GRIT Issues

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December 2018

The December 2018 newsletter from Sandia Heights covers various topics, including the upcoming SHHA Annual Meeting, snow removal procedures, introduction of officers, board members, committee chairs, and office staff. Other articles include a survey on social media presence, holiday safety reminders...
Some Ways to Give Back
Editor
Small Wins, but Big Improvements
Hugh Prather
Tramway in Days Gone By
Susan McCasland
Don't Let Your Water Pipes Freeze!
Bob Bower
Living with Our Arroyos
Bob Bower
Holiday Lighting & Parking Reminder
CSC
Trash Cans
CSC
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November 2018

The newsletter discusses the upcoming expiration of several Board of Director positions in 2019, emphasizing the need for new members committed to the Sandia Heights community. It highlights the importance of diverse perspectives to serve the community's evolving demographics, particularly welcoming...
Wildfire Risk Reduction Project
David Crossley
Goatscaping
Editor
Sandia Heights Reminiscences
Robert Trucksa
Our Backyard Antenna Farm
Susan McCasland
Pay It Forward
Hugh Prather
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October 2018

A new service provided by the Sandia Heights Homeowners Association is the availability of Voter Registration at the SHHA office, allowing members to conveniently register with the help of trained staff without needing to visit the county clerk's office. Another article addresses the issue of long-t...
New Neighbors Soon
C&P
Sandia Heights' Beautiful, Dark Skies
Susan McCasland
Wildfire Preparedness: The "Go Bag"
SHHA
Friendly Reminder About RVs
CSC
Kudos and Thanks!
Jan Randall
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September 2018

The September 2018 newsletter covers various important topics for Sandia Heights residents. It emphasizes the upcoming November General Election and provides detailed instructions for voter registration. Additionally, the newsletter highlights the importance of choosing licensed and insured contract...
BernCo Code for Prohibited Uses in a Single-Family Residential Zone
Bob Bower
Keep Sandia Heights Looking Good
Editor
Herbs - Fragrant, Tasty & Beautiful
Editor
Stables Changing a Lot More Than Its Name (Reprint from Sep. 1979)
Editor
Choosing Your Contractor
Bob Bower
Shadow Knows
Editor
Tramway Trash Cleanup
C&P
Please Do Not Feed Wildlife
Editor
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August 2018

The newsletter covers important safety guidelines for children returning to school, including walking, biking, and taking the bus safely. It also emphasizes preventive measures to avoid injuries at school, such as selecting ergonomic backpacks and using playgrounds with soft surfaces. Additionally,...
Community Survey Is Very Positive!
Stephen S. Baca
Being a Good Neighbor, Dogs & Cats Edition
CSC
Tramway Trash Cleanup
Editor
Sign of the Times
Editor
Third Nearby Wildfire of the Summer
Editor
Wildfire Preparedness, How to Protect Your Property
Suzanne Schneider
Use Care Choosing Locksmiths
Bob Bower
Back-to-School Safety Checklist
E&S
Sandia Heights Community Event - Tramway Trash Cleanup
Editor
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July 2018

A wildfire in the High Desert area on May 15, 2018, came dangerously close to Sandia Heights, burning acres of open space and causing damage to homes. The incident served as a wake-up call, emphasizing the need for residents to be aware of weather conditions, watch for smoke and flames, and understa...
Storm Drains on County Easements and Streets
Bob Bower
BernCo Commission Further Restricts Fireworks
Editor
Notes from the Sandia Heights Volunteer Fire Dep. (Reprint from May 1983)
Editor
Close Call for Sandia Heights - Wildfire in High Desert
Keith Julian
Wildfire Preparedness - An Overview
Suzanne Schneider
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June 2018

The newsletter covers various important topics. First, it addresses water conservation and restrictions in Bernalillo County, emphasizing the limitations on outdoor watering with sprinklers between certain hours and encouraging practices like composting, rainwater collection, and using high-efficien...
Water Conservation & Restrictions
Editor
Community Services & Membership Committee Survey Coming
Hugh Prather
Dead Tree Cutting & Removal
E&S
Fireworks Are Prohibited in Sandia Heights
SHHA
GRIT in Living Color
Susan McCasland
Sandia Heights Lighting
CSC
Tips on Draining Swimming Pools, Etc.
Bob Bower
Summer Is Here
CSC
Keep Bears Wild and Co-Existing with Sandia Heights Wildlife
Editor
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May 2018

The Sandia Heights Homeowners Association emphasizes the importance of identifying and serving the evolving needs of the community in the new term. Efforts are underway to understand these needs through break-out sessions, a resident survey, and community service initiatives. Particularly, a focus i...
An Additional Call for Volunteers
Susan McCasland
Open Burning Ban for Unincorporated Bernalillo County
BernCo
An Evacuation Plan for Sandia Heights - Looking for Volunteers!
Bob Bower
Are We Ready for the Conflagration?
Keith Julian
Speeding in Sandia Heights - An Object Lesson
Susan McCasland
Message from the President
Woody Farber
Sandia Heights Community Event - Tramway Trash Cleanup
E&S
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April 2018

Increase security in your neighborhood by forming a Neighborhood Watch program, which can be established on a block-by-block basis or within a specific unit like Sandia Heights. The program, in partnership with the Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office, aims to help residents organize to reduce and eli...
File a Bernalillo County Complaint Online, by Phone, or In-Person
Editor
Drones: An Update
Bob Thomas
Wildfire Preparedness
Bob Bower
You Can Increase Security in Your Neighborhood by Forming…
Editor
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March 2018

The Sandia Heights Homeowners Association (SHHA) newsletter from March 2018 provides a detailed account of the outgoing President's contributions, office security upgrades, and recruitment efforts for new board and committee members by Joe Pappe. It also includes annual reports from various committe...
Annual Reports 2018
SHHA
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February 2018

The Sandia Heights Homeowners Association's February 2018 newsletter emphasizes the importance of reviewing written reports prior to the Annual Association meeting, with a focus on preparing questions to facilitate efficient handling of business matters. The newsletter also addresses community upkee...
2018 SHHA Annual Meeting
SHHA
White Roofs in Sandia Heights
Bob Bower
Emergency Road and Winter Operation Procedures for 2018
BernCo
Sandia Peak Tramway Pass Procedure for SHHA Homeowner Members
Editor
CSC Covenant Reminder
Ruth Haas
Looking Good, Sandia Heights!
Editor
GRIT Needs More Community Specific Information
Editor
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January 2018

The January 2018 newsletter covers a variety of topics, including the announcement of the 2018 SHHA Annual Meeting with a non-traditional approach, a tribute to Martin Luther King Jr., an overview of CSC legal actions and violations, a call for preparedness for emergencies, a guide on making Biscoch...
Summary of ACC Articles Published in 2017
Bob Bower
Start the New Year with a New Mexico Recipe Tradition
Editor
CSC Legal Action
Judy Chreist
Not Your Father's SHHA Annual Meeting
SHHA
Trash Cans
Editor

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Contact

  • Phone: (505) 797-7793
  • Fax: (505) 856-8544
  • Email: shha@sandiahomeowners.org
  • Address: 12700 San Rafael NE #3
    Albuquerque, NM 87122

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