GRIT Newsletter: September 2011

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The September 2011 newsletter announces the closure of the Four Seasons Pool on September 15 and the availability of free swim and tennis passes for Association members, families, and guests. The President's Message emphasizes safety around school bus stops, highlights the importance of planting in fall, and addresses noise complaints about outdoor concerts in Sandia Heights. Rental property owners are reminded that renters can enjoy SHHA benefits if the property owner maintains membership, and volunteers are encouraged to join the Board of Directors and committees. A special SHHA Meet 'N' Greet event featuring Dr. Richard E. Peck is announced, along with details on tram passes, an upcoming coffeehouse concert, and member benefits such as office services and discounted safety vests.

The newsletter provides guidance on selecting harmonious colors for structures in the community, advising residents to check with the SHHA office for approved color lists to avoid potential disapproval. It also highlights various projects recently approved by the Architectural Control Committee (ACC), ranging from awnings and stucco repairs to landscaping and wall installations. Additionally, the newsletter addresses the issue of gnats in Sandia Heights, recommending environmentally safe cedar-based insect repellents as a solution to the gnat problem. Dog owners are reminded of the ordinance prohibiting animals from running at large in public areas within the County, emphasizing the importance of responsible pet ownership.

Keywords: safety, approved projects, Sandia Heights Art Tour., Four Seasons Pool, Architectural Control Committee, Dr. Richard E. Peck, gnat problem, tram passes, SHHA Meet 'N' Greet, rental property, dog ordinance, coffeehouse concert, bear awareness, community events, photo contest, member benefits, outdoor concerts, swim and tennis passes, volunteers, SHHA Merchant Benefits Program., color selection, responsible pet ownership, SHHA benefits, fall planting, cedar-based insect repellents