Los Alamos Council Chair Sara Scott Addresses COVID-19
By SARA SCOTT
Chair
Los Alamos County Council
Our County is facing challenges to our health, economy and personal stress levels – concerns regarding the Coronavirus are evolving rapidly and we are all responding to new information, significant closures, and public health orders daily. As a community, this is a chance for us to show how much we care for each other.
We’ve been through challenges before and what I’ve seen from folks in town these past few weeks doesn’t surprise me – from the sincere interest by so many in what they personally can do to limit the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic to rapidly Read More
Postponed: Coffee With A Cop And Athletes
LAPD News:Scenes Of Shoppers Stocking Up At Smith’s Marketplace
Scene this morning of shoppers stocking up at Smith’s Marketplace in Los Alamos in view of coronavirus concerns. Photo by John McHale.ladailypost.com
Scene this morning of the egg cooler at Smith’s Marketplace in Los Alamos. Photo by John McHale.ladailypost.com
Scene this morning of partially empty shelves at Smith’s Marketplace in Los Alamos. Photo by John McHale.ladailypost.com
Scene this morning at Smith’s Marketplace in Los Alamos. Photo by John McHale.ladailypost.com
Scene this morning of the empty shopping cart corral at Smith’s Marketplace in Los Alamos. Photo by John McHale.ladailypost.com Read More
NM Health Officials Announce 4 More COVID-19 Cases
From the Office of the Governor:
- A Bernalillo County man in his mid-50s with close household contact with a previous presumptive positive resident. He is at home in isolation;
- A Bernalillo County man in his 80s with close household contact with a previous presumptive positive resident.
Los Alamos County Issues Update On COVID-19
County Manager Harry Burgess
COUNTY News:
County Assessing, Monitoring Impacts on County Services
The Los Alamos County Emergency Management Office and County Manager continue to closely monitor the COVID-19 situation in cooperation with the State Department of Health and new directives being issued.
County Manager Harry Burgess said today that he expects Situation Reports from Department Directors by the end of today regarding their assessment of their department and a variety of factors that might impact County services in the near future.
Burgess said that planning is underway Read More
New Mexico Closes K-12 Public Schools For Three Weeks To Prevent Potential Spread Of COVID-19
STATE News:
‘Our goal is to be so effective at containment that three weeks is all we will need.’ –Gov. Lujan Grisham
SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced today that New Mexico K-12 public schools will close for three weeks, effective Monday, March 16, to mitigate the risk of community spread of COVID-19.
The order closing all public pre-schools and K-12 schools will be effective through April 3 and may be extended as conditions warrant. Schools will not be required to make up the missed instructional days at the end of the academic year, the Public Education Department said.
“This Read More
COVID-19 Update From Los Alamos Public Schools
Superintendent Kurt Steinhaus
LAPS News:
Greetings from the Los Alamos Public Schools!
Here is the latest information from the Governor’s press conference this morning:
The Public Education Department will waive the instructional hours requirement; thus, LAPS will not make up the two weeks of missed school (March 16-12 and March 30-April 3).
NM hotline for health questions: 1-855-600-3453; and
NM hotline for everything else: 1-833-551-0518.
Here is additional information from the Los Alamos Public Schools:
- Beginning March 16 and ending April 3, grab and go lunches will be provided for
Enterprise Bank & Trust Issues Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update: Mitigating Risk
From Enterprise Bank & Trust:
You are likely receiving many emails and other communications regarding how you can protect yourself from the risks associated with COVID-19 (coronavirus).
As your financial partner, we believe it’s important to communicate with you about steps we are taking to mitigate risk and ways you can protect your business. We have one simple objective: keeping you and our associates safe.
First, here are some ways to safeguard your experience as you bank:
Use online banking, mobile banking, eStatements and mobile deposit services. These remote banking services Read More
Senior Centers Moves To Drive-Thru Lunch Program
Betty Ehart Senior Center at 1101 Bathtub Row. Courtesy/LARSO
White Rock Senior Center Drive-Thru at 133 Longview Dr.. Courtesy/LARS
By BERNADETTE LAURITZEN
Executive Director
LARSO
The State has declared a change to our meal programs, effective immediately we will not be offering our congregate meal on-site at either center.
Instead we will offer a drive-thru option 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and members must be registered by 10 a.m. as you would for a daily meal.
You will be greeted by friendly staff, asked to sign for pick up and given a meal in a sealed tray. You have the option to request additional Read More
Los Alamos Municipal Court Currently Staying Open
Municipal Court Judge Elizabeth Allen
Municipal Court News:
With the latest reports of closures within the State of New Mexico, Los Alamos Municipal Court is staying open unless directed differently by the New Mexico Supreme Court.
However, there are options for individuals who do not want to appear in public:
Teen Court
Teen Court is currently postponed while the New Mexico Schools are closed. The Court will notify all those currently scheduled for Teen Court to set a new date. Those who are completing Teen Court sanctions will get an extension to comply in connection with the school closure Read More
On The Job In Los Alamos: Speaking To First Responders
On the job in Los Alamos Tuesday evening is Hospital Chaplain S.S. SarbSarang K. Khalsa, speaking to the Los Alamos County Chaplain Corps. and Behavioral Health Response Team gathered at the Los Alamos Fire Administration Training Room, 999 Central Ave. Khalsa shares information about the Sikhs faith to give first responders a greater understanding when assisting people of the Sikhs community. She explains about the Five Articles of Faith, which includes a steel bracelet (Kara) that represents self-restraint and a link to God. #worklosalamos #where discoveriesaremade. Photo by Jenn Read More
Canceled: CDAB Meeting Scheduled For Monday
COUNTY News:
The Community Development Advisory Board (CDAB) scheduled for Monday, March 16 has been canceled.
The decision was made after consulting with Vice Chair Catherine Ozment and Council Liaison James Robinson. The reason behind cancelling the meeting is COVID-19 concerns.
“While I realize the risk right now may not be high, I was not willing to potentially risk the health of board members and their families,” CDAB Chair Aaron Walker said. “In my opinion, the tasks we had upcoming on our agenda can afford to wait a month in order to prioritize health and safety measures.”
About the CDAB: Read More
U.S. Sen. Tom Udall Introduces Legislation To Increase Tribal Public Health Security And Preparedness
U.S. Sen. Tom Udall
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Thursday, as the United States combats the global novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, U.S. Sen. Tom Udall (D-N.M.), vice chairman of the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs, introduced the CDC Tribal Public Health Security and Preparedness Act.
This legislation would allow Tribes to apply directly to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) public health emergency preparedness (PHEP) program and authorizes the CDC to make any necessary modifications to the program to fit the needs of Tribal applicants.
The CDC PHEP Read More
Postponed: Los Alamos Historical Society April Lecture
Historical Society News:
The Los Alamos Historical Society’s April 14 lecture has been postponed.
Matthew Shindell, Curator of Plantary Science and the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum, will give his lecture on Harold Urey and 20th century science at a later date to be announced soon.
Stay connected with the Historical Society at losalamoshistory.org and @LosAlamosHistory on Facebook.
The Los Alamos Historical Society preserves, promotes, and communicates the remarkable history and inspiring stories of Los Alamos and its people for our community, for the global audience, Read More
Canceled: Women’s Lenten Retreat At IHM Saturday
IHM News:
The Lenten retreat for women with popular Catholic author and speaker Sarah Christmyer scheduled for Saturday at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Los Alamos is canceled.
Skolnik: Still Failing On COVID-19
By RICHARD SKOLNIK
Los Alamos
The United States is still failing to meet the grave threats posed by COVID-19.
Testing for COVID-19 must be central to addressing the outbreak. Yet, testing is not being carried out in sufficient numbers to stem the growth of COVID-19 cases. South Korea has tested more than 700 times the number of people per capita than we have tested and Japan 12 times. Their approach to testing has been central to their slowing the increase of new infections.
In addition, the US protocols for testing will lead to many missed cases, given the extent to which transmission is occurring Read More
Canceled: Concordia Santa Fe Wind Orchestra Concert
By CHRIS NIERMAN
Board of Directors President
Concordia Santa Fe
Due to the New Mexico government’s response to the COVID-19 virus, it will not be possible for our Wind Orchestra to perform its scheduled concert Sunday, March 29.
While we are disappointed that the ensemble will not be able to share its music on that date, we applaud the efforts of our elected officials to keep all New Mexicans healthy and to minimize the impact of this serious contagion.
In the upcoming days and weeks, we will be working with our venue administrators at the New Mexico Museum of Art to determine if and when the Read More
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich Issues Update On Operations Of His Washington D.C. And New Mexico Offices
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) has announced that out of an abundance of caution and for the health and safety of both staff and visitors, his Washington, D.C. office will be operating with minimal on-site staff, with the remainder of staff working remotely.
The New Mexico offices remain fully staffed.
Heinrich will continue to carry out his official duties.
Heinrich will continue to keep New Mexicans informed of any changes and encourages residents to contact his offices for any assistance needed. Heinrich is also encouraging New Mexico residents Read More
Sixth Presumptive Positive COVID-19 Case In New Mexico
NMDOH News:
SANTA FE — New Mexico health officials announced Thursday that a sixth New Mexico resident tested presumptive positive for COVID-19, adding to the five presumptive positive tests this week.
Per New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH), the most recent case is a Santa Fe County woman in her 50s with known recent international travel to Italy. She is at home in isolation.
The other five presumptive positive tests in New Mexico are:
- A Socorro County husband and wife both in their 60s with known recent international travel to Egypt;
- A woman in her 70s in Bernalillo County with known
DPU Recommends Customers Conduct Business By Phone
COUNTY News:
In light of New Mexico Governor Lujan-Grisham’s public health emergency announced Wednesday, officials with the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities encourage its customers to conduct business with the department by phone or email as much as possible.
Customer Care representatives can transfer utilities services, verify account information or utility bills, and issue banner permits all by phone. Customers can reach the department 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday at 505.662.8333 or CustomerCare@lacnm.us. Payments can be made online at https://ladpu.com/paymentus Read More
