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LAFD Deploys Burnbot Technology For Wildfire Mitigation

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LAFD News: 

The Los Alamos County Fire Department (LAFD) has announced a new contracted wildfire-mitigation project that marks the first use of Burnbot technology in New Mexico.

LAFD has contracted directly with Burnbot, an industry leader in advanced fuel-management technology, and is working in partnership with the Santa Fe County Fire Department’s Black Canyon Crew to bring this innovative approach to local wildfire risk reduction.

Burnbot’s cutting-edge system combines technological innovation with proven forestry practices to reduce hazardous fuels across targeted areas Read More

County Starts Installation Of New EV Charging Infrastructure

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COUNTY News:

The County Sustainability Office, in partnership with Public Works, is excited to announce the start of the community’s electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure expansion project. The first step will see the installation of 12 new EV charging stations, powered by six state-of-the-art Level 2 dual-port networked chargers, at the Municipal Building parking lot, located at 1000 Central Ave., Los Alamos.

Scheduled to begin Oct. 13, 2025, and conclude by Dec. 31, 2025, the project will help accelerate the County’s commitment to reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions Read More

Bandelier Shuttle Service Suspended Until Further Notice

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COUNTY News:

Atomic City Transit (ACT) shuttle service at Bandelier National Monument is suspend beginning Oct. 1, 2025, until further notice.

For specific route service schedules, please visit the ACT website, call the office at 505.661.RIDE (7433), or use the ACTracker to locate your bus route in real-time. Riders are also encouraged to use the new ACT MyRide app for on-demand service Monday-Friday, and Saturdays through Oct. 25, 2025. Read More

Career Fair 3 p.m. Oct. 2 At Historic Fuller Lodge

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CHAMBER News:

The Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce is announcing that the Career Fair will take place once again 3-6 p.m., Wednesday at historic Fuller Lodge.

All skill levels are sought for multiple positions.

Employers planning to be on site to recruit:

  • University of New Mexico – Los Alamos
  • United Energy Workers Healthcare
  • Truly Nolan of America, Inc.
  • The Family YMCA
  • TechSource Inc
  • SMSI
  • Pueblo of Pojoaque Corporations
  • Medical Associates of Northern New Mexico
  • Los Alamos Public Schools
  • Los Alamos Medical Center
  • Los Alamos Medical Care Clinic, Ltd.
  • Los Alamos Fire Department
  • Los Alamos
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County Hosts Community Q&A Session For Metropolitan Redevelopment Areas Oct. 8

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COUNTY News:

Los Alamos County will host a question-and-answer session from 5:30–7 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 8, in Council Chambers, 1000 Central Ave., to discuss Metropolitan Redevelopment Areas (MRAs) in Los Alamos and White Rock. A hybrid option will be available for remote participation via Zoom.

Staff from the Community Development Department will provide an overview of MRAs, explain how they are designated, and answer questions about opportunities for property owners and the broader community. MRAs are districts where public and private investment can be focused to revitalize underutilized Read More

Share Your Thoughts On Public Art In Los Alamos County

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COUNTY News:

The Los Alamos Art in Public Places Board (APPB) wants to hear from you! A new Community Art Questionnaire is now open, and your input will help shape the future of public art in Los Alamos County.

This 3-part online questionnaire doesn’t take too long and is open to everyone. Topics include your thoughts on public art, specific artworks, and how familiar you are with the current collection.

Take the survey here: https://polco.us/n/res/vote/los-alamos-county-nm/public-art-in-los-alamos-county   Or click on the “Go to Content” button below.
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County Survey Will Gauge Gas Safety Awareness

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COUNTY News:

An upcoming survey will measure safety awareness of natural gas among Los Alamos County community members. It will also give insight into the effectiveness of natural gas safety outreach efforts of the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU).

Called the GOAL survey, short for Gas Overall Awareness Level, it is a product of the American Public Gas Association and will be conducted starting on Wednesday, Oct. 1. Natural gas customers and non-customers will be polled to determine their gas safety knowledge.

Participants’ answers will be benchmarked and results will be Read More

Switch Replacement Requires Outage On North Mesa Oct. 7

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COUNTY News:

Many North Mesa residents will be without electricity during the business day on Tuesday, Oct. 7, as Electric Distribution Division crews from the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU) conduct necessary work on the electrical system.

Properties from the Broadview neighborhood east to the end of the mesa are all within the area that will be without electricity for the day.

DPU’s linemen will replace a failed electrical switch on San Ildefonso east of Broadview. Two other aging switches along San Ildefonso will be upgraded to safer, new configurations. Those switches Read More

Lodger’s Tax Advisory Board’s Kevin Holsapple Expresses Concerns To County Council Ahead Of Tonight’s Consideration Of Multi-Year Tourism Marketing Agreement

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By KEVIN HOLSAPPLE
Member
Lodger Tax Advisory Board

Dear Councilors,

Here are comments and questions that I request that you address concerning agenda item AGR1163-25 on tonight’s agenda (multi-year tourism marketing agreement).

  1. As an LTAB member, I have had very limited exposure or opportunity to provide input into the agreement or selection of the contractor. This is contrary to my understanding of the advisory purpose of the LTAB as detailed in our work plan. If Lodger Tax funds are used to fund any part of the contract, please be aware that the LTAB has not reviewed the agreement nor had any
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