Saint Vincent's Plans New Healthcare Facility in Los Alamos

The Los Alamos County Inclusivity Task Force meeting on August 20, 2025, highlighted significant discussions regarding healthcare access and local business support.

One of the primary concerns raised was the struggle residents face in accessing healthcare services. A participant shared personal experiences of traveling to Minnesota, Denver, and Mexico for family healthcare needs, emphasizing the challenges of receiving adequate care in Los Alamos. The recent acquisition of the Knights of Columbus property by Saint Vincent was noted, with hopes that the upcoming facility will provide on-site services to improve healthcare access in the community.

In addition to healthcare, the meeting addressed local business development. The business engagement working group provided updates on initiatives aimed at supporting small businesses. Councilor Reger reported on a visit to Clovis to learn about their Local Investment and Training Assistance (LITA) program, which has successfully aided several businesses.

Concerns about commercial vacancy were also discussed, with Councilor Reitie noting a loss of 200,000 square feet of commercial space. Suggestions were made to implement sign systems that could easily update business names, enhancing visibility for local businesses as they change.

The meeting concluded with a brief mention of upcoming training opportunities, although specific details were not provided. Overall, the discussions underscored the community's ongoing efforts to improve healthcare access and support local businesses in Los Alamos.