Category: Parks & Recreation
Spring forward to fun with Huntsville Parks & Recreation
February 20, 2023
Shake off the winter doldrums. The days are getting longer, warmer weather is on the way and it’s time to #GoPlayHSV! To that end, Huntsville Parks & Recreation invites the public to check out its new spring program guide, which offers endless options for fun and connection. Whether you’re looking for an athletic league, a new hobby or fitness routine, this is the place to start. The spring guide includes information on [ more ]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville to close early due to severe weather threat
February 16, 2023
Due to the threat of severe weather, City of Huntsville offices will close at 3 p.m. today, Feb. 16. Huntsville Municipal Court will also suspend night court and driving school. The court will send out rescheduling information to anyone affected by today’s closure. Huntsville Transit fixed-route bus and paratransit services will suspend operations at 5 p.m., with the last Orbit fixed-route buses departing the transfer station at 4 p.m. All Access paratransit [ more ]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville authorizes increased funding for Hays Farm Park
February 9, 2023
The City of Huntsville is increasing its budget for the new Hays Farm Park in South Huntsville. Huntsville upped its commitment from $3.6 million to $4.6 million for construction and development of the nine-acre park on Haysland Road. In turn, Hays Farm developer, Hylis Inc., led by John Hays, will provide another $1 million toward the project, bringing the total budget to $5.6 million. The additional funding, approved by City Council through [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville approves land purchase for new Parks & Recreation center in West Huntsville
February 9, 2023
You asked, we answered! Residents in West Huntsville have been requesting a recreation center to serve their growing neighborhoods, and Huntsville Parks & Recreation says it has found the perfect site. City Council agreed and has authorized the administration to move forward with a $1,127,115 contract to purchase approximately five acres of land on Martin Road just west of the intersection with Zeirdt Road. “This facility will be a huge addition to [ more ]
Read MoreCity approves contract to build Hays Farm Sports Park
January 26, 2023
Two new sports fields are coming soon to South Huntsville. The City approved a $2.4 million contract with Chorba Contracting Corporation to build facilities for the Hays Farm Sports Park. The contract includes two regulation-size, multipurpose fields suitable for soccer, lacrosse and other activities. The lighted turf fields will be supported by a restroom pavilion, 120 lighted parking spaces, perimeter fencing, landscaping and irrigation. The nine-acre sports park will be located on [ more ]
Read MorePhase III construction set to begin on Sandra Moon Community Complex
January 26, 2023
The City of Huntsville has awarded a $3,381,700 contract to Lambert Contracting LLC to complete Phase III of the Sandra Moon Community Complex on Bailey Cove Road. The construction contract includes a new playground, public areas, sidewalks, lawn, landscaping pedestrian lighting, irrigation system and storm drainage facilities. “This phase focuses on the landscaping, decorative lighting and walkability components of this community amenity, but the exciting component is the new playground,” said John [ 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 municipal offices closed Jan. 2 for New Year’s holiday
December 28, 2022
The City of Huntsville’s municipal offices will close Monday, Jan. 2, for the New Year’s holiday. Offices will reopen at 8 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 3. The closure will affect the following City services: Garbage Collection: Residential collection will be delayed one day the week of Jan. 2-6. Residents should leave carts at the curb until they are collected. Public Transit: Orbit fixed-route and Access paratransit services will end at 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 31. There will [ more ]
Read MoreMunicipal offices delay opening to 10 a.m. to Dec. 27
December 26, 2022
Dec. 27 UPDATE: Many roads are either closed or impassable this morning due to black ice. > more info City of Huntsville municipal offices will open at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 27, due to the possibility of early morning icy road conditions. Orbit fixed-route and Access paratransit service will begin at 9 a.m. Citizens can sign up for emergency notifications via the City of Huntsville’s website or follow the Huntsville Police Department’s Facebook and Twitter for road closures and [ more ]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville recreation centers close early due to extreme temperatures
December 23, 2022
City of Huntsville recreation centers closed early today and will not reopen until Tuesday, Dec. 27. The City is assisting TVA and Huntsville Utilities in reducing high power demand during the extreme cold weather. Due to dangerously low temperatures forecast throughout the Tennessee Valley Authority service area and the expected high electric demand expected on their system, TVA has initiated voluntary curtailment across their entire system. The City encourages residents and business [ more ]
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