GRIT Issues

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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...
Message from the President, October 2024
Jim Stewart
Spotlight on Casa Angelica Support from Sandia Heights Resident
Claudia Mitchell
Progress Being Made: Speed Enforcement Camera Proposed for Tramway
Claudia Mitchell
In Memory of Wade Jackson and His Legacy to Elena Gallegos
Katrina Sanchez
SHHA Bylaws Under Review
Elizabeth Edgren
Thanks from the Sandia Heights Artists
Claudia Mitchell
How'd That Get There? Part 2
Stan Davis
2025 Directory Cover Photo Contest Deadline, November 8
C&P
Hear Ye! Hear Ye! Entire GRIT Archive is Now Online
Susan McCasland
Let's Protect Our Momma Bear and her three Cubs
Editor
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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...
Message from the President, September 2024
Jim Stewart
2025 Directory Cover Photo Contest
C&P
2nd Annual Neighborhood Afternoon Out and Ice Cream Social
CS&M
How'd That Get There? Part 1
Stand Davis
Sandia Heights Artists Tour: September 7 & 8 Enthusiasms and Hard Work
Claudia Mitchell
The Poet Next Door
Claudia Mitchell
Rodent Poison Does Not Discriminate Between the Unloved and Loved
Editor
Committees Are Continuing Their Call: "Help!"
Editor
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August 2024

In August 2024, the SHHA held a meeting with committee presentations. President Jin Stewart highlighted the impressive work of the Covenant Support Committee (CSC) and the Community Service and Membership Committee, urging residents to participate in community efforts. Committee member Judy Chreist'...
Preview Exhibit Kicks Off Sandia Heights Artists' 21st Tour
Claudia Mitchell
Communicaton and Publication Committee Needs Help
Editor
Sandia Heights Youth Spotlight: Aspiring Eagle Scout
Claudia Mitchell
Success In Shreds? = thanks to your dues!
Editor
Message from Your Dog
Editor
Have You Heard of the Sherds? Part 2
Stan Davis
E-Bikes and Micromobility Devices Allowed in Open Space to be Discussed
Kathleen McCaughey
Message from the President, August 2024
Jim Stewart
Do We Have Nightlife in Sandia Heights? You Bet!
C&P
E-Bikes and Micromobility Devices Allowed in Open Space to be Discussed
Kathleen McCaughey
Message from the President, August 2024
Jim Stewart
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July 2024

The organization's leadership consists of officers President Jim Stewart, Vice President Eric Faulring, Secretary Martin Kirk, and Treasurer Randy Tripp, as well as ten board members and committee chairs Phil Krehbiel, Claudia Mitchell, Elizabeth Edgren, Arthur Romero, Kathleen McCaughey, Randy Trip...
Photo Contest
Editor
Movies in our Backyard
Merrilea Mayo
Get to Know Your SHHA Office Staff
Claudia Mitchell
Have you Heard of the Sherds? Part 1
Stan Davis
Message from the President, July 2024
Jim Stewart
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June 2024

The Sandia Homeowners’ Association document outlines operational details, contact information, board members, and office staff. The roles include Jim Stewart as President, Eric Faulring as Vice President, Martin Kirk as Secretary, Randy Tripp as Treasurer, Diane Barney as Office Director, and Trish...
Message from the President, June 2024
Jim Stewart
Artist Next Door
Claudia Mitchell
By Hands Unknown
Stan Davis
Historical Highlight: The Story Behind an Iconic Photograph
Claudia Mitchell
Shredding Even Saturday, June 29th
CS&M
Trash Collection Help for Those with Disabilites
CS&M
Be a Trail User, Not a Private Property Abuser
Anonymous
It's Beautiful Out There, But Be Safe: Walk on the LEFT Side of the Road
Anonymous
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May 2024

The SHHA management and daily operation is led by President Jim Stewart, VP Eric Faulring, Secretary Martin Kirk, Treasurer Randy Tripp, with Office Director Diane Barney and Lead Administrator Trish Lovato carrying out daily operations from the office at 12700 San Rafael Avenue NE. Key activities i...
Tramway Trash Pickup Scheduled this Month
Kathleen McCaughey
Little Cloud Park
Kathleen McCaughey
Scoop on Gravel
ACC
Message from the President, May 2024
Jim Stewart
Isn't He Cute?
E&S
Artist Next Door
Claudia Mitchell
Jurassic-Triassic Park
Stan Davis
Be an Affiliate Member of Sandia Heights Artists
Mara Malnekoff
Tumbleweed Alert!
Claudia Mitchell
Are You Represented on the SHHA Board of Directors?
Elizabeth Edgren
Respectful Reques to Dog Owners/Walkers
Claudia Mitchell
Respectful Reques to Dog Owners/Walkers
Claudia Mitchell
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April 2024

The Sandia Homeowners Association (SHHA) is lead by Jim Stewart (President), Eric Faulring (Vice President), Martin Kirk (Secretary), Randy Tripp (Treasurer), and a Board comprised of eight members who also chair several committees. The SHHA offers open communication and invites homeowners to get in...
Message from the President, April 2024
Jim Stewart
Solar Electric System Do's and Don'ts
Bob Bower
Spring Winds Bring Heightened Wildfire Danger
Cheryl Wieker
Trash Pickup in May
Kathleen McCaughey
Artist Next Door
Claudia Mitchell
Hidden Birds
Elizabeth Edgren
Household Radon Mitigation
Stan Davis
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March 2024

The SHHA, which covers 2200 properties with 1800 members, successfully held its annual meeting with its board directors and office team. President Roger Hagengruber announced his departure while the association ensured financial stability even with increased dues and ticket costs. The team welcomed...
2024 Annual Meeting Reports of Offices
Editor
2024 Annual Meeting Reerpots of Committees
Editor
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February 2024

The SHHA leadership committee, led by President Roger Hagengruber along with other officers and committee chairs, manages the office staff located at 12700 San Rafael Avenue NE, Albuquerque. Some key updates from SHHA include mandatory membership for all homeowners effective 2025 in compliance with...
Some Changes for 2024
Roger Hagengruber
New Q&A Approach at Annual Meeting
Editor
2024 Don't Forget the Annual Meeting
SHHA
2024 SHHA Annual Meeting Agenda
SHHA
Romancing the Stone
Stan Davis
Outdoor Lighting: SHHA Covenants and Bernalillo County Ordinance
CSC
Special Events Help Wanted
Elizabeth Edgren
Snow on Granite
Elizabeth Edgren
SHHA Contractor Evaluation Program
Editor
How can I shut off my water supply?
Sandia Peak Utility Co.
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January 2024

The SHHA is led by President Roger Hagengruber with various officials and staff members supporting its operations. The office is located in Albuquerque and operates from Monday to Friday. The association also communicates through their website and email. They announced an annual meeting on Saturday,...
2024 SHHA Annual Meeting
SHHA
Artist Next Door
Claudia Mitchell
Renowned Ground at U-Mound
Stan Davis
More Memories from an Old-Timer
Ann B. List
Sandia Peak Tram (and TEN 3) Closure
Editor
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December 2023

The Sandia Homeowners Association (SHHA) run by officers President Roger Hagengruber, Vice President Hugh Prather, Secretary Martin Kirk, Treasurer Randy Tripp, and administrated by Trish Lovato, Holly Sylvester, and Diane Barney is based in Albuquerque. They operate with a unique approach, differen...
Explanation of the SHHA Environment & Safety Committee
Kathleen McCaughey
On the Subject of HOA's
Editor
Prevent Fires, Remove Dead Trees
Kathleen McCaughey
Artist Next Door
Claudia Mitchell
Store Your RVs
Arthur Romero
Complaint procedure guidelines
Editor
Drones
Robert Thomas
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November 2023

The officers and board members of a certain organization include President Roger Hagengruber, Vice President Hugh Prather, Secretary Martin Kirk, and Treasurer Randy Tripp, with a board comprising individuals such as David Crossley, Elizabeth Edgren, and Arthur Romero, among others. Committee Chairs...
Help Our Neighborhood Stay Beautiful
Kathleen McCaughey
Artist Next Door
Claudia Mitchell
Great Scott!
Stan Davis
We Need Your Voice
Editor
Neighborhood Afternoon Out Ice Cream Social a Great Success!
Editor
Sandia Peak Utility to Begin Water Meter Replacement Project
Editor
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October 2023

The Sandia Heights Homeowners’ Association (SHHA) announced changes in its board and office staff, along with new committee chairpersons. They also expressed concern for unrestrained dogs in the community and stress Bernalillo County Code regulations for pet safety. Reported successful initiatives i...
Some Changes in Volunteer & Paid Staff
C&P
Fall Colors?
Editor
Artist Next Door
Claudia Mitchell
Letter to the Editor: Bears, rodents
Jonathan Sutin
Your Monthly Recommendaton
Haruki Murakami
What is a Tutor Doctor
Elizabeth Edgren
Fun Fact: New Mexico Symbols
Editor
Dogs on the Loose!
Editor
Please Obey Stop Signs
Editor
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September 2023

The SHHA committee, chaired by Phil Krehbiel, Arthur Romero, Susan McCasland, Elizabeth Edgren, Kathleen McCaughey, Randy Tripp, and Hugh Prather, say goodbye to Angela Moreno from office staff. Angela is moving on to Sandia National Laboratories and is also known for her side career as a baker. SHH...
Artist Next Door
Claudia Mitchell
Sea Sea Sea Trails
Stan Davis
Living with Bears
Editor
Tips for Living with Bears
Editor
BernCo Code for Prohibited Uses in a Single-Family Residential Zone
CSC
Beware: Don’t Use Rodent Poison!
Editor
In a "Bind" Choosing a Contractor?
Angela Moreno
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August 2023

The Sandia Heights Homeowners Association is overseen by President Roger Hagengruber, Vice President Hugh Prather, Secretary Martin Kirk, Treasurer Randy Tripp, and several Board Members. The Association's Lead Administrator, Patricia Lovato, directs the operations with Administrator Angela Moreno f...
Forest Service is Taking Comments on Relacing a Power Line
Editor
Trash Can Transgressors
David Crossley
Artist Next Door
Claudia Mitchell
Welcome to Mazatza-landia!
Stan Davis
Dog Law
Editor
Elena Gallegos Open Space Saved from Development - An Amazing Victory
E&S
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July 2023

The SHHA, based in Albuquerque, is guided by officers President Roger Hagengruber, Vice President Hugh Prather, Secretary Martin Kirk, and Treasurer Randy Tripp, as well as multiple committee heads including Susan McCasland (Communications), Elizabeth Edgren (Community Service), Kathleen McCaughey (...
New Look to the SHHA Website
Susan McCasland
Wildfire-Resistant Roofing Can Save Your Home
Julie Rochman
Artist Next Door
Claudia Mitchell
Mafic-nicent!
Stan Davis
Mice & Rats!
Kate Fry & Diane Barney
Little Libraries
CS&M
Airbnb Room Rental Satisfactorily Resolved in District Court
CSC
It's Hot Out - for You and Your Dog
Judy Durzo
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June 2023

The SHHA, led by President Roger Hagengruber, is grappling with a decline in volunteer participation threatening its functioning. Consisting of seven committees, each member is expected to serve on one. However, limited volunteer numbers risk the continuation of these crucial groups safeguarding com...
Latest on Elena Gallegos Devlopment
Cathleen McCaughey
Crisis: Not Yet - but getting too close!
Roger Hagengruber
Artist Next Door
Claudia Mitchell
Whiteout!
Stan Davis
Memories of an Old-Timer
Ann B. List
Weed and Fire Season is Here
CSC
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May 2023

The Sandia Heights Homeowner's Association (SHHA) is guided by President Roger Hagengruber, Vice President Hugh Prather, Secretary Martin Kirk, and Treasurer Randy Tripp, and includes board members David Crossley, Elizabeth Edgren, Fenton McCarthy, Susan McCasland, Kathleen McCaughey, Claudia Mitche...
Pay it Forward
Hugh Prather
Wildfire Workshop - Some of my Take Aways
Cheryl Wieker
One Man's Weed
Jean Heflin (1991)
Don’t Take It for Granite!
Stan Davis
Please Do Not Feed Wildlife
Editor
Do YOU Love Sandia Heights?
Claudia Mitchell
SH Tips & Hacks: Summer chores
SHHA
Welcome to each New Neighbor - Every Month
Richard Bracket
Woof! Woof! Is that YOUR Dog Barking?
Editor
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April 2023

The executive team of the SHHA includes President Roger Hagengruber, Vice President Hugh Prather, Secretary Martin Kirk, and Treasurer Randy Tripp. Board members David Crossley, Elizabeth Edgren, Fenton McCarthy, Susan McCasland, Kathleen McCaughey, Claudia Mitchell, Arthur Romero, and Bob Thomas le...
Save Elena Gallegos Open Space Current Status
E&S
Already a Brush Fire Near the Foothills?
Susan McCasland
Sandwiched Between
Stan Davis
Raptor Nexting Project Update
Diane Barney
Monthly Fun Fact: Albuquerque parks
Editor
Mailbox Theft - What Can We Do?
Susan McCasland
Reminders from Your Covenant Support Committee
CSC
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March 2023

The Sandia Heights Homeowners Association held its 2023 Annual Meeting on February 28, focusing on reporting 2022's progress and announcing plans for 2023: The meeting, hosted at the Church of the Good Shepherd, was the first live gathering in three years. It comprised approval of the agenda and min...
Wildfire Risk Reduction Workshop on March 25
Editor
2023 Annual Meeting Report
SHHA
2023 Annual Meeting Reports of Officers
SHHA
2023 Annual Meeting Reports of Standing Committees
SHHA

GRIT Archive

If you have an article you would like to submit to the SHHA GRIT Newsletter, please do so before the 10th of the month previous to the publication by contacting the C&P committee or the office.

Contact

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

Office Hours

  • Monday: 9:00am - 4:00pm
  • Tuesday: 9:00am - 4:00pm
  • Wednesday: 9:00am - 4:00pm
  • Thursday: 9:00am - 4:00pm
  • Friday: 9:00am - 12:00pm
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed
  • Federal Holidays: Closed
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