LACDC Shares Thoughts On Diamond Drive Property Issue
By LAUREN MCDANIEL, LACDC Executive Director
On Behalf of the LACDC Executive Committee
Staff Lauren McDaniel and David Jolly, Board Members Carol A. Clark, Craig Wehner, Tracie Stratton, Karen Easton, Bill Wadt
After speaking with some County representatives, and hearing from business owners on the topic of the possible Diamond Drive property purchase, it’s clear there are well-intentioned people who are energized about moving forward with community development plans and achieving priorities on the County’s Strategic Plan. We appreciate this enthusiasm and understand what the County Read More
Los Alamos Local Business Coalition Issues Input To Council For Decision On Diamond Drive Property Purchase
Members of the Los Alamos Local Business Coalition speaking and waiting to speak at the public forum held Tuesday evening at SALA Event Center. Coalition members from left, Allan Saenz, Anna Dillane, Kevin Holsapple, Carolyn Cowan and John Courtright. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Local business owners share experiences interacting with County staff during Tuesday evening’s public forum hosted by the Los Alamos Local Business Coalition at SALA Event Center. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
From Los Alamos Local Business Coalition:
Dear Los Alamos County Council, Read More
Los Alamos County Transportation Board Meeting Dec. 5
Los Alamos Golf Is Closed For Season But Golf Shop Offers Winter Hours And Holiday Sale
COUNTY News:
As the colder months approach, the Los Alamos Golf Course will be closed for the season starting Dec. 9. However, the golf shop will remain open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, allowing visitors to purchase merchandise or handle any golf-related needs. The golf shop will be closed on weekends.
In addition, the golf shop will host its annual Holiday Sale on Dec. 7, offering great deals on golf gear and merchandise, just in time for holiday shopping.
This schedule will remain in effect through March 7, 2025, pending weather conditions and course maintenance requirements. Any Read More
County Assessor: Amendments To New Mexico Constitution
By GEORGE CHANDLER
Los Alamos County Assessor
In the November election just passed, the voters approved two amendments to the New Mexico Constitution that changed the property tax benefits available to New Mexico veterans.
We have received the following guidance from the Property Tax Division of the Department of Finance Administration regarding the implementation of these amendments:
“… [an increase in] the Veteran’s property tax exemption for honorably discharged members of the armed forces and their widows and widowers from $4,000 to $10,000. The amount after 2024 will then be adjusted Read More
Community Invited To Holiday Tree Lighting Saturday Dec. 7
Rob Clark Hits Hole In One At Los Alamos Golf Course!
Rob Clark, left, from Wenatchee, Wash., was visiting his son Jacob McCallum-Clark, right, a local golfing community member and his family for Thanksgiving. To the delight of everyone, Clark hit a hole in one on Hole 6, at 150 yards using a pitching wedge Nov. 29 at Los Alamos Golf Course. McCallum-Clark and Gabby Lee, center, witnessed the hole in one. Courtesy/Mike Lippiatt
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County: New Mexico State Road 4 Crossing And Multi-Use Trail Project Public Input Meeting Set For Thursday Dec. 5
COUNTY News:
The community is invited to attend and share thoughts on the New Mexico State Road 4 Crossing and Multi-Use Trail Project at this week’s public input meeting.
The meeting is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 5 in Fire Station #3 on N.M. 4 in White Rock, as part of the Los Alamos County Transportation Board meeting.
2024 WinterFest Coming To Los Alamos Dec. 6-8
Meet Frank The Dog At Los Alamos Animal Shelter
COUNTY News:
Meet Frank, available for adoption at Los Alamos Animal Shelter at 226 East Road.
Frank is a very sweet, kind boy believed to be around 2 years old.
Visit the shelter website or stop by the shelter 226 East Road.
All adoptions at the Los Alamos Animal Shelter include spay or neuter, FELV/FIV and heartworm tests on dogs and cats, microchips and all vaccinations. Read More
2024 General Election Results Are Official
COUNTY News:
The State Canvassing Board met Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2024, and certified the results of the 2024 Primary Election. This is the final step in the multi-step post-election, canvassing and auditing process that ensures accuracy and election results.
The Los Alamos County (LAC) Clerk’s Office has completed the canvassing process and officially certified the results of the 2024 General Election, which was held Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024.
The Canvass Board convened 9 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 14, 2024, at the Los Alamos County Municipal Building. The Board included Phillip Gursky (Democrat), Read More
Serenity Of Guaje Pines Cemetery On Thanksgiving Morning
The serenity of Guaje Pines Cemetery on Thanksgiving morning. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Another view of Guaje Pines Cemetery on Thanksgiving morning. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
Los Alamos Golf Shop To Host Annual Holiday Sale Dec. 7
The Los Alamos Golf Shop will host its annual Holiday Sale 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024, offering great deals on golf gear and merchandise, just in time for holiday shopping. Courtesy/LAC Read More
Los Alamos Golf Course Begins Seasonal Closure Dec. 9
COUNTY News:
As the colder months approach, the Los Alamos Golf Course will close for the season starting Dec. 9.
However, the golf shop will remain open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday, allowing visitors to purchase merchandise or handle golf-related needs.
The golf shop will be closed weekends.
This schedule will remain in effect through March 7, 2025, pending weather conditions and course maintenance requirements. Any updates regarding reopening or further adjustments will be communicated closer to the spring season.
For additional information, contact the Los Alamos Golf Course Read More
County Historic Preservation Advisory Board To Meet Dec. 4
Canceled: Dec. 3, 2024 Personal Board Meeting
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Personal Board meeting scheduled for Dec. 3, 2024, has been canceled.
County Updates December Trash & Recycling Schedule
Updated December 2024 recycling and yard trimmings collection schedule. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Environmental Services has released an updated December 2024 recycling and yard trimmings collection schedule.
The update shows the designated recycling collection days and holidays for December. There are no yard trimming collection days in December.
Visit the Environmental Services website to view the full trash and roll cart collection schedule.
For additional questions, call 505.662.8163 or email solidwaste@lacnm.us. Read More
County Public Works Department To Host Public Meeting Dec. 5 On N.M. 4 Crossing And Multi-Use Trail Improvements
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Public Works Department invites the public to attend an input meeting regarding the upcoming N.M. 4 Crossing and Multi-Use Trail Improvements Project.
The meeting is 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 5 at Fire Station 3 in White Rock.
Zoom link for virtual attendance: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81357060773
Those unable to attend the public meeting may submit comments by Dec. 12 to lacpw@lacnm.us.
This project includes the design and construction of both new and reconstructed multi-use trails along N.M. 4 between Sherwood Boulevard and La Vista Drive and within Piñon Read More
Los Alamos Local Business Coalition To Host Public Forum
Los Alamos Local Business Coalition News:
The newly-formed Los Alamos Local Business Coalition (LALBC), a collaborative group of business owners and stakeholders dedicated to supporting local businesses, is hosting its first public forum at 5:30 p.m., Monday, Dec. 2, 2024, at SALA Event Center, 2551 Central Ave., and online via Zoom.
This inaugural forum will introduce the LALBC to the community and address a pressing local issue: the proposed Diamond Drive property purchase by Los Alamos County. The forum will provide attendees with an opportunity to learn about the coalition’s mission, Read More
PAC 8 Community Media Center: Nov. 29 – Dec. 5, 2024
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, email pac8@losalamos.com or call 505.662.7228.
PAC 8 Television schedule for Nov. 29, 2024:
Friday, Nov. 29, 2024
- 6 a.m. — Democracy Now! – Live
- 10 a.m. — The Thom Hartmann Program
- 11 a.m. — County Council Meeting Replay 11-19–24
- 3 p.m. — Democracy Now!
- 5 p.m. — PAC PAGES – Los Alamos County News Updates
- 6 p.m. — Living Treasures Ceremony
- 7:30 p.m. — Homecoming Parade
- 12 a.m. — Free Speech TV
Saturday, Read More
