December 2024
With the end of the year approaching, the December GRIT featured articles reminiscing about Sandia Heights’ past. Ann List authored an article describing the Christmas celebrations of years gone by, including a mother-daughter brunch, house-to-house Christmas caroling, and a neighborhood progressive...
                
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                Message from the President, December 2024
Jim Stewart
        Jim Stewart
                An Old-timer's Memories of December Holiday Traditions
Ann B. List
        Ann B. List
                And That's the Way It Was
Editor
        Editor
                The Lone Ranger (Station)
Stan Davis
        Stan Davis
                The More Things Change, the More They Stay the Same
IT Committee
        IT Committee
                The GRIT: Guiding Residents, Inspring Togetherness
Editor
        Editor
                Evolutions of a Mountain (Logo)
C&P
        C&P
                Surviving the Zombie Apocalypse in Sandia Heights
Merrilea Mayo
        Merrilea Mayo
                Time Again for Tramway Trash Pickup
E&S
        E&S
        November 2024
November’s GRIT bore welcome news from President Jim Stewart and the Board, in the form of a dues holiday announced for November and December. The President’s letter also updated residents on the Sheriff Dept.’s recent efforts to monitor traffic on Big Horn Ridge Road, due to neighborhood concerns a...
                
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                Message from the President, November 2024
Jim Stewart
        Jim Stewart
                A Sunday for Sundaes
Claudia Mitchell
        Claudia Mitchell
                Trees-of-Heaven - Not so Heavenly
Stan Davis
        Stan Davis
                Look Out for our Children!
Claudia Mitchell
        Claudia Mitchell
                The Artist Next Door
Claudia Mitchell
        Claudia Mitchell
                Fall Colors We Loved - A Photo Essay
Stan Davis
        Stan Davis
                The GRIT Online - Search and Rescue!
Stan Davis
        Stan Davis
October 2024
In the October 2024 issue of the GRIT, the SHHA President issued a call for new Board members, as well as a reminder that leaving food outside – whether in trash or containers – was a danger to bears, as they would likely have to be trapped and euthanized. The latter message was also mirrored in an...
                
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                Thanks from the Sandia Heights Artists
Claudia Mitchell
        Claudia Mitchell
                2025 Directory Cover Photo Contest Deadline, November 8
C&P
        C&P
                Spotlight on Casa Angelica Support from Sandia Heights Resident
Claudia Mitchell
        Claudia Mitchell
                Hear Ye! Hear Ye! Entire GRIT Archive Is Now Online
Susan McCasland
        Susan McCasland
                In Memory of Wade Jackson and His Legacy to Elena Gallegos
Katrina Sanchez
        Katrina Sanchez
                How'd That Get There? Part 2
Stan Davis
        Stan Davis
                Progress Being Made: Speed Enforcement Camera Proposed for Tramway
Claudia Mitchell
        Claudia Mitchell
                SHHA Bylaws Under Review
Elizabeth Edgren
        Elizabeth Edgren
                Message from the President, October 2024
Jim Stewart
        Jim Stewart
                Let's Protect Our Momma Bear and Her Three Cubs
Editor
        Editor
        September 2024
The September 2024 edition of The GRIT highlights key community updates from President Jim Stewart, including discussions with Sheriff John Allen about noise issues on Tramway Blvd and efforts by the Environment and Safety Committee to improve fire evacuation plans for residents with limited mobilit...
                
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                Sandia Heights Artists Tour: September 7 & 8 Enthusiasm and Hard Work
Claudia Mitchell
        Claudia Mitchell
                The Poet Next Door
Claudia Mitchell
        Claudia Mitchell
                2025 Directory Cover Photo Contest
C&P
        C&P
                2nd Annual Neighborhood Afternoon Out and Ice Cream Social
Community Service & Membership
        Community Service & Membership
                Committees Are Continuing Their Call: "Help!"
Editor
        Editor
                How'd That Get There? Part 1
Stan Davis
        Stan Davis
                Message from the President, September 2024
Jim Stewart
        Jim Stewart
                Rodent Poison Does Not Discriminate Between the Unloved and Loved
Editor
        Editor
        August 2024
The August 2024 newsletter from Sandia Heights features various committee updates and community events. The Covenant Support Committee led by Art Romero is commended for diligently handling complaints, while Elizabeth Edgren's Community Service and Membership Committee is praised for organizing a su...
                
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                Preview Exhibit Kicks Off Sandia Heights Artists' 21st Tour
Claudia Mitchell
        Claudia Mitchell
                Sandia Heights Youth Spotlight: Aspiring Eagle Scout
Claudia Mitchell
        Claudia Mitchell
                Communication of Publication Committee Needs Help!
Editor
        Editor
                Success in Shreds? - Thanks to Your Dues!
Editor
        Editor
                Message from Your Dog
Editor
        Editor
                Have You Heard of the Sherds? Part 2
Stan Davis
        Stan Davis
                E-Bikes and Micromobility Devices Allowed in Open Space to Be Discussed…
Kathleen McCaughey
        Kathleen McCaughey
                Message from the President, August 2024
Jim Stewart
        Jim Stewart
                Do We Have Nightlife in Sandia Heights? You Bet!
C&P
        C&P
        July 2024
Unit numbers for various roles within the community organization are listed, including officers, board members, and committee chairs. The President's message in the July 2024 newsletter encourages active participation in committees and highlights community efforts in cleaning up Tramway Boulevard. A...
                
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                Get to Know Your SHHA Office Staff
Claudia Mitchell
        Claudia Mitchell
                Photo Contest
Editor
        Editor
                Movies in Our Backyard
Merrilea Mayo
        Merrilea Mayo
                Have You Heard of the Sherds? Part 1
Stan Davis
        Stan Davis
                Message from the President, July 2024
Jim Stewart
        Jim Stewart
        June 2024
The newsletter for June 2024 from the Sandia Heights Homeowners Association covers various updates and events in the community. There is a discussion about universal membership, potential covenant amendments, and efforts to recognize long-serving board and committee members. The issue emphasizes saf...
                
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                Artist Next Door
Claudia Mitchell
        Claudia Mitchell
                Be a Trail User, Not a Private Property Abuser
Anonymous
        Anonymous
                Shredding Event Saturday, June 29th
Community Service & Membership
        Community Service & Membership
                Trash Collection Help for Those with Disabilities
Community Service & Membership
        Community Service & Membership
                Historical Highlight: The Story Behind an Iconic Photograph
Claudia Mitchell
        Claudia Mitchell
                By Hands Unknown
Stan Davis
        Stan Davis
                It's Beautiful Out There, But Be Safe: Walk on the Left Side of the Road
Anonymous
        Anonymous
                Message from the President, June 2024
Jim Stewart
        Jim Stewart
        May 2024
The May 2024 newsletter from Sandia Heights Homeowners Association covers various updates and initiatives. The President discusses the ongoing consideration of universal membership and efforts to incorporate neighbor feedback. New board members, notably younger individuals, have been welcomed to the...
                
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                Scoop on Gravel
ACC
        ACC
                Artist Next Door
Claudia Mitchell
        Claudia Mitchell
                Be an Affiliate Member of Sandia Heights Artists
Mara Malnekoff
        Mara Malnekoff
                Are You Represented on the SHHA Board of Directors?
Elizabeth Edgren
        Elizabeth Edgren
                Respectful Request to Dog Owners/Walkers
Claudia Mitchell
        Claudia Mitchell
                Little Cloud Park
Kathleen McCaughey
        Kathleen McCaughey
                Tramway Trash Pickup Scheduled This Month
Kathleen McCaughey
        Kathleen McCaughey
                Jurassic-Triassic Park
Stan Davis
        Stan Davis
                Tumbleweed Alert!
Claudia Mitchell
        Claudia Mitchell
                Message from the President, May 2024
Jim Stewart
        Jim Stewart
                Isn't He Cute?
E&S
        E&S
        April 2024
The April 2024 newsletter from Sandia Heights Homeowners Association features an introduction from the new president, Jim Stewart, who discusses his background, involvement in different committees, and commitment to improving communication with residents. The issue also includes an informative piece...
                
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                Artist Next Door
Claudia Mitchell
        Claudia Mitchell
                Spring Winds Bring Heightened Wildfire Danger
Cheryl Wieker
        Cheryl Wieker
                Household Radon Mitigation
Stan Davis
        Stan Davis
                Message from the President, April 2024
Jim Stewart
        Jim Stewart
                Solar Electric System Do's and Don'ts
Bob Bower
        Bob Bower
                Trash Pickup in May
Kathleen McCaughey
        Kathleen McCaughey
                Hidden Birds
Elizabeth Edgren
        Elizabeth Edgren
        March 2024
The March 2024 issue of The GRIT from Sandia Heights Homeowners Association features the 2024 Annual Meeting Reports of Officers, detailing the President's farewell after 3 years of service, updates on membership and property units, and the involvement of various committees such as the Architectural...
                
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                2024 Annual Meeting Reports of Committees
Editor
        Editor
                2024 Annual Meeting Reports of Offices
Editor
        Editor
        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...
                
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                New Q&A Approach at Annual Meeting
Editor
        Editor
                2024 Don't Forget the Annual Meeting
SHHA
        SHHA
                2024 SHHA Annual Meeting Agenda
SHHA
        SHHA
                Snow on Granite
Elizabeth Edgren
        Elizabeth Edgren
                Special Events Help Wanted
Elizabeth Edgren
        Elizabeth Edgren
                Romancing the Stone
Stan Davis
        Stan Davis
                Outdoor Lighting: SHHA Covenants and Bernalillo County Ordinance
CSC
        CSC
                SHHA Contractor Evaluation Program
Editor
        Editor
                How Can I Shut Off My Water Supply?
Sandia Peak Utility Co.
        Sandia Peak Utility Co.
                Some Changes for 2024
Roger Hagengruber
        Roger Hagengruber
        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...
                
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                2024 SHHA Annual Meeting
SHHA
        SHHA
                Artist Next Door
Claudia Mitchell
        Claudia Mitchell
                Sandia Peak Tram (and TEN 3) Closure
Editor
        Editor
                Renowned Ground at U-Mound
Stan Davis
        Stan Davis
                More Memories from an Old-Timer
Ann B. List
        Ann B. List
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