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County And Community Partners Launch ‘I Can Help’ Program To Support Residents In Need

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COUNTY News:

Many Los Alamos County community members are facing growing uncertainty due to the ongoing federal government shutdown, rising food costs, and other economic challenges. In response, Los Alamos County Social Services Division has joined forces with LA Cares, Self-Help, Trinity on the Hill, Los Alamos MainStreet, and other community partners to launch the “I Can Help” program — a collaborative effort to provide emergency food meal kits and coordinate community donations for those in need beginning Nov. 7, 2025, at designated locations.

“This program highlights what makes Read More

Atomic City Transit Concludes Saturday Service Pilot Program, Seeks Feedback

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COUNTY News:

Atomic City Transit (ACT) concluded its Saturday service pilot program with ACT MyRide on October 25, 2025. The County expresses thanks to all the riders who made the program a success by utilizing the service, and are grateful to customers who provided insight by taking the survey and sharing about their transit experience.

For 13 weeks, beginning Aug. 2, 2025, ACT was able to provide transportation service for Los Alamos and White Rock on Saturdays with its MyRide on-demand program, when traditional bus service is not provided.

Following is an overview of the successful pilot Read More

Public Meeting: NM4 Crossing, Multi-Use Trail Improvement, & Piñon School Trail Projects

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Image courtesy/LAC

COUNTY News:

The Los Alamos County Public Works Department, in partnership with the Transportation Board, invites community members to attend a second public meeting to discuss the New Mexico Highway 4 and Multi-Use Trail Improvement Project and the Piñon School Trail Project.

These projects involve the design and construction of new and reconstructed multi-use trails along the south side of NM 4, between Sherwood Boulevard and La Vista Drive, within Piñon Park in White Rock. The planned improvements aim to enhance safety and connectivity for both pedestrians and cyclists. Read More

Los Alamos County Joins Forces With Community Partners To Launch ‘I Can Help’ Program For Residents In Need

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COUNTY News:

Many Los Alamos County community members are facing growing uncertainty due to the ongoing federal government shutdown, rising food costs, and other economic challenges.

In response, Los Alamos County Social Services Division has joined forces with LA Cares, Self-Help, Trinity on the Hill, Los Alamos MainStreet, and other community partners to launch the “I Can Help” program — a collaborative effort to provide emergency food meal kits and coordinate community donations for those in need beginning Nov. 7 at designated locations.

“This program highlights what makes Los Alamos Read More

Los Alamos County Continues To Ponder How Best To Reduce Single-Use Plastic Bags

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The debate continues on how to reduce single-use plastic bags in Los Alamos County. Courtesy image 

By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com

Los Alamos County has been tightly enwrapped and knotted in an ongoing question: should the County ban or enforce a fee for single-use plastic bags?

The question has been debated over the years, but it recently reappeared during the Environmental Sustainability Board (ESB) meeting Oct. 16 and then again at the Oct. 21 County Council work session.

Based on feedback during the Oct. 21 work session, council seemed to favor proceeding Read More

Recap From Council Meeting Approving GRT Increase

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Los Alamos County Administrative Services Director Helen Perraglio discusses increasing the County’s Gross Receipt Tax during Tuesday’s Council meeting. Courtesy/LAC

By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com

It was time for a reality check, Los Alamos County Council learned during its regular meeting Tuesday night. Either the County’s Gross Receipt Tax (GRT) increases or significant reductions to the budget will be needed.

Ultimately, council approved 6-1 with Councilor David Reagor opposed to pass two ordinances to increase the Los Alamos’ GRT a total of 0.625 Read More

County Among Top Finalists For Best In Governance Awards

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Los Alamos County Manager Anne Laurent and Tobin McKearin, COO of POLCO celebrate Los Alamos County placing among the top finalists nationwide in Polco’s 2025 Best in Governance Awards. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Input from Los Alamos County residents in the 2024 National Community Survey (NCS) has placed the County among the top finalists nationwide in Polco’s 2025 Best in Governance Awards for Voice of the People in the Natural Environment category.
The County was also recognized as a top finalist for Transformational Improvement in both the Economy and Community Design categories,
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Police Cadets From 20-Plus New Mexico Agencies Including Jake Wesley Trujillo Of Los Alamos Graduate Basic Training

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The graduation on Wednesday of police cadets from more than 20 New Mexico law enforcement agencies, including Jake Wesley Trujillo of Los Alamos Police Department. Courtesy/DPS

DPS News:

SANTA FE – Police cadets representing more than 20 New Mexico law enforcement agencies, including Jake Wesley Trujillo of Los Alamos, completed basic training Wednesday, graduating as part of Class 210.

“Our Basic Police Officer Training at the academy is critical to ensure those entering the law enforcement profession are trained and prepared to serve the citizens in this state,” said New Mexico Department Read More

On-Call Environmental Consulting Services: Walnut Canyon Restoration Project

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Courtesy/Los Alamos County

COUNTY News:

Los Alamos County Parks and Open Space will be conducting restoration work along the stream corridor of Walnut Canyon during the month of November.

The scope of the project consists of stream corridor stabilization, restoration, invasive species removal, soil and water conservation, and revegetation techniques. On this 30-acre parcel, restoration control methods will be installed. These methods will be implemented in accordance with established guidelines to minimize environmental and aesthetic concerns, as well as enhance the ecological Read More