GRIT Newsletter: July 2002

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The July-August 2002 newsletter from Sandia Heights Homeowners Association addresses the high fire danger in the area due to the extended drought, urging residents to remove dead trees and brush. Progress on Cedar Hill Park development is highlighted, including a $19,000 contribution from SHHA towards design and construction. Discussions with county officials, a water rate increase application, and invitations to elected officials for funding discussions are mentioned, along with a call for attendance at the Board of Directors meetings. The Treasurer's Comments provide insight into the association's budget breakdown for the year, detailing funding sources and expenditures, aiming to clarify the spending rationale.

All residents are urged to become members of SHHA to address key upcoming issues such as water rate increases, acquiring open space and parks, covenant revisions, and the consolidation of Bernalillo County with Albuquerque. The newsletter also highlights the Second Annual SHHA Holiday Lights in the Heights project, focusing on using electric luminarias to celebrate the holiday season in the neighborhood. Additionally, an overview of the new fire-fighting capability added to Sandia Heights by the Forest Service is provided, along with details of how the capability was employed during recent wildfires in the area.

Sandia Heights residents are encouraged to attend board meetings held monthly at the William Sibrava Sheriff's substation. An article in the newsletter discusses the interpretation of road regulations, suggesting that drivers should stick to speed limits and follow traffic rules. The issue also covers the importance of becoming an SHHA member, emphasizing the organization's role in enforcing community covenants and providing various services to enhance Sandia Heights' appeal. Additionally, there's a call for submissions for the next Grit newsletter, including articles, stories, and tips relevant to the community, showcasing an opportunity for residents to share their expertise.

The newsletter provides gardening tips for September, advising on planting various perennials, bulbs, and cool-season grasses like bluegrass and fescue before hard freezes hit. It suggests tasks like cutting down trees, shopping for fall bulbs, feeding plants, and bringing houseplants indoors to prepare for winter. Additionally, it lists the blooming plants for September and recommends activities like planting cool-season annuals and shopping for gardening supplies on discount.

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