Los Alamos County public meetings in 2024

Arts in Public Places Advisory Board

The Arts in Public Places Advisory Board will discuss various public art projects, including a proposal for the Nature Center and the 2025 work plan. The board is also reviewing updates on the Homesteaders Art Project and the Senior Center call for art.

• Recommendation to Council for Solar Tree repair not to exceed $10,000
• Proposal from Charles Keller for art at the Nature Center
• Review of the 2025 APPB Work Plan Draft
• Update on the FY25 APP Art Maintenance-Inventory Audit
• Discussion of Justice Center Wall Art and Native Flora and Fauna survey suggestions

Lodgers' Tax Advisory Board

The Board is meeting to establish its work plan for fiscal year 2025 and determine meeting times for the coming year. The session includes reports from Sunny 505 and the Discover Los Alamos Visitor Center.

• Creation of FY2025 LTAB Work Plan
• Approval of proposed 2025 meeting times
• Sunny 505 December 2024 Executive Summary report
• Discover Los Alamos Visitor Center September 2024 Monthly Report
• Approval of March 19, 2024 meeting minutes

County Council - Regular Session

The County Council will vote on several service agreements and grant applications. The body will also hold public hearings regarding a waterline replacement project and a zone map amendment for the Women's Dorm Building.

• Agreement No. AGR 24-37 with Spare Labs, Inc. for $2,806,814.96 for microtransit and paratransit software
• Agreement No. AGR 25-13 with Renewance, Inc. for $945,240.00 plus $50,000 contingency to remove a battery system at the Eco Station
• Agreement No. AGR 25-09 with DH Pace Company, Inc. for $1,500,000 for overhead door services
• Public hearing for Case No. REZ-2024-0019 regarding a minor zone map amendment for 1725 17th Street (Women's Dorm Building)
• Grant applications for cardiac monitors (up to $752,868.72) and EV charging infrastructure (up to $1,600,000)

Personnel Board

The Los Alamos County Personnel Board will consider the draft 2025 meeting calendar, review the HR Manager's September‑November report, and approve minutes from the August 20, 2024 meeting. Public comment and standard agenda approvals are also scheduled.

• Approval of minutes from the August 20, 2024 Personnel Board meeting (Item 19490-24)
• Review and approval of the 2025 Personnel Board calendar (Item 19486-24)
• Presentation of the HR Manager's September‑November report (Item 19491-24)

Los Alamos County DWI Planning Council

The Los Alamos County DWI Planning Council will consider several agenda items, including approval of minutes from the November 14, 2024 meeting and approval of the 2025 meeting dates. The council will review DWI prevention efforts, treatment initiatives, and law‑enforcement compliance numbers, and receive updates from Los Alamos National Labs. Chairman and staff reports will be presented, and the DWI budget will be considered. Public comment is permitted via Zoom or telephone.

• Approval of minutes from the November 14, 2024 DWI Planning Council meeting
• Approval of 2025 DWI Planning Council meeting dates
• Review of DWI prevention efforts
• Review of DWI treatment initiatives
• Consideration of the DWI Planning Council budget

Parks and Recreation Board

The Board will consider the creation of a working group for a possible future bike park and hold initial discussions regarding the FY24 work plan. The meeting also includes the approval of the 2025 meeting calendar.

• Creation of a working group for a possible future bike park
• Initial discussion for the FY24 work plan
• Approval of the 2025 Parks & Recreation Board Meeting Calendar
• Review of Open Space Survey Data Summary and Open Space Working Group Report

Historic Preservation Advisory Board

The Historic Preservation Advisory Board will consider two items. First, the board will vote to approve the 2025 HPAB Work Plan. Second, the board will approve the schedule of meeting dates for 2025.

• Approval of the 2025 HPAB Work Plan
• Approval of the 2025 HPAB meeting dates schedule
• Approval of today's agenda

Inclusivity Task Force

The Inclusivity Task Force will hear a presentation on the Racial, Equity, and Inclusivity (REI) final report. The body will also discuss the identification of working groups, affiliate contacts, and community survey results.

• Presentation by Ashley Naughton on the Racial, Equity, and Inclusivity Task Force final report
• Discussion and identification of Task Force Working Groups
• Identification of Affiliate Groups and Contacts
• Review of Community Survey as it relates to inclusivity

County Council - Closed Session

The County Council is meeting in a closed session to discuss two specific legal and labor matters. These items are being handled privately pursuant to state law.

• Discussion regarding threatened or pending litigation (19444-24)
• Collective bargaining negotiations with the Los Alamos Firefighters' Association, IAFF Local 3279

Los Alamos County Health Council

The Los Alamos County Health Council will discuss the approval of the Comprehensive Health Plan and Community Health Survey Recommendations (agenda item 19456-24). The item is presented by Jessica Strong. The meeting is a special session held on December 6, 2024, with public participation available via Zoom.

• Approval of the Los Alamos County Comprehensive Health Plan & Community Health Survey Recommendations – Continuation (Agenda 19456-24, presenter Jessica Strong)

Los Alamos County Health Council

The Los Alamos County Health Council will consider several routine items, including approval of minutes from the November 7 meeting and adoption of the 2025 meeting schedule. Members will elect a chair and vice‑chair and hear reports from the chair and staff. The key decision is whether to approve the Los Alamos County Comprehensive Health Plan and Community Health Survey.

• Approve minutes from the November 7, 2024 Health Council meeting (Item 19451‑24)
• Adopt the 2025 Health Council meeting schedule (Item 19455‑24)
• Election of chair and vice‑chair (Item 19454‑24)
• Chairman's report (Item 19452‑24)
• Approve the Comprehensive Health Plan & Community Health Survey (Item 19096‑24)

Historic Preservation Advisory Board

The Historic Preservation Advisory Board will review the 2024 work plan for county boards and commissions and propose meeting dates for 2025. The meeting is held at 1000 Central Avenue.

• Review of 2024 Work Plan for Los Alamos County Boards and Commissions
• Proposed meeting dates for 2025
• Approval of October 2 meeting minutes

Board of Public Utilities

The Board of Public Utilities will approve contracts for a waterline replacement project and the removal of a sodium sulfur battery system. The meeting also includes a public hearing on a proposed clean energy program and updates on climate action and electric vehicle infrastructure.

• Approval of Task Order No. 7 with Parker Construction for $114,963.58 for White Rock PRVs Replacement Project
• Approval of Services Agreement No. AGR 25-13 with Renewance, Inc. for $945,240.00 to remove a sodium sulfur battery system
• Public hearing on a proposed ordinance for the Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy (C-PACE) Program
• Discussion on Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Stations
• Approval of changes to the DPU Rules & Regulations - Fee Schedule

County Council - Regular Session

The Los Alamos County Council will consider approving a $9.85 million purchase agreement for three properties on Diamond Drive and a service contract for a housing rehabilitation program. The meeting also includes a continued discussion on the purchase agreement and a presentation on the County's 2025 Strategic Leadership Plan.

• Approval of County Council minutes for November 2024
• Consideration of $9,850,000 purchase agreement for Diamond Drive properties
• Possible action on $2,036,373.19 housing rehabilitation service contract
• Review of 2025 Strategic Leadership Plan
• Appointment to the Lodgers' Tax Advisory Board

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board meeting scheduled for December 3, 2024, has been cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.

Arts in Public Places Advisory Board

The Arts in Public Places Advisory Board will meet to discuss the maintenance of the county's art collection and potential locations for specific artworks. The board is also considering a request for proposals for indoor art cleaning services.

• Proposal to solicit an Indoor Art Cleaning and Maintenance contract via RFP
• Update and possible action on the Betty Ehart Senior Center gate call for art
• Discussion on alternate locations for J Muzacz artwork
• Review of the FY25 APP Art Maintenance Inventory Audit
• Review of the 2024 Pacific Coast Conservation Maintenance Report

Inclusivity Task Force

The Los Alamos County Inclusivity Task Force will meet on November 20, 2024. Members will discuss board and commission committee training, identify affiliate groups and contacts, and review a community survey related to inclusivity. The meeting will also include the election of a new chair for the task force.

• 19380-24 Boards and Commission Committee Training – presentation by the Task Force and County Attorney
• 19383-24 Election of Chair of the Task Force
• 19381-24 Identification of Affiliate Groups and Contacts
• 19384-24 Review of Community Survey as it Relates to Inclusivity
• Council communication and preview of the next meeting on Dec. 11, 2024

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a request to rezone property at 1725 17th Street from Single-Family Residential to Institutional (INS) District. The change is proposed by Los Alamos County for the Civilian Women’s Dormitory.

• Public hearing for rezoning 1725 17th Street to Institutional District
• Request to amend zone map for Civilian Women's Dormitory
• Staff report and exhibits available for case REZ-2024-0019

Board of Public Utilities

The Board of Public Utilities will discuss the UNM Project Proposal for a pathway to zero natural gas usage and review a Community Broadband Network presentation. It will also consider consent agenda items, including approval of October 2024 meeting minutes. Additional business includes approving the board’s annual self‑evaluation results and discussing the 2025 meeting calendar.

• Discussion & possible action on UNM Project Proposal for Pathway to Zero Natural Gas Usage (item 4.a)
• Community Broadband Network Presentation (item 4.b)
• Approval of Board of Public Utilities meeting minutes for October 2024 (consent agenda 5.a)
• Approval of the Board of Public Utilities Annual Self Evaluation Results (item 8.g.1)
• Discussion and possible approval of the 2025 Board of Public Utilities meeting calendar (item 8.g.2)

County Council - Regular Session

The Los Alamos County Council will consider a $35 million contract for a county-owned fiber network and approve a $9.85 million real property purchase. The meeting also includes a public hearing on a minor ordinance amendment and proclamations for Small Business Saturday and Giving Tuesday.

• Award of bid No. 25-18 for Athletic Fields renovation ($3,516,908)
• Approval of Amendment No. 1 to LSP Data Solutions agreement ($350,000 to $630,000)
• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 02-363 amending the Development Code
• Contract for General Services with Bonfire Engineering for fiber network ($35,000,000)
• Consideration of Purchase Agreement for Diamond Drive properties ($9,850,000)

County Council - Special Meeting

The County Council is holding a special meeting to discuss strategic priorities for 2025. The discussion will include the 2024 Council Strategic Leadership Plan and a 2024 NCS Report.

• Discussion of 2025 Strategic Priorities
• Review of 2024 Council Strategic Leadership Plan
• Review of NCS Report - Los Alamos County, NM 2024

Los Alamos County DWI Planning Council

The Los Alamos County DWI Planning Council will meet to review reports on prevention, treatment, and law enforcement compliance. The council is also considering a recommendation to appoint Jemuel Montoya to the council for a two-year term.

• Nomination of Jemuel Montoya to the DWI Planning Council (term Dec 1, 2024 – Nov 30, 2026)
• Review of DWI Compliance Numbers for September and October
• Presentation of Sober Activity Survey Results
• Review of DWI Budget, Q1 Report, and Strategic Plan Outline

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will approve minutes from a previous meeting and discuss its 2024 work plan. The board will also consider a request to update the County's website regarding equestrian and livestock information.

• Approval of September 12, 2024 meeting minutes
• Presentation of Skateboard Art
• Discussion of 2024 Work Plan
• Request to update County website for equestrian and livestock
• Review of Open Space Survey Data Summary

County Council - Closed Session

The Los Alamos County Council is meeting in a closed session to discuss specific confidential matters. The agenda includes discussions on limited personnel and the acquisition or disposal of real property.

• Discussion of limited personnel matters (19348-24)
• Discussion of the purchase, acquisition, or disposal of real property (19314-24)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for November 13, 2024, was canceled.

County Council - Regular Session

The County Council will discuss the adoption of a final Climate Action Plan to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050 and evaluate site selection for the Fire Station 4 Replacement Project. The body will also hold public hearings on development code amendments and the termination of an economic development project.

• Contract with RoofCARE, LLC for on-call roofing services not to exceed $2,000,000
• Contract with Sherpa Government Solutions LLC for bidding and contracting software for $1,244,053.46
• Contract with Masek Rocky Mountain Golf Cars for electric vehicle leasing not to exceed $819,239.08
• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 736 to terminate the Pebble Labs Inc. economic development project
• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 02-362 regarding approval authority for Minor Zone Map Amendments

Environmental Sustainability Board

The board will receive a presentation of the County’s Climate Action Plan, including the final plan, appendices, and the Board of Public Utilities’ response to council questions. Members will discuss and consider a request for board support to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050. Public comment on the draft plan will also be taken. The meeting includes routine approvals of the agenda and minutes and a preview of upcoming items.

• Request for ESB support on the Climate Action Plan and target to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050
• Approval of agenda and approval of October 17, 2024, board minutes
• Chair’s Report covering Board of Public Utilities, Transportation Board, Parks and Recreation Board, Baling Twine, Health Council, and County Council Liaison
• Preview of upcoming agenda items: Amazon boxes, Extended Producer Responsibility, Snow and Ice Plan, Workplan Development, waste‑reduction working group
• Public comment period on items not otherwise on the agenda

Transportation Board

The Los Alamos County Transportation Board meeting scheduled for November 7, 2024 was cancelled because of inclement weather. No agenda items were considered or decided. No further action was taken.

Board of Public Utilities

The Board of Public Utilities will not discuss any business and will take no action at this meeting. The scheduled Pajarito Ski Lodge event at 10:00 a.m. is postponed. The Board will attend the groundbreaking ceremony for the Jemez Mountain Fire Protection Project at 10:30 a.m.

• Pajarito Ski Lodge event postponed (no business will be discussed)
• Groundbreaking ceremony for Jemez Mountain Fire Protection Project at 10:30 a.m.

Los Alamos County Health Council

The Los Alamos County Health Council will approve minutes from the October 3, 2024 meeting and review a presentation on the Community Health Survey. The meeting will be held at the Municipal Building, Room 110, and via Zoom.

• Approval of draft minutes from October 3, 2024
• Presentation of Community Health Survey results
• Chairman's and staff reports to be presented

Historic Preservation Advisory Board

The board will discuss the Los Alamos County Code of Ordinances Chapter 8 and the 2024 Work Plan for County Boards and Commissions. Members will also continue discussions regarding Historic Preservation Week/Month.

• Discussion of Code of Ordinances, Chapter 8, Boards and Commissions
• Review of the 2024 Work Plan for Los Alamos County Boards and Commissions
• Discussion of Historic Preservation Week/Month
• 30-minute tour of the Baker House

Board of Public Utilities Work Session

The Board of Public Utilities will hold a work session to receive updates on the Elk Ridge project and the gas distribution system. The board will also conduct an annual self-evaluation.

• Update on 19326-24 Elk Ridge
• Annual update on 18793-24 Gas Distribution System
• Annual self-evaluation of the Board of Public Utilities (18794-24)

County Council - Closed Session

The County Council and Board of Public Utilities are holding a joint closed session. The body will discuss threatened or pending litigation regarding item 19318-24.

• Discussion regarding threatened or pending litigation (19318-24)

Library Board

The Library Board will meet to approve minutes from the October 7, 2024 meeting. The board will also review the 2025 meeting calendar and the 2024 adult summer reading program.

• Approval of October 7, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of Library Board Meeting Calendar for 2025
• Review of Adult summer reading 2024

Inclusivity Task Force

The Los Alamos County Inclusivity Task Force will introduce its members and staff support, review its charter, and receive training on procedural rules and open meeting laws. The body will elect a chair and vice‑chair and identify affiliate groups and contacts. It will also set a calendar for upcoming meetings.

• Introduction of Task Force members and staff support
• Review of the Task Force charter
• Training on board and commission procedural rules, Open Meetings Act, and public records inspection
• Election of chair and vice‑chair of the Task Force
• Setting the calendar for future meetings

County Council - Regular Session

The Los Alamos County Council will discuss a large-scale contract for waste transportation and the purchase of electric and diesel buses. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding a zone map amendment for the Women's Dorm Building.

• Proposed $10,997,221.65 contract with MCT Waste, LLC for solid waste and recycling transportation
• Medical insurance contract with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico not to exceed $1,300,000
• Long Term Disability insurance amendment with Unum Life Insurance Company of America not to exceed $1,104,400
• Public hearing for Minor Zone Map Amendment at 1725 17th Street (Women's Dorm Building)
• Ordinance No. 736 to terminate the Economic Development Project of Pebble Labs Inc.

Arts in Public Places Advisory Board

The Arts in Public Places Advisory Board will review meeting minutes, discuss the Barranca Mesa Homesteaders Art Project, and review updated policies and guidelines. The board will also discuss a Golf Course Wall Art Project and an alternate location for J. Muzacz Art.

• Approval of September 26, 2024 meeting minutes
• Create Working Group for Barranca Mesa Homesteaders Art Project
• Review updated APP Policies and Guidelines
• Discussion of Golf Course Wall Art Project
• Discussion of alternate location for J. Muzacz Art

Board of Public Utilities

The Board of Public Utilities is meeting to award bids for infrastructure rehabilitation and replacement projects. The board will also discuss electric rate design and a grant application for emergency generators.

• Award of Bid No. IFB 25-30 for Lift Station Rehabilitation Project at Los Arboles and North Road
• Award of Bid No. IFB 25-16 for NM State Road 4 16" Water Transmission Line Replacement Project
• Approval to apply for DHSEM Hazard Mitigation Grant for emergency generators
• Briefing on Electric Rate Design
• Review of September 2024 Electric Reliability, Accounts Receivables, and Risk & Safety reports

County Council - Regular Session

The Los Alamos County Council scheduled a regular session for October 22, 2024, but the agenda indicates it is not a meeting and is being used to test equipment. No decisions or discussions are listed. The session will be televised at 3:30 PM.

• Not a Meeting - Testing Equipment

County Council - Work Session

The County Council will review presentations on environmental sustainability and road and traffic safety. The body will also discuss the Elk Ridge natural gas system transition and the donation of two pieces of artwork.

• Possible action on road and traffic safety and the Los Alamos County Speed Camera Project Assessment
• Briefing on the Environmental Sustainability Board 2024 Work Plan
• Update on Elk Ridge Natural Gas System Transition Planning
• Possible action on the donation of two pieces of artwork: 'Summer in the Park' and 'Sheltered Cottage'
• Overview of the Council Strategic Goal-Environmental Stewardship

County Council - Regular Session

The Los Alamos County Council will hold its regular session on October 21, 2024 at 6:00 PM. The meeting will be televised and includes a test of equipment. No substantive agenda items or decisions are listed.

• Testing equipment (no substantive agenda items)

Environmental Sustainability Board

The Environmental Sustainability Board will meet to receive an overview of the Environmental Services Division and updates from the Sustainability Manager. The board will also undergo training on procedural rules and the code of conduct.

• Environmental Services Division Overview
• Boards and Commission Procedural Rules and/or Code of Conduct Training
• Sustainability Manager Updates
• Approval of September 19, 2024, meeting minutes

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board meeting scheduled for October 15, 2024, was cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.

Los Alamos County DWI Planning Council

The Los Alamos County DWI Planning Council meeting scheduled for October 10, 2024, was canceled. No items were decided or discussed.

Board of Public Utilities

The Board of Public Utilities is attending the grand re-opening of the Los Alamos Canyon Reservoir. The agenda states that board members will not discuss any business and no action will be taken.

• Grand re-opening of Los Alamos Canyon Reservoir

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two property requests and a proposed development code amendment. The body will also review and approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Final Subdivision Plat for 1060 San Ildefonso Rd. to split one lot into five residential lots
• Variance request for a 6-ft wall at 203 Chamisa St. (code limit is 3-ft)
• Recommendation to County Council to amend Chapter 16 of the Development Code to fix typos and errors

County Council - Regular Session

The County Council will discuss a road and pedestrian safety analysis for the Grand Canyon Drive intersection following a citizens' petition. The body will also hold public hearings on removing uncollectible utility and service accounts from the county's receivables list.

• Follow-up presentation on Grand Canyon Drive Intersection Analysis for White Rock Citizens’ Petition
• Resolution No. 24-24 to remove uncollectible utility accounts from FY 2020
• Resolution No. 24-25 to remove uncollectible Cobra, Library, Ambulance, and Environmental Services accounts
• Ratification and Amendment No. 4 to agreement AGR20-28 with Sancre Productions, LLC
• Approval of Budget Revisions 2025-08 and 2025-16 for FY 2024 to FY 2025 carryover

Library Board

The Library Board will review and adopt the minutes from its September 9 meeting. It will receive a Board presentation and consider proposed revisions to the 2024 Library Policies. The board will also examine a preliminary design for an outdoor classroom. Public comment is scheduled before these items.

• Adopt minutes from the September 9 Library Board meeting (Agenda item 19248-24)
• Library Board presentation for October 7 (Agenda item 19249-24)
• Board approval of revisions to Library Policies 2024 (Agenda item 19250-24)
• Review of outdoor classroom preliminary design (Agenda item 19251-24)
• Public comment period for items not on the agenda

Los Alamos County Health Council

The Los Alamos County Health Council will meet to approve the draft minutes from their September 5, 2024 meeting. The agenda includes a presentation from Alcoholics Anonymous and a report from staff.

• Approval of September 5, 2024 meeting minutes
• Presentation by Alcoholics Anonymous
• Staff report on council communications

Transportation Board

The Los Alamos County Transportation Board will meet to discuss and potentially approve the FY24 Snow & Ice Control Plan. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Open Meetings Act and a September 2024 staff report from Public Works.

• Possible approval of the FY24 Snow & Ice Control Plan
• Open Meetings Act presentation by Assistant County Attorney Thomas Wyman
• Public Works Staff Report for September 2024

Board of Public Utilities Work Session

The Board of Public Utilities will receive a presentation on a Green Hydrogen Project from the Kit Carson Electric Cooperative. The board will also discuss updates to the Integrated Resource Plan implementation and review an energy use and greenhouse gas emissions report.

• Presentation by Luis A. Reyes Jr. regarding a Green Hydrogen Project
• Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) Implementation Update
• Energy Use & Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Report

Arts in Public Places Advisory Board

The Arts in Public Places Advisory Board will approve minutes from its August 22 meeting and review the FY 2024 budget. Members will discuss alternate locations for the J Muzacz artwork, the Barranca Mesa art project, and updates to board manuals and policies. A key agenda item is the Maru Fountain, where the board will consider repairing it, turning it off permanently, or removing it, with a budget limit to be set.

• 19199-24 – Approval of minutes from the August 22, 2024 APP meeting
• 19200-24 – Presentation of the APP FY 2024 budget report
• 19201-24 – Discussion of alternate locations for J Muzacz artwork
• 19204-24 – Decision on repairing, shutting off, or removing Maru Fountain with a budget cap
• 19205-24 – Updated Orientation Manual & Procedural Rules for board members

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a request to rezone a property at 1725 17th Street from Single-Family Residential to Institutional. The body will also discuss a proposed amendment to the County Development Code regarding Zone Map Amendments.

• Public hearing for rezoning 1725 17th Street from SFR-4 to INS
• Discussion on amending County Development Code Chapter 16
• Meeting held in person at 1000 Central Avenue

County Council - Closed Session

The County Council is meeting in a closed session to discuss threatened or pending litigation. This is a private meeting conducted pursuant to NMSA 1978, 10-15-1 (H)(7).

• Discussion regarding threatened or pending litigation (Item 19045-24)

County Council - Regular Session

The Los Alamos County Council will consider approval of service agreements for recycling and water distribution, a budget revision for UNM-LA, and an ordinance repealing cemetery code sections. The meeting also includes public hearings on a cemetery ordinance and a resolution accepting infrastructure for the Mirador Subdivision Phase II.

• Approval of $1.59M recycling services agreement with Waste Connections
• Approval of $416.5K water backflow prevention contract with Viking II, Inc.
• Budget revision 2025-15 for additional funding to UNM-LA
• Ordinance repealing and replacing cemetery code sections (Article III, Chapter 14)
• Resolution accepting public infrastructure for Mirador Subdivision Phase II

Board of Public Utilities

The Los Alamos Board of Public Utilities will vote on several contracts and policy items, including a $660,500 task order for the Oppenheimer Primary electric replacement and a $416,500 services agreement for water backflow prevention. The agenda also includes approval of the department’s mission, vision, strategic goals, procedural rules, and a resolution to write off uncollectible utility accounts from FY2020. Additional items cover a fire‑protection project bid, a winter disconnection moratorium amendment, and a new labor agreement with IBEW Local 611.

• Approval of Services Agreement No. AGR24-72 with Viking II, Inc. for $416,500 (water backflow prevention and cross‑connection control)
• Approval of Task Order #1 to AGR24-04D for $660,500 (Oppenheimer Primary electric replacement with Sanbros Corp.)
• Resolution No. 24-24 to remove uncollectible utility accounts from FY2020 receivables
• Award of Bid No. IFB 25-08 for Jemez Mountain Fire Protection Phase I Project to DUB‑L‑EE, LLC
• Approval of IBEW Local 611 labor agreement for October 2024 – September 2027

County Council - Work Session

The County Council work session scheduled for September 17, 2024, was canceled. The meeting was set to take place in Council Chambers at 1000 Central Avenue.

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board meeting scheduled for September 17, 2024, was canceled. No other business is listed.

Los Alamos County DWI Planning Council

The Los Alamos County DWI Planning Council will meet to discuss prevention efforts and treatment updates. The body will review law enforcement compliance numbers for August and FY24 activity reports. The meeting also includes a report on sober activity survey results.

• August 2024 meeting minutes approval
• DWI Law Enforcement and Compliance Numbers for August
• MDS Report for FY24
• Overtime Law Enforcement Activity Report FY24
• Sober Activity Survey Results

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will approve the minutes from the August 8, 2024 meeting. It will hear a presentation and discussion on a deer‑proof fence at the Rose Garden. Additional presentations include the FY24 year‑end review, an update on the BMX track, and a proposal to add a shelter definition to the North Mesa Stables rules and regulations.

• Approval of minutes from the August 8, 2024 meeting
• Deer‑proof fence proposal for the Rose Garden
• FY24 Parks and Recreation Board year‑end review presentation
• BMX track update presentation
• Addition of shelter definition to North Mesa Stables rules & regulations

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for September 11, 2024, was canceled. No items were decided or discussed.

County Council - Closed Session

The Los Alamos County Council is meeting in a closed session. The body will discuss collective bargaining negotiations with the Los Alamos Firefighters' Association Local 3279.

• Collective bargaining negotiations with Los Alamos Firefighters' Association Local 3279

County Council - Regular Session

The County Council will hold public hearings on an affordable housing ordinance and a highway improvement project on Trinity Drive. The body is also deciding on several service contracts and the adoption of 2024 property tax rates.

• Ordinance No. 02-360 amending Article VII of Chapter 14 regarding Affordable Housing
• Resolution No. 24-29 for the 'Hybrid Road Diet Two' project on Trinity Drive from Oppenheimer Drive to Knecht Street
• Agreement AGR24-77 with United Diagnostic Services, LLC for $545,000.00 for firefighter cancer screening
• Agreement AGR24-75 with NV5 for $305,570.00 for an artificial turf conceptual study
• Adoption of property tax rates for calendar year 2024

Library Board

The Library Board will open with a call to order and public comment. It will review and approve the July 8, 2024 meeting minutes and hear staff presentations and public feedback. The board will receive reports from the chair, boards and commissions luncheon, Friends of the library liaison, and the library manager, followed by a council liaison Q&A. The meeting will conclude with any informational items and adjournment.

• Review and approve minutes from July 8, 2024 meeting (Agenda item 3A)
• Staff presentation schedule (Agenda item 3B)
• Public feedback presentation (Agenda item 3C)
• Chair’s report (Agenda item 4A)
• Manager’s report (Agenda item 5A)

Los Alamos County Health Council

The Los Alamos County Health Council will meet to discuss and potentially take action on the use of opioid settlement funding. The council will also review minutes from the August 1, 2024 meeting.

• Opioid Settlement Funding Presentation and Possible Action

Transportation Board

The Los Alamos County Transportation Board will receive updates on the Pedestrian Master Plan and the Bus Stop Improvement Plan. The board will also review the August 2024 Public Works Staff Report.

• Pedestrian Master Plan Update
• Bus Stop Improvement Plan Update
• Public Works Staff Report - August 2024
• Approval of June 6, 2024 meeting minutes

Board of Public Utilities Work Session

The Board of Public Utilities is holding a special work session to discuss annual strategic planning for the Department of Public Utilities. The board will review a strategic planning meeting packet and the 2024 Council Strategic Leadership Plan.

• Annual Strategic Planning for the Department of Public Utilities (18785-24)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request to change the zoning of the Civilian Women’s Dormitory at 1725 17th Street from Single-Family Residential (SFR-4) to Institutional (INS). The commission will also consider a site‑plan application to convert the same building into a visitor center with a detached restroom and pavilion, and a subdivision plat for a 29‑unit townhome project on Longview Drive in White Rock. Minutes from the June 26, 2024 meeting will be approved.

• REZ‑2024‑0019: Minor Zone Map Amendment for 1725 17th Street, change from SFR‑4 to INS
• SIT‑2024‑0069: Site‑plan approval to renovate Women’s Dorm Building into a visitor center with a 560 sq ft restroom/picnic pavilion
• SUB‑2024‑0019: Preliminary/Final subdivision plat for a 29‑unit townhome development on 1.05 acres at 114‑123 Longview Drive, White Rock

County Council - Regular Session

The County Council will discuss the adoption of the Los Alamos Affordable Housing Plan and a related ordinance. The body is also considering a $3 million contract for bear-resistant rollout carts and several public hearings regarding zoning and liquor licensing.

• Contract AGR1062-24 for fire inspection and records software: $4,015,866.50
• Contract AGR1042-24 with Northland Products, Inc. for bear-resistant carts: up to $3,000,000
• Public hearing for a minor zone map amendment for the North Road Inn (Case No. REZ-2024-0018)
• Liquor license application for Wolf and Mermaid Enchanted Cafe at 181 Central Park Square
• Expenditure of Arts in Public Places funds up to $3,000 for 'Crane Unfolding' sculpture repair

County Council - Closed Session

The Los Alamos County Council will hold a closed‑session discussion on agenda item 19068‑24 concerning the purchase, acquisition, or disposal of real property. No further details about the property or transaction are provided in the agenda. The council will then adjourn.

• Discussion of purchase, acquisition or disposal of real property (Agenda item 19068‑24)

County Council - Work Session

The Los Alamos County Council will consider several items, including a possible $2.415 million financial support to the City of Espanola for regional capital projects and a contract with WestNet Inc. for a fire‑station alerting system costing up to $474,013.66. The council will also vote on suspending its rules for the work session, approve minutes from recent regular sessions, and hear presentations on the Lodger's Tax Advisory Board, a social‑services referral program, and strategic governance goals.

• 19086-24: Action to suspend Council rules for the work session
• 19075-24: Consideration and possible approval of financial support to the City of Espanola regional capital projects, not to exceed $2.415 million
• AGR1060-24: Discussion and possible approval of General Services Agreement No. AGR24-960 with WestNet Inc. for fire‑station alerting system, not to exceed $474,013.66
• 19109-24: Presentation on the Unite Us Closed‑Loop Referral Program that coordinates social services care
• 19018-24: Approval of County Council minutes for the July 30 and August 6, 2024 regular sessions

Property Valuation Protest Board

The Property Valuation Protest Board will consider and deliberate on ten listed protest cases. The agenda notes the option to close the meeting under §10-15-1(H)(3). Each case involves a specific property and account number for the Double Eagle Property Tax.

• Protest # LAC-R-2024-008 – Wetteland Christopher J & Jennifer L., 1615 Los Pueblos (Account R006502)
• Protest # LAC-NR-2024-005 – Los Alamos NM I DGH LLC, 195 East Road (Account R007024)
• Protest # LAC-NR-2024-003 – Del Norte Credit Union, 1000 Trinity Dr. (Account R007578)
• Protest # LAC-R-2024-012 – Kiva Street Apartments LLC, 587 Kiva St. (Account R001334)
• Protest # LAC-R-2024-016 – Gold Street Apartments, 3808, 3807, 3811 Gold St. (Account R001489)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Los Alamos County Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for August 14, 2024 was canceled. No agenda items were discussed or decided.

Los Alamos County DWI Planning Council

The Los Alamos County DWI Planning Council will vote to approve the minutes from its June 13, 2024 meeting. The council will hear reports on DWI prevention efforts, DWI treatment, and law‑enforcement compliance numbers for June and July. Additional updates include a Los Alamos National Labs briefing and a FY25 allocation letter. The meeting concludes with a preview of the next session on September 12, 2024.

• Approval of minutes from the June 13, 2024 DWI Planning Council meeting
• DWI Prevention Efforts report (Kristine Coblentz & Sara Martinez)
• DWI Treatment report (Jordan Redmond & Adrianna Delvo)
• DWI Law Enforcement and Compliance Numbers report (Jaime Gonzales & Monica Schwiner)
• Los Alamos National Labs update (Lauren Smith)

County Council - Regular Session

The Los Alamos County Council will vote on several service agreements and a new ordinance regarding affordable housing. The body will also discuss roadway improvement alternatives for Trinity Drive and a charter for an Inclusivity Task Force.

• Agreement with R and M Construction, LLC for Ice Rink Chiller Replacement not to exceed $2,708,698.19
• Agreement with WestNet Inc. for Fire Station Alerting System not to exceed $474,013.66
• Introduction of Ordinance No. 02-360 amending affordable housing rules
• Discussion of roadway improvement alternatives for Trinity Drive from Oppenheimer Drive to Knecht Street
• Citizen petition regarding Columbus MariMac Village

County Council - Closed Session

The Los Alamos County Council will hold a closed session to discuss threatened or pending litigation. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, July 30, 2024, at 4:30 PM.

• Discussion of threatened or pending litigation (18938-24)
• Closed session pursuant to NMSA 1978, 10-15-1 (H)(7)

County Council - Regular Session

The Los Alamos County Council will consider several consent agenda items, including major service contracts and a grant application. A public hearing will be held on Ordinance No. 02-359 to amend gas rate schedules. The council will also vote on a loan ordinance authorizing up to $2,000,000 for water production upgrades. Additional resolutions for road fund participation and other business will be discussed.

• Approve Waste Management of New Mexico solid waste services agreement up to $5,737,277.47 for seven years
• Award TLC Plumbing & Utility contract $6,955,978 for Bathtub Row Reconstruction with $8,445,857.27 project budget
• Authorize $2,000,000 loan (principal $1.5M plus $500k grant) with NMED for water production upgrades
• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 02-359 amending gas rate schedules (Chapter 40, Article III)
• Approve USDA Composting and Food Waste Reduction grant application up to $400,000

County Council - Notice

The notice indicates that a quorum may be present at a council meeting on July 24, 2024. Council members may attend a reception for the New Mexico Legislative Education Study Committee (LESC) from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Fuller Lodge in Los Alamos. No official actions or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Reception for the New Mexico Legislative Education Study Committee (LESC), 5:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m., Fuller Lodge, Los Alamos

County Council - Work Session

The County Council is holding a work session to receive presentations on public utilities and financial investments. The meeting includes reviews of utility work plans and a briefing on county investments as of June 30, 2024.

• Board of Public Utilities presentation on FY24 and FY25 work plans
• FY2024 briefing on County Investments and Investment Policy adopted May 29, 2024
• Overview of Council Strategic Goal-Operational Excellence

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will consider adopting charters for the Equine & Livestock and Open Space working groups. The meeting also includes staff project updates and a report from the Chairman.

• Adoption of Equine & Livestock Working Group Charter
• Adoption of Open Space Working Group Charter
• Approval of June 13, 2024 meeting minutes
• Staff project updates

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Los Alamos County Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for July 10, 2024, was canceled. No items were listed on the agenda for discussion or decision.

County Council - Closed Session

The Los Alamos County Council will hold a closed session on July 9, 2024. The meeting is for discussing collective bargaining negotiations with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 611 regarding utilities.

• Collective bargaining negotiations with IBEW Local 611 (Utilities)

County Council - Regular Session

The County Council will review several items including a $2,000,000 loan proposal for water production upgrades. The meeting also includes public hearings regarding regional transit budgets and federal grant applications for vehicle and operating funds.

• $2,000,000 loan and grant proposal for Water Production Mechanical and Electrical Upgrades
• $372,569.49 task order for Mesa Public Library siding replacement and wall repair
• $310,835.09 purchase of dHCI Cluster Server hardware from Advanced Network Management
• Application for $233,426 to fund an ACT Assist Replacement Vehicle
• Application for $4,915,259 for Atomic City Transit administrative and operating needs

Library Board

The Library Board will review and approve the minutes from the June 3, 2024, meeting. Staff will also present a schedule of summer activities and receive public feedback.

• Review and approval of June 3, 2024, minutes
• Staff presentation of summer activities schedule
• Public feedback session

Historic Preservation Advisory Board

The scheduled meeting for the Historic Preservation Advisory Board has been canceled.

Arts in Public Places Advisory Board

The Arts in Public Places Advisory Board will discuss several art-related items, including a painting by Jeff Segler and the Barranca Mesa Art Project. The board may also act on moving a Santa Clara Jar donation and researching gate options for the Betty Ehart Senior Center.

• Recommendation to recommend or not recommend the purchase of 'The Boys of Pajarito Plateau' painting by Jeff Segler
• Discussion and possible action regarding Barranca Mesa Art Project installation
• Recommendation to move the Santa Clara Jar donation to a specific location
• Researching options for a gate for the Betty Ehart Senior Center
• Update on Golf Course Call for Art

Board of Public Utilities

The Board of Public Utilities is reviewing proposed changes to gas rate schedules and a $2,000,000 loan and grant from the New Mexico Environment Department. The board will also consider an electric distribution line design contract worth over $104,985.

• Ordinance No. 02-359 regarding gas rate schedules
• Ordinance No. 734 for a $2,000,000 NMED loan and grant
• Services agreement with Transmission & Distribution Services, LLC for $104,985.00
• Resolution 24-13 for Water Production Wells upgrades

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a minor zone map amendment for 2127 North Road. The applicant seeks to change the property from Residential-Mixed (RM-2) to Multi-Family Residential-Low (MFR-L).

• Minor Zone Map Amendment for 2127 North Road (North Road Inn)
• Rezoning from Residential-Mixed (RM-2) to Multi-Family Residential-Low (MFR-L)

County Council - Closed Session

The County Council will meet in a closed session to discuss the purchase, acquisition, or disposal of real property. This discussion is being held pursuant to NMSA 1978 10-15-1 (H) (8).

• Discussion of the Purchase, Acquisition or Disposal of Real Property

County Council - Regular Session

The Council will consider several consent agenda items including road construction services and juvenile justice programs. Public hearings are scheduled regarding the Local MainStreet Program and PERA contribution increases. Additionally, the Council will review a draft of the Affordable Housing Plan.

• Agreement with Albuquerque Asphalt, Inc. for roadway repair up to $5,000,000
• Agreement with Vega Architecture LLC for Fire Station 4 design for $1,615,868.81
• Agreement with Los Alamos Juvenile Justice Advisory Board, Inc. for $2,131,620.00
• FY25 E-911 Grant Agreement not to exceed $402,318.00
• Resolution 24-18 regarding PERA contribution increases for Municipal Police Plan 5

Environmental Sustainability Board

The Environmental Sustainability Board is reviewing solar rule changes and bicycle infrastructure projects. Staff will also present updates on residential sustainability and communication management plans.

• Solar Rule E-5 change overview and presentation
• Bicycle infrastructure and projects update
• Approval of May 16, 2024, meeting minutes
• May 2024 Residential Sustainability Report
• June 2024 ESB Communication Management Plan

County Council - Closed Session

The Los Alamos County Council is meeting in closed session to discuss limited personnel matters. This includes the annual evaluation of the County Attorney and the Utilities Manager.

• Annual evaluation of the County Attorney
• Annual evaluation of the Utilities Manager

County Council - Work Session

The County Council will receive several briefing presentations regarding advisory boards and strategic goals. Discussions include updates from the Department of Energy Environmental Management, Arts in Public Places, and Historic Preservation.

• Presentation by Department of Energy Environmental Management Los Alamos Field Office
• Arts in Public Places Advisory Board presentation and FY24 work plan
• Historic Preservation Advisory Board presentation and 2024 work plan
• Quarterly briefing on regional and intergovernmental issues
• Overview of Council Strategic Goal-Economic Vitality

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board will conduct a meeting including public comment and reports. Reports are scheduled from the Chair, HR Management, and the County Council Liaison.

• Chair's Report by David Hampton
• HR Management Report by Mary Tapia
• County Council Liaison report by Keith Lepsch

Los Alamos County DWI Planning Council

The council will review May 2024 DWI compliance numbers and upcoming prevention events like ScienceFest. The meeting also includes updates on DWI treatment and the FY25 allocation letter.

• Approval of May 9, 2024, meeting minutes
• DWI prevention updates including ScienceFest and Summer Concert Series
• May DWI law enforcement and compliance numbers
• Review of FY25 allocation letter

Parks and Recreation Board

The Board will consider approving the minutes from the May 9, 2024 meeting. Members are also scheduled to review and potentially adopt charters or work lists for several working groups.

• Approval of May 9, 2024 meeting minutes
• Adoption of charters/work lists for Equine & Livestock, Golf, Ice Rink, and Open Space working groups
• Staff project updates

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for June 12, 2024, has been canceled.

County Council - Closed Session

The Los Alamos County Council will meet in a closed session regarding personnel matters. The agenda includes goal setting for the County Manager and an evaluation of the County Attorney.

• Goal setting for the County Manager
• Evaluation of the County Attorney

County Council - Regular Session

The Council will consider a citizen petition regarding road and pedestrian safety in White Rock. The agenda includes a public hearing on modifications to the Animal Code and several consent agenda items involving budget revisions and service agreements.

• Citizen Petition for road and pedestrian safety improvements in White Rock
• Amendment to increase compensation for Modern Mechanical Ice Systems, LLC by $440,000.00
• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 02-355 regarding modifications to the Animal Code
• Budget Revision 2024-69 for DPU Year-End
• Budget Revision 2024-67 for the Wayfinding Project

Library Board

The Los Alamos County Library Board will meet to review minutes from the May 6, 2024, meeting. The agenda also includes presentations regarding library staff summer activity schedules and opportunities for feedback.

• Review of May 6, 2024, meeting minutes
• Presentation on library staff summer activity schedules
• Discussion of opportunities for feedback

Los Alamos County Health Council

This meeting consists of procedural items, including the approval of minutes from May 2, 2024. The council will also review a Chairman's report and a staff report.

• Approval of May 2, 2024, meeting minutes
• Chairman's Report
• Staff Report

Transportation Board

The Transportation Board will review a study regarding NM 502 Trinity Drive. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Mid-Block Crossing Policy.

• NM 502 Trinity Drive Study
• Mid-Block Crossing Policy Presentation

Historic Preservation Advisory Board

The board will discuss a plan to utilize $250,000 allocated for HPAB this fiscal year. The agenda includes reviewing Rose Garden fencing design proposals and coordinating a tour of the Baker House. Staff will also provide an update on Women's Dormitory Building Renovations.

• Planning use of $250,000 allocated for HPAB this fiscal year
• Rose garden fencing design proposals to address deer issues
• Potential tour of the Baker House for board members
• Update on Women's Dormitory Building Renovations
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair

Arts in Public Places Advisory Board

The Arts in Public Places Advisory Board will discuss a call for art featuring artist J Muzacz. The board is considering a recommendation to move forward with public input before presenting a final proposal to the Los Alamos County Council.

• Discussion of 18848-24 Golf Course Call for Art with artist J Muzacz

County Council - Closed Session

The County Council will meet in a closed session to conduct business regarding limited personnel matters. The discussion specifically concerns the evaluation of the Utilities Manager.

• Evaluation of the Utilities Manager (18811-24)

County Council - Regular Session

The Council will consider several public hearings regarding water infrastructure financing and municipal code updates. The agenda also includes a consent agenda for various service contracts, budget approvals, and board appointments.

• Service agreement for fire system inspections and repairs not to exceed $925,000.00
• Ordinance authorizing a loan of up to $2,020,000 for water booster station upgrades
• Ordinance to increase funding by $1,200,000 for the Bayo Lift Station Elimination Project
• Code ordinance to abolish various municipal court and traffic fees effective July 1, 2024
• Grant matching funds of $2,000,000 for a middle mile fiber optic line connecting White Rock to Pojoaque

Arts in Public Places Advisory Board

The Arts in Public Places Advisory Board will meet to elect new officers and review the current budget. The board will also consider a potential call for art at Barranca Mesa and evaluate submissions for the golf course art project. Additionally, members will discuss the Santa Clara Jar donation.

• Election of Board Chair and Vice-chair
• Potential Call for Art for the Barranca Mesa art project
• Review of artist submissions for the Los Alamos County Golf Course
• Discussion regarding the Santa Clara Jar donation
• Review of year-to-date APP budget

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for May 22, 2024, has been canceled.

County Council - Work Session

The County Council will review several presentations including a Planning and Zoning Commission briefing and a Nuisance Code implementation report. Discussions include transportation safety, transit center sites in Los Alamos and White Rock, and a new liquor license application.

• Planning and Zoning Commission briefing
• Nuisance Code Implementation Review Task Force final report
• Transportation discussion regarding traffic safety, speeding enforcement, and transit staffing
• Evaluation of Transit Center sites in Los Alamos and White Rock
• Liquor license application for Pig and Fig Bakery and Cafe LLP dba Beef and Leaf Cafe

Environmental Sustainability Board

The Board will review an overview of DPU Water Plans and continue discussions regarding the Communication Management Plan. Members will also debrief a community workshop related to the Climate Action Plan.

• Overview of DPU Water Plans
• Discussion and revision of the Communication Management Plan
• Debrief of the Community Workshop for Climate Action Plan
• Residential Sustainability Report for April 2024

Board of Public Utilities

The Board of Public Utilities will meet in a closed session to conduct a performance review for the Utilities Manager. No other substantive business is listed on this agenda.

• Utilities Manager Performance Review (18386-24b)

Board of Public Utilities

The Board of Public Utilities will consider proposed changes to interconnection rules for small power producers. The board will also review the DOE/LAC Resource Pool Budget for fiscal years 2025 and 2026. Additionally, members will review an amendment for engineering services at the White Rock Water Resource Reclamation Facility.

• Proposed changes to Rule E-5 regarding interconnection with cogeneration and small power producers
• Approval of DOE/LAC Resource Pool Budget for fiscal years 2025 and 2026
• Amendment No. 4 to contract AGR19-47 with Bohannan Huston for engineering services at White Rock Water Resource Reclamation Facility
• Approval of April 3 and April 17, 2024, meeting minutes

Los Alamos County DWI Planning Council

The council will review minutes from the March 14, 2024 meeting and consider board appointments. Staff will also present updates regarding DWI prevention efforts, treatment, and law enforcement compliance numbers.

• Approval of March 14, 2024, meeting minutes
• Board/Commission Appointments for Eli Argo, Lauren Smith, Jaime Gonzales, and Jordan Redmond
• DWI Prevention Efforts report
• DWI Treatment report
• DWI Compliance Numbers for March and April

Parks and Recreation Board

The Board will receive presentations regarding new staff positions, the skate park, and the ice rink chiller replacement. Staff will also present an update on 2025 projects and the FY25 budget.

• Introduction of New Irrigation Technician and Arborist Positions
• Skate Park Update Presentation
• Update on the Long-Term Replacement for the Ice Rink Chiller
• 2025 Projects Presentation
• FY25 Budget Update

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission will discuss potential amendments to Chapter 16 of the County Code regarding parking requirements and Accessory Dwelling Units. Additionally, two subdivision plat applications for residential lot splits are scheduled for public hearing.

• Discussion of parking requirements and possible text amendments to Chapter 16
• Discussion of Accessory Dwelling Unit regulations and possible text amendments to Chapter 16
• Final Subdivision Plat for 2488 45th Street (splitting one lot into four)
• Preliminary Subdivision Plat for 1060 San Ildefonso Road (splitting one lot into five)
• Presentation on reviewing site plans and plat documents by Chief Surveyor Jason Romero

County Council - Regular Session

The Council will consider several proclamations, consent agenda items, and new ordinances. Key discussions include water infrastructure financing through loans and budget revisions.

• Agreement with San Bar Construction Company for pavement markings up to $500,000
• On-call facility construction services amendment not to exceed $10,000,000.00
• Ordinance authorizing a loan of up to $2,020,000 for water booster station upgrades
• Ordinance to increase funding for the Bayo Lift Station Elimination Project by $1,200,000
• Public hearing regarding an $800,000 loan and $200,000 grant for Bayo Non-potable Booster Station

Library Board

The Library Board will review the draft minutes from the April 1, 2024, meeting. The agenda also includes a library staff presentation schedule and discussion of feedback opportunities for May.

• Review of April 1, 2024, meeting minutes
• Library staff presentation schedule
• May opportunities for feedback

County Council - Work Session

This scheduled May 3 County Council work session will not take place. The agenda explicitly states the time slot is reserved for testing equipment rather than holding a public meeting. Because this item is purely procedural boilerplate, no items are being decided or discussed.

• No substantive agenda items, rezonings, contracts, ordinances, or fee changes are listed.

Los Alamos County Health Council

The Los Alamos County Health Council will review the April 4, 2024, meeting minutes and consider approving a 2024 Fact Sheet. The council will also discuss meeting formats and strategies for increasing outreach and marketing.

• Approval of April 4, 2024, meeting minutes
• Discussion and approval of 2024 Fact Sheet
• Discussion regarding the format of Health Council meetings
• Discussion on increasing council outreach and marketing

Transportation Board

The Transportation Board will review presentations regarding the Denver Steels Phase 2 Improvements Project and an evaluation of potential transit center sites in downtown Los Alamos and White Rock. The meeting also includes a staff report from the Public Works Department.

• Denver Steels Phase 2 Improvements Project presentation
• Evaluation of Potential Transit Center Sites in Downtown Los Alamos and White Rock
• Public Works Staff Report

Board of Public Utilities

The Board of Public Utilities will meet in a closed session following the work session. This session is designated for discussing limited personnel matters regarding the Utilities Manager performance review.

• Utilities Manager Performance Review (18386-24a)

Historic Preservation Advisory Board

The board will discuss potential actions for Historic Preservation Month, including a possible request for a county council proclamation regarding property owners on Bathtub Row. The meeting also includes an organizational overview from the Manhattan Project National Historical Park.

• Election of Board Chair and Vice Chair
• Presentation by Tom Smith of the Manhattan Project National Historical Park
• Discussion of a possible county council proclamation for Bathtub Row property owners
• Information on the Los Alamos Community Foundation Preserving History Grant

Board of Public Utilities Work Session

The Board of Public Utilities will hold a work session featuring several presentations. Discussions include an update on the chromium plume at Los Alamos and a strategic discussion regarding power purchase agreements or ownership of generation resources.

• Los Alamos High School Eco Club presentation
• Update from NMED on the nature, extent and remediation of the Chromium Plume
• Strategic discussion on Power Purchase Agreements and/or ownership of generation resources

County Council - Special Meeting

The Special Meeting scheduled for April 30, 2024, was canceled. The FY2025 Budget was approved at the previous meeting held on April 29, 2024.

• FY2025 Budget approval (at April 29, 2024 meeting)

County Council - Special Meeting

The County Council will meet to consider the possible approval of a collective bargaining agreement. This agreement is between the County of Los Alamos and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 611 for Public Works staff.

• Collective Bargaining Agreement between Los Alamos County and IBEW Local 611 (Public Works)

County Council - Special Meeting

The County Council is continuing its public hearings regarding the proposed FY2025 budget. The session includes a budget overview, long-term financial projections, and presentations from various county departments.

• FY2025 Budget Overview and Long Term Financial Projections
• Budget presentations from County Assessor, Clerk, Sheriff, Municipal Court, and Probate Court
• Budget presentations from County Manager, Attorney, Administrative Services, Community Development, Community Services, Fire, Police, Public Works, and Public Utilities

Arts in Public Places Advisory Board

The Board will discuss a recommendation to Council for the purchase and location of Jeff Segler's "The Boys of Pajarito Plateau" painting. Additionally, members will elect a new Chair and Vice-chair and review the Call for Art timeline for the Golf Course Wall.

• Recommendation to Council for purchase/location of Jeff Segler painting
• Election of Board Chair and Vice-chair
• Manhattan Project Sign Replacement presentation
• Call for Art update for Golf Course Wall
• APP Budget report review

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Los Alamos County Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for April 24, 2024, was canceled. No other agenda items were provided.

County Council - Special Meeting

The County Council is continuing its public hearings regarding the proposed FY2025 budget. The session includes a budget overview, long-term financial projections, and presentations from various county departments.

• Public hearing for FY2025 Budget
• Budget presentations from County Assessor, Clerk, Sheriff, Municipal Court, and Probate Court
• Budget presentations from County Manager, Attorney, Administrative Services, Community Development, Community Services, Fire, Police, Public Works, and Public Utilities

County Council - Special Meeting

The County Council will review the April 9, 2024, meeting minutes and consider a bid award for landscaping work. The proposed project involves renovating athletic fields at North Mesa and White Rock Overlook.

• Approval of April 9, 2024, County Council Minutes
• Bid No. IFB 24-62: $1,105,014.80 for landscaping of North Mesa Fields and White Rock Overlook Fields

County Council - Special Meeting

The County Council is conducting public hearings regarding the Fiscal Year 2025 budget. The session includes an overview of budget options, long-term financial projections, and presentations from various county departments.

• FY2025 budget summary and long-term financial projections
• Review of equipment replacement lists and pension administration costs
• Budget presentations from the Sheriff, Police, and Public Works departments
• Discussion of budget options and significant changes

County Council - Regular Session

The provided agenda contains only procedural information regarding the meeting time and location. No specific business items or discussion topics are listed in the document.

Environmental Sustainability Board

The scheduled meeting for the Los Alamos County Environmental Sustainability Board was canceled due to a lack of quorum. No business was conducted.

Board of Public Utilities

The Board of Public Utilities will consider a loan agreement of up to $2,020,000 for electrical and mechanical upgrades to the water production SCADA system. The agenda also includes discussions on clean water funding amendments and updates to electric reliability plans.

• Loan agreement up to $2,020,000 for water production SCADA system upgrades
• Funding amendment for the Bayo Lift Station Elimination Project
• Budget revision regarding Uniper Settlement and debt coverage ratio
• Proposed changes to Department of Public Utilities fee schedules
• Updates to the FY2024 Electric Reliability Plan

Lodgers' Tax Advisory Board

The Lodgers' Tax Advisory Board will review a presentation regarding the Bathtub Row Reconstruction Project. The board will also receive reports from Sunny 505 and the LACDC Visitor Centers.

• Bathtub Row Reconstruction Project presentation by Karen Henderson
• Sunny 505 April 2024 report
• LACDC Visitor Centers February 2024 report

Nuisance Code Implementation Review

The Board of County Commissioners will continue discussion regarding the final report from the Nuisance Code Implementation Review Task Force. The meeting includes a review of findings presented by Philip Gursky for possible action.

• Review/Approval of March 08, 2024, Nuisance Code Implementation Review Task Force minutes
• Discussion and possible action on the Final Report for Presentation to Council on Findings of the Task Force

Los Alamos County DWI Planning Council

The scheduled meeting of the Los Alamos County DWI Planning Council for April 11, 2024, was cancelled. No items were presented for discussion or decision.

Parks and Recreation Board

The Board will review the draft Work Plan for fiscal year 2025. The meeting also includes a request to approve minutes from the March 14, 2024 meeting and various staff project updates.

• Approval of March 14, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion and possible approval of FY25 draft Work Plan
• Staff project updates

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a site plan for a 28,600 square foot mixed-use building at 2201 Trinity Drive. The commission will also review a variance request for an attached carport at 1152 41st Street.

• Site plan approval for a 28,600 sq.ft. mixed-use building at 2201 Trinity Drive
• Variance request for a 575 sq.ft. attached carport at 1152 41st Street
• Approval of March 27, 2024, meeting minutes

County Council - Closed Session

The Los Alamos County Council will meet on April 9, 2024, to discuss the purchase, acquisition, or disposal of real property at 20th Street. New Mexico state law requires this specific discussion to be held in a closed session, meaning details and outcomes are not public. The agenda also lists standard opening roll call and adjournment procedures.

• Discussion of purchasing, acquiring, or disposing of the 20th Street property (closed session under NMSA 1978 10-15-1(H)(8))
• Routine council roll call and meeting adjournment

County Council - Regular Session

The County Council will consider several items including a seven-year gopher control contract and budget revisions. The agenda also features public hearings regarding a multi-hazard mitigation plan and funding for the Denver Steels Phase 2 reconstruction project.

• $525,000 contract for StarHawk Design & Services, LLC for gopher control services
• Resolution authorizing application for Denver Steels Phase 2 Reconstruction Project funding
• Resolution adopting the Los Alamos County Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Budget revision for Brewer Arena improvements grant
• Increase in Assessor Certification Pay and associated budget revision

Transportation Board

The board will review the March 7, 2024, meeting minutes and receive a presentation titled 'A Bus For Us.' The meeting also includes a staff report from the Public Works Director.

• Approval of March 7, 2024, meeting minutes
• A Bus For Us presentation
• Public Works Staff Report – March 2024

Los Alamos County Health Council

The Health Council will meet to approve the minutes from the March 7, 2024, meeting. The agenda includes presentations regarding the Health Council and the Social Services Division.

• Approval of March 7, 2024, meeting minutes
• Presentation: Los Alamos County Health Council & Social Services Division 101
• Chairman's Report by Lori Padilla
• Staff Report by Jessica Strong

Library Board

The Library Board will review the minutes from the February 5, 2024 meeting. The agenda includes a library staff presentation, an accessibility report, and a review of library policies.

• Review of February 5, 2024, meeting minutes
• Library Staff Presentation
• Accessibility Report
• National Library Week discussion
• Library Policy review

Arts in Public Places Advisory Board

The Arts in Public Places Advisory Board will review the 2024 draft Work Plan for approval. The meeting also includes updates on a new board member and council liaison, as well as reports from the chair and staff liaison.

• Approval of the 2024 draft Art in Public Places Work Plan
• Update on New APP Board Member and Council Liaison
• Approval of minutes from the February 22, 2024 meeting

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review the February 14, 2024, meeting minutes and discuss the 2024 Work Plan. The agenda also includes a presentation from Tony Jordan of the Parking Reform Network regarding parking mandates in development.

• Approval of February 14, 2024, meeting minutes
• Discussion of 2024 Planning and Zoning Commission Work Plan
• Presentation on parking mandates in development by Tony Jordan

County Council - Regular Session

The County Council will review several consent agenda items including a $8.8 million bid for DP Road Phase II reconstruction and various pavement preservation contracts. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding a Verizon Wireless lease amendment and a discussion on a FEMA grant application for Fire Station 3.

• Award of $8,871,345.80 bid to TLC Plumbing & Utility for DP Road Phase II Reconstruction
• Approval of up to $2,000,000 each for crack seal and asphalt sealant pavement preservation
• Purchase and configuration of network switches for $1,496,046.19
• Introduction of ordinance for a $1,000,000 loan and grant for Bayo Non-Potable Booster Station
• Acceptance of up to $367,632 in FY 2024-E-911 Grant funds

Environmental Sustainability Board

The board will discuss developing a communication management plan to increase public involvement. Members will also debrief on the Climate Action Plan presentation, which includes greenhouse gas emissions reports and proposed strategies. The agenda also includes establishing a Baling Twine Working Group.

• Debrief on Climate Action Plan presentation by Cascadia Consulting Group
• Development of a Communication Management Plan for public involvement
• Establishment of a Baling Twine Working Group
• Review of the February 2024 Residential Sustainability Report

Board of Public Utilities

The Board of Public Utilities is reviewing several infrastructure projects and financial plans. This includes a public hearing on a loan and grant package for the Bayo Non-potable Booster Station. The board will also consider the FY2025 DPU budget and various service contracts.

• $1,000,000 loan and grant for Bayo Non-potable Booster Station refurbishment
• Approval of the FY2025 DPU budget
• Contract award to Pillar Innovations, LLC for water production well upgrades
• Engineering services agreement with Molzen Corbin & Associates Inc.
• DOE grant application for HVAC upgrades at the wastewater treatment plant

Tourism Implementation Task Force

The task force will discuss the FY25 budget introduction and the 2025 work plan. The meeting includes presentations on the Sunny 505 report and a report from LACDC Visitor Centers.

• FY25 Budget introduction and discussion
• 2025 Work Plan discussion
• Sunny 505 Report presentation
• LACDC Visitor Centers Report by Melanie Peña
• Survey Results presented by Ellyn Felton

County Council - Work Session

The County Council is reviewing utility contracts, including a potential termination agreement with Uniper Global Commodities North America LLC and a new short-term power purchase agreement with Mercuria Energy America, LLC. The session also includes discussions regarding development code updates and the Chapter 6 Animal Ordinance.

• Termination and settlement agreement with Uniper Global Commodities North America LLC
• Short-term power purchase agreement with Mercuria Energy America, LLC
• Los Alamos County Development Code 'clean-up' and zoning recommendations
• Discussion on Chapter 6 Animal Ordinance
• Briefing on the 2023 Legislative Session by Representative Christine Chandler

Lodgers' Tax Advisory Board

The Lodgers' Tax Advisory Board is meeting to discuss the proposed FY25 budget, revenue, and expenditures. The board will also review survey results regarding tourism implementation priorities and a 2025 work plan.

• FY25 Budget Introduction and Discussion
• 2024 Tourism Implementation Priorities & Work Groups Survey Results
• FY2025 LTAB Work Plan
• Sunny 505 Datify Reports
• LACDC Visitor Centers Report

Parks and Recreation Board

The board will discuss the draft work plan for fiscal year 2025 and hold elections for officers. A presentation regarding CAPRA Accreditation for Parks and Recreation is also scheduled. Staff will provide updates on various projects.

• Presentation on CAPRA Accreditation
• Election of Board officers
• Discussion of FY25 Work Plan draft
• Staff project updates
• Approval of February 8, 2024 meeting minutes

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for March 13, 2024, has been canceled.

Nuisance Code Implementation Review

The Nuisance Code Implementation Task Force is continuing discussions regarding the content of its final report to the Los Alamos County Council. The meeting includes a review of Chapter 18 text and data analysis reports.

• Approval of February 9, 2024, meeting minutes
• Discussion of the final NCITF Report content for the County Council
• Review of Chapter 18 text
• Review of Nuisance task force data analysis report

Los Alamos County Health Council

The Health Council will meet to discuss the FY24 Work Plan and recommendations for a Comprehensive Health Plan. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from February 1 and February 15, 2024.

• Approval of Recommendations-Comprehensive Health Plan
• Discussion and Approval of the FY24 Work Plan
• Approval of Minutes from February 1, 2024
• Approval of Minutes from February 15, 2024

Transportation Board

The Los Alamos County Transportation Board will review presentations on median design standards, a Dial-A-Ride transit guide, and the Bathtub Row Reconstruction Project at its March 7 meeting. Staff noted that action may be taken on these items after discussion. These reviews affect local road design, public transit access, and neighborhood construction schedules for residents. The board will also receive February Public Works updates and outline future topics like roadway improvements and bicycle safety plans.

• Presentation on median design standards for county roads
• Review of the Dial-A-Ride Guide and transit presentation
• Project update on the Bathtub Row Reconstruction Project
• February 2024 Public Works staff report
• Upcoming agenda items including Denver Steels Phase II roadway improvements and bike/pedestrian plan reviews

Historic Preservation Advisory Board

The board will review the draft HPAB 2024 Work Plan and an overview of the HPAB Member Handbook. The meeting also includes the introduction of new board members and approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Review and approval of the draft HPAB 2024 Work Plan
• Overview of HPAB Member Handbook
• Introduction of new HPAB Members
• Approval of February 7, 2024 meeting minutes

Board of Public Utilities Work Session

The Board of Public Utilities will consider a settlement agreement with Uniper Global Commodities North America LLC and a new short-term power purchase agreement. Additionally, the session includes presentations on net zero emissions planning and UNM electricity grid research results.

• Termination and Settlement Agreement between Los Alamos County and Uniper Global Commodities North America LLC
• Short-term Power Purchase Agreement to replace Uniper agreements
• LANL presentation on Net Zero Emissions Planning & Implementation
• UNM Electricity Grid Research Results consumer survey and use preliminary results
• Annual Update on Water System

County Council - Closed Session

The Los Alamos County Council will hold a closed session regarding limited personnel matters. The meeting includes a discussion of the County Manager's goals.

• Discussion of County Manager goals (Item 18395-24)

County Council - Regular Session

The County Council will consider several items including a $1.6 million real property sale and a $1.8 million grant match for fiber optic lines. The agenda also includes public hearings regarding fire restrictions and local DWI grant participation.

• Sale of 110 Entrada Drive (Lot 6B-2) for $1,600,000
• EPA Climate Pollution Reduction Grant application up to $2,489,000
• Grant matching funds of $1,800,000 for a middle mile fiber optic line
• Ordinance regarding Verizon Wireless antenna replacement at 280 North Mesa Road
• Amendment to fire restrictions and duties of the Fire Chief

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Los Alamos County Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for February 28, 2024, was canceled.

County Council - Regular Session

The Council will consider several large-scale service agreements for construction and software. Discussions include a $5,000,000 water project loan/grant and potential power purchase agreements with Foxtail Flats Solar, LLC.

• Agreement with Jaypen Construction, LLC for concrete services up to $4,000,000.00
• Services agreement with Brainier Solutions, Inc. for $942,250.00
• On-call utilities construction agreements with Transmission & Distribution Services, LLC and SGS LLC up to $7,000,000.00 each
• Ordinance authorizing a $5,000,000 water project loan/grant agreement
• Bid award to Summit Electric Supply for $633,835 for wayfinding sign poles

Parks and Recreation Board

This session is designated as a test meeting for Parks and Recreation Board and APB staff. There are no official items or public business on the agenda.

Arts in Public Places Advisory Board

The board will discuss a Call for Art for the Los Alamos Golf Course retaining wall and consider purchasing the painting "The Boys of Pajarito Plateau." Additionally, members will review the FY24 year-to-date budget and the draft FY25 Work Plan.

• Call for Art for the Los Alamos Golf Course retaining wall
• Purchase consideration for "The Boys of Pajarito Plateau" painting
• Review of FY24 Year-to-Date budget
• Approval of draft FY25 Work Plan
• Update regarding Los Alamos Little Theater boiler

Board of Public Utilities

The Board of Public Utilities will review the FY2025 budget presentation, including a ten-year forecast and capital plan. The meeting also includes discussion on power purchase and energy storage agreements with Foxtail Flats Solar, LLC.

• On-call utilities construction services agreement with Transmission & Distribution Services, LLC up to $7,000,000.00
• On-call utilities construction services agreement with SGS LLC up to $7,000,000.00
• Ordinance No. 730 regarding a Verizon Wireless lease amendment at 280 North Mesa Road
• Power Purchase Agreement and Energy Storage Agreement with Foxtail Flats Solar, LLC
• FY2025 Budget Presentation including ten-year forecast and capital plan

County Council - Closed Session

The County Council and Board of Public Utilities are meeting in a closed session to discuss potential or ongoing legal matters. This discussion is held pursuant to NMSA 1978, 10-15-1 (H)(7).

• Discussion regarding threatened or pending litigation

Personnel Board

The Los Alamos County Personnel Board will review the 2023 Market Study and updated FY2024 Salary Plan. The board is also scheduled to consider appointments for boards and commissions and approve the FY25 Workplan.

• Discussion and approval of Boards & Commissions Personnel Board Appointments
• Review and approval of FY25 Workplan
• Action on the 2023 Market Study and updated FY2024 Salary Plan

County Council - Work Session

The County Council will review a draft FY24 Transportation Board Work Plan and an ordinance regarding fire restrictions and duties. The session also includes discussions on Downtown Los Alamos East Metropolitan Re-development Area boundaries and the Council Strategic Goal for Quality of Life.

• Draft FY24 Transportation Board Work Plan
• Ordinance 02-356 regarding fire restrictions, duties of the Fire Chief, appeals, and violations
• Downtown Los Alamos (DT-LA) East Metropolitan Re-development Area (MRA) Plan boundaries
• Council Strategic Goal-Quality of Life overview

Los Alamos County Health Council

The Los Alamos County Health Council is holding a special meeting to consider the Comprehensive Health Plan. The council will review recommendations provided by Emily Piltch and Jessica Strong.

• Approval of the Comprehensive Health Plan and Recommendations by Emily Piltch and Jessica Strong

Environmental Sustainability Board

The board will review the FY25 Work Plan and receive an update on biosolid composting operations. Additional discussions include a presentation on baling twine recycling and the design of a Climate Action Plan survey.

• Review and approve the FY25 Work Plan
• Biosolid Composting Operation Update
• Baling Twine Recycling Presentation
• Discussion of Climate Action Plan Survey design and implementation
• Revision and appointment of Liaison Assignments

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Los Alamos County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings to review two subdivision plat applications and one variance request. The proposals involve dividing a single lot into four homes at 2488 45th Street and developing 29 townhomes across multiple Longview Drive addresses in White Rock. These hearings provide a formal opportunity for residents to comment before the commission reviews compliance with county zoning codes.

• Public hearing on SUB-2023-0015: proposal to split a 29,345 sq ft lot into four residential lots at 2488 45th Street (RM-2 Zone)
• Public hearing on SUB-2024-0016: sketch plat for 29 attached townhomes across several Longview Drive addresses in the White Rock Town Center Zone
• Public hearing on VAR-2024-0001: variance request to modify sidewalk width, location, and landscape requirements at the same Longview Drive properties
• Department report noting a parking training session scheduled for March 27

Nuisance Code Implementation Review

The Board of County Commissioners will review the 2023 Council Presentation and receive an update regarding the 2024 Nuisance Code Implementation Review Task Force report. These items are presented for discussion and update purposes.

• Review of the 2023 Council Presentation
• Update to Council regarding the 2024 NCIRTF Report

Los Alamos County DWI Planning Council

The DWI Planning Council will review previous meeting minutes and discuss various program updates. Discussions include DWI prevention efforts, treatment, law enforcement compliance numbers, and an update regarding Los Alamos National Labs.

• Approval of January 11, 2024, meeting minutes
• DWI Prevention Efforts report
• DWI Treatment report
• DWI Law Enforcement and Compliance Numbers for January
• Los Alamos National Labs Update

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will review meeting minutes from January 11, 2024. The agenda includes presentations on baling twine recycling, gopher control, and designated natural areas. Staff will also provide project updates.

• Approval of January 11, 2004 meeting minutes
• Baling Twine Recycling presentation
• Gopher Control presentation
• Designated Natural Areas presentation
• Staff project updates

Historic Preservation Advisory Board

The board will review the January 3, 2024, meeting minutes for approval. Members are also scheduled to discuss and take action on the HPAB 2024 Work Plan. Staff and liaison reports will be presented during the meeting.

• Approval of the HPAB 2024 Work Plan
• Approval of January 3, 2024, meeting minutes

Tourism Implementation Task Force

The Tourism Implementation Task Force is discussing its charter and the structure of its work groups. The meeting includes reviews of the 2023 Lodgers' Tax Report and the 2023 Venue Visitation Report.

• Tourism Implementation Task Force Charter discussion
• Work Group Structure and Scheduling discussion
• TITF Work Plan discussion and priority setting
• 2023 Lodgers' Tax Report
• 2023 Venue Visitation Report

Board of Public Utilities

The Board of Public Utilities is reviewing a presentation regarding the Foxtail Flats Solar Power Purchase Agreement and Energy Storage Agreement. The board will also consider suspending procedural rules to allow for formal action during this work session. Other items include asset management updates and revisions to LARES recommendations.

• Presentation of Foxtail Flats Solar Power Purchase Agreement and Energy Storage Agreement
• Annual Asset Management Teams presentation
• Action to suspend procedural rules for the February 7, 2024 work session
• Approval of BPU revisions regarding DPU relevant LARES recommendations
• Selection of members for 2024 Boards & Commissions luncheons

County Council - Regular Session

The County Council will hold a public hearing regarding an ordinance to establish a minimum wage. Additionally, the Council will consider an ordinance to authorize the sale of county-owned property at 110 Entrada Drive for $1,600,000.

• Public hearing for Ordinance No. 02-347 establishing a minimum wage
• Introduction of Ordinance No. 727 to sell 110 Entrada Drive (Lot 6B-2) for $1,600,000
• Memorandum of Understanding providing $350,000.00 to the North Central Regional Transit District
• Discussion regarding food waste composting at the Eco Station
• Recognition of Government Finance Officers Association awards

Library Board

The Library Board will discuss an update on the library's strategic plan and review library policy sections 4.4-4.7. The meeting also includes reports from the board chair, staff, and the Friends of Los Alamos County Library liaison.

• Strategic Plan Update presentation
• Review of Library Policy sections 4.4-4.7
• Approval of January 8, 2024, meeting minutes

Los Alamos County Health Council

The Health Council will meet to consider the Comprehensive Health Plan and recommendations. The meeting also includes a presentation regarding a proposed alcohol tax.

• Presentation of Proposed Alcohol Tax by Sindy Bolanos-Sacoman
• Presentation and approval of the Comprehensive Health Plan and Recommendations by Emily Piltch
• Approval of minutes from the December 7, 2023 meeting

Transportation Board

The Los Alamos Transportation Board will elect its 2024 leadership and review the draft FY25 work plan. The meeting includes updates on electric bus procurement and a presentation on ADA paratransit policies. Members will also discuss the multi-use trail maintenance budget.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair for 2024
• Atomic City Transit ADA Paratransit presentation and policy review
• Update on Electric Bus Procurement
• Review of draft FY25 Transportation Board Work Plan
• Multi-Use Trail Maintenance Budget discussion

County Council - Closed Session

The County Council will meet in a closed session to conduct mid-year personnel evaluations. These evaluations concern the County Manager and the County Attorney.

• Mid-year evaluation of the County Manager
• Mid-year evaluation of the County Attorney

County Council - Regular Session

The Council will consider several utility-related amendments and a $5 million water project loan. The agenda also includes public hearings on emergency operations and paid leave, as well as discussions regarding downtown zoning boundaries.

• Amendment to Waste Management of New Mexico, Inc. for $450,000.00
• Award of El Vado Fiber Optic Project to Kelly Cable of New Mexico LLC
• Introduction of ordinance for a $5,000,000 water project loan/grant agreement
• Public hearing on the All-Hazard Emergency Operations Plan
• Discussion on modifying Downtown Los Alamos zoning district boundaries

Arts in Public Places Advisory Board

The Arts in Public Places Advisory Board will discuss the potential purchase and relocation of the painting "The Boys of Pajarito Plateau." The board also plans to approve policy revisions and the 2024 meeting calendar. A presentation regarding the Los Alamos Little Theater Boiler is also scheduled.

• Approval of October 26, 2023, meeting minutes
• Approval of 2024 meeting dates
• Presentation regarding Los Alamos Little Theater Boiler
• Discussion on purchasing "The Boys of Pajarito Plateau" painting
• Approval of Art in Public Places policy revisions

Lodgers' Tax Advisory Board

The board will review the Sunny 505 report and a project update regarding the White Rock Visitor Center outdoor restrooms and pavilion. Members will also discuss the introduction of the FY25 budget and work plan.

• Sunny 505 Report
• LACDC Visitor Centers Report
• White Rock Visitor Center Outdoor Restrooms and Pavilion project update
• FY25 Budget Introduction and Discussion

County Council - Closed Session

The Los Alamos County Council will hold a closed session to conduct collective bargaining negotiations. These discussions involve the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), Local 611.

• Collective bargaining negotiations with IBEW, Local 611

County Council - Work Session

The County Council will discuss FY2025 budget guidance and potential action on 2024 Los Alamos Federal Priorities. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding county facility user fees and discounts, as well as the process for filling a probate judge vacancy.

• Discussion and possible action on FY2025 Budget Guidance
• Council appointment of Probate Judge to fill vacancy
• Discussion of County Facility User Fees and Discounts Provided
• Consideration and possible action of 2024 Los Alamos Federal Priorities

Environmental Sustainability Board

The Environmental Sustainability Board will elect its Chair and Vice-chair. The meeting includes a presentation on heating alternatives to natural gas and updates regarding the LARES Working Group Action Plan. The board will also review the December 2023 Residential Sustainability Report.

• Election of Board Chair and Vice-chair
• Presentation on heating alternatives to natural gas
• Update on LARES Working Group Action Plan
• Review of December 2023 Residential Sustainability Report
• Approval of December 11, 2023, meeting minutes

Board of Public Utilities

The Board of Public Utilities will discuss a $5,000,000 loan and grant agreement to replace 16,500 feet of water pipelines. The agenda also includes the election of board leadership and updates on electric rate structures.

• $5,000,000 Water Project Fund Loan/Grant Agreement for pipeline replacement
• Contract award for El Vado Fiber Optic Project to Kelly Cable of New Mexico LLC
• Work plan for Electric Time of Use and Demand Rate Structures
• Election of 2024 BPU Chair and Vice Chair
• Budget revision for funding vertical breakers

Lodgers' Tax Advisory Board

The board will review several reports including the Sunny 505 report and the LACDC Visitor Centers report. Discussions will also include a project update for the White Rock Visitor Center outdoor restrooms and pavilion, as well as the FY25 work plan and budget.

• Sunny 505 Report
• LACDC Visitor Centers Report
• White Rock Visitor Center Outdoor Restrooms and Pavilion project update
• FY25 Work Plan discussion
• FY25 Budget introduction and discussion

Personnel Board

The scheduled meeting for the Los Alamos County Personnel Board on January 16, 2024, was canceled. No items were presented or discussed.

Nuisance Code Implementation Review

The Nuisance Code Implementation Review Task Force will discuss a process for gathering information from individual cases and community members regarding code enforcement. The committee will also review code cases from September and October 2023 and examine a draft outline for their final report to the County Council.

• Review of code cases from September and October 2023
• Discussion on a process for reviewing individual nuisance code enforcement cases
• Review of a draft closure letter
• Review of a draft outline for the final report to the County Council
• Approval of meeting minutes from November 3, 2023

Los Alamos County DWI Planning Council

The council will review minutes from the November 9, 2023 meeting. Updates on DWI prevention efforts, treatment, and law enforcement compliance numbers will be presented. A staff report will also cover the alcohol industry's statehouse success.

• Approval of November 9, 2023, meeting minutes
• Reports on DWI prevention efforts and treatment
• Review of November DWI compliance numbers
• Staff report regarding the alcohol industry's statehouse success

Parks and Recreation Board

The Los Alamos County Parks and Recreation Board will review survey results regarding underused amenities at several locations, including Orange Street and Canyon Road. The board will also consider subcommittee appointments and the 2024 meeting calendar.

• Appointment of Donna Hayden and Cathy Miller to the Equine and Livestock Advisory Subcommittee
• Survey results for underused amenities at Orange Street, Canyon Road, Loma Linda, and Nina Marsh
• Presentation on a median re-design
• Approval of the 2024 Parks & Recreation Board Meeting Calendar

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission will review the 2024 calendar and approve minutes from September 2023. The agenda includes a presentation on suggested updates to the County Development Code. Commissioners will also discuss parking requirements and Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) in Los Alamos County.

• Proposed changes to Chapter 16 of the County Development Code
• Review of draft FY25 Planning and Zoning Commission Work Plan
• Discussion on parking requirements in Los Alamos County
• Discussion on Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) in Los Alamos County
• Approval of the 2024 Planning and Zoning Commission Calendar

County Council - Closed Session

The County Council met in a closed session to discuss threatened or pending litigation. The discussion focused on Case No. 20-9534, The Incorporated County of Los Alamos, New Mexico v. United States Environmental Protection Agency.

• Discussion regarding Case No. 20-9534: The Incorporated County of Los Alamos, New Mexico v. United States Environmental Protection Agency

County Council - Regular Session

The County Council will elect its 2024 Chair and Vice Chair and hear the State of the County presentation. The agenda includes a large construction contract for the White Rock Visitor Center and a significant FEMA grant application. The Council will also hold public hearings regarding Bee City certification and new meeting notice standards.

• Award of $1,230,398.00 contract to Pluma, LLC for White Rock Visitor Center restrooms and pavilion
• FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant application up to $8 million for underground electric power lines
• Task Order No. 6 with R&M Construction, LLC for $513,371.00 for utility renovations
• Grant agreement for the construction of Los Alamos Fire Department Station 4
• Public hearing on Bee City Certification resolution

County Council - Regular Session

The Los Alamos County Council has a regular session scheduled for January 8, 2024. The agenda provided contains no specific discussion items or proposed actions beyond the meeting notice.

Library Board

The Library Board will review the minutes from the December 4, 2023 meeting. The agenda includes a staff presentation on digital services and a review of library policy section 4-4.3 regarding collection development guidelines.

• Review of December 4, 2023, meeting minutes
• Library Staff Presentation on Digital Services
• Community Feedback discussion
• Library Policy Review: Section 4-4.3 Collection Development Guidelines

Transportation Board

The Transportation Board will elect its 2024 Chair and Vice Chair. The meeting includes a presentation on Atomic City Transit ADA Paratransit and a review of the draft FY25 Transportation Board Work Plan.

• Election of 2024 Chair and Vice Chair
• Atomic City Transit - ADA Paratransit presentation
• Review of Draft FY25 Transportation Board Work Plan
• Public Works Staff Report - December 2023

Historic Preservation Advisory Board

The board will review the FY24 Work Plan and Charter. Members will also discuss a summary of available grants for 2024.

• Review of FY24 Work Plan and HPAB Charter
• Discussion of potential grants for 2024