Los Alamos County public meetings in 2022
103 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Lodgers' Tax Advisory Board
The scheduled meeting of the Los Alamos County Lodgers' Tax Advisory Board for December 20, 2022, was canceled. No agenda items were listed for this session.
Lodgers' Tax Advisory Board
The scheduled meeting for the Los Alamos County Lodgers' Tax Advisory Board on May 26, 2022, was canceled. No agenda items were listed for discussion or decision.
Arts in Public Places Advisory Board
This special session consists of procedural items for the Arts in Public Places Advisory Board. The board will review minutes from the November 17, 2022, meeting and approve the schedule for 2023 meetings.
- Approval of November 17, 2022, meeting minutes
- Approval of 2023 APP meeting dates
- Review of pending items list
- Chairman's Report
- Staff Liaison Report
Environmental Sustainability Board
The Environmental Sustainability Board will review the Fiscal Year 2023 work plan and update liaison assignments. The meeting also includes updates on environmental services and residential sustainability.
- Review of FY23 ESB Work Plan
- Revision and appointment of liaison assignments
- Environmental Services Business & Operation Updates
- Residential Sustainability Report - November 2022
- Approval of November 17, 2022, minutes
Historic Preservation Advisory Board
The board will review the minutes from the November 2, 2022 meeting and discuss a draft for the Section 16-9 Historic Protection overlay district. The agenda also includes reports from council liaisons and staff updates.
- Review/approval of November 02, 2022 meeting minutes
- Discussion on formalizing the Section 16-9 Historic Protection overlay district draft code
- Council Liaison report from Sara Scott
Tourism Implementation Task Force
The Tourism Implementation Task Force is reviewing membership vacancies and recruitment for liaisons and members. The meeting includes updates on standing priority projects and New Mexico Tourism Department meeting opportunities. Members will also review work group assignments and reporting processes.
- Membership vacancies and recruitment for liaisons and members
- Standing priority projects status report
- New Mexico Tourism Department meeting opportunities report
- Review of task force work groups, assignments, and reporting format
County Council - Closed Session
The Los Alamos County Council held a closed session to conduct mid-year evaluations of the County Manager and the County Attorney. This meeting was conducted pursuant to New Mexico personnel matter laws.
- Mid-year evaluation of the County Manager
- Mid-year evaluation of the County Attorney
Library Board
The board will conduct elections for officers and review the 2023 meeting calendar. Members will also discuss returning to in-person or hybrid meetings and gathering community feedback for library services.
- Election of Board Officers
- Return to in-person or hybrid meetings
- Review of 2023 Library Board Meeting Calendar
- Presentation on Collection Development
- Gathering community feedback for library services
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings regarding two property setback waiver requests. One request involves a detached garage at 62 Grand Canyon Drive, and the other concerns an attached garage project at 3215 Arizona Avenue.
- 5-foot side setback waiver for a 14’ X 24’ detached garage at 62 Grand Canyon Dr.
- 17.1-foot front yard setback waiver for an attached garage and mudroom at 3215 Arizona Avenue.
- Approval of the August 22, 2022, meeting minutes.
County Council - Special Meeting
The County Council will hold a public hearing regarding Ordinance No. 02-333. This ordinance proposes to repeal and replace the entire text of Chapter 16, known as the 'Development Code.' Staff from Planning and Community Development will present information during the session.
- Public hearing for Ordinance No. 02-333 to repeal and replace the 'Development Code'
Environmental Sustainability Board
The Environmental Sustainability Board will review the minutes from the October 20, 2022, meeting. The agenda includes a presentation titled "How Do We Get More People on Bikes" and an update regarding the October 2022 Residential Sustainability Report.
- Presentation: "How Do We Get More People on Bikes"
- Approval of October 20, 2022, meeting minutes
- Environmental Services Business & Operation Updates (Residential Sustainability Report)
- Zero Waste Los Alamos team report
County Council - Regular Session
This session was designated as not a meeting for the purpose of testing equipment. No legislative or administrative items were listed for discussion or decision.
Library Board
The Los Alamos Library Board meeting scheduled for November 7, 2022, was cancelled due to a lack of quorum. The agenda included discussions on meeting formats and collection development.
- Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum
Tourism Implementation Task Force
The Tourism Implementation Task Force is considering approval of the 2023 meeting calendar. The group will also discuss the status of tourism strategic plan priorities and correspondence regarding the Historic District.
- Consideration and approval of the 2023 Meeting Calendar (16578-22)
- Response to correspondence regarding the Historic District (16576-22)
- Status update on active/pending items for the Tourism Strategic Plan (16556-22)
- Discussion of membership vacancies and recruitment
Historic Preservation Advisory Board
The board will discuss formalizing the Historic District Overlay and forming a Deke Parsons sub-committee. Members will also review minutes from the October 5, 2022, Planning and Zoning Commission meeting.
- Discussion on formalizing the Historic District Overlay
- Discussion on forming a Deke Parsons sub-committee
- Review of October 5, 2022, Planning and Zoning Commission minutes
Personnel Board
The Los Alamos County Personnel Board will discuss a proposed change to the Personnel Rules and Regulations regarding Rule 316 Stability Pay. The agenda also includes an update on union negotiations and reports from the HR Manager.
- Change to Personnel Rules and Regulations, Rule 316 Stability Pay
- Union negotiation update
- Approval of September 27, 2022, Personnel Board minutes
- HR Manager's report
County Council - Regular Session
This session is not a meeting and is designated for testing equipment. No items are listed for decision or discussion.
Environmental Sustainability Board
The Environmental Sustainability Board will review presentations regarding Extended Producer Responsibility and climate solutions. The agenda also includes approving previous meeting minutes and reviewing residential sustainability updates.
- Presentation on Extended Producer Responsibility & Product Stewardship
- Presentation on Climate Solution, Bridging Environmental Physics and Design
- Approval of August 18, 2022, meeting minutes
- September 2022 Residential Sustainability Report
Lodgers' Tax Advisory Board
The Lodgers' Tax Advisory Board will review the FY23 work plan priorities and pending projects list. The board will also receive reports on lodging tax revenue for August 2022 and visitation statistics. Additionally, members will discuss the VisitWidget App and board transitions.
- FY23 LTAB Work Plan Priorities
- VisitWidget App presentation
- August 2022 Lodgers' Tax Revenue Report
- Visitation by Attraction/Visitor Center report
- Board transition and member terms
County Council - Regular Session
The agenda indicates this session is not a meeting but is designated for testing equipment. No legislative or administrative items are listed for discussion or decision.
County Council - Regular Session
This session is designated as not a meeting for the purpose of testing equipment. No legislative or administrative items are scheduled for discussion or decision.
- Equipment testing
County Council - Regular Session
The session listed for October 17, 2022, is not a meeting. The agenda indicates the time is reserved for equipment testing at Fire Station # # in White Rock.
- Equipment testing at Fire Station # #
Parks and Recreation Board
The Parks and Recreation Board scheduled a tour of CSD facilities for October 15, 2022. No official action will be taken during this session.
- CSD Facilities Tour
County Council - Regular Session
The October 14, 2022, Los Alamos County Council session is designated as not a meeting for the purpose of testing equipment. No legislative items or public hearings are listed on this agenda.
County Council - Special Meeting
The County Council and Planning and Zoning Commission are holding a joint session to continue discussions from October 12, 2022. The agenda includes presentations on draft Modules 1, 2, and 3 of the Chapter 16 Development Code Update. Consultants Dekker/Perich/Sabatini will present recommendations for these modules.
- Approval of County Council minutes from August 20 and September 27, 2022
- Discussion and possible action on Chapter 16 Development Code Update recommendations
- Presentations by consultants Dekker/Perich/Sabatini regarding draft Modules 1, 2, and 3
County Council - Regular Session
The Los Alamos County Council session scheduled for October 13, 2022, contains no items for decision or discussion. The agenda indicates the time will be used for testing equipment.
- No council business listed
County Council - Special Meeting
The County Council and Planning and Zoning Commission are meeting in a joint session to continue discussions from the October 12, 2022, special session. The agenda includes reviewing recommendations for Modules 1, 2, and 3 of the Chapter 16 Development Code Update. The council will also consider approving minutes from August 20 and September 27, 2022.
- Approval of August 20 and September 27, 2022, meeting minutes
- Review of recommendations for Chapter 16 Development Code Update Modules 1, 2, and 3
- Presentation by consultants Dekker/Perich/Sabatini regarding the code update modules
County Council - Regular Session
The October 12, 2022, session is designated as not a meeting for the purpose of testing equipment. No items are listed for decision or discussion.
County Council - Special Meeting
The County Council and Planning and Zoning Commission will discuss recommendations for draft Modules 1, 2, and 3 of the Chapter 16 Development Code Update. Consultants Dekker/Perich/Sabatini are scheduled to present on these modules. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the August 20, 2022, and September 27, 2022, sessions.
- Discussion and possible action on recommendations for Chapter 16 Development Code Update Modules 1, 2, and 3
- Approval of County Council minutes for the August 20, 2022, Special Session and September 27, 2022, Regular Session
County Council - Closed Session
The Los Alamos County Council will meet in a closed session to discuss pending litigation regarding the San Juan Generating Station. The meeting includes collective bargaining negotiations with several labor unions, including electrical workers, plumbers, police, and firefighters. The Council will also discuss the purchase, acquisition, or disposal of real property.
- San Juan Generating Station litigation discussion
- Collective bargaining with Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 412 and IBEW Local 611
- Collective bargaining with Police Association Local 14 and Firefighters' Association IAFF Local 3279
- Discussion of real property purchase, acquisition, or disposal
Tourism Implementation Task Force
The Tourism Implementation Task Force will select work group priorities for fiscal year 2023. The meeting also includes reviews of the Ambassador Training Program and progress on the Tourism Strategic Plan.
- Selection of FY23 work group priorities and schedules
- Review of the Ambassador Training Program
- Discussion regarding membership vacancies and recruitment
- Review of a response to a letter concerning the Historic District
- Updates on MAPR Tours and Balloon Fiesta
Historic Preservation Advisory Board
The board will review the September 7, 2022 meeting minutes and discuss the roles of liaisons for county boards. Staff will also provide updates regarding the Rose Garden and the Baker House.
- Review/approval of September 07, 2022, meeting minutes
- Discussion on Los Alamos County Boards Roles of Liaisons
- Rose Garden update
- Baker House update discussion
Library Board
The Los Alamos County Library Board is meeting to review minutes from the August 1, 2022, meeting. The board will also discuss potential transitions back to in-person or hybrid meeting formats and receive a presentation on the Summer Reading Program.
- Review of August 1, 2022, meeting minutes
- Discussion and possible action regarding returning to in-person or hybrid meetings
- Presentation on the Summer Reading Program
Environmental Sustainability Board
The scheduled meeting of the Los Alamos County Environmental Sustainability Board for September 15, 2022, was canceled.
County Council - Closed Session
The Los Alamos County Council met in closed session to discuss threatened or pending litigation. The discussion focused on Case No. D-132-2021-00026, Brian Brogan v. Los Alamos County.
- Discussion regarding Case No. D-132-2021-00026: Brian Brogan v. Los Alamos County
Library Board
The September 12, 2022, Library Board meeting was cancelled due to a lack of quorum. The agenda included reviewing August minutes and discussing a return to in-person or hybrid meetings.
- Review of August 1, 2022, meeting minutes
- Discussion on returning to in-person or hybrid meetings
- Summer Reading Program presentation
Community Development Advisory Board
The Community Development Advisory Board will review recommendations regarding a Chapter 18 update for the County Council. The board will also discuss returning to in-person meetings.
- Discussion and action on Chapter 18 update recommendations to County Council
- Discussion and action on returning to in-person meetings
Board of Public Utilities
The Board of Public Utilities will meet in a closed session on September 7, 2022. The agenda is limited to discussing collective bargaining negotiations.
- Collective bargaining negotiations
Tourism Implementation Task Force
The Tourism Implementation Task Force will discuss responses to citizen letters regarding Downtown Historic District maintenance. The group will also receive an update on the W.A.C. Dorm Renovation Project and review various tourism project statuses.
- Response to letter regarding Downtown Historic District Maintenance
- W.A.C. Dorm Renovation Project update
- Short-Term Rental Study status update
- WR Visitor Center Projects (EV stations and restrooms)
- ScienceFest 2023 / Oppenheimer Film updates
Historic Preservation Advisory Board
The board will discuss updates regarding the Women's Dorm Building and the WAC Building design. Staff reports will also include updates on the Baker House and a deer fence for the Garden Club.
- Update and possible action on WAC Building design
- Presentation on Women's Dorm Building
- Baker House update
- Garden Club deer fence update
- Review of August 03, 2022 meeting minutes
County Council - Closed Session
The Los Alamos County Council is meeting in a closed session to conduct collective bargaining negotiations with several labor unions. The council will also discuss the purchase, acquisition, or disposal of real property.
- Collective bargaining negotiations with police, fire, plumbers/pipefitters, and electrical unions
- Discussion regarding the purchase, acquisition, or disposal of real property
County Council - Special Meeting
The Los Alamos County Council and Los Alamos Public Schools are holding a joint session to discuss the North Mesa Shared Gym. The agenda includes reviewing staff reports and public survey results regarding the project's site and scope.
- Discussion and possible action on North Mesa Shared Gym site and scope selections
- Review of public survey results for the North Mesa Gym
County Council - Closed Session
The Los Alamos County Council is meeting in a closed session to discuss threatened or pending litigation. The agenda includes discussions regarding two specific legal cases involving the Council.
- Discussion regarding Sirphey LLC v. Board of the County Council of Los Alamos County et al (Case No: D-132-CV-2021-00002)
- Discussion regarding Jain et al. v. County Council of the County of Los Alamos et al. (Case No: 1:22-cv-00465 JFR/LF)
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on two property requests. These include a dimensional waiver for a deck expansion at 680 Los Pueblos and a request to allow an additional accessory structure for a chicken coop at 60 Manhattan Loop.
- Dimensional waiver for deck expansion at 680 Los Pueblos
- Waiver to allow a third accessory structure for a chicken coop at 60 Manhattan Loop
County Council - Special Meeting
The County Council is conducting a public hearing regarding an appeal for Worms and Wildflowers Daycare. The request involves special use permits for a daycare facility and home business at 113 B La Senda Rd. The Council will also hold a closed session for deliberations on an administrative proceeding.
- Public hearing for daycare special use permits (CASE NO. APL-2020-0020)
- Special Use Permit for home business at 113 B La Senda Rd.
- Closed session deliberations on an administrative adjudicatory proceeding
Environmental Sustainability Board
The Environmental Sustainability Board will discuss a Water and Energy Conservation Plan presented by Abbey Hayward. Staff will also present the July 2022 Residential Sustainability Report. The meeting includes previews of upcoming discussions regarding producer responsibility and climate change cooling.
- Review of Water and Energy Conservation Plan
- Approval of July 21, 2022, meeting minutes
- July 2022 Residential Sustainability Report
- Preview of upcoming items regarding producer responsibility and climate change cooling
Property Valuation Protest Board
The Property Valuation Protest Board will conduct formal hearings regarding three property value protests. These cases involve commercial and residential accounts in the county.
- Protest # LAC-NR-2022-008 for Topvalco Inc. at 751 Trinity Dr. #100
- Protest # LAC-NR-2022-007 for Smith's Food & Drug Centers Inc. at 535 Central Ave.
- Protest # LAC-R-2022-018 for Ryan M. Kalas at 4531 Yucca St.
North Mesa Housing Project Committee
The North Mesa Housing Project Committee meeting scheduled for Friday, August 12, 2022, was canceled.
Tourism Implementation Task Force
The Tourism Implementation Task Force will discuss membership vacancies, recruitment, and the status of its charter. The meeting also includes a report on county projects and task force priorities related to the Los Alamos Tourism Strategic Plan.
- Membership vacancies and recruitment
- Status of the Task Force Charter
- County Projects Report
- Los Alamos Tourism Strategic Plan priorities
County Council - Closed Session
The Los Alamos County Council will hold a closed session to discuss item 16197-22. This discussion involves the potential purchase, acquisition, or disposal of real property.
- Discussion regarding the purchase, acquisition, or disposal of real property (Item 16197-22)
County Council - Special Meeting
The County Council is holding public hearings for the rezoning of two parcels from high-density residential to mixed-use. The agenda also includes a possible closed session regarding an administrative adjudicatory proceeding.
- Rezoning of Tract EA3 Q1 and EA3 Q2 (approx. 4.75 acres) from R-3-H-40 to Mixed-Use
- Amendment to the Comprehensive Plan/Future Land Use Map for Eastern Area 3
- Possible closed session and final action regarding an administrative adjudicatory proceeding
County Council - Regular Session
The County Council will hold public hearings regarding the rezoning of two parcels, totaling approximately 4.75 acres, from high-density residential to mixed-use. The agenda also includes a possible closed session for an administrative adjudicatory proceeding.
- Rezoning of Tracts EA3 Q1 and EA3 Q2 from R-3-H-40 to Mixed-Use
- Amendment to the Comprehensive Plan/Future Land Use Map for 4.75 acres
- Possible closed session regarding an administrative adjudicatory proceeding
County Council - Special Meeting
The County Council is conducting a public hearing regarding an appeal for a Special Use Permit at 113 B La Senda Rd. The application involves Worms and Wildflowers Daycare seeking to provide care for up to 12 children and operate a home business. The council will also enter a closed session for deliberations related to an administrative proceeding.
- Public hearing for Worms and Wildflowers Daycare special use permit
- Review of appeal regarding daycare facility and home business at 113 B La Senda Rd
- Closed session for deliberations on an administrative adjudicatory proceeding
Arts in Public Places Advisory Board
The Arts in Public Places Advisory Board will review presentations from five artists regarding art for the Los Alamos County Airport. The board will also discuss an evening of arts and culture and a donation of art from Parks Fields. Additionally, members are scheduled to approve minutes from the July 28, 2022 meeting.
- Artist presentations for Los Alamos County Airport art
- Approval of July 28, 2022 meeting minutes
- Discussion regarding Evening of Arts and Culture
- Donation of art from Parks Fields including a bench with animals and plaque
County Council - Special Meeting
The County Council is reviewing a request to rezone two parcels in Eastern Area 3 from high-density residential to mixed-use. This includes an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan and Future Land Use Map for approximately 4.75 acres. The council may also enter a closed session regarding an administrative adjudicatory proceeding.
- Rezoning of 4.75 acres (Tract EA3 Q1 and Q2) to Mixed-Use
- Amendment to the Comprehensive Plan/Future Land Use Map for Eastern Area 3
- Possible closed session regarding an administrative adjudicatory proceeding
Library Board
The Library Board will discuss the possibility of transitioning from remote to in-person meetings. The agenda also includes a review of the FY23 staff presentation schedule and a presentation on library material withdrawal.
- Discussion regarding returning to in-person board meetings
- Review of Draft Staff Presentation Schedule for FY23
- Presentation on Withdrawal of Library Materials
- Approval of July 11, 2022, meeting minutes
County Council - Special Meeting
The County Council will hold a public hearing regarding an appeal for special use permits at 113 B La Senda Rd. The request involves operating Worms and Wildflowers Daycare and a home business on the property. The Council may also enter a closed session for deliberations.
- Public hearing on special use permit appeal for Worms and Wildflowers Daycare
- Request for daycare services for up to 12 children at 113 B La Senda Rd
- Request for home business permit to employ more than one non-family member
- Closed session deliberation regarding an administrative adjudicatory proceeding
Inclusivity Task Force
The task force will vote on approving the final Racial Equity and Inclusivity Task Force report for the Los Alamos County Council. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the June 9, 2022 meeting.
- Review and approval of the final REI Taskforce report for Los Alamos County Council
- Approval of minutes from the June 9, 2022 meeting
Inclusivity Task Force
The task force will meet to review and approve the final REI Taskforce report for the Los Alamos County Council. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the June 9, 2022, meeting.
- Review and approval of the final REI Taskforce report for Los Alamos County Council
- Approval of minutes from the June 9, 2022, task force meeting
County Council - Closed Session
The Los Alamos County Council will meet in a closed session to discuss legal and personnel matters. This includes discussion regarding the Columbian Club of Los Alamos v. Incorporated County of Los Alamos, NMDOT et al litigation. The council will also discuss goal setting for the County Manager.
- Discussion of pending litigation involving Columbian Club of Los Alamos
- Discussion of County Manager goal setting
Inclusivity Task Force
This meeting is a continuation of the session held on July 22, 2022. The task force will consider approving the final REI Taskforce report for presentation to the Los Alamos County Council.
- Motion to review and approve the final REI Taskforce report for Los Alamos County Council
- Approval of minutes from the June 9, 2022, task force meeting
Environmental Sustainability Board
The Environmental Sustainability Board will review presentations regarding the creation of a pollinator habitat and methods to increase recycling. The meeting also includes various board member reports and an environmental services staff report.
- Presentation on creating a pollinator habitat (16174-22)
- Presentation on how to increase recycling (16175-22)
- Approval of May 19, 2022, meeting minutes (16173-22)
- Environmental Services Staff Report for June 2022 (16176-22)
Parks and Recreation Board
The Parks and Recreation Board will review findings related to the Integrated Master Plan (16117-22). The meeting includes presentations on LAC CSD survey findings, GRASP LOS findings, and Community Services Department survey comments.
- LAC CSD Survey Findings presentation
- Los Alamos Co GRASP LOS Findings presentation
- Community Services Department survey comments
Tourism Implementation Task Force
The committee will discuss the renewal of its charter and the assignment of task force projects and work groups. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding wayfinding discovery spot signs.
- Charter Renewal (16130-22)
- Wayfinding Discovery Spot Signs (16131-22)
- Assignment of Task Force Projects, Priorities and Work Groups (16132-22)
- Recruitment of Liaisons and Members
Library Board
The Library Board will review meeting minutes from June 6, 2022. The board will also address the creation of a new calendar for presentations by library staff.
- Review of June 6, 2022, meeting minutes
- Creation of a calendar for library staff presentations
Library Board
The Los Alamos County Library Board issued a notice of possible quorum for July 8, 2022. Members may attend a meet and greet for library manager candidates. No official action will be taken at this meeting.
- Meet and greet for Library Manager candidates
North Mesa Housing Project Committee
The scheduled meeting for the North Mesa Housing Project Committee on July 8, 2022, was cancelled. No items were listed for discussion or decision.
Inclusivity Task Force
The scheduled meeting of the Los Alamos County Racial Equity and Inclusivity Task Force was canceled due to a lack of quorum. No business was conducted or decided during this session.
- Meeting canceled due to lack of quorum
County Council - Closed Session
The County Council is meeting in a closed session to discuss the purchase, acquisition, or disposal of real property. This agenda contains only this single business item.
- Discussion of the purchase, acquisition or disposal of real property (Item 16094-22)
County Council - Regular Session
This session is designated as "Not a Meeting" for the purpose of testing equipment. No legislative items or public hearings are listed on the agenda.
County Council - Closed Session
The Los Alamos County Council met in a closed session to discuss limited personnel matters. The discussion focused on the evaluation of the Utilities Manager.
- Discussion regarding the evaluation of the Utilities Manager (Item 16051-22)
Environmental Sustainability Board
The scheduled meeting for the Los Alamos County Environmental Sustainability Board was cancelled. The cancellation was due to a lack of agenda items.
County Council - Closed Session
The Los Alamos County Council will hold a closed session regarding limited personnel matters. The discussion includes the annual evaluation of the County Manager and the County Attorney.
- Annual evaluation of the County Manager and County Attorney
County Council - Special Meeting
The County Council and Los Alamos Public Schools are meeting jointly to consider a potential partnership. The discussion involves expanding recreation spaces as part of the White Rock Elementary Schools Replacement Project.
- Consideration of partnering with Los Alamos Public Schools for recreation space expansion
Tourism Implementation Task Force
The task force will discuss charter options, the ScienceFest overview, and updates regarding wayfinding and 'Discover Spot' signs. The agenda also includes a Bilbury Tours update and discussion of work group assignments.
- Wayfinding Update/Discover Spot Signs
- ScienceFest Overview
- Charter Options and Alternatives
- Bilbury Tours Update
- Work Group Assignments
Arts in Public Places Advisory Board
The Arts in Public Places Advisory Board is reviewing a recommendation to notify selected artists regarding proposals for the Los Alamos County Airport. Selected artists would be invited to present their proposals and answer questions at the July 2022 meeting.
- Notification of selected artists for Los Alamos County Airport Proposals (15974-22A)
- Presentation of artist proposals at the July 2022 meeting
Library Board
The Library Board will review the minutes from its May 2, 2022 meeting. The board will also discuss and potentially take action on a presentation intended for the County Council.
- Approval of May 2, 2022, meeting minutes
- Discussion and possible action regarding a Library Board presentation to Council
Environmental Sustainability Board
This notice is for a possible quorum only, and no official action will be taken. Board members may attend the Zero Waste Champion of the Year celebration honoring Ashley Pond.
- Attendance at the Zero Waste Champion of the Year Celebration
Parks and Recreation Board
This is a notice that members of the Parks and Recreation Board may attend a public meeting regarding Pueblo Canyon Trail & Skills Park. No action will be taken during this session.
- Public meeting regarding Pueblo Canyon Trail & Skills Park
County Council - Closed Session
The Los Alamos County Council held a closed session to discuss the purchase, acquisition, or disposal of real property. The agenda does not specify which properties or dollar amounts are being discussed.
- Discussion of real property purchase, acquisition, or disposal (Item 15947-22)
Environmental Sustainability Board
The Environmental Sustainability Board will discuss pollinator protection at Los Alamos National Laboratory and review a seed library overview. The meeting also includes discussing liaison assignments and receiving updates on environmental services operations.
- Supporting Pollinator Protection at Los Alamos National Laboratory
- Seed Library Overview
- Revision of Board Liaison Assignments
- Environmental Services Business & Operation Updates
Environmental Sustainability Board
This is a notice of possible quorum for the Environmental Sustainability Board. Members may attend the Water Festival at Fuller Lodge on May 19 and May 20, 2022. No official action will be taken.
- No official actions or decisions are scheduled.
Los Alamos County DWI Planning Council
The Los Alamos County DWI Planning Council will review the April 14, 2022 meeting minutes. The council will also hear reports regarding the FY22 budget, prevention efforts, law enforcement and compliance numbers, treatment, and RACSTOP data.
- Approval of April 14, 2022 meeting minutes
- FY22 Budget Review
- DWI Prevention Efforts report
- DWI Law Enforcement and Compliance numbers reports
- April 2022 RACSTOP Numbers report
Environmental Sustainability Board
This is a notice of possible quorum for the Environmental Sustainability Board. No official action will be taken during this session.
Historic Preservation Advisory Board
The board will review minutes from the April 6, 2022, Fuller Lodge Historic Districts Advisory Board meeting. The agenda also includes discussions regarding a Baker Tour update and the Pueblo Canyon Trail design.
- Review/approval of April 6, 2022, Fuller Lodge Historic Districts Advisory Board minutes
- Baker Tour update discussion
- Pueblo Canyon Trail design discussion
Tourism Implementation Task Force
The Tourism Implementation Task Force will host a presentation from Rhonda Bilbrey of Bilbrey Tours. The agenda also includes introductions, announcements, and an opportunity for public comment.
- Presentation by Rhonda Bilbrey of Bilbrey Tours
Board of Public Utilities
The Board will hold a work session featuring two presentations. The agenda includes a presentation on balancing the grid from PNM and a quarterly update regarding the wastewater system.
- Presentation on PNM-Balancing the Grid (15592-22)
- Quarterly Update on Utility System - Wastewater System (15272-22)
Library Board
The Los Alamos Library Board will review minutes from the April 4, 2022 meeting. The board will also discuss a presentation on technology trends and issues. Additionally, members will discuss an upcoming presentation to the County Council.
- Review of April 4, 2022 meeting minutes
- Discussion and possible action regarding returning to in-person meetings
- Technology trends and issues presentation
- Discussion of Library Board presentation to County Council
County Council - Closed Session
The Los Alamos County Council met in closed session to discuss threatened or pending litigation. The discussion focused on the case Sirphey LLC v. Board of the County Council of Los Alamos County et al.
- Discussion regarding Sirphey LLC v. Board of the County Council of Los Alamos County et al (Case No: D-132-CV-2021-00002)
Environmental Sustainability Board
This is a notice of possible quorum for the Environmental Sustainability Board. Members may attend the Earth Day Festival at PEEC, but no official action will be taken.
- Possible attendance of board members at the Earth Day Festival
Environmental Sustainability Board
The Environmental Sustainability Board will consider topics including bioremediation and an overview of the National Recycling Conference. Members will also discuss the possibility of restarting in-person meetings. Additionally, the board will review staff reports regarding environmental services and residential sustainability.
- Discussion on bioremediation
- Overview of the National Recycling Conference
- Consideration of restarting in-person meetings
- Review of March 2022 Residential Sustainability Report
- Approval of March 17, 2022, meeting minutes
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Commission will hold public hearings regarding rezoning requests for properties on Canyon Road and amendments to the Future Land Use Map. The meeting also includes consideration of an ordinance to adopt local regulations for mobile food vending.
- Rezoning 2100 and 2202 Canyon Road from high-density residential to Mixed-Use
- Amendment to the Comprehensive Plan – Future Land Use Map to change a designation to Mixed Use
- Ordinance to adopt local regulations for mobile food vending
- Board of Adjustment nomination
Historic Preservation Advisory Board
Members of the Historic Preservation Advisory Board may attend a tour of the Baker House at 2032 Central Avenue. No official action will be taken during this meeting.
- Tour of the Baker House at 2032 Central Avenue
County Council - Special Meeting
This session is not an official meeting but is designated for testing equipment for upcoming budget hearings. No legislative or public business is scheduled.
Tourism Implementation Task Force
The Tourism Implementation Task Force will discuss wayfinding signage content and locations. The meeting includes reviews of a progress report, vacancy recruitment strategies, and potential charter changes. Members will also assign work groups for tourism strategic plan projects.
- Wayfinding/Discovery Spots Signage Content/Locations discussion
- Approval of Tourism Task Force Achievements Update
- Discussion and possible approval of Vacancy-Recruitment Strategy
- Discussion regarding changes to the Charter
- Work Group Assignments for Tourism Strategic Plan Projects
County Council - Special Meeting
This scheduled session is not a formal meeting and is designated for testing equipment for budget hearings.
Environmental Sustainability Board
This meeting is a notice of possible quorum for the Environmental Sustainability Board; no official action will be taken. Members may attend the Zero Waste Los Alamos Anniversary at Fuller Lodge.
North Mesa Housing Project Committee
The scheduled meeting for the North Mesa Housing Project Committee on April 8, 2022, has been cancelled. No agenda items were listed for discussion or decision.
County Council - Closed Session
The Los Alamos County Council met in a closed session to discuss the purchase, acquisition, or disposal of real property. The agenda does not identify specific properties or dollar amounts.
- Discussion of real property purchase, acquisition, or disposal (Item 15758-22)
Library Board
The Los Alamos County Library Board will discuss returning to in-person meetings and strategies for community re-engagement. The board will also review the minutes from the March 7, 2022 meeting.
- Discussion on returning to in-person board meetings
- Discussion on re-engaging with the community
- Review of March 7, 2022 meeting minutes
County Council - Closed Session
The Los Alamos County Council met in a closed session to discuss the purchase, acquisition, or disposal of real property. This meeting was conducted remotely due to COVID-19 concerns.
- Discussion of the purchase, acquisition, or disposal of real property (Item 15724-22)
County Council - Special Meeting
The Los Alamos County Council is conducting an appeal hearing regarding two orders from the Board of Appeals. The hearing addresses a stop work order at 813 Central Avenue and a motion to re-open proceedings for new evidence. As this is a quasi-judicial proceeding, no public comment will be allowed.
- Appeal of Stop Work Order at 813 Central Avenue
- Motion to re-open Board of Appeals proceeding for new evidence and reconstitution
County Council - Regular Session
The March 22, 2022, session was designated as not a meeting for the purpose of testing equipment. No official business or items were listed for discussion or decision.