department will begin work on an important wildfire fuels reduction project that will provide much-needed mitigation in several areas of Los Alamos. The primary focus points of this project will include ladder fuels reduction, increasing tree canopy spacing and fuel break construction.
LAFD has identified multiple project areas, which include the following areas:
- North Rd and Ridgeway – 7 acres
- San Ildefonso Rd and El Gancho St. – 3 acres
- Barranca
County Reports Increased Traffic On Truck Route
COUNTY News:
The Department of Public Utilities (DPU) alerted citizens today that the Pajarito corridor was closed and traffic would be congested on East Jemez Route (truck route) this afternoon.
A water transmission line burst due to a manufacturing defect near the intersection of Pajarito Road and TA-18. Since this is Los Alamos National Laboratory property, DPU Water Production crews will not be dispatched.
There is no interruption of water service so far to White Rock customers. Stored water is being provided from an alternate tank and will continue until the line is repaired.
Direct Read More
County Shares Capital Project Details At Open House
Los Alamos County Projects Manager Sobia Sayeda shares the status of her projects during a capital improvement project open house held Monday night at Fire Station No. 4. Sayeda explained her projects include the new Fire Station No. 3. The pre-design for the new station is done and an application for a minor rezone will be submitted to the Planning and Zoning Commission. Another capital improvement project Sayeda is working on is the HVAC and general renovation at the Betty Ehart Senior Center. General renovation, she said, includes updating windows and doors. A third project Sayeda is focusing Read More
Los Alamos Golf Course Revised Opening Schedule For 2025
Courtesy/Los Alamos County
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos Golf Course is revising its previously published 2025 season-opening schedule to provide better clarity and to ensure optimal conditions for play. The updated schedule reflects changes in course availability and ongoing preparations.
Updated opening dates and details:
- March 8: The practice range and main putting green will open. These areas will be available to golfers for practice and preparation as we kick off the season.
- The course will be closed until a review April 14. The weather conditions have hampered the turf growth on the tees,
County: Second Public Meeting For Ice Rink Shade Structure Rescheduled To April 10
COUNTY News:
The Public Works and Community Services departments has 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 rescheduled to 5:30 p.m., April 10, 2025, at Council Chambers as part of the regularly scheduled Parks & Recreation board meeting.
Staff are currently evaluating the feasibility of various proposed structure types for a potential cover at the rink.
For questions or concerns about this project and public meeting, visit the project webpage or contact Project Manager, Miguel Read More
