Category: District 1
North Memorial Parkway overpass project at Mastin Lake to begin
June 16, 2023
The Alabama Department of Transportation announced construction will start next week on a $34 million, multi-year project to add an overpass and service roads on U.S. 231/U.S. 431 at Mastin Lake Road. The Restore our Roads project will extend North Memorial Parkway expressway to south of Winchester Road. Weather permitting, contractor Rogers Group anticipates beginning work Monday, June 19. Initially, the contractor will install temporary barriers along the outer (east) side [ more ]
Read MoreMeek Greenway set to provide key connection from Alabama A & M to Sparkman Drive
May 30, 2023
There are 42 miles of active greenways across the City of Huntsville with another nine miles in development. These park-like ribbons of connectivity provide urban neighborhoods with a multitude of benefits that improve quality of life. “Our greenways are designed for people to walk, jog or bike,” said Tommy Battle, Mayor of Huntsville. “By giving our residents safe transportation alternatives, we are creating a healthier, more vibrant and sustainable place to [ more ]
Read MoreGet a snapshot of Huntsville’s growth with 2022 Development Review
January 26, 2023
Huntsville’s annual compilation of construction and real estate data for 2022 is now live. Published by the City of Huntsville’s Long-Range Planning Division, the 2022 Huntsville Development Review is an in-depth snapshot of the City’s progress over the past year. The report, which features data obtained from City records and the North Alabama Multiple Listing Service (NALMLS), is especially useful for those considering buying or selling property, building new structures or moving [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville municipal offices to close for Martin Luther King Jr. Day
January 11, 2023
City of Huntsville municipal offices will close Monday, Jan. 16, for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. This includes Animal Services, Parks & Recreation, Public Transit and Municipal Court. Residential curbside collection will be delayed by one day the week of Jan. 16-20. Residents should leave carts at the curb until they are collected. Essential police and fire personnel will remain on duty throughout the holiday.
Read MoreHuntsville organizations to open warming centers this week
December 19, 2022
With temperatures expected to drop significantly tonight, Dec. 22, the City of Huntsville is supporting local partners in opening warming centers for the community. The National Weather Service reports dangerously cold temperatures will occur tonight and the evening of Friday, Dec. 23, as an Arctic air mass moves into the area. Temperatures will remain below freezing for 86 hours total, and a wind chill warning is in effect from midnight Friday [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville City Council certifies municipal runoff election results
September 26, 2022
The Huntsville City Council canvassed and certified the results of the Sept. 20, 2022, municipal runoff election during a Sept. 26 special work session. The following candidates were elected for a term to begin Nov. 7: David Little – District 2 City Council Member Andrea Alvarez – District 3 Board of Education Member During the session, City Clerk-Treasurer Ken Benion opened and counted nine provisional ballots: two for Little, three for District 2 candidate [ more ]
Read MoreMayor Battle strikes the right chord, proclaims September as Huntsville Music Month
September 1, 2022
Music is in the air in the City of Huntsville as Mayor Tommy Battle has proclaimed September as Huntsville Music Month. Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle joins artist Deqn Sue and Huntsville Music Officer Matt Mandrella at the kickoff for Huntsville Music Month at Tangled String Studios at Lowe Mill. On stage is R&B group Element XI, which performed at the event. The inaugural event, promoted by the Huntsville Music Office, is designed [ more ]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville offices to close for Labor Day
August 31, 2022
City of Huntsville municipal offices will close Monday, Sept. 5, for Labor Day. This includes Animal Services, Public Transit (Orbit and Access) and Municipal Court. City offices will reopen at 8 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 6. Garbage Collection: Residential collection will be delayed one day the week of Sept. 5-9. Residents should leave carts at the curb until they are collected. Parks & Recreation: All facilities will be closed, except the Brahan Spring Park and [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville Transit seeks public’s feedback on service, operations
August 30, 2022
As the City of Huntsville grows, Huntsville Transit is exploring ways it can improve operations while also evaluating an expansion of its service area. To that end, a series of community outreach meetings will be held next month to hear comments from Huntsville Transit users or anyone who has a suggestion about operations. The City will use comments to help shape a strategic plan designed to guide future service improvements. “Receiving public [ more ]
Read MoreA Cut Above District 1 Summer Landscaping Challenge winners announced!
August 30, 2022
A Cut Above, the inaugural District 1 Summer Landscaping Challenge, started with a simple vision. Council Member Devyn Keith, who grew up and still resides in D1, set out to host a friendly competition between neighbors, while also inspiring citizens to keep their yards looking their best. The front-yard challenge launched Wednesday, July 6, and concluded Saturday, Aug. 6. Citizens in District 1 competed for up to three titles, a prize [ more ]
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