County on 10 a.m. Start for January 9, 2026

Published on January 09, 2026

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County Manager announces 10 a.m. start for non-essential county government services and facilities

Los Alamos, N.M. -- Due to inclement weather and icy conditions, Los Alamos County Manager Anne Laurent has ordered a 10 a.m. start for all nonessential county government services and facilities on Friday, Jan. 9.

Some exceptions and additional information are as follows:

Atomic City Transit: All services (fixed routes, ACT assist & ACT MyRide)
will begin at approximately 7 a.m. For specific route information, visit atomiccitytransit.com, or check the ACTracker.
Environmental Services: There will be no disruption to Friday’s refuse and recycle pickup routes. The crew will complete their scheduled route as planned. The Eco Station and White Rock Overlook Collection Center will open at 10 a.m.
Recreation: All activities and programs scheduled before 10 a.m. are canceled at the Aquatic Center, including morning classes, swimming lessons and other activities. The ice rink may be delayed opening depending on rink conditions; visit the ice rink webpage to verify the status.
Senior Centers: The senior centers will open at 10:30 a.m.
After 10 a.m., once facilities are open, contact the facility and/or webpage to check on any program or event changes.

County Traffic and Street crews will continue to clear the major roads and streets according to the 2026 Snow and Ice Plan. To aid in these efforts and ensure public safety, residents are asked to:

Park vehicles off the street when possible.
Stagger parked vehicles if off-street parking is unavailable.
Keep storm drains clear of snow and debris.
Avoid shoveling snow into the street.

The County's My Commute page allows individuals to view conditions of major roadways within Los Alamos County. Drivers are urged to reduce speeds and exercise caution if travel is necessary during the storm.