News & Updates
Accelerating change in sustainable water management
September 19, 2023
During its Aug. 24 meeting, City Council recognized international guests and winners from the Space4Youth Competition, sponsored by the United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs and the Space Generation Advisory Council. The Space4Youth winners were selected based on their essays that considered space as a tool to accelerate change in sustainable water resources management, hydrology and the protection of aquatic ecosystems.
Read MoreDistrict 5 Town Hall recap for September
September 19, 2023
Council President Meredith extends his deepest gratitude to all who attended his town hall events last month in District 5. These meetings are a great opportunity for citizens to connect with their Council representative, ask questions and gain valuable insights about what’s happening in the D5 community.
Read MoreCouncil President’s Forum: All about schools
September 19, 2023
Did you miss this month’s Council President’s Forum on Huntsville City Schools (HCS)? If so, no problem! The latest installment is ready to view at HuntsvilleAL.gov/videos. Thank you to Superintendent Dr. Clarence Sutton and his amazing team for their in-depth presentation on HCS’ programming, strategic plan, safety efforts and more. Our City is lucky to have such a passionate group of individuals who care deeply for our students’ safety, health, happiness [ more ]
Read MoreExpect traffic delays: Trail of Tears Motorcycle Ride
September 15, 2023
The Huntsville Police Department (HPD) Traffic Services Unit will help participants in the annual Trail of Tears Commemorative Motorcycle Ride make their way safely through Huntsville City limits on Saturday, Sept. 16. The event organizer expects up to 10,000 motorcycles to participate in the ride. Drivers are reminded to expect delays from 9 a.m. until noon on major roadways and the interstate. Starting at 9 a.m., HPD officers will shut down [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville Transit seeks comments on proposed Orbit route changes
September 15, 2023
Huntsville Transit patrons are invited to an upcoming public meeting to provide input about proposed modifications to three Orbit shuttle routes. The meeting will be 10 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 20, at the Transfer Station Platform, 500B Church St., Huntsville. The public can view maps, learn more about the proposed changes and provide feedback to Huntsville Transit officials. Quisha Bryant, Director of Huntsville’s Parking & Public Transportation Department, said tweaks to routes 1, [ more ]
Read MoreMayor Battle introduces balanced budget for FY 2024
September 14, 2023
Mayor Tommy Battle introduced the City’s proposed Fiscal Year 2024 budget at the Sept. 14 regular meeting of the Huntsville City Council. The Mayor proposed a balanced $312,814,218 operating budget, which includes $33,053,691 million in special appropriations for 67 outside agencies. “As Huntsville continues its growth and expansion, so do the demands from our community on City services,” Mayor Battle said. “The FY 24 budget meets this demand by incorporating ideas and [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville enters development agreement for Memorial Parkway project
September 14, 2023
An agreement to put a large mixed-use development along Memorial Parkway frontage near Joe Davis Stadium received City Council approval. The agreement between the City and Parkway Vesta, LLC, stipulates the construction of a 100-room hotel, 70,000 square feet of restaurant and retail space, 20,000 square feet of office space and 200 loft-style multifamily housing units. Dubbed Stadium Commons, the project will also include a 408-space parking garage, 300 of which [ more ]
Read MorePivotal City of Huntsville road projects moving forward
September 14, 2023
Several road projects designed to improve traffic safety and movement through Huntsville are moving forward. City Council approved agreements with the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) to fund construction on the Northern Bypass Phase 2, and planned improvements to Martin Road and to U.S. 72. “The projects are pivotal to our transportation infrastructure and, when complete, will help provide safer and quicker commutes for our citizens,” Mayor Tommy Battle said. Northern Bypass The Northern [ more ]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville approves over $355K in grants for local organizations
September 14, 2023
The City of Huntsville will soon administer grant funds to seven local organizations through a program with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). City Council voted unanimously Sept. 14 to allow the City’s Community Development Office to distribute Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnership funds to the following organizations: Alabama Non-Violent Offenders Organization – $15,500 Funds will provide support for operating costs and administrative salaries of personnel [ more ]
Read MoreMusic Industry Career Fair & Community Expo coming Saturday to VBC
September 14, 2023
Huntsville music enthusiasts and those seeking work in the music field are invited to attend a Music Industry Career Fair & Community Expo on Saturday, Sept. 16. The event will be from 12-2 p.m. in the Von Braun Center East Hall. The collaborative effort between the Huntsville Music Office and Arts Huntsville is one of several free Huntsville Music Month events. Music Officer Matt Mandrella said those who seek to help Huntsville’s [ more ]
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