News & Updates
Supporting Huntsville’s next generation of readers
May 18, 2023
Council President Meredith enjoyed reading to students at Providence Elementary School and Madison Academy in April. If you would like to volunteer, please reach out to a local school or library branch near you, especially if you are bilingual and can help with translation. You could make a big difference in a young person’s life.
Read MoreFood City planting roots in Huntsville
May 18, 2023
A new grocery retailer is coming to Huntsville! Last month, Council approved a development agreement to bring Food City to the Huntsville market. A store will come to District 5 during Phase II of the agreement and is expected to be located on County Line Road near I-565. Most all locations will offer additional spaces to create entirely new retail centers. This is a win-win in providing retail opportunities to areas that [ more ]
Read MoreDid you watch? Check out latest episode of Council President’s Forum
May 18, 2023
Council President Meredith recently hosted a great forum with City Administrator John Hamilton, Huntsville Sports Commission Executive Director Mark Russell and Huntsville City FC Managing Director of Business Operations Chad Emerson about efforts to make the Rocket City a premier sports destination for athletes across the state, nation and world. If you missed it, no worries. You can watch the show on HSV-TV (Comcast 1088/62 or WOW 42) or replay it [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville board seeks nominations for Air Pollution Control Achievement Awards
May 17, 2023
The City of Huntsville’s Air Pollution Control Board wants to recognize businesses or industries that are good stewards of our environment. The City of Huntsville’s Air Pollution Control Board wants to recognize businesses or industries that are good stewards of our environment. (Credit: Marty Sellers / GTEC) Through May 31, the board is accepting nominations for the 2023 Air Pollution Control Achievement Awards. Established in 1997, the program recognizes the voluntary efforts [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville earns top ranking in U.S. News & World Report Best Places to Live
May 15, 2023
Huntsville has been named the second-best place to live in the United States by U.S. News & World Report’s 2023-2024 rankings. The city’s thriving job market, low cost of living and high quality of life were cited as the primary reasons for its top ranking. Mayor Tommy Battle expressed his excitement and pride in the city’s achievement, stating, “We have always known that Huntsville is a great place to live, work, [ more ]
Read MoreTraffic Alert: High school graduation road closures
May 12, 2023
The Huntsville Police Department (HPD) anticipates heavy pedestrian and vehicle traffic near the Von Braun Center on the afternoon and evening of Monday, May 15, due to graduation ceremonies. Monroe Street between Clinton Avenue and the intersection of Monroe and Williams Avenue will be closed in both directions. Officers from HPD Traffic Services Unit will assist with traffic control. Access to the road closure area will be restricted to limited mobility drop-off [ more ]
Read MoreRenewed planning effort to provide fresh analysis of West Huntsville opportunities
May 11, 2023
Huntsville’s boundaries have grown over the past decade, prompting the City to update its long-term planning efforts along its western corridor. The City on Thursday authorized an agreement with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc., to conduct market analysis and visioning for future development in West Huntsville along Interstate 65. The City of Huntsville has contracted with a consultant to conduct market analysis and envisioning for future development in West Huntsville along Interstate 65. [ more ]
Read MoreNorth Huntsville road project to improve safety for commuters
May 11, 2023
A much-needed roadway improvement project will result in a safer commute for drivers in North Huntsville. City Council on Thursday authorized Mayor Tommy Battle to enter into an agreement with low bidder Grayson Carter & Son Contracting Inc. to make improvements to Monroe Road from Pulaski Pike to 1 mile east of Liberty Hill Road. The total contract amount is $4.7 million. Kathy Martin, Huntsville’s Director of Engineering, said the project was [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville introduces plan to help boost revenue, commerce in downtown area
May 11, 2023
The City of Huntsville will soon consider an ordinance to declare certain property as surplus and enter into a lease agreement with a new-to-market restaurant concept. During the regularly scheduled City Council meeting Thursday, the City introduced an ordinance to declare a 7,000-square-foot parcel of land near the southwest corner of Cleveland Avenue Northwest and Meridian Street North as surplus. Officials have determined that no City department or division needs the [ more ]
Read MoreNext phase of Huntsville Aquatics Center moves forward with Legacy Pool renovation
May 11, 2023
The Huntsville City Council has approved a construction agreement for phase four of the Huntsville Aquatics Center. The $6.4 million contract with Garber Construction Company involves an extensive renovation of the Legacy Pool. Improvements will include new bleachers, a new exhaust system and LED lighting. The windows and wall panels will be replaced. Roof panels will be replaced or repaired. There will also be updates to the pool and deck area, [ more ]
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