GRIT Newsletter: May 2013

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The newsletter discusses a proposed amendment to the bylaws, changing the annual meeting date to February, citing benefits like fewer residents on vacation. Additionally, it presents the results of officer elections for the upcoming operational year. A letter mix-up is highlighted, generating amusement among individuals involved and leading to a surprising discovery upon opening. Another section addresses the Waste Water and Septic System Committee's survey results, detailing residents' satisfaction with septic maintenance companies and the process of inspections and system replacements.

A letter mix-up involving a prisoner named David looking for an Ann Zimmerman, recounting his conviction and expressing his sentiments, led to a response advising him that the intended recipient may have moved on in life. Meanwhile, a call to keep bears away in Sandia Heights due to their increased hunger after winter was made, emphasizing storing away garbage and bird feeders to prevent attracting them. Covenant enforcement and the process for reporting violations within the Sandia Heights community were detailed, explaining the role of the Covenant Support Committee and the need for property owners to report violations formally.

The ACC approved various projects in the Sandia Heights neighborhood, from stucco wall constructions to landscaping efforts, aiming to maintain the area's aesthetic appeal. With the arrival of fire season, residents were urged to create wildfire-defensible zones around their properties, following guidelines from the New Mexico State Forestry to prevent and prepare for potential fires. An email alert system for security updates was introduced, and a community bulletin board highlighted an upcoming Model Train Show hosted by a local division, providing engaging activities for families.Keywords: prisoner letter mix-up, bears hibernation, covenant enforcement, ACC approved projects, fire season preparation, email alert system, Model Train Show.

A variety of community activities were highlighted in the newsletter, including RR Museums, local clubs, and the Sandia Heights "Cork & Fork" dining activity for couples. The dining activity, now in its eighth year, involves small groups meeting in members' homes bimonthly, with a focus on food and fun in a casual setting. The season schedule includes gatherings in small groups in March and May, culminating in a whole group activity in July. New couples are encouraged to join this activity by contacting Paula Knarr for more information.

The Sandia Heights Artists group is gearing up for the upcoming Sandia Heights Studio Art Tour in September, with a meeting scheduled for May 21 at the home of Barb Nahler. The newsletter also announced the SHHA annual meeting for its members, set to take place at the Church of the Good Shepherd on June 8, 2013, featuring refreshments and an opportunity for community members to gather. Keywords: RR Museums, Cork & Fork, dining activity, Sandia Heights Artists, Studio Art Tour, SHHA annual meeting

Keywords: Security Services, Septic System Committee, Security Tips, Officer Election Results, Envelope Mix-Up, Annual Meeting, Letter Mix-Up, Survey Results, System Replacements, Inspection Process, Bylaws Amendment, Septic System Care, Septic Tank Pumping Companies, Waste Water