GRIT Newsletter: May 2022

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The text provides a detailed overview of an organization, including its leadership structure, office staff, ongoing community initiatives, and various points of community focus. Executive leaders include President Roger Hagengruber, Vice President Dale Arendt, Secretary Martin Kirk, and Treasurer Randy Tripp, along with board members comprising Joseph Boyce, David Crossley, Elizabeth Edgren, and others. Office administrators are Betsy Rodriguez and Anna Diaz, with the office based in Albuquerque, NM. Community efforts include fire risk mitigation in Sandia Heights, involving clean up of flammable items, evacuation plans, and registration for Bernalillo County's emergency notification system. There's also engagement with construction proposals at Elena Gallegos Open Space and Simms Park Road, with aims to enhance outdoor furnishings, ADA facility access, and possibly establish a small education center. The center could house classrooms, interpretive areas, and offices, operating under eco friendly principles and offering education and engagement opportunities. Recent security statistics and emergency contact information are available, along with various member benefits including shared resources, discounted rates, and local merchant deals. Community behavior and involvement focus on actions like the proper disposal of pet waste during hikes and showing support for international conflicts. The importance of septic system care and the regulations regarding replacements are highlighted, with emphasis on the challenges posed by property landscapes and individual project requirements. Seasonal RV parking restrictions are in place, and community centric events like the retirement of a long serving postal worker, Membership Appreciation Day, and the Sandia Heights Art Tour are also mentioned. The organization's office will be closed for Memorial Day, with overall goals aimed at fostering community engagement and creativity while observing key dates.