December 2016
Captain Kingsbury of the Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office addressed a crowd of nearly 80 attendees during the "Meet and Greet" event held at the Church of the Good Shepherd. Discussion primarily focused on security concerns in Sandia Heights, including the importance of community vigilance in ensu...
Articles
Sandia Homeowners Backyard Ski Area
Burt O'Neil
Burt O'Neil
Covenant Support Committee (CSC) Needs Volunteers
CSC
CSC
Meet and Greet Success Continues with Captain Kingsbury
Editor
Editor
Fall Green Waste Collection
Editor
Editor
Holiday Lighting and Parking
Dick Wavrik
Dick Wavrik
Mail Theft
Editor
Editor
Security Reminder
Editor
Editor
Snow Removal
Editor
Editor
A Letter from Your Vice President - Bob Bower
Bob Bower
Bob Bower
November 2016
The November 2016 newsletter covers various topics of interest to Sandia Heights residents. It introduces new board members, provides tips on maintaining heat pumps efficiently, reminds residents of the approaching deadline for the 2017 SHHA Resident Directory updates, and emphasizes the importance...
Articles
Special Use Permits and the ACC
Bob Bower
Bob Bower
Volunteers Needed!
C&P
C&P
Covenant Support Committee (CSC) Needs Volunteers
CSC
CSC
A Tale of Two Covenants
Dick Wavrik
Dick Wavrik
If You Are a Responsible Home Owner, Do Not Read
Dick Wavrik
Dick Wavrik
Bernalillo County Ordinance Regarding Animals
E&S
E&S
Roadside Mowing - Before Winter
E&S
E&S
Heat Pump Tips
ACC
ACC
Rental Property
CSC
CSC
Balloon Fiesta is Gone… and the RVs Should Be Gone
CSC
CSC
Welcome New Board Members
Editor
Editor
October 2016
The October 2016 newsletter featured an announcement of a "Meet and Greet" event with the Bernalillo County Sheriff's Department to discuss safety resources for Sandia Heights residents. Additionally, a fall bear alert was issued to remind residents to be vigilant about securing garbage and pet food...
Articles
Street Right of Way Maintenance
Editor
Editor
Volunteers Needed!
C&P
C&P
Fourth of July Canyon Visit
Editor
Editor
Covenant Support Committee (CSC)
Dick Wavrik
Dick Wavrik
Don't Let Your Water Pipes Freeze!
Bob Bower
Bob Bower
Contractor Evaluations
SHHA
SHHA
Halloween Trick or Treat Reminder
E&S
E&S
SHHA Security Alert
SHHA
SHHA
Second Meet and Greet with Bernalillo County Sheriff's…
Editor
Editor
Trash and Recycle Bins
CSC
CSC
Fall Bear Alert
E&S
E&S
September 2016
The September 2016 newsletter from Sandia Heights covers several important topics for residents. It addresses the issue of homeowners renting out rooms, emphasizing that it is a zoning violation in a residential area and goes against the community's covenants. The newsletter also provides a list of...
Articles
Update on PNM's Rate Hike Request
Bob Bower
Bob Bower
Why Doesn't the CSC Do Anything with My Complaint?
Dick Wavrik
Dick Wavrik
Walking Dogs Along the Domingo Baca Arroyo
Editor
Editor
SHHA Sewers - 4 Things Not to Put Down the Drain
ACC
ACC
Dead Trees - Parks & Safety Committee
E&S
E&S
Day Tour - Tijeras Pueblo and Turquoise Trail
Editor
Editor
A Little Goes a Long Way
CSC
CSC
The Empty Nest - Rooms for Rent
CSC
CSC
Back to School Safety Checklist
Editor
Editor
August 2016
The August 2016 newsletter contains important information regarding emergency and non-emergency upgrades to residents' residences, outlined by the Architectural Control Committee. It emphasizes the necessity of obtaining ACC approval for projects like roof replacements, restuccoing, and other extern...
Articles
Parks and Safety Committee
George Connor
George Connor
Light Pollution
CSC
CSC
Emergency and Non-Emergency Upgrades to Your Residence
Bob Bower
Bob Bower
Home Security When Traveling
Editor
Editor
Snakes and You
Dave Mottle
Dave Mottle
July 2016
Residents of Sandia Heights met with Bernalillo County Sheriff Dunlap to discuss neighborhood safety, with a focus on using online platforms like Nextdoor for crime reporting and community engagement. Additionally, the County Commission approved industrial revenue bonds for a new dining establishmen...
Articles
Storm Drains on County Easements and Streets
Dave Mottle
Dave Mottle
Bernalillo Road Maintenance Services
Editor
Editor
BernCo Commission Adopts Peak Dining and Sandia Peak Ski…
Editor
Editor
Meet and Greet with BernCo Sheriff Dunlap a Success
Editor
Editor
What's Cool in July
Editor
Editor
Walking and Cycling on the Tramway Blvd. Bike Path
Anne Manning
Anne Manning
Good News About Solar Panels
Odile de la Beaujardiere
Odile de la Beaujardiere
Be Bear Aware
Editor
Editor
June 2016
Residents of Sandia Heights now have a new dirt trail connecting Tramway Blvd to Jackson Park, eliminating the need to use Cedar Hill road. The completion of this trail by Bernalillo County provides easier access for various activities such as walking, dirt biking, strolling with strollers, and whee...
Articles
Volunteers Needed!
C&P
C&P
Mhoon/Hawks Landing Update
Editor
Editor
You, the SHHA , Covenant Enforcement, and Anonymous Complaints
CSC
CSC
Barking Dogs - CSC or BernCo?
CSC
CSC
SHHA Wants Your Thoughts on GRIT Online vs. Printed
Cindy Mottle
Cindy Mottle
Tips for Your Home Remodeling Projects
Bob Bower
Bob Bower
Sandia Heights Services Water Conservation Tips
Editor
Editor
Don’t Squash This Bug!
Editor
Editor
May 2016
A meeting with the Bernalillo County Sheriff's Department is scheduled for residents to discuss increased patrols and safety resources for Sandia Heights. As fire danger increases, residents are reminded of safety procedures and tips to report fires effectively. Measures to protect the bear populati...
Articles
Volunteers Needed!
C&P
C&P
Hawks Landing Development Update
Editor
Editor
CSC Needs Volunteers
CSC
CSC
Fire Weather Warning
Editor
Editor
Choosing Your Contractor
Bob Bower
Bob Bower
Covenant Support Committee
CSC
CSC
Pedestrian Safety Reminders
E&S
E&S
How to Stop the Door-to-Door Sales People
Editor
Editor
SHHA Secretary Report
George Connor
George Connor
Keep Bears Wild
Dave Mottle
Dave Mottle
April 2016
The April 2016 newsletter of Sandia Heights Homeowners Association features updates on community developments. Firstly, construction has begun to create a quicker access road to Paseo del Norte for Fire Station #35, aiming to improve emergency response times. Secondly, the newsletter highlights the...
Articles
A Refresher on the ACC's Neighborhood Review Process
Bob Bower
Bob Bower
Kudos to John Betak
Joe Pappe
Joe Pappe
Communications & Publication Committee
C&P
C&P
Travel Trends for 2016
Editor
Editor
Construction Started to Provide Quicker Access to Paseo for Fire Station #35
Editor
Editor
Landscaping and Home Maintenance from the CSC
Josephine Porter
Josephine Porter
ABQ Film Shows Dangers of Local Cycling
Editor
Editor
SHHA Secretary Report
George Connor
George Connor
March 2016
The newsletter from March 2016 discusses various updates and reports from the Sandia Heights community. A significant focus is on the Mhoon Property development, including details on zoning changes, settlement agreements, and the proposed housing plan. Additionally, reports from different committees...
Articles
SHHA 2016 Annual Meeting Officer and Committee Reports
SHHA
SHHA
Sandia Homeowners Backyard Ski Area
Editor
Editor
BernCo and SHS Report Increase in Mail Theft
Editor
Editor
Bow Hunting in Cibola
Editor
Editor
February 2016
The newsletter highlights the recent selection of officers for the 2016-2017 operational year and the upcoming Annual Meeting agenda. It includes details on the conduct procedures for both the Annual Meeting and Town Hall, emphasizing the need for active participation and communication. Another sign...
Articles
To Plow or Not to Plow? Tramway and Snow/Ice
Cindy Mottle
Cindy Mottle
Communications and Publications - What Does It Do?
Cindy Mottle
Cindy Mottle
Covenant Violation
CSC
CSC
Responding to Emergency Situations
Bob Bower
Bob Bower
Mail Theft
Editor
Editor
Update on the County's Drag Racing Issue
Editor
Editor
SHHA Annual Meeting
Editor
Editor
Trash and Recycle Bins
CSC
CSC
January 2016
The January 2016 newsletter for Sandia Heights residents covers various important updates. It includes information about the recent officer elections, upcoming Annual Meeting conduct procedures, details on the SHHA Membership Cards and benefits, a reminder about mail theft prevention measures, guida...
Articles
Snow Removal
Editor
Editor
SHHA Homeowner Members Can Log Onto the SHHA Website
Editor
Editor
Covenant Violation
CSC
CSC
Sandia Heights Recycling Update
Editor
Editor
What to Do with That Christmas Tree?
Editor
Editor
SHHA Wants Your Thoughts on GRIT Publication Schedule!
Editor
Editor
Mail Theft
Editor
Editor
New Board Candidates Biographies
Editor
Editor
SHHA Annual Meeting
Editor
Editor
Trash and Recycle Bins
CSC
CSC
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