GRIT Newsletter: September 2022

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The September 2022 newsletter of Sandia Heights Homeowners Association discusses the urgent need for new board members as several terms are expiring soon, emphasizing the eligibility requirements and responsibilities of serving on the Board of Directors. The newsletter invites interested members to step up and contribute to the community by joining the board, highlighting the benefits of involvement and the process for expressing interest in becoming a board member. Additionally, an article addresses the issue of tumbleweeds in Sandia Heights, detailing the problems caused by these invasive plants, their origins, and the importance of timely removal to mitigate wildfire risks and ecological damage. The article provides guidance on how to effectively remove tumbleweeds and highlights the regulatory aspects and challenges associated with controlling this nuisance plant.

A section in the newsletter provides fun facts about hummingbirds, including their heart rate, breathing rate, unique flying abilities, and migratory patterns. Additionally, a list of approved projects undertaken in Sandia Heights since the last issue is detailed, covering various repairs, replacements, installations, and renovations in different residences within the community. The Xeriscape concept for desert-friendly yards is explained, emphasizing water efficiency and the benefits of using drought-tolerant plants in landscaping, along with the savings in water, time, and money that come with xeriscaping.

Keywords: Volunteer recruitment, Board of Directors, Wildlife risks, Xeriscape benefits, Regulatory challenges, Invasive plants, Sandia Heights Security, approved projects, covenants review, directory photo contest, desert-friendly yards, backyard projects, resident directory, Board membership requirements, community events, neighborhood maintenance, art tour, Hummingbirds, Community involvement, Tumbleweed control, water efficiency, SHHA benefits, Fire prevention, Ecological impact, wildlife feeding, Neighborhood maintenance, migratory patterns, Xeriscape landscaping, Sandia Heights Artists Studio Tour.