GRIT Newsletter: May 2020

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The Sandia Heights Homeowners Association's newsletter from May 2020 announces the relocation of their office to a permanent location at 12700 San Rafael Avenue NE, Suite 3, after temporarily moving to Suite 4 in the Sandia Heights Village shopping center. Due to the COVID-19 situation, the office remains closed, following social distancing guidelines, with business operations conducted via email. Additionally, the newsletter features a detailed historical account of the Elena Gallegos Land Grant, spanning over centuries and involving significant land transactions and donations that shaped the present-day area. Information about the planned construction of a PNM substation on a four-acre site on Paseo del Norte and Browning NE is also highlighted, including opposition from neighboring associations and concerns about the impact on views and home values.

The newsletter mentions the availability of an ACC Color Reference Guide for borrowing from the SHHA Office, requiring a refundable deposit. SHHA members can also explore discounts offered by participating merchants through the SHHA Member Benefits Program listed on the organization's website. The ACC Activity Log lists various approved projects such as roofing, landscaping, and installations in different residences within the community, providing a detailed overview of recent activities. Additionally, the newsletter outlines the submission guidelines for "Letters to the Editor," emphasizing a maximum word limit of 400 words and the importance of identifying authors for verification and permission to publish. Policies regarding letter content, editing procedures, and publication decisions are also highlighted.

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