News & Updates
Huntsville Parks & Recreation announces May 4 openings
April 30, 2020
The City of Huntsville’s Parks & Recreation Department will begin the process of re-opening facilities and returning to normal operations, to the extent allowed under State Health Officer orders, beginning Monday, May 4. All activities must adhere to limitations of no more than 9 persons in a gathering and ensure 6-foot social distancing separation between individuals not from the same family unit. Park visitors are encouraged to wear masks or facial [ more ]
Read MoreArrest – Norwood Dr Shooting
April 28, 2020
Huntsville Police have arrested 20 yr-old Marquise Grays for assault 2nd degree and are looking for another female suspect in a shooting that occurred just after 7pm on 04/27/20. One of the victim’s stated there was an altercation earlier in the day and the female offender involved stated she “would get her brother to handle it”. She and Marques Grays returned just after 7pm in a grey Toyota to the [ more ]
Read MoreEarth Day 2020: How to Celebrate the 50th Anniversary at Home
April 21, 2020
April 22, 2020 marks the 50th anniversary of Earth Day, a global civic event that launched the environmental movement we know today. Though our celebrations may look different this year due to COVID-19, the City of Huntsville’s Operation Green Team encourages everyone to celebrate in their own way while continuing to practice safe social distancing. “It’s an important time to realize how we are all connected and how our personal choices can [ more ]
Read MoreMarch 2020 – Monthly Development Review
April 13, 2020
New office and industrial projects topped the list of non-residential projects permitted last month. New home starts more than tripled year-over-year. Residential Permits (new construction) in Huntsville city limits: In March, 334 housing units were permitted, 183 single- and 151 multi-family. The top tract for building permits last month was 106.21 (53 North) where 94 units were permitted, 21 single- and 73 multi-family. This is a 212% increase over March 2019, when [ more ]
Read MoreMayor Battle Statement on Vandalism to Etz Chayim Synagogue
April 9, 2020
Mayor Tommy Battle released the following statement regarding the overnight vandalism at the South Huntsville Etz Chayim Synagogue. “The City of Huntsville condemns anti-Semitism in the strongest possible terms. This despicable act took place on the first night of Passover, one of the most important religious times in the Jewish year. We seek to find those who perpetrated this crime, and I urge anyone with information about the vandalism to report [ more ]
Read MoreHPD COVID-19 Update
April 6, 2020
Huntsville Police had approximately 18 employees tested for COVID-19 the past few weeks. All of those tested were quarantined and have since received a negative test result. Our manpower has not been negatively impacted by any of the previously quarantined employees. The only employee that tested positive for COVID-19 was an employee that tested on March 25th and did not receive a result back until Friday April 3rd. That employee [ more ]
Read MoreSanitation experiencing curbside bulk waste delays
April 6, 2020
Huntsville Sanitation Department is experiencing delays in picking up curbside bulk waste throughout the City. “It turns out that staying at home has motivated our residents to clean out closets, garages and basements,” said Chris McNeese, Director of Public Works. “When you add spring yard work into the mix, our trucks are running full trying to manage the extra waste.” Residents are encouraged to leave their bulk waste and yard debris on [ more ]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville Supports State Health Department Stay at Home Order
April 3, 2020
Mayor Tommy Battle issued the following statement following today’s announcement by the Alabama Department of Health and Governor Kay Ivey to enact a Stay at Home Order, effective April 4 at 5 p.m. “The City of Huntsville fully supports the Alabama Department of Health’s (ADPH) Stay at Home Order announced today by Governor Ivey,” said Mayor Battle. “This is a deliberate and measured response to the COVID-19 threat that faces our state [ more ]
Read MoreSanitation curbside debris collection delayed one day
April 1, 2020
Due to the high volume of curbside debris this week, curbside debris collection may be delayed one day on some routes. Sanitation appreciates the public’s patience and will complete all curbside debris collections by the end of the week. Please call Sanitation at 256-883-3964 with any questions.
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