Category: District 2
Contract approved for residential street resurfacing, concrete work
January 27, 2022
About 50 residential streets within the city limits of Huntsville will see improvements this year as part of a $6.9 million resurfacing contract. The City Council on Thursday approved an agreement allowing Mayor Tommy Battle to enter into an agreement with SJ&L, the low bidder, as part of the 2022 Phase I Resurfacing Contract. Phase II will be advertised and let later this year. A $2 million contract with Midsouth Paving was also approved [ more ]
Read MoreKeeping Huntsville accessible: City asks drivers to stay off the lines
January 27, 2022
Drivers who aren’t disabled rarely pay much attention to “blue lines” in parking lots and garages, but they are a necessity for drivers who also use a wheelchair. The blue lines are part of van-accessible parking spaces, designed for vans with wheelchair lifts. Similar to accessible parking spaces, they include a 96-inch access aisle, signified by the blue-lined boxes. They also have vertical clearance to accommodate van height and include “van [ more ]
Read MoreCity 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 MoreYou’re Invited: Meet the brave first responders at Huntsville Fire & Rescue
January 6, 2022
As Huntsville Fire & Rescue recruits the best and brightest to join its ranks, the City is offering three opportunities this month for candidates to meet top leaders and learn how the department operates. The meet-and-greet events will be held Jan. 10, 20 and 29 at different times to accommodate schedules and offer more people a glimpse into the life of a firefighter. “If you’re thinking about becoming a firefighter, there’s no [ more ]
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 ]
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