GRIT Newsletter: November 1990

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County Planning Commission deferred the decision on Primrose Pointe due to issues with drainage facilities, lack of parks, alignment approval for water/sewer lines, and financial responsibility on the Homeowner's Association. The developer, S&S Associates, presented a revised Master Plan addressing these concerns while aiming to develop a planned residential community without changing zoning. The North Albuquerque Sandia Heights Coalition challenged the plan, prompting neighborhood input and adjustments to address resident concerns. Initiatives like Recycling Saturdays were introduced by the Sandia Heights Homeowners Association to encourage recycling in the community, awaiting comprehensive reports from the city council on recycling projects for future endeavors.

Residents of Sandia Heights were reminded about the importance of responsibly using alarm systems to prevent neighborhood disturbances and ensure proper security measures. Recommendations included educating oneself on the alarm system's operation, keeping the system in good working order, and arranging for professional monitoring services. The document also addressed the issue of alarm system abuse, emphasizing the need for reporting offenders to relevant authorities to uphold community peace and safety standards. The newsletter further discussed concerns raised by the North Albuquerque Sandia Heights Coalition regarding the proposed Primrose Pointe Master Plan, particularly focusing on housing density issues and the potential impact on drainage, traffic, and City annexation. The Coalition aimed to address these concerns through petitions and engagement with County Planning Commission.

The Sandia Heights Homeowners Association Architectural Review Committee has been busy approving plans for new home construction in the area, with various addresses and contractors listed. Residents with concerns about construction projects can reach out to the contractors directly or contact the SHHA office for assistance. Amid the drought year of 1989, residents faced challenges in gardening and plant upkeep, with some native plants resilient and blooming despite the dry conditions. Bird enthusiasts can obtain a bird checklist compiled by a local ornithologist specifically for the Sandia Mountain foothills area.

Construction projects in Sandia Heights are in full swing, with plans approved for multiple new homes and renovations, and residents can address any concerns through the SHHA office. The newsletter also highlights the impact of the drought in 1989 on gardening and native plants, with some species managing to bloom despite the dry conditions. Birdwatchers can obtain a checklist of local bird species compiled by a resident ornithologist. Unique keywords: construction, drought, gardening, native plants, bird checklist.

The newsletter features a variety of services offered by teenagers in the Sandia Heights community, including babysitting, house sitting, and pet care. There are multiple advertisements from responsible and experienced young individuals detailing their services, such as plant watering, feeding animals, and even marine safety inspections. Additionally, there are listings for items for sale, including a GT Racing BMX Bike and information about the Sandia Heights Bridge Club's meeting schedule.

Keywords: alarm systems, zoning, comprehensive report, house sitting, parks, items for sale, drainage issues, drainage facilities, North Albuquerque Sandia Heights Coalition, city council., alignment approval, Primrose Pointe Master Plan, holiday craft bazaar, Homeowner's Association, Sandia Heights Bridge Club, meeting schedule, City annexation, Recycling Saturdays, volunteer fire department donation., neighborhood disturbances, pet care, babysitting, County Planning Commission, North Albuquerque Sandia Heights Coalition., S&S Associates, housing density, neighborhood input, GT Racing BMX Bike, Master Plan, alarm system abuse, security measures, traffic problems, professional monitoring services, Primrose Pointe, marine safety inspection