Los Alamos County

This time of year, it is especially important to trim vegetation away from sidewalks for pedestrians - County sidewalks receive heavy use during the warmer months by many residents who enjoy walking about the community. Chapter 18 of the County Code (the Nuisance Code) was recently updated to address property maintenance issues. Specifically, Sec. 18-42 parts (a), (b) and (d) address weeds and brush piles.

Bears have been making their way into residential areas because of lack of food in the wild and ease of getting it out of trash roll carts. Since garbage stored outside is the biggest attractant, storing garbage in a secure garage or shed until the morning of collection will virtually eliminate the chances of a bear visit. If a bear does not find a food source, it will move on.

Two members of the County Council will host a booth at the Farmer’s Market on the following Thursdays: