GRIT Newsletter: October 2012

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The October 2012 newsletter for Sandia Heights residents begins with an engaging story of a memorable Halloween experience from a resident's childhood, emphasizing creativity and family involvement in costume-making. The narrative unfolds the excitement and efforts put into crafting a unique pirate costume, highlighting the joy of participating in a school carnival costume contest. Despite not winning first prize, the experience teaches a valuable lesson on humility and good sportsmanship, as shared by a parent.

Additionally, the newsletter includes announcements regarding office hours, a board meeting, and available services such as notary assistance, committee meetings, and safety vests for sale. Members are reminded about school being back in session with a plea for cautious driving in residential areas. There is also information on SHHA membership benefits, tram passes, and the delivery of new trash and recycle bins. Residents are encouraged to participate in membership benefits and to utilize the services offered effectively. The newsletter culminates with statistics from the Sandia Heights Security Patrol and an article on the real estate market in Sandia Heights, showcasing a long-term resident and realtor's success in selling homes in the area. Keywords: Halloween, costume contest, humility, school carnival, membership benefits, tram passes, trash and recycle bins, security patrol statistics, real estate market.

The newsletter discusses updates on wastewater issues in Sandia Heights, where a motion to amend the Bernalillo County Waste Water Ordinance was withdrawn due to the need for additional data and information. As a result, routine five-year septic system inspections will not be mandatory, but advanced systems may be required for specific hydrogeological conditions. Homeowners are advised to understand the County ordinance to determine the necessity of advanced systems and the responsibility of maintaining a functional wastewater system to avoid groundwater pollution. Additionally, the newsletter reminds residents to take precautions to prevent residential burglaries by implementing safety measures such as using motion lights, keeping doors locked, and not leaving spare keys outside.

Keywords: County ordinance, advanced systems, Bernalillo County Commission, homeowner responsibilities, wastewater issues, ordinance understanding., residential burglaries, preventing burglary, septic system inspections, hydrogeological conditions, Sandia Heights residents, groundwater pollution prevention, safety measures