County Ice Rink 2024-25 Season Passes Available
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Ice Rink has announced that season passes are now available for the 2024-2025 skating season.
With a range of pass options, everyone can enjoy the community rink’s regular skating sessions, hockey sessions and lunch-hour skates.
Season Passes for the 2024-2025 Season:
All passes are valid through the 2024-2025 Ice Rink season for regularly scheduled public skating sessions. Passes cannot be used for special events. Upon purchasing a pass online, customers should bring their receipt to the Ice Rink, where staff will take their picture and issue the pass. Read More
Los Alamos Aquatic Center Closed Veterans Day
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos Aquatic Center will be closed all day Monday, Nov. 11, 2024, in honor of Veterans Day. Regular hours will resume Tuesday, Nov. 12.
Los Alamos County extends its gratitude to all veterans for their service and dedication.
For more information, contact the Aquatic Center at 505.662.8170. Read More
County Wildlife Education: Why Rodents Are Concerning
Rodents can carry and spread diseases like hantavirus, salmonella and leptospirosis to humans and domestic animals. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Why are rodents a concern in Los Alamos?
Spread diseases: Rodents can carry and spread diseases like hantavirus, salmonella and leptospirosis to humans and domestic animals. Hantavirus has a high fatality rate.
Contaminate food: Rodents can contaminate food with their urine, droppings, and hair.
Cause structural damage: Rodents can damage buildings by gnawing on insulation, wiring, pipes, water hoses, mortar, cement, wood doors, floors, Read More
Brewer Arena Improvement Proj. Phase One Begins Nov. 11
COUNTY News:
The Brewer Arena Improvement Project Phase One is about to get underway. Phase one is the demolition of the grandstand and shade structure. This phase of the improvement project will begin with the staging of equipment on-site starting Monday Nov. 11, as contractors prepare for demolition. Demolition of existing structures will officially commence Wednesday, Nov. 13.
This project marks Phase One of a larger design plan for the grandstand, including the necessary ADA improvements. Once demolition begins, the site will become an active work zone.
Community members are advised Read More
Andrus: Farewell Letter To Community
By PAUL ANDRUS
Former Community Development Director
Los Alamos County
To the Residents and Businesses of Los Alamos County:
I write this letter as a heartfelt farewell to the Los Alamos community as I conclude my time as Community Development Director for Los Alamos County. My journey here has been immensely rewarding, and I am filled with gratitude for the experiences, relationships, and accomplishments we have achieved together.
Working for the County has been an incredible experience, due to the dedicated individuals I have had the privilege to collaborate with. I am deeply grateful Read More
Los Alamos County Offices Closed On Veterans Day Nov. 11
COUNTY News:
In observance of Veterans Day, Los Alamos County government offices and services will join other federal, state and local governments closing Monday, Nov. 11, 2024.
The County’s administrative offices, Atomic City Transit fixed bus routes, and the Environmental Services division will be closed Monday.
In addition, the following facilities will have modified hours:
- White Rock and Mesa libraries – Open from 1-5 p.m.
- Aquatic Center and Leisure Lagoon – Closed
- Golf Course – Closed
- Environmental Services commercial/residential refuse/recycle services
Final Climate Action Plan Goes To Council For Consideration
COUNTY News:
After more than a year of extensive community engagement and research, Los Alamos County’s Sustainability Manager Angelica Gurule will present the final Climate Action Plan (CAP) to the County Council for adoption consideration. She will also ask Council to consider adopting an emission reduction target of carbon neutrality by 2050.
The presentation is scheduled for 6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12 at the Council meeting in Council Chambers, 1000 Central Ave.
As directed by the County Council, the efforts to create a plan kicked off in June 2023 with the goal of reducing the County’s Read More
Senior Activity Centers Closed Through Monday
LARSO News:
The Betty Ehart and White Rock Senior Activity Centers will be closed today due to snow. All programs are canceled and regular services are not available.
Home Delivered Meal recipients, please use emergency meal today. Community/Congregate Meal participants will not be served lunch.
The Betty Ehart and White Rock Senior Activity Centers will also be closed Monday, Nov. 11 in observance of Veterans Day. Home Delivered Meal recipients please use designated frozen meal for the holiday.
The Centers will reopen on Tuesday, Nov. 12 for regular hours of 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.. Please note Read More
Some Non-essential County Svcs./Facilities Staying Closed
COUNTY News:
Due to inclement weather, some non-essential County government facilities will remain closed today, Friday, Nov. 8.
These include the senior centers, Teen Center, youth activity centers, Family Strengths Network, and visitor centers.
All other County facilities and services are open for business, including the Nature Center.
County Traffic and Street crews continue to clear the major roads and streets according to the FY 2024 Snow and Ice Plan.
Help our snow team clear the roads faster and keep you safe with these tips:
- Park vehicles off the street when possible.
- Stagger parked
Los Alamos County Library Board November 2024 Update
COUNTY News:
During the Los Alamos County Library Board’s November meeting, Senior Librarian-Public Service Liza Rivera presented an overview of the adult summer reading program for 2024.
The Beanstalk app, used by the Library, is a web-based reading and activity tracker that helps users track their reading, participate in challenges, and earn digital badges. Beanstalk awards badges for completing a book, attending a program, and other activities. The badges can then be used to win prizes. Prizes included a Kindle, Samizdat Art bundle and Samizdat puzzler bundle.
There were 211 adult Read More
Non-Essential County Government Facilities Will Open Today
COUNTY News:
The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning for Los Alamos County, with temperatures expected to drop below freezing tonight.
In response to these conditions, Acting County Manager Linda Matteson has ordered a 10 a.m. start for all non-essential County government services and facilities Friday, Nov. 8.
Some variations to County services are as follows:
- Atomic City Transit: Fixed-route bus service will begin at approximately 7 a.m., Friday morning. For specific route information, visit www.atomiccitytransit.com or check the ACTracker.
- Environmental
Snowy Scenes Cover Downtown Los Alamos
Snow covers trees and shrubbery today outside the Los Alamos County Municipal Building. Photo by Ron Roybal
Snow covers a tall pine tree in downtown Los Alamos. Photo by Ron Roybal Read More
County Environmental Sustainability Board Meets Nov. 12
Growing Trash Problem: Is Recycling Helping Or Hurting?
The Los Alamos County Eco Station. Courtesy/LAC
BY KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
You don’t think that much about trash? Well, maybe it’s time to pay attention to garbage because it is piling up and shows no signs of stopping.
And if you think tossing things into the recycling blue bin is helping, think again.
Environmental Services Manager Armando Gabaldon said there is a growing issue of people improperly discarding non-recyclable items into the recycling bins at the curbside and at the Lemon Lot and Overlook Convenience Center drop-off sites.
Common issues, Read More
Local Results In Tuesday’s 2024 General Election
View of the Municipal Building in downtown Los Alamos. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
By CAROL A. CLARK
Los Alamos Daily Post
caclark@ladailypost.com
Local results in Tuesday’s 2024 General Election include two bonds for UNM-Los Alamos, which passed with strong support. The first bond had 8,144 votes for or 73% and 2,971 against or 27%. The second bond passed with 7,317 votes or 67% and 3,620 against or 33%.
The following candidates ran unopposed:
- Dist. 5 State Sen. Leo Jaramillo garnered 5,663 votes.
- State Sen. Roberto ‘Bobby’ Jesse Gonzales garnered 2559 votes.
- Dist. 43 Rep.
County Non-essential Services & Facilities Closed Today
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos Acting County Manager Linda Matteson has ordered the closure of all non-essential County government facilities today, Nov. 7, due to inclement weather.
This includes the Municipal Building, Aquatic Center, libraries, Golf Pro Shop, Eco Station and White Rock Convenience Center, senior centers, Social Services, Nature Center, Teen Center, youth activity centers, History Museum, Fuller Lodge and Art Center, and visitor centers.
County staff recommends that individuals call any facility not listed to determine whether it will open or close today.
Many County Read More
Betty Ehart And White Rock Senior Activity Centers Now Closed Due To Inclement Weather
LARSO News:
The Betty Ehart and White Rock Senior Activity Centers are closed due to the winter storm moving into the region.
The centers have been closed since 2 p.m. today. Staff will keep the community and members informed of any delayed opening or closure Thursday through Facebook, email, voicemail and its website.
Please know that the Senior Activity Centers typically follow the Los Alamos Public School Snow Schedule.
If the centers are delayed two hours: Home Delivered Meal recipients, please use emergency meal. Community/Congregate Meal participants, will have lunch at the Centers, Read More
Social Services Shares Locations For Individuals Who Need To Get Inside From Inclement Weather
COUNTY News:
During inclement weather, individuals stranded or otherwise facing the elements may find themselves in need of a safe place to stay warm.
Los Alamos County Social Services Division has identified several locations where individuals can temporarily seek shelter to warm up. While these sites may not offer full amenities such as restrooms, they provide a safe environment to avoid the elements.
The following locations are currently open to the public:
- Los Alamos Police Station vestibule – 2500 Trinity Drive
Open 24 hours, seven days a week - Municipal Courthouse – 2500 Trinity
LARSO Earns New Mexico Golden Chile Blossom Award
From left, Pam Roy, Rita Condon, Alena Paisano and LARSO chefs Keith Haynes and Stephen Jakob show off New Mexico Golden Chile Blossom Awards. Courtesy/ LARSO
LARSO chefs Keith Haynes, left, and Stephen Jakob show off their New Mexico Golden Chile Blossom Awards. Courtesy/LARSO
By Kiah McConnell
LARSO
The Los Alamos Retired and Senior Organization (LARSO) is proud to announce that their chefs and kitchen assistants have been honored with the prestigious New Mexico Golden Chile Blossom Award. This recognition not only celebrates the hard work of its kitchen staff but also brings a sense of Read More
Reagor: Thank You For Your Trust And Support
By DAVID REAGOR
Newly re-elected County Councilor
Dear Los Alamos voters,
It is a great honor to be reelected in our county. I want to thank the over a hundred people who helped with this campaign. It was far more effort than any one person can do. I will try to thank you individually in the coming days. The support came from all sides with people who want a great town for citizens of all income levels.
I especially want to thank the over a thousand registered democrats who must have voted for me to produce these totals. Your opinions are important, continue to share them, and they will be acted on.
We may Read More
