We are saddened by the passing of C. Jack Emmons CPA CFE, our Finance Chair and Board Treasurer. His tenure with the Board was brief, but his service was invaluable. He will be greatly missed.
Please visit Charles Jack Emmons Jr Obituary 2022 – Daniels Family Funerals & Cremation (danielsfuneral.com) to view the obituary.
1. LED lights like those installed on Westside almost always result in complaints about how bright they are. They have been tested using a gun-like device that measures light intensity and none have recorded a measurement that exceeded standards.
Deflectors – there is discussion about putting deflectors on the lights that will result in the light just hitting the base of the wall. They are trying to determine the size and angle of deflectors that would result in limiting the light to just Westside and not the adjoining backyards/homes.
2. The contractor has placed black weed barrier in between the sidewalk and the street. This should really reduce the weed problem in the future. The barrier was put in at the contractor’s expense; it was not a requirement in the city contract.
Stones will eventually be placed over the weed barrier. The contractor is seeking city approval for the size of the stone to be used. City has not yet approved the stone size.
3. There is a large box being installed at the west side of Sierrita and Westside. This will be the controller for the irrigation in the median.
4. Installation of the sidewalk has exposed the foundation of our wall in some locations. If it remained exposed, it could undermine the wall’s foundation. The contractor has put in a small wall and filling the area between the new wall and our HOA wall with concrete to protect our wall’s foundation. It extends about 250 feet west from Sierrita.
5. Median plantings – unknown when they will be planted. Our city rep is pushing to have the plantings done within 2 weeks following completion of the road, but there is some question whether she can come up with the money. If the money is not available now, it could take as long as 2-years for the money to become available.
The construction is proceeding as planned. The project is scheduled to be completed in October 2023.
A car wash will be going in on Golf Course just north of the Wintergreen Apartments.
Currently the project design for the Circle K project is on HOLD. When the project moves forward the goal is to be under construction by late summer 2023. The intent is to proceed with a Circle K. It is unknown how long the hold will be for.
The City is dedicated to hearing from community members and tailoring sustainability projects to meet the public’s needs and expectations. The first Climate Action Plan Implementation Community Engagement meeting will focus on energy efficiency and include updates on related projects as well as opportunities for the public to provide input. The public will hear from City staff and key partners, including local utilities. The last 20 minutes are reserved for public feedback. The meeting takes place via Zoom on Wednesday, September 28 at 5:00 p.m. To register, visit: https://cabq.zoom.us/j/83896527265?pwd=dzZkeDUra3ZCaVRub2UrUi80K2Vrdz09#success
Westside Blvd. to have various Eastbound and Westbound lane closures and Golf Course Road to have various Northbound and Southbound right lane closures as crews continue to work on final project construction in September
Update as of Friday, Sept. 9, 2022
| ONGOING Crews are scheduled to continue working on lighting, paving, roadway striping, trail gravel, sidewalks and miscellaneous construction on this project, with construction expected to be substantially complete by the end of September. Ongoing Traffic Impacts • There are various eastbound and northbound lane closures on Westside Blvd. but at least one (1) lane will be open in each direction at all times. • There are various right lane closures on northbound and southbound Golf Course Road north and south of Westside Blvd. |
| Regular work hours are Mon.-Fri., 6:30 a.m.-5 p.m., although the contractor may work longer hours or on weekends if needed. Saturday work is planned for the next few weeks. All construction is weather permitting and subject to change without notice. |
| CONTACTS for questions and concerns or to sign up for email updates on the project: Patti Watson, 505-245-3134 office; 505-269-9691 cell; pattiw@cwastrategic.com Ty Stevers, 505-245-3138 office; 505-417-9989 cell; tys@cwastrategic.com |
The Animal Welfare Department needs your help. There are 800 pets in our city that need good homes, and our shelters are full. Animal Welfare is hosting an adoption clinic this weekend, Saturday, August 27 and Sunday, August 28, at the Eastside and Westside shelters, and the Everyday Adoption Center located in the Eubank PetSmart. The adoption fee is waived for all pets. Each adoption will include spay or neuter, a microchip, required vaccinations, and one free initial vet visit. For dogs, you will receive one free dog training class. This is a great opportunity to bring home a new furry friend. To learn more, visit: https://www.cabq.gov/pets/events/bases-are-loaded-at-animal-welfare-and-the-pets-need-a-home-run