County: Art In Public Places Advisory Board Ongoing Work
Ashley Pond, Los Alamos NM. Courtesy/Arts in Public Places Advisory Board
COUNTY News:
Art in public places helps to create beautiful public spaces and the Art in Public Places Advisory Board values community input.
Ongoing work being pursued by the Board:
- The Board is continuing to assess remaining indoor art and working towards identifying indoor artwork in need of repair. Not all artwork is accessible to Board members. Three pieces discussed in the December meeting include: “Dino World” in the Mesa Public Library, “Aquatic Figures” in the Aquatic Center, and “Los Alamos Skyscape” in White
County: Lane Closure On Diamond Drive Jan. 10
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Traffic and Streets will repair four streetlights along the east side of Diamond Drive near the Medical Center Friday, Jan. 10.
Crews will close the north bound right lane beginning at the Omega Bridge and ending at the entrance to the Medical Center at West Road. Traffic will be diverted to the north bound left lane on Diamond Drive. Work hours will be 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
For questions or concerns regarding this project, contact Aaron Park Transportation Operations Manager 505.709.0949. Read More
Los Alamos County Council Elects Theresa Cull Chair; Suzie Havemann Vice Chair For 2025
2025 Council Chair Theresa Cull
Staff Report
As is the case each January, Los Alamos County Council elects its new leadership. Tuesday evening Council unanimously elected Theresa Cull to serve as chair for 2025.
Cull was elected to County Council in the November 2022 general election. She retired from Los Alamos National Laboratory in 2020 after 37 years in environment, safety, health, and facilities support and management. She holds a B.S. in Safety Engineering from Texas A&M University and a MBA from UNM’s Anderson School of Management.
Born in New York and raised in Pennsylvania and Read More
Los Alamos Fire Dept. Helps Homeowners Mitigate Risk
LAFD Wildland Fire Chief Kelly Sterna speaks with homeowners Ruth and Jim Doyle as he prepares to conduct a free wildland fire home assessment on the exterior of their residence last fall on North Mesa. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
LAFD Wildland Fire Chief Kelly Sterna displays valuation criteria used during wildland fire home assessments. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
By CAROL A. CLARK
Los Alamos Daily Post
caclark@ladailypost.com
As insurance companies across New Mexico are raising premiums, canceling or declining to renew coverage for homes in wildfire-prone
2025 State Of The County Annual Report
By DENISE DERKACS
Outgoing County Council Chair
January 2025
Los Alamos County Council, with input from County staff and community members, reviewed and updated its strategic goals and priorities and adopted five goals and 22 priorities for 2024. The goals and priorities address issues that are important to the community and the governance of essential functions. They are tools to help maintain a focus on important and challenging issues.
Concrete actions for addressing each of the priorities were identified to help assure that, in the context of all ongoing County efforts, there was a connection Read More
Council Adopts Comprehensive Health Plan
Social Services Division Manager Jessica Strong
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
While Los Alamos County Council unanimously approved a comprehensive health plan during its regular meeting Dec. 17, Social Services Division Manager Jessica Strong revealed that steps were already taken to improve the physical and mental health of Los Alamos residents.
She explained that before the final plan was presented there was a short-term action plan.
“We have made really good progress on several of the items,” Strong said.
For instance, she reported that Social Services Read More
Open Letter To Community: Input For Successful East Downtown MRA Plan
From LALBC:
Dear Community,
The Los Alamos Local Business Coalition (LALBC) is comprised of 61 community members and local business owners committed to fostering a thriving business environment in Los Alamos and White Rock. Our mission is to advocate for policies, accountability, and structures that support local businesses. We appreciated the opportunity to provide feedback on the Metropolitan Redevelopment Area (MRA) initiative for East Downtown Los Alamos and we want to share the input we provided with the community at large.
The LALBC supports the MRA initiative. This initiative Read More
Holsapple: Questionnaire For Local Businesses
By KEVIN HOLSAPPLE
Los Alamos
Dear Local Business,
I have recently been appointed as the “community-at-large” member of the Los Alamos County Lodger Tax Advisory Board (LTAB). The LTAB advises the County on matters relating to visitation and tourism.
I would appreciate it if you would take a few minutes to complete the online questionnaire at https://rb.gy/ib375a – the questionnaire will be open for responses until Jan. 19. Testers took less than five minutes to complete it.
I appreciate the assistance of Los Alamos Commerce and Development Corporation (LACDC), the Chamber of Commerce, Read More
County: Listening Session For Artificial Turf Study Jan. 30
COUNTY News:
The second Public Engagement Listening Session for the ongoing Artificial Turf Study will take place from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m., Jan. 30, at Fuller Lodge. This session provides an opportunity for community members 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/87957872336
The Artificial Turf Study, conducted by NV5, aims to develop recommendations for optimal field designs and alignments that comply with regulations set by the New Read More
County Parks And Recreation Board Meets Jan. 9
Scam Alert: Be Cautious If Anyone Asks To See Your Bills
COUNTY News:
If anyone approaches you and asks to see your Los Alamos County utility bills, beware. Staff at the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU) has learned that door knockers in town are asking to see utility bills under the pretense of working with DPU to help customers qualify for reduced electricity rates.
One door knocker provided the company name “Freedom”. This entity is not affiliated with or working in coordination with DPU to offer reduced electricity rates, nor are any other companies. To see a full listing of DPU’s current utility rates, go to ladpu.com/rates.
Here Read More
County To Host Listening Session For Brewer Arena Jan. 16
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Parks and Open Space Division is hosting a community listening session to gather feedback on the Brewer Arena Renovation Project.
The session 5:30-7:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 16 at Fuller Lodge and via Zoom https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85039845477.
This initiative aims to enhance safety, improve accessibility, and ensure compliance with ADA Title II requirements, as outlined in the Community Services Department’s Integrated Master Plan and ADA Audit and Transition Plan.
Representatives from Wilson & Company will be present to discuss proposed upgrades, Read More
Scenes From Sunday Visit To North Mesa Horse Stables
A horse greets guests Sunday afternoon at North Mesa Horse Stables. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
A small horse viewed Sunday at North Mesa Horse Stables. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
A horse in a blanket Sunday at North Mesa Horse Stables. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
About The North Mesa Horse Stables
The stables are operated by the Los Alamos County Parks and Open Space Division and considered a public park.
There are 122 stable lots ranging in size from small lots, averaging 3,600 square feet to large lots, averaging 13,081 square feet.
Stable lots are available Read More
First Of Three Public Meetings On Shade Structure For Los Alamos County Ice Rink Set For Thursday Jan. 9
Los Alamos Ice Rink. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Public Works and Community Services departments invite residents to the first of three public meetings to discuss the initial conceptual phase of shade structure options for the Los Alamos Ice Rink.
This in-person meeting is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 9 in the Boards and Commissions Room at the Municipal Building, 1000 Central Ave.
This meeting will be part of the business agenda of the Parks and Recreation Board Meeting.
At this meeting, the Public Works and Community Services staff will introduce the project’s Read More
County Announces Los Alamos NOW App
Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos NOW App provides a direct connection to Los Alamos County allowing residents to easily reach staff, report issues and find County information and services right from their fingertips:
- Report road issues;
- Ask billing questions;
- Make a payment;
- Find information on parks;
- View traffic webcams;
- Submit crime tips; and
- more.
The app is available in the Apple App and Google Play stores and on the web here. Read More
Wildlife Education: Preventing Mountain Lion Encounters In Winter; Local Bighorn Sheep Update
Mountain Lion perches on an Aspen Tree. Courtesy/LAC
Rocky Mountain Bighorn sheep. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County is home to several large predators, including the Mountain lion. Mountain lions are most active at dusk and dawn. They are typically more energetic in the cooler months, which is driven by their instinct to hunt and eat.
Important tips for living in mountain lion country during the winter months:
- Make your yard less attractive: Remove potential food sources and structure your landscape to make it harder for predators to hide.
- Supervise children: Don’t leave
County Council To Meet In Regular Session Tuesday Jan. 7
County Inclusivity Task Force To Meet Jan. 8, 2025
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Inclusivity Task Force is scheduled to meet 12:15 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 8 in Council Chambers in the Municipal Building at 1000 Central Ave.
This meeting is open to the public.
The complete agenda packet for the meeting has been published is available online here. Read More
Planning & Zoning Commission To Meet Jan. 8, 2025
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Planning and Zoning Commission is scheduled to meet 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 8, in Council Chambers at the Municipal Building, 1000 Central Ave.
This meeting is open to the public.
The agenda packet for the meeting is available at the Los Alamos County Legistar Site. Hard copies are also available during regular business hours within the Community Development Department lobby, window 3, at the Municipal Building.
Read More
Roof Replacement On Red Cross Building Begins Jan. 6
Crews are scheduled to begin Monday, Jan. 6, to replace the roof of the Red Cross Building at 1251 Juniper St. and Bathtub Row. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County will begin work Monday, Jan. 6, to replace the roof of the Red Cross Building at 1251 Juniper Street and Bathtub Row.
This project is part of the County’s ongoing commitment to maintaining and extending the lifespan of its facilities.
The work is expected to take 10 working days weather permitting, with crews working 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday.
The contractor has planned the work to minimize Read More
