Bus Transportation to PNM Hearing January 27, 2026
Bus Transportation to County Commission Appeals Hearing-January 27, 2026
Bus transportation will be provided to the County Commission Appeals Hearing on January 27, 2026. First come first served up to 50 seats.
Date: January 27, 2026
Pick up time: 11:30 am (the hearing starts at 1pm)
Location: Sandia Heights Homeowners Association office parking lot
Please park at the North end of the parking lot, leaving ample space for other offices in the center. You are welcome to tip the driver upon return, if you would like.
RSVP link is below:
Office closed January 9, 2026
SHHA office will be closed today, January 9, 2026
The SHHA office will be closed today, January 9, 2026.
Trish will be answering phone calls and responding to emails from 9-12.
Have a great weekend!
Bernalillo County Public Art Project in District 5
Bernalillo County Public Art Project in District 5
Dear Bernalillo County District 5 Neighbors,
Bernalillo County is committed to enhancing public spaces with meaningful, community-based art. We are excited to announce that five new medium-scale sculptures are planned for installation in 2026 as part of Phase III of the Outposts Public Art Project, with two locations along the Tramway Blvd multi-use trail near Manitoba and three along N14 in Cedar Crest.
In 2024, the County gathered community feedback on Phase III of the project, receiving more than 150 survey responses. This input helped guide the Bernalillo County Arts Board in finalizing the project scope and in selecting the final artworks, which are currently in fabrication by the five selected artists.
The overall goal of the Outposts Project is to install five outdoor sculptures in each district of the county, for a total of twenty-five sculptures. The sculptures will create a “public art trail” that celebrates the diversity of cultures and landscapes found in Bernalillo County. Phases I and II were installed on 2nd Street along the Alameda Drain Trail.
These new sculptures will help fulfill our mission to bring added vibrancy, creativity, and increased accessibility to the visual arts to all districts of the county. We look forward to celebrating these installations with you in 2026 and will share updates as the project progresses.
Please feel free to reach out with any questions.
Kind regards,
Kent Swanson (he/him)
Public Art Project Coordinator
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BernCo Cultural Affairs & Marketing
415 Silver SW 5th Floor Albuquerque, NM 87102
CELL: 505.350.0144
EMAIL: kswanson@bernco.gov
January GRIT 2026 Ready for Viewing
January GRIT 2026 Ready for Viewing
Inside This Issue of The GRIT
Updates on SHHA’s efforts related to PNM’s proposed transmission lines, including next steps and upcoming hearings
Highlights from recent Board activity, including bylaws review, committee appointments, and financial updates
A look ahead to the upcoming February Annual Meeting
Submitting content to The GRIT is now easier than ever! We’ve launched a new online submission site where residents and volunteers can share events, announcements, short updates, stories, photos, and other neighborhood news — all in one place. The GRIT is now accepting submissions online at https://sandiaheightsgrit.app
PNM - Urgent Action Needed
Urgent Action Needed: Stop the PNM Project
The fight to protect our community continues. We need a massive surge of emails and a strong presence at the upcoming hearing to show our opposition.
1. Send an Email by Thursday, January 8, 2026 (3:00 PM)
- Email Karen Iverson at kiverson@bernco.gov and include these key points:
- State your clear opposition to the PNM applications for the electric substation on Paseo and transmission lines down Tramway.
- State your support for the SHHA appeal regarding the Bernalillo County Planning Commission’s recommendation.
2. Spread the Word
- "Bombard" the inbox: We need volume to make our voices heard.
3. Attend the County Commission Hearing
- When: Tuesday, January 27, 2025 @ 1:00 PM
- Where: 415 Silver Ave SW
- Why? A large turnout is the most effective way to demonstrate the strength of our community's opposition directly to the Commissioners.
PNM - Urgent Action Needed
Urgent Action Needed: Stop the PNM Project
The fight to protect our community continues. We need a massive surge of emails and a strong presence at the upcoming hearing to show our opposition.
1. Send an Email by Thursday, January 8, 2026 (3:00 PM)
- Email Karen Iverson at kiverson@bernco.gov and include these key points:
- State your clear opposition to the PNM applications for the electric substation on Paseo and transmission lines down Tramway.
- State your support for the SHHA appeal regarding the Bernalillo County Planning Commission’s recommendation.
2. Spread the Word
- "Bombard" the inbox: We need volume to make our voices heard.
3. Attend the County Commission Hearing
- When: Tuesday, January 27, 2025 @ 1:00 PM
- Where: 415 Silver Ave SW
- Why? A large turnout is the most effective way to demonstrate the strength of our community's opposition directly to the Commissioners.
SHHA office holiday closure reminder and Tram ticket price increase for 2026
SHHA office closure reminder and Tram ticket price increase for 2026
This is a friendly reminder that the SHHA office will be closed for the holidays from Wednesday, December 24, at noon through Thursday, January 1, 2026. The office will reopen on Friday, January 2, 2026, from 9am to noon.
If you’re planning to host family or friends over the holidays and want Sandia Peak Tramway tickets, please purchase them before the office closes.
Last day to purchase tickets: Wednesday, December 24, 2025, at noon.
Current SHHA price: $10 per ticket.
New price starting January 2026: $13 per ticket
Regular Tram price: $34 per ticket
We don’t want anyone to be disappointed, so please plan ahead and stop by the office early. You can check availability on our website at Tram Pass Availability | Sandia Heights Homeowners Association
Warm holiday wishes to you and your loved ones,
Sandia Heights Homeowners Association
Appeal Process Initiated for PNM Planning Commission Recommendation
Appeal Process Initiated for PNM Planning Commission Recommendation (ACTION REQUIRED BY DECEMBER 31, 2025)
I am writing to provide a significant update regarding the recent Bernalillo County (BernCo) Planning Commission's recommendation to the Board of County Commissioners to approve the PNM application.
I was recently contacted by Nick Hamm, the Director of BernCo Planning. He advised that, due to the outpouring of public interest in the Planning Commission's decision, BernCo has decided to implement an appeal process for this recommendation.
This appeal process offers a critical opportunity for our community to formally challenge the recommendation before it reaches the County Commissioners for a final decision.
Key Information & Next Steps
Action: BernCo will allow for an appeal of the Planning Commission's recommendation to approve the PNM application.
Documentation: Letters of instruction for initiating this appeal are currently being prepared.
Deadline: The deadline for filing the necessary appeal documentation will be December 31, 2025.
I will continue to monitor the situation and share the letters of instruction upon receiving them. Given the strict December 31st deadline, we must be prepared to act once the instructions are available.
Please be on alert for a follow-up email from me containing the necessary documentation and a plan for preparing our appeal.
Regards,