County Goals & Objectives Available At Online Dashboard
COUNTY News:
Residents may now view County goals and objectives online at the updated Los Alamos County Performance Metrics Dashboard available here.
The dashboard tracks the County departments’ progress of the five goals identified in the 2025 Strategic Leadership Plan:
- Quality Governance;
- Operational Excellence;
- Economic Vitality;
- Quality of Life; and
- Environmental Stewardship, as well as the 22 objectives.
Department staff update the dashboard regularly.
Direct questions to Public Information Officer Julie Williams-Hill at julie.williams@lacnm.us. Read More
‘We Love Public Lands Rally’ To Protest Proposed Public Land Sales & National Monument Reductions June 23
NMW News:
SANTA FE — At 3:30 p.m., Monday, June 23, New Mexico Wild and its partners are inviting members of the public to join its peaceful Public Lands Rally and March through downtown Santa Fe, New Mexico. The rally will send a loud message to elected officials and key members of the Trump administration that New Mexicans value public lands and national monuments and oppose any attempts to sell off public lands and reduce national monument boundaries.
The rally will be held at De Vargas Park (302 W De Vargas St) followed by a march to the El Dorado Hotel (309 W San Francisco St.) where Interior Secretary Read More
Haaland Uplifts Traditional Water Systems With Taos Valley Acequia Association, Makes Stops To Local Businesses
STATE News:
TAOS — On June 18, Deb Haaland, candidate for New Mexico governor, met with leaders from the Taos Valley Acequia Association (TVAA) to discuss protecting water rights, strengthening agricultural infrastructure, and preserving traditional farming practices. While in Taos, Haaland also made several stops to local businesses and met with leaders of Taos Pueblo.
“For centuries, acequias have been the lifeblood of our communities, and we must work together to protect these traditions for future generations,” Deb Haaland said. “With the federal government aiming Read More
Community Invited To Candlelight Vigil 7 PM Wednesday July 2 At Ashley Pond Park To Support Immigrants
By Rabbi Jack Shlachter
Los Alamos Jewish Center
A number of faith communities in Los Alamos have been working together to organize a candlelight vigil at Ashley Pond at 7 p.m. MDT on Wednesday, July 2, to raise awareness about the plight of refugees, asylum seekers, and immigrants in our country and reaffirm our identity as a nation that welcomes immigrants and thrives because of them.
This date was chosen because it falls between June 6, the anniversary of the date that the MS St. Louis was turned away from US shores in 1939 and July 6, the day in 1798 that the Alien Enemies Act was signed.
Nationwide, Read More
Robinson: The great land rush of 2025
By SHERRY ROBINSON
All She Wrote
© 2024 New Mexico News Services
We now know which public lands in New Mexico that Congressional Republicans might sell, and it’s quite a list — 61 properties in 20 counties. Authors of the budget reconciliation bill have been secretive, but Sen. Martin Heinrich recently extracted some specifics.
Heinrich, a Democrat who is the ranking member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, released the list on June 18, saying the bill mandates the unprecedented sale of two to three million acres.
We’ve been having this public lands debate for years. Read More
EDD: Quarterly Statewide Economic Summaries Report Strong Growth Across New Mexico Counties
EDD Secretary Rob Black
EDD News:
SANTA FE – The New Mexico Economic Development Department (EDD) released its quarterly statewide and county Economic Summaries, which reflect strong economic growth across many of its target industry sectors, including green and sustainable energy, sustainable agriculture, advanced manufacturing, and international trade.
This quarter’s reports show a growth of more than $2 million in Matched Taxable Gross Receipts (MTGR)* statewide from the first quarter to the second quarter of FY25. Year-over-year (YOY), MTGR increased by $1.33 billion, or 5%. Read More
Governor Secures Resources To Aid Cotton Fire Response
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham
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SANTA FE — Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham obtained federal emergency funding Saturday to send additional firefighting crews, engines and air support to combat the Cotton Fire in Valencia County.
“New Mexican families are facing substantial challenges tonight, and we are mobilizing all available state resources to assist them,” Gov. Lujan Grisham said. “I’m deeply grateful to the firefighters and first responders who continue to battle this fire under Read More
Rallying Cry: Public Lands Advocates Mobilize Against GOP Proposal To Sell 14 Million Acres In New Mexico
This map, released by the Wilderness Society, shows eligible lands scattered across New Mexico at risk in a new bill proposing to reverse long-standing public land protections. Courtesy/The Wilderness Society
By MARLENE WILDEN
Los Alamos Daily Post
marlene@ladailypost.com
A sweeping new proposal backed by U.S. Senate Republicans has sparked widespread concern across New Mexico, as it would make up to 14 million acres of the state’s federally managed public lands eligible for sale. Conservation groups, tribal leaders, and outdoor recreation advocates are sounding alarms over the Read More
U.S. Rep. Stansbury Joins Bipartisan Resolution To Reaffirm: ‘Only Congress Has Authority To Declare War’
From the Office of U.S. Rep. Melanie Stansbury:
ALBUQUERQUE — U.S. Rep. Melanie Stansbury (NM-01) issued the following statement on the United States going to war:
“The U.S. Constitution is clear: the authority to declare war sits solely with Congress. President Trump may not declare war or engage in offensive military action without the explicit consent of both the United States House of Representatives and Senate.
Just in case they forgot — a bipartisan group of lawmakers, including myself, has joined a resolution to reaffirm our Congressional authority. Now is the time for diplomacy.” Read More
County Council To Hold Regular Session Tuesday June 24
Canceled: June 24 County Personnel Board Meeting
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Personnel Board meeting scheduled for Tuesday, June 24, has been canceled.
This meeting is canceled due to the absence of agenda items requiring the Board’s attention at this time. Read More
Indian Pueblo Cultural Center Gala September 2025
Indian Pueblo Cultural Center News:
The community is invited to attend “an unforgettable evening” featuring inspiring performances, auctions, and a delightful dinner by the acclaimed Indian Pueblo Kitchen.
To reserve a table for the Sept. 20 event, click here.
Attendance at this event supports the mission of the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center and helps to sustain and share Pueblo culture for generations to come. Learn more here. Read More
Public Utilities Board To Hold Closed Meeting June 25
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Board of Public Utilities is scheduled to hold a closed meeting at 7 p.m., Wednesday, June 25, in the Department of Public Utilities Conference Room at the Municipal Building, 1000 Central Ave.
The purpose of the meeting is to conduct “Utilities Manager Performance Planning”. Read More
Heinrich On Energy Department Budget Request, Stresses Need For Affordable, Domestic Sources
Video: Ranking Member Martin Heinrich of New Mexico delivers opening remarks on DOE’s Fiscal 2026 budget request, June 18, before the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee. Courtesy/Heinrich Office
From the Office of U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich:
- Heinrich to Wright: “We cannot expect to maintain U.S. leadership in emerging technologies if we shortchange the offices, programs, and most importantly, people, needed to do so.”
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In his opening statement, U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), Ranking Member on the U.S. Energy and Natural Resources Committee, grilled Read More
Stansbury Opposes Trump Cuts To Vital Veteran Programs
U.S. CONGRESS News:
ALBUQUERQUE — Rep. Melanie Stansbury (NM-01) joined New Mexico state lawmakers and community leaders for a veteran’s town hall to answer questions directly from veterans on issues that impact them in light of the Trump administration’s cuts to the VA, and attacks on our service members by Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth.
The Congresswoman joined New Mexico State Rep. Debbie Sariñana (D-Albuquerque), New Mexico State Sen. Harold Pope Jr. (D-Albuquerque), and U.S. Marine Corps veteran Frank Smith.
Rep. Sariñana and Sen. Pope both served in the U.S. Air Read More
RGA Statement: A Contrast Of Records In Virginia
RGA News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Republican Governors Association (RGA) released the following statement on the Virginia gubernatorial election:
“The general election is officially on, and the contrast could not be more clear between Lt. Governor Winsome Earle-Sears’ record of commonsense leadership alongside Governor Youngkin versus Abigail Spanberger’s failed record in Washington. While Winsome Earle-Sears is ready to axe the Car Tax and the Tax on Tips, Spanberger will continue to protect illegal criminals over Virginia families and oppose commonsense tax cuts – just like she Read More
Los Alamos County Council Unanimously Approves Moving Forward With Cover Structure Over Ice Rink
An example of a mono-slope ice rink cover structure that Los Alamos County is considering for its ice rink. This particular structure is at the Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Ice Rink in British Columbia. Courtesy/LAC
BY KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
For years, it has been discussed, brainstormed and campaigned for, but finally the Los Alamos County Ice Rink is approved to get a shade structure.
Council unanimously approved during its regular meeting June 10 to move forward with a mono-slope framed, pre-engineered steel structure. The cost for this roofing is expected Read More
Benjamin Victor Unveils Sculptures At 2025 D-Day Celebration In Normandy
Benjamin Victor unveiled his sculptures at this year’s D-Day celebration in Normandy in northern France. His work celebrates the contribution of the 8th Air Force clearing from the skies the Luftwaffe (aerial warfare branch of Nazi Germany’s armed forces during World War II), making the Normandy invasion possible. To learn more about this world-class sculptor, visit benjaminvictor.com. Photo by Mike Johnson Read More
Canceled: Today’s Environmental Sustainability Meeting
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Environmental Sustainability Board meeting scheduled for today, June 18, is canceled due to a lack of quorum. Read More
Luján, Dingell Announce Legislation To Strengthen Home And Community-Based Services
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) and U.S. Rep. Debbie Dingell (D-Mich.) announced the introduction of the Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Relief Act, legislation to provide dedicated Medicaid funds for home and community-based services (HCBS) for older adults, children, and youth and adults with disabilities for two years. The HCBS Relief Act would decrease the need to move people into congregate settings and allow them to receive the services and support they need from their own homes. The bill is also designed to support service provider agencies Read More
