GRIT Newsletter: June 2005

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The June 2005 newsletter from the Sandia Heights Homeowners Association shares updates on the recent changes in board officers, with Ralph Rudolph stepping down as president-elect and Ed Whitten being elected as the new president. The newsletter also highlights the upcoming SHHA Annual/Town Hall Meeting, inviting residents to share their input and concerns on various community issues, including potential developments, ice rink expansion, and the matter of speed humps. Additionally, a treasurer's report by Cheryl Iverson provides a detailed breakdown of finances, showing cash flow, received income, expenses, and total assets.

Residents in Sandia Heights are encouraged to participate in various upcoming events aimed at promoting outdoor activities and fitness. These events include lawn games at Will Johnson Memorial Park, tennis fun at Four Seasons tennis courts, and inline skating at Phillips Kicks 66 parking lot. Those interested can contact David Barthel for more information and to reserve a spot. Furthermore, a Sandia Heights Couples Gourmet Club is being formed, and interested individuals can sign up by providing their contact information as detailed in the newsletter. Events like a community picnic, hiking, book club, playgroups for young children, and babysitting opportunities for teenagers are also being organized by the Community Service & Membership Committee.

The Architectural Control Committee (ACC) in Sandia Heights has managed numerous construction projects over the past year to maintain the beauty of the area and protect its surroundings. The ACC has introduced several initiatives to improve its operations, such as scheduling Neighborhood Reviews and Meetings, developing Design Guidelines, and adopting a uniform fee schedule. Significant actions have been taken regarding commercial development projects in the community, including notifications to property owners and approvals with restrictions. Additionally, updates on the W. L. Jackson Park improvements and the upcoming Arts View @ Sandia Heights event are provided in the newsletter. Lawn Games, Tennis Fun, Inline Skating, Community Picnic, Hiking Events, Book Club, Playgroups, Babysitting, Architectural Control Committee, Commercial Development, W. L. Jackson Park, Arts View event.

Keywords: traffic safety, speed humps, bylaws changes, Vicki Criel., treasurer's report, SHHA Annual/Town Hall Meeting, Nob Hill Art Gallery, emergency response times, Mhoon property, soil analysis, San Rafael Ave, ice rink expansion, pedestrian paths, Couples Gourmet Club, Cheryl Iverson, Bernalillo County, board officers, community issues, finances, GRIT, committee chair