GRIT Newsletter: November 2002

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Residents of Sandia Heights are reminded of the importance of adhering to covenants regarding landscaping and natural vegetation. The Architectural Control Committee (ACC) urges homeowners to consider the impact of their landscaping choices on the natural appearance of the area, views of neighbors, and compliance with existing covenants. The committee will no longer intervene in complaints about overgrown trees blocking views but encourages neighborly communication and adherence to covenant guidelines. Another focus is on making roads safer through means like speed humps, with efforts to gather resident support for implementing traffic calming measures to reduce speeding within the neighborhood.

In the Cedar Hill Park History & Update article, it is highlighted how community action in 1996 prevented a high-density housing project, preserving the area as it is today. The article also mentions ongoing efforts of the Community Service and Membership Committee to establish a discount program for SHHA members at local businesses and plan the annual wine tasting event. Residents are encouraged to contribute articles and ideas for future publications, with a reminder to meet the upcoming deadlines. Keywords: landscaping covenants, Architectural Control Committee, neighborly communication, speed humps, traffic safety, Cedar Hill Park, community involvement, discount program, annual event planning.

Residents of Sandia Heights pushed for the purchase of a property to create a park, leading to increased community involvement and support from the Sandia Heights Homeowners Association (SHHA). The demographics in the area had shifted with younger families, prompting the need for more recreational spaces. Efforts to secure funding for the park involved submitting forms to the county, with significant donations and services provided by local entities like the SHHA and BPLW Architects & Engineers Inc. The ongoing project aimed to address the changing needs and demands of the community, reflecting a collaborative effort to enhance the neighborhood with a new park. Keywords: park development, community involvement, funding, SHHA, demographics, recreational spaces, donations, architectural services, collaborative effort.

In response to concerns about increased monthly dues, the newsletter highlighted the decision-making process behind the rise in fees, dating back to previous board actions. The publication outlined the steps taken by the current board to communicate and justify the necessary increase, emphasizing transparency and financial reports provided to the association members. Additionally, the document addressed the allocation of funds towards projects like Cedar Hill Park, showcasing the board's dedication to enhancing community amenities. Legal expenses were clarified as essential for enforcing covenants and resolving disputes within the neighborhood to maintain property values and community standards, with efforts underway to update outdated covenants through collaborative member engagement. Keywords: monthly dues increase, financial reports, transparency, Cedar Hill Park, legal expenses, covenant enforcement, community standards, covenant review committee, member engagement.

The newsletter covers important topics related to radon levels in homes, emphasizing the health risks associated with radon exposure and the necessity of testing homes for radon. It discusses the sources of radon, its impact on lung cancer risk, testing methods recommended by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, and the steps to take if high radon levels are found. Additionally, the document delves into the potential health risks of pesticides, the availability of radon testing companies and DIY test kits, and provides contact information for further inquiries about radon and related health issues. Keywords: radon levels, lung cancer, testing, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, health risks, pesticides, testing companies, do-it-yourself kits, lung tissue, radioactive decay.

Another section of the newsletter focuses on the availability of a unique gifting catalog called 'Gifts of Hope,' which offers charitable gift options supporting various causes like children's cancer fund and family services. The catalog allows individuals to send meaningful gifts in honor of their loved ones while contributing to charitable organizations based in New Mexico. It also mentions the potential for ordering special cards for different occasions, emphasizing the impact of such gifts in providing hope and love to the recipients. Keywords: Gifts of Hope, charitable gifts, catalog, charitable organizations, Christmas cards, special cards, New Mexico, donations, charitable causes, gift-giving.

Residents are encouraged to join the neighborhood association for a small monthly fee of $8. The 2003 Residents Directory is in preparation, and homeowners are asked to review their listings for accuracy based on the information provided on their Grit labels. Details on how to ensure correct information for the directory are outlined, emphasizing the importance of accurate contact details for all members.

Membership drive is underway, with a call to action for residents to join the association and update their contact information for the upcoming directory. Contact details on the Grit labels are crucial for accurate listings in the directory, distinguishing between SHHA members and non-members, as well as listed and unlisted phone numbers. Residents are urged to verify and make any necessary corrections to their contact information to ensure an up-to-date and complete Residents Directory for 2003., membership, directory, Grit labels, contact information, accuracy, SHHA, residents, listing, phone numbers, corrections.

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