Take Action: PNM Substation Hearing – May 12
Take Action: PNM Substation Hearing–May 12
At the 1/27/26 hearing on PNM's proposal for a new electrical substation on Paseo and high voltage transmission corridor on Tramway the Bernalillo County Commission (BCC) heard the appeals of three neighborhood groups, including SHHA. Voicing questions and concerns about the proposal the BCC directed County staff to complete further analysis of the siting of these electric facilities and the feasibility of under-grounding the transmission lines. While BCC’s skepticism of PNM’s ill-conceived proposal is a win for SHHA, the path forward remains uncertain. A follow-up BCC hearing is scheduled for 3:00 pm Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at the BernCo Commission Chambers, 415 Silver SW.
The voice of the SHHA community, in the hundreds of emails sent to the County and in your attendance at the previous hearings, has been critical in convincing the BCC of the problems with the PNM permit application. We need the same level of involvement for the upcoming May 12 hearing Please send an email to Karen Iverson, Senior Planner, Bernalillo County, expressing your support for the SHHA appeal and for the BCC’s demand for a reanalysis of this project.
The timeline to submit public comment on the proposed PNM Substation in North Albuquerque Acres (CSU2025-0009/SPR2025-0006) is as follows:
PREFERRED - Prior to April 17, 2026, comments submitted to Kiverson@bernco.gov will be forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) as part of the agenda item packet.
Between April 18, 2026 and May 8, 2026 comments submitted to Kiverson@bernco.gov will be collected and presented to the BCC for their consideration to enter them into the public record at the May 12, 2026 public hearing.
Prior to the May 12, 2026 public hearing, the BCC will take written public comments at the following link: https://www.bernco.gov/boards-commissions/speak-at-a-meeting/.
Additional information can be found in the GRIT and at the SHHA website (link to Stop PNM page).
April GRIT Ready for Viewing
April GRIT 2026 Ready for Viewing
What’s Inside This Issue:
- 📅 Shredding Event – April 25, 9–11 AM Bring documents for secure, on-site shredding in the parking lot by the SHHA office.
- PNM Substation Update – Latest developments and May 12 hearing
- Fire Insurance: Who’s at Risk? – What’s changing and how to prepare
- Spring Art Exhibit – New work from local Sandia Heights artists
- Easter Egg Hunt Recap – A great turnout at Little Cloud Park
- Plat Chat – Understanding easements on your property
- Community Message – A neighbor’s note of gratitude
- Youth Story – “Glinda and the Curious Brontosaurus Explorer”
FBI in the area
FBI in the area
Good Morning Sandia Heights Homeowners,
Please be aware that the FBI is in the neighborhood and will be set up in the parking lot of the SHHA office all weekend! They asked us to notify you that they will be knocking on doors and asking questions regarding our missing resident "William Neil McCasland".
We are all praying for his safe return!
March GRIT 2026 Ready for Viewing
March GRIT 2026 Ready for Viewing
March GRIT 2026 Ready for Viewing
This issue of The GRIT includes the annual committee reports presented at the February 21, 2026 Annual Meeting. These reports summarize the work carried out over the past year by about fifty neighborhood volunteers serving across the SHHA Board and committees. Their efforts support everything from safety and infrastructure to events, communications, and governance, and provide a look at what was accomplished in 2025 and what is planned for the year ahead.
As the season continues to change, we also look forward to gathering again as neighbors.
Please join us for the annual Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, March 21
Little Cloud Park at 10 am
We hope to see you there!
Search Help Requested – Check Arroyos / Trails / Open Areas
Dear SHHA Residents,
The search continues for William “Neil” McCasland, who was last seen on Friday, February 27, 2026, in the area of Quail Run Ct NE in Sandia Heights.
Family and friends are asking residents to please check arroyos, drainage areas, and open spaces on or near your property, if it is safe to do so. Because Neil is an avid hiker and may have been on foot, searchers are focusing on trails, natural areas, and washes throughout Sandia Heights.
Even a quick look around your yard, arroyo, or nearby open space could be helpful.
If you notice anything that may be relevant, please text BCSO to 847411 or contact the Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office Missing Persons Unit at 505-468-7070.
Thank you to everyone in the community for your continued assistance.
Request from Family - Please Check Cameras - Missing Person Last Seen Feb 27
Dear SHHA Residents,
Neil McCasland was last seen on Friday, February 27th, 2026, at 11 a.m. from his home in Sandia Heights on Quail Run Ct NE. Neil is an avid hiker and athlete and he may have left on foot. Right now family and friends have no idea which direction he may have gone when he left his home. We are asking Sandia Heights residents to check their Ring Cameras or wildlife cameras for any sightings that might help them locate Neil around that time on Friday.
If you have any details please text BCSO to 847411 or call the Missing Persons Unit at 505-468-7070.
Sheriff’s Office Seeking Public Help – Missing Person Near Quail Run Ct
Upcoming Events - Save the Dates
Upcoming Events - Save the Dates
SANDIA HEIGHTS EASTER EGG HUNT - Don’t miss this spring celebration!
When: Saturday, March 21
Where: Little Cloud Park
Time: 10 am
All children and parents are warmly invited to join us for this year’s Easter egg hunt. In addition to sleuthing for treats, come for cool games, creative face painting, and an exclusive appearance of the Easter bunny himself!
(Sponsored by the Community Service and Membership Committee, SHHA, and Greg Lobberegt at Coldwell Banker Legacy)
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SHREDDING EVENT - Say goodbye to clutter!
When: Saturday, April 18
Where: SHHA OFFICE parking lot, 12700 San Rafael Ave NE
Time: 10 - 12 am
Acceptable items: Office Paper, Newspaper, Envelopes, File Folders, Magazines, Junk Mail, Sticky Notes, Brochures (Staples & Paper Clips are OK)
Unacceptable items: Batteries, Binders Clips, Hanging Folders, Metal, (3) Ring Binders, Cardboard, X-Rays, Tyvek, Hard Drives, Hazardous Materials, Food Containers, Medical Waste, Trash, Plastic
(Sponsored by the Community Service and Membership Committee, SHHA)