GRIT Issues

February 2024

The February 2024 newsletter highlighted various upcoming changes and events for Sandia Heights residents. The newsletter featured information about the Annual Meeting, including the agenda, a call for questions, and discussions on topics such as universal membership, damage assessments, bylaws upda...

January 2024

The January 2024 newsletter of the Sandia Heights Homeowners Association contains various updates and announcements. It includes details about the upcoming annual SHHA meeting in February, where they will review 2023 activities and hold elections. There is also a call for a new editor for the GRIT p...

December 2023

The December 2023 newsletter of the Sandia Heights Homeowners Association addresses various important issues. It discusses the unique approach of SHHA as a non-profit homeowners association, managed by volunteer residents, with low dues and a focus on community well-being over profit. The newsletter...

November 2023

The newsletter from November 2023 delves into various interesting topics. One section explores the geological phenomenon known as the Great Unconformity, highlighting its presence in the Sandia Mountains and its differences from the Grand Canyon's unconformity. Additionally, the newsletter features...

October 2023

Changes in volunteer & paid staff include Phil Krehbiel leading the Architectural Control Committee, Arthur Romero heading the Covenant Support Committee, and Kevin Lloyd taking over as GRIT editor. The newsletter also addresses the issue of dogs roaming unrestrained in Sandia Heights, highlighting...

September 2023

The September 2023 newsletter from Sandia Heights covers various topics such as bidding farewell to Angela Moreno, the departing office administrator at SHHA who is moving to a new position, and a detailed account of living harmoniously with bears in the area to prevent conflict and endangerment of...

August 2023

Elena Gallegos Open Space in Sandia Heights is saved from development, thanks to a permanent injunction agreed upon by the City, protecting the area from further construction and preserving its wilderness. Sandia Heights residents score a victory in the legal battle, with recognition for the efforts...

July 2023

The July 2023 newsletter of Sandia Heights Homeowners Association features updates on the SHHA website, now redesigned for better accessibility across various devices. The Covenant Support Committee details a recent court case resolution regarding Airbnb room rentals and emphasizes enforcement again...

June 2023

The June 2023 newsletter from Sandia Heights Homeowners Association addresses the emerging "death of volunteerism" affecting non-profit community organizations, including SHHA. Despite having enough Board members to meet the minimum requirement, there is a call for more volunteers to sustain the org...

May 2023

The May 2023 newsletter from Sandia Heights Homeowners Association (SHHA) features updates on new personnel like Lead Administrator Trish. An emphasis is placed on recruiting new Board of Director members to ensure the community's continued growth and service. It discusses the importance of adhering...

April 2023

The April 2023 newsletter begins with the announcement of Betsy Rodriguez's resignation after 15 years of service as the Lead Administrator at the SHHA office. The newsletter also discusses the early occurrence of brush fires in the area and encourages residents to be cautious to prevent potential c...

March 2023

The March 2023 newsletter provides a detailed account of the 2023 Annual Meeting of the Sandia Heights Homeowners Association, which was held in person after three years. Various reports were shared, including updates on the Board of Directors, committee chairs, and upcoming water utility upgrades....

February 2023

The February 2023 newsletter from the Sandia Heights Homeowners Association announces the upcoming Annual Meeting scheduled for February 25th at the Church of the Good Shepherd. The meeting agenda includes various reports, the election of new Directors to the Board, and a session on wildfire risk re...

January 2023

The January 2023 newsletter from Sandia Heights Homeowners Association announces the upcoming 2023 annual meeting, detailing the agenda which includes the introduction of board members, election processes, and reports from the previous year. A member of the Community Service & Membership Committee e...

December 2022

The December 2022 newsletter from Sandia Heights Homeowners Association announces the upcoming annual meeting in February, highlighting the addition of new candidates for the SHHA Board of Directors with biographies provided in the issue. The newsletter also addresses the need for financial adjustme...

November 2022

The November 2022 newsletter from Sandia Heights Homeowners Association discusses the history and importance of SHHA in preserving the environment and community quality in Sandia Heights. It emphasizes the need for board and committee volunteers to continue protecting the area's unique environment a...

October 2022

The October 2022 newsletter from Sandia Heights Homeowners Association (SHHA) highlights the urgent need for new board members as several directors' terms are expiring soon, risking a drop below the required number for conducting business. The Board invites SHHA members to consider joining by meetin...

September 2022

The September 2022 newsletter of Sandia Heights Homeowners Association discusses the urgent need for new board members as several terms are expiring soon, emphasizing the eligibility requirements and responsibilities of serving on the Board of Directors. The newsletter invites interested members to...

August 2022

Notary services at the SHHA office will now be available by appointment only on select weekdays to ensure efficient processing, especially for multiple or more complex documents. Residents are encouraged to schedule appointments in advance to accommodate necessary time and witness arrangements. Addi...

July 2022

The July 2022 newsletter begins with a reminder about the unprecedented fire season and the closure of the Sandia Mountain Ranger District until mid-July due to the high fire risk. It emphasizes the importance of fire safety, discouraging the use of fireworks and providing guidance on outdoor activi...