Category: City Council
City of Huntsville announces hiring of new Music Officer
January 26, 2022
After a monthslong national search that yielded hundreds of applicants, the City of Huntsville has named its first Music Officer – Matt Mandrella. Mandrella’s hiring fulfills another step in Mayor Tommy Battle’s Music Initiative. As Music Officer, Mandrella will advocate for the City’s growing music sector and help oversee music-related strategic planning initiatives and economic opportunities. Battle said Mandrella’s experience in music marketing, management and business development made him an ideal fit for [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville road-widening project receives state funding
January 20, 2022
A busy Huntsville thoroughfare will undergo significant improvements as part of the Alabama Transportation Rehabilitation and Improvement Program-II (ATRIP-II) infrastructure improvement initiative. The City of Huntsville will receive $1.35 million to widen 1,600 feet of U.S. 431 (Governors Drive) from east of Franklin Street to east of Bassett Street. The City will not be required to contribute matching funds as part of the project. Mayor Tommy Battle directed his administration to work [ more ]
Read MoreHollywood legends’ causes benefit Huntsville Animal Services
January 20, 2022
The philanthropic endeavors of two Hollywood legends recently provided Huntsville Animal Services (HAS) with additional funds to care for animals at the shelter and in foster care. In December, HAS received $5,000 from the Doris Day Animal Foundation. The nonprofit organization, founded in 1978 as the Doris Day Pet Foundation, provides grants to animal rights groups and shelters to help cover senior pet care as well as spay/neuter efforts and veterinary [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville joins Alabama Purchasing Group, offers online bid platform
January 13, 2022
The City of Huntsville has joined the Alabama Purchasing Group and will be publishing and distributing upcoming bid opportunities through the BidNet Direct online platform. The Alabama Purchasing Group connects participating agencies across Alabama and provides a transparent process through which bids are available to all vendors at the same time. Huntsville will use the system to streamline the purchasing process, which includes bid management, distribution and vendor relations. How it works Registered [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville municipal offices closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day
January 12, 2022
HUNTSVILLE, AL – City of Huntsville municipal offices will be closed Monday, Jan. 17, for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. This includes Animal Services, Parks & Recreation, Public Transit and Municipal Court. Residential garbage collection will be delayed by one day the week of Jan. 17-21. Please place your can at the curb on your normal delivery day and Public Works will pick it up as soon as possible. Essential police and [ more ]
Read MoreMunicipal offices on two-hour delayed opening, Friday, Jan. 7
January 6, 2022
City of Huntsville municipal offices, including Municipal Court, will open at 10 a.m. Friday, Jan. 7, due to the possibility of early morning icy road conditions. Fixed-route Orbit transit and Access paratransit service will also operate on a two-hour delay. 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 other traffic safety information.
Read MoreMunicipal offices closing early, 2 p.m., Jan. 6
January 6, 2022
Due to the threat of inclement winter weather, City of Huntsville municipal offices will close at 2 p.m. today, Jan. 6. Huntsville Municipal Court will suspend operations Thursday, Jan. 6. The court will send out rescheduling information to anyone affected by today’s closure in the coming days. CLICK HERE FOR THE LATEST INFORMATION Huntsville Transit fixed-route bus and paratransit service will suspend operations at 3 p.m., with the last Orbit buses departing the [ more ]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville, community partners to open warming stations
January 5, 2022
Three warming centers in Huntsville will be open to anyone who needs temporary shelter from the elements. From 2 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 6, to 9 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 8, the following locations will welcome residents: University Baptist Church, 809 Jordan Lane NW (entrance at the back of the church) The Downtown Rescue Mission, 1400 Evangel Drive NW The Salvation Army, 305 Seminole Drive SW National Weather Service meteorologists are predicting high temperatures will average in [ more ]
Read More‘Golden’ opportunity: Huntsville Animal Services encourages donations in honor of Betty White
January 4, 2022
Fans of comedy legend Betty White are mourning her passing while also remembering her long, successful career on hit TV shows, including “The Golden Girls.” “Golden Girls” star Betty White was a tireless advocate for animal rights causes. White, who died Dec. 31 at age 99, was also a philanthropist, particularly when it came to animal rights causes. She donated time and resources to American Humane, Greater Los Angeles Zoo Association and [ more ]
Read MoreIgnite Your Journey: Huntsville Fire & Rescue kicks off 2022 hiring campaign
January 4, 2022
Huntsville Fire & Rescue is once again seeking highly motivated and caring difference-makers to join its growing ranks. Fire & Rescue Chief Mac McFarlen hopes to have a large pool of candidates seeking a fulfilling career with competitive pay, flexible hours, advancement opportunities, excellent retirement and insurance, and other City of Huntsville benefits. “The past couple of years have been tough on everyone, but we’re eager to see what our future holds [ more ]
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