Category: District 4
Huntsville City Council seeks to clarify proposed bylaw changes
July 8, 2021
The Huntsville City Council is seeking to clarify proposed changes to its bylaws, which would streamline how Council conducts City business. Those changes, introduced at the June 24 meeting, will be considered tonight. If enacted, the changes would amend Divisions 1 and 2 of Article III City Council of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Huntsville, Alabama. By modifying the bylaws, the Council hopes to conduct City business in a [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville Animal Services issues urgent plea for adopters, fosters
July 2, 2021
Anyone wanting a furry buddy to help guard the grill this July Fourth weekend or to curl up with after a long day at the pool, consider adopting or fostering an animal from Huntsville Animal Services (HAS). As the Independence Day holiday approaches, there are more than 100 animals in need of freedom from the confines of the shelter’s kennels. To that end, HAS is issuing an urgent plea for both [ more ]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville Municipal Offices Closed July 5 for July Fourth Holiday
June 30, 2021
City of Huntsville municipal offices will be closed Monday, July 5, in observance of the July Fourth holiday. This includes Animal Services and Municipal Court. City offices will reopen at 8 a.m. Tuesday, July 6. Garbage Collection: Residential collection will be delayed one day the week of July 5-9. Monday’s collection will be picked up Tuesday, Tuesday’s will be Wednesday and so on. Public Transit: Orbit and Access will operate a normal [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville Animal Services ‘barking’ at the seams
June 15, 2021
HUNTSVILLE, AL – With so many dog of all ages, sizes and colors, Huntsville Animal Services is barking – er bursting – at the seams. To help clear the kennels, the Shelter has lowered adoption fees to just $10 this week, though some exceptions may apply. Most of the dogs are ages 1 and older and are waiting for a forever home. Some have been at the Shelter too long and [ more ]
Read MoreCouncil approves $1.2 million contract for Huntsville Animal Services renovation
June 14, 2021
An upcoming third expansion and renovation at Huntsville Animal Services will help streamline day-to-day operations while also saving lives of adoptable pets. At its June 10 meeting, the Huntsville City Council unanimously approved a $1.2 million agreement between Mayor Tommy Battle and Chorba Construction Services. Construction is scheduled to begin this fall. Benefits of the planned expansion at Huntsville Animal Services include a larger surgical suite, streamlined laundry operations and a bay [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville City Council approves agreement to develop former Coca Cola bottling site
June 10, 2021
Plans to develop a new urban center on 13 acres in the heart of downtown Huntsville advanced Thursday night after the City Council unanimously approved three project agreement resolutions. The resolutions represent the first step in a partnership between the City and New York City-based Rocket Development Partners LLC to develop the site of the former Coca-Cola bottling plant at 514 Clinton St. The project investment is estimated to be $325 million. [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville City Council Appoints Ryan Renaud to District 4 School Board Seat
June 10, 2021
The Huntsville City Council on Thursday appointed Ryan Renaud to the District 4 seat on the Huntsville City School Board. Renaud was one of five candidates who interviewed for the position. The appointment fills a vacancy left by Walker McGinnis, who recently resigned from the board due to health issues. “We are grateful to all the applicants who expressed a desire to serve our community. Each one brought a unique set of [ more ]
Read MoreYour Voice Counts: Public Invited to Provide Feedback on John Hunt Park Skatepark
June 8, 2021
The community is encouraged to provide feedback on the future of John Hunt Park Skatepark during the second Skatepark Design Public Input Meeting at 6 p.m. Thursday, June 17. The two-hour interactive broadcast will be available for streaming on https://bit.ly/3g02Va9. Skateboard enthusiasts and the greater Huntsville community are invited to attend the free online event. Attendees can RSVP on Facebook. Team Pain Skateparks, the firm overseeing the project, will present feedback the public provided [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville City Council Announces District 4 School Board Candidates
May 28, 2021
– The Huntsville City Council will interview five candidates for the District 4 seat on the Huntsville City School Board during public meetings Friday, June 4, and Monday, June 7, in the seventh-floor conference room of Huntsville City Hall. The City’s selection committee received six applications for outgoing School Board Member Walker McGinnis’ term, which will expire in November 2022. One of the candidates did not meet residency requirements. The selection process requires [ more ]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville Municipal Offices Closed for Memorial Day
May 26, 2021
City of Huntsville municipal offices will be closed Monday, May 31, for Memorial Day. This includes Animal Services, Public Transit (Orbit and Access) and Municipal Court. City offices will reopen at 8 a.m. Tuesday, June 1. Garbage Collection: Residential collection will be delayed one day the week of May 31-June 4. Monday’s collection will be picked up Tuesday, Tuesday’s will be Wednesday and so on. Parks & Recreation: All facilities are closed except the splash [ more ]
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