Category: District 5
Training the Best
November 1, 2024
Council Member John Meredith attended the ribbon cutting for the exterior portion of the Public Safety Training Academy, facilities that will enhance the preparation of first responders to serve the residents of Huntsville. Specific training areas are included for both police and fire cadets in the $18.6 million project and complements classroom training cadets receive at the academy on the same campus.
Read MoreDeck the Districts
November 1, 2024
If you have a flare for holiday light decorations, check out the Deck the Districts citywide Holiday Light Challenge. Fill out the entry form and upload photos of your festive display. City Council staff will judge entries during the week of Dec. 9, with winners announced at the Dec. 19 meeting.
Read MoreHonoring Those Who Served
November 1, 2024
As Veterans Day approaches on Monday, Council Member John Meredith, noting his father, James, is a veteran, took a moment at Thursday’s City Council meeting to speak about the significance of the holiday. “I want to give my heartfelt thanks to all the veterans out there,” Meredith said. “You’re part of the reason we’re able to be here having these discussions and talking about politics openly, because you have defended our [ more ]
Read MoreD5 Town Hall
November 1, 2024
Council Member Meredith met with constituents at the Olde Cobblestone pavilion to discuss an array of topics, including roads, infrastructure and concern over speeders. Meredith always appreciates the constituents who attend and values the insights they offer.
Read MoreDonation to Columbia High School
November 1, 2024
Council Member John Meredith donated $5,000 from the D5 Council Improvement Fund to support the wrestling program at Columbia High School. The funds will go toward equipment and participation fees for the team. Meredith applauds the work of Principal Dr. Thomas Jones and wrestling Coach Walter Walker and their dedication to students.
Read MoreHalloween at The Orion
November 1, 2024
Celebrating Halloween at The Orion Amphitheater with Huntsville Police and Parks & Recreation is a popular autumn tradition that attracts thousands of people to a spooky – but not too spooky – evening of fun and excitement. The event included trunk or treat, bounce houses, carnival games, family-friendly entertainment, food trucks and a haunted house. Costumes and candy were in abundance and Council Member John Meredith expresses his appreciation for all the [ more ]
Read MoreVisit from Australia
October 11, 2024
Council Member Meredith recently met with Samuel Riordan, a political officer from Australia and a member of the Distinguished Humphrey Fellowship Program on Leadership. Riordan learned in the meeting how leadership skills are fostered in the Council office, the roles Meredith has on the Council and how strategies are formed to address issues within the City. The meeting was coordinated with the help of Global Ties Alabama.
Read MoreFun at State of the City
October 11, 2024
Council Member John Meredith attended the annual State of the City address delivered by Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle, a basketball-themed event based on the Mayor’s “sweet 16” years in office. Meredith also signed a basketball along with other Council members and Mayor Battle that was given away to a lucky ticketholder as part of the event’s festivities. Meredith looks forward to working in the coming year with the Mayor’s office and Council [ more ]
Read MoreHonoring Kenny Anderson
October 11, 2024
Council Member John Meredith presented a resolution honoring Kenny Anderson for his 11 years as the City’s Director of the Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (ODEI). The resolution recognized Anderson for his “distinguished career” and thanked him for his “decades of extraordinary service to the community.” Anderson launched several initiatives in leading ODEI, including Jazz in the Park-Huntsville, Huntsville Civic Engagement Academy and the City’s intern program.
Read MoreFood Bank of North Alabama funding
October 11, 2024
During discussions on the budget, Council Member John Meredith introduced a budget amendment to provide $150,000 to the Food Bank of North Alabama (FBNA) for the organization’s building project, which Council unanimously supported. The money was redistributed from the road resurfacing budget and constitutes a one-time award to FBNA. The organization can seek future awards through the Special Appropriations application process.
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