Governor Issues Proclamation For Vietnam Veterans
NMDVS News:
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has issued a message and proclamation designating Sunday, March 29: “National Vietnam War Veterans Day” in New Mexico.
“As we continue to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic, I want to take a moment to recognize our Vietnam War veterans on this day: March 29…National Vietnam War Veterans Day.
“March 29 is the day our nation recognizes the men and women who were denied a proper welcome upon returning home from their service in Vietnam.
“Today many in our nation may debate the merits of that war. However, in issuing a state proclamation declaring the day as “National Read More
Governor Orders Air Travelers To New Mexico To Self-Isolate
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham
From The Office of the Governor:
SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham on Friday issued an executive order requiring air travelers to New Mexico to self-isolate for at least 14 days to help combat the spread of COVID-19.
Air travelers who fail to voluntarily self-isolate will be subject to forced isolation or quarantine by the New Mexico Health Department, Lujan Grisham says in the order.
The majority of confirmed cases of COVID-19 in New Mexico have resulted from interstate and international travel into the state.
“Because some individuals infected with COVID-19
County Council Chair Sara Scott Issues Update On Local COVID-19 Response Following State’s Recent Actions
By Chair Sara Scott
Los Alamos County Council
In the past week, two important actions have been taken by our state government to limit the spread of COVID-19.
These include the Stay at Home instruction issued by Health Secretary Kathy Kunkel on March 23 and the announcement by Public Education Secretary Ryan Stewart (today) that schools would be closed for the remainder of the year.
Our state is also aggressively expanding access and throughput for testing; New Mexico is currently the fourth highest in testing per capita in the nation (New York Times, March 26, 2020). While understanding that Read More
Udall, Heinrich: $150 Billion ‘Marshall Plan’ For Health Care System Included In Emergency Coronavirus Package
U.S. SENATE News:
- Udall, Heinrich, and Senate Democrats secured an additional $55 billion for needs of hospitals and healthcare workers over course of negotiations
- New Mexico and its local governments also can receive up to $1.25 billion in federal reimbursement for pandemic response costs
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Tom Udall (D-NM) and Martin Heinrich (D-NM) announced that the coronavirus emergency response bill passed by the Senate on Wednesday will provide more than $150 billion of critical relief to hospitals and health care workers across the nation in response to the COVID-19 Read More
Chart 12: COVID-19 Daily Cases By County In New Mexico
Chart shows between March 11 and March 27 the daily cases of COVID-19 by county in New Mexico. Courtesy/Eli Ben-Naim
Chart shows the cumulative cases of COVID-19 by county in New Mexico. Courtesy/Eli Ben-Naim
Chart shows total COVID-19 cases statewide in New Mexico. Courtesy/Eli Ben-Naim
Chart shows number of COVID-19 cases per county across New Mexico. Courtesy/Eli Ben-Naim Read More
New Mexico COVID-19 Cases Now At 191
STATE News:
- 27 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 1 new case in Cibola County
- 1 new case in Eddy County
- 1 new case in Lea County
- 2 new cases in McKinley County
- 1 new case in Rio Arriba County
- 1 new case in Roosevelt County
- 5 new cases in Sandoval County
- 3 new cases in San Juan County
- 7 new cases in Santa Fe County
- 5 new cases in Taos County
- 1 new case in Valencia County
The Department of Health on Thursday reported no additional deaths in the Read More
PED Secretary: K-12 Schools Closed Through Academic Year
Public Education Secretary Ryan Stewart
By BONNIE J. GORDON
Los Alamos Daily Post
bjgordon@ladailypost.com
SANTA FE — Public Education Secretary Ryan Stewart hosted a virtual conference call with members of the media 10-11 a.m. today.
Early Childhood Education and Care Secretary Elizabeth Groginsky, Children, Youth and Families Secretary Brian Blalock and Indian Affairs Secretary Lynn Trujillo joined Stewart for the call.
Stewart announced that schools will remain closed through the end of this academic year in May. Educators will communicate with students online and via cell Read More
Changes To Council Meeting Due To COVID-19 Pandemic
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Council meeting scheduled in Council Chambers 6 p.m. Tuesday, March 31 will be using a format that complies with the recent New Mexico Department of Health’s public health emergency order governing mass gatherings because of COVID-19.
Public in-person attendance Tuesday evening will not be allowed. Minimal County staff will be in attendance to present items and most Councilors will be participating by phone.
The agenda has been streamlined to focus on time-sensitive matters. Members of the public interested in watching the meeting can view the agenda Read More
Superintendent Responds To Governor’s Announcement
Superintendent Kurt Steinhaus
Los Alamos Public Schools
LAPS News:
Los Alamos Public Schools Superintendent Kurt Steinhaus today sent the following letter to parents and families:
Dear LAPS Parents and Families,
Attached is today’s announcement from Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham and Education Secretary Ryan Stewart.
This information tracks closely with what I sent yesterday about our plan called innovative LA learning.
Today, we are working on a special message for high school Read More
Health Department: COVID-19 Testings In Los Alamos April 2
NMDOH News:
Testing people sick (not needing immediate medical attention) or who have recently traveled.
SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH)’s reports a COVID-19 screening Thursday, April 2, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. or while supplies last, at Overlook Park in White Rock.
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Priority screening will be provided for the following:
- People experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 infection: fever, cough, or shortness of breath; and
- People who have traveled from Europe (to include Italy), China, Iran, South Korea, Japan, Seattle, New York City, San Francisco and Portland.
It is critical to Read More
New Mexico Governor Announces K-12 School Closings Must Continue To Prevent Potential Spread Of COVID-19
STATE News:
SANTA FE – New Mexico public education will shift to a learn-at-home model as schools remain closed for the rest of the academic year, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham and state education and child care officials announced today.
The decision is part of a two-pronged plan to protect New Mexicans from COVID-19 and ensure that children are protected, fed and educated and that families are supported through this crisis.
The governor previously ordered all public schools closed for three weeks, March 16-April 3, but warned at the time that an extension could be needed. It came today with
U.S. Senators Udall And Heinrich: Coronavirus Relief Bill Provides $377 Billion In Small Business Aid
U.S. SENATE News:
“Payment Protection” loans can be used for payroll, rent, and utilities and will be forgiven and converted to grants if workers are kept on payroll
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Tom Udall (D-N.M.) and Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) are highlighting that the recently passed Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act includes major provisions to provide relief to small businesses and non-profits hurt by the coronavirus pandemic and its required public health responses.
The bill includes $377 billion in small business aid – including up Read More
EPA Continues Efforts To Help Increase Availability Of Disinfectant Products For Use Against Novel Coronavirus
EPA News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Thursday, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) took steps to provide additional flexibilities to manufacturers of disinfectants and other pesticides.
EPA intends for these flexibilities to increase the availability of products for Americans to use against the novel coronavirus. After meeting with stakeholders last week and discussing supply chain challenges posed by the pandemic, EPA is allowing manufacturers to obtain certain inert ingredients—or inactive ingredients like sodium chloride or glucose—from different suppliers without checking Read More
Chart 11: COVID-19 Daily Cases By County In New Mexico
Chart shows between March 11 and March 26 the daily cases of COVID-19 by county in New Mexico. Courtesy/Eli Ben-Naim
Chart shows the cumulative cases of COVID-19 by county in New Mexico. Courtesy/Eli Ben-Naim
Chart shows number of COVID-19 cases per 100,000 residents in New Mexico. Courtesy/Eli Ben-Naim
Chart shows number of COVID-19 cases per county across New Mexico. Courtesy/Eli Ben-Naim Read More
Governor Seeks Deployment Of Army Hospital To N.M.
STATE News:SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has formally requested that the U.S. Defense Department deploy a staffed 248-bed U.S. Army combat support hospital (CSH) to Albuquerque as a proactive measure intended to enhance the state’s treatment capacity.
“This CSH is urgently needed to support the State of New Mexico’s ongoing response to the COVID-19 pandemic, which threatens to overwhelm our existing medical treatment facilities and resources,” Lujan Grisham wrote Wednesday in a letter to Defense Secretary Mark Esper.
The governor made the request under a federal law that authorizes
New Mexico State Police: Working To Keep Citizens Safe During COVID-19 Outbreak
State Police requests public and businesses to comply with Emergency Public Health Order. Courtesy/NMSP
NMSP News:
New Mexico State Police requests the help of the public and New Mexico businesses in complying with the Emergency Public Health Order.
The Order requires all non-essential businesses to stop operating, and State Police, in conjunction with local law enforcement, will ensure that businesses adhere to its directives.
We believe the great majority of businesses will continue to voluntarily comply in the interest of public safety. However, in the event businesses are not compliant, Read More
New Mexico COVID-19 Cases Now At 136
STATE News:
SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials announced 24 today additional positive tests for COVID-19.
Per the New Mexico Department of Health, the most recent cases are:
Seven new cases in Bernalillo County:
- A female in her 20s
- A female in her 30s
- A male in his 40s
- A male in his 50s
- Three males in their 60s
One new case in Chaves County:
- A female in her 50s
Three new cases in Doña Ana County:
- Three males in their 20s
Two new cases in Sandoval County:
- A female in her 60s
- A male in his 70s
Six new cases in San Juan County:
- A female in her teens
- A female in her 30s
- A male in his 30s
- A female in her 40s
- A female
Amid COVID-19 Pandemic Del Norte Credit Union Adjusts Daily Operations Due To Possible Exposure; Temporarily Closes Los Alamos And White Rock Branches
DNCU News:
SANTA FE — Del Norte Credit Union (DNCU), New Mexico’s hometown financial cooperative announces important updates surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic that continues to spread across the country.
DNCU has adjusted operations to comply with CDC and The New Mexico Department of Health recommendations to protect their staff, members, and communities.
Although there has not been a confirmed case of COVID-19, effective today, March 26, 2020, Del Norte Credit Union is taking the following actions out of an abundance of caution:
Their locations at 40 Rover Blvd. in White Rock and 1000 Read More
Statewide COVID-19 Response Fund Launches Today
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham
SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced today a new fund established by the New Mexico Coalition of Community Foundations to help New Mexico respond to and eventually recover from the COVID-19 pandemic.
The All Together NM Fund will be used to address immediate needs and offer long-term support for the recovery work that lies ahead.
Pledges of more than $1.1 million from Ian and Sonnet McKinnon; Intel; Pattern Energy; Blattner Energy; and Tri State Generation and Transmission Association will seed the fund, which will be administered by the Santa Fe Community
Superintendent Shares Plan If School Ends For This Year
Superintendent Kurt Steinhaus
Los Alamos Public Schools
LAPS News:
Los Alamos Public Schools Superintendent Kurt Steinhaus today sent the following letter to parents and families:
Dear LAPS Parents and Families
In light of the PED Secretary’s announcement today that “there is a strong likelihood that school will be closed for the remainder of the year”, we have a plan to help you and your children.
It is called innovative LA learning.
The idea is to keep the minds of LAPS students engaged with creative, age-appropriate and constructive activities. While this is a time of uncertainty and challenge, Read More
