Category: District 4
City of Huntsville to use pandemic relief funds on public safety, parks and infrastructure
November 5, 2021
The City of Huntsville will have more than $30 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to spend on public safety, parks, infrastructure and recruitment. Administered by the U.S. Department of the Treasury, ARPA provides $350 billion to eligible state, local, territorial and Tribal governments to offset losses incurred by the COVID-19 pandemic. The City of Huntsville will receive $34.4 million in Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (CSLFRF) [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville Animal Services announces ‘spooktacular’ adoption event
October 22, 2021
With Halloween is fast approaching, those with a loving home who get a kick out of dressing up their furry friends should take advantage of a “spooktacular” offer from Huntsville Animal Services (HAS). The shelter is now offering adult canines and felines at a reduced rate of $10, though some exclusions apply. Puppies and kittens can be adopted for as little as $50. HAS Director Dr. Karen Sheppard said kennels are at [ more ]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville presents foundational redistricting plan
October 14, 2021
The City of Huntsville’s redistricting team presented a proposed redistricting plan to City Council during its regularly scheduled meeting Thursday. The draft plan will be available on HuntsvilleAL.gov/redistricting for members of the public to review. This draft plan sets the baseline document from which members of the public can submit recommendations for adjustments. Additionally, citizens can submit their own plan for consideration. After careful consideration, Council will adopt a final redistricting [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville-Madison County Emergency Management Agency unveils new website
October 7, 2021
The Huntsville-Madison County Emergency Management Agency (HMCEMA) is inviting the public to check out its new website, which includes the Huntsville area’s best resources for emergency preparedness information. Completion of the new Huntsville-Madison County Emergency Management Agency website comes just ahead of the start of North Alabama’s secondary severe weather season, which spans November and December. The organization’s website, madisoncountyalema.gov, features timely information on topics to not only safeguard residents, but also [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville Animal Services invites the public to come pick a ‘pumpkin’
October 5, 2021
During the fall season, people go to great lengths to pick a perfect pumpkin to carve or display. Similar care should be taken when picking out a furry friend. Just as farmers markets, pumpkin patches and grocery stores have a seemingly endless supply of colorful pumpkins and gourds, Huntsville Animal Services (HAS) has plenty of animals of all shapes and sizes ready to be picked. In some cases, a new friend [ more ]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville announces launch of free redistricting software
September 30, 2021
Huntsville residents who would like to be involved in the ongoing redistricting process can now create their own plan using free software, provided by the City of Huntsville. The software, available here, gives constituents a voice in how City Council districts will be redrawn. “While we have always welcomed input and the ability to meet with the Redistricting Team to create a plan, we wanted an online option so residents could [ more ]
Read MoreCome lasso a new ‘pawdner’ at Huntsville Animal Services
September 13, 2021
Riding down the hot and dusty trail of life is no fun alone, which is why Huntsville Animal Services (HAS) is inviting the public to come lasso a new “pawdner” at a reduced rate. The shelter continues to receive 10-15 dogs and cats daily, which means the same amount need to be rescued, adopted or fostered each day to prevent overcrowding and save lives. To encourage adoption of available critters, HAS [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville Animal Services to waive adoption fees this week
September 7, 2021
In an effort to reduce overcrowded kennels, Huntsville Animal Services (HAS) is waiving adoption fees on all adult cats and dogs through Saturday, Sept. 11, though some exclusions apply. All adoptable pets are vaccinated, spayed/neutered, microchipped and come with a City license and free bag of pet food. Those unable to adopt are asked to consider fostering an animal through the shelter’s foster program. Click here to see photos, ages and descriptions [ more ]
Read MoreGet the scoop! Huntsville Animal Services to host ice cream social
September 2, 2021
The Dog Days of Summer are gone, but Alabama’s hottest season will be around for at least another three weeks. For two days only, Huntsville Animal Services (HAS) is offering a way to beat the heat while also clearing out its overcrowded kennels. From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, Sept. 3 and Saturday, Sept. 4, HAS will host an ice cream social at its facility at 4950 Triana Boulevard in [ more ]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville Municipal Offices Closed for Labor Day
September 1, 2021
City of Huntsville municipal offices will close Monday, Sept. 6, for Labor Day. This includes Animal Services, Public Transit (Orbit and Access) and Municipal Court. City offices will reopen at 8 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 7. Garbage Collection: Residential collection will be delayed by one day the week of Sept. 6-10. Monday’s collection will be picked up Tuesday, Tuesday’s will be collected Wednesday and so on. Parks & Recreation: All facilities will be closed, except for [ more ]
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