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...
Articles
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...
Articles
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
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'...
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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
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...
Articles
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 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...
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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 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...
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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 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...
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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 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...
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2024 Annual Meeting Reports of Committees
Editor
Editor
2024 Annual Meeting Reports of Offices
Editor
Editor
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...
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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 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,...
Articles
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
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...
Articles
Artist Next Door
Claudia Mitchell
Claudia Mitchell
Complaint Procedure Guidelines
Editor
Editor
Drones
Robert Thomas
Robert Thomas
An Explanation of the SHHA Environment & Safety Committee
Kathleen McCaughey
Kathleen McCaughey
Prevent Fires, Remove Dead Trees
Kathleen McCaughey
Kathleen McCaughey
Store Your RVs
Arthur Romero
Arthur Romero
On the Subject of HOA's
Editor
Editor
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...
Articles
Artist Next Door
Claudia Mitchell
Claudia Mitchell
Neighborhood Afternoon Out Ice Cream Social a Great Success!
Editor
Editor
Great Scott!
Stan Davis
Stan Davis
We Need Your Voice
Editor
Editor
Sandia Peak Utility to Begin Water Meter Replacement Project
Editor
Editor
Help Our Neighborhood Stay Beautiful
Kathleen McCaughey
Kathleen McCaughey
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...
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Artist Next Door
Claudia Mitchell
Claudia Mitchell
Fun Fact: New Mexico Symbols
Editor
Editor
What is a Tutor Doctor?
Elizabeth Edgren
Elizabeth Edgren
Your Monthly Recommendation
Haruki Murakami
Haruki Murakami
Dogs on the Loose!
Editor
Editor
Fall Colors?
Editor
Editor
Please Obey Stop Signs
Editor
Editor
Some Changes in Volunteer & Paid Staff
C&P
C&P
Letter to the Editor: Bears, Rodents
Jonathan Sutin
Jonathan Sutin
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...
Articles
Artist Next Door
Claudia Mitchell
Claudia Mitchell
BernCo Code for Prohibited Uses in a Single-Family Residential Zone
CSC
CSC
Sea Sea Sea Trails
Stan Davis
Stan Davis
In a "Bind": Choosing a Contractor?
Angela Moreno
Angela Moreno
Living with Bears
Editor
Editor
Tips for Living with Bears
Editor
Editor
Beware: Don’t Use Rodent Poison!
Editor
Editor
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...
Articles
Artist Next Door
Claudia Mitchell
Claudia Mitchell
Dog Law
Editor
Editor
Elena Gallegos Open Space Saved from Development - An Amazing Victory
E&S
E&S
Forest Service is Taking Comments on Replacing a Power Line
Editor
Editor
Welcome to Mazatza-landia!
Stan Davis
Stan Davis
Trash Can Transgressors
David Crossley
David Crossley
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 (...
Articles
Artist Next Door
Claudia Mitchell
Claudia Mitchell
Little Libraries
Community Service & Membership
Community Service & Membership
It's Hot Out - For You and Your Dog
Judy Durzo
Judy Durzo
Wildfire-Resistant Roofing Can Save Your Home
Julie Rochman
Julie Rochman
Mafic-nificent!
Stan Davis
Stan Davis
Airbnb Room Rental Satisfactorily Resolved in District Court
CSC
CSC
New Look to the SHHA Website
Susan McCasland
Susan McCasland
Mice & Rats!
Kate Fry
Kate Fry
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...
Articles
Artist Next Door
Claudia Mitchell
Claudia Mitchell
Latest on Elena Gallegos Development
Kathleen McCaughey
Kathleen McCaughey
Whiteout!
Stan Davis
Stan Davis
Memories of an Old-Timer
Ann B. List
Ann B. List
Weed and Fire Season is Here
CSC
CSC
Crisis: Not Yet - But Getting Too Close!
Roger Hagengruber
Roger Hagengruber
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...
Articles
Do YOU Love Sandia Heights?
Claudia Mitchell
Claudia Mitchell
Welcome to Each New Neighbor - Every Month
Richard Bracket
Richard Bracket
Woof! Woof! Is That YOUR Dog Barking?
Editor
Editor
Wildfire Workshop - Some of My Takeaways
Cheryl Wieker
Cheryl Wieker
One Man's Weed
Jean Heflin (1991)
Jean Heflin (1991)
Don’t Take It for Granite!
Stan Davis
Stan Davis
SH Tips & Hacks: Summer Chores
SHHA
SHHA
Pay It Forward
Hugh Prather
Hugh Prather
Please Do Not Feed Wildlife
Editor
Editor
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...
Articles
Monthly Fun Fact: Albuquerque Parks
Editor
Editor
Reminders from Your Covenant Support Committee
CSC
CSC
Save Elena Gallegos Open Space Current Status
E&S
E&S
Already a Brush Fire Near the Foothills?
Susan McCasland
Susan McCasland
Sandwiched Between
Stan Davis
Stan Davis
Mailbox Theft - What Can We Do?
Susan McCasland
Susan McCasland
Raptor Nesting Project Update
Diane Barney
Diane Barney
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...
Articles
2023 Annual Meeting Report
SHHA
SHHA
2023 Annual Meeting Reports of Officers
SHHA
SHHA
2023 Annual Meeting Reports of Standing Committees
SHHA
SHHA
Wildfire Risk Reduction Workshop on March 25
Editor
Editor
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