GRIT Newsletter: April 2013

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The April 2013 newsletter of the Sandia Heights community discusses the upcoming Claudia Nygaard concert, highlighting her achievements and the details of the event. President Ann Zimmerman's message focuses on the impact of outdoor cats on bird and mammal populations, citing alarming statistics from research studies. The newsletter also includes a conversation with neighbors Ed and Virginia Fultz about disappearing bird and wildlife species in the area over the years, possibly due to cat predation.

Sandia Heights real estate market activity from 2007 to 2015 was detailed in the newsletter, showcasing trends in prices and sales volume for properties in the area, including average prices per square foot. An amendment to the community bylaws regarding the date of the annual meeting was proposed, shifting it from June to February, with a vote scheduled for June 8, 2013. Additionally, an article discussed the use of white roofing materials in Sandia Heights, outlining guidelines and considerations for using energy-efficient roofing materials while adhering to covenant restrictions.

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