Category: District 4
Huntsville Animal Services reduces fee for ‘genetically adoptable’ pets
May 20, 2021
It’s become increasingly popular for pet owners to submit DNA tests to determine an animal’s breed, but Huntsville Animal Services (HAS) has taken away some of the guesswork by certifying its pets as 100% genetically adoptable. Starting Friday, May 21, adopters can take home a furry companion for as little as $10. There are more than 50 dogs, puppies, cats and kittens at the shelter in need of a temporary or [ more ]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville to drop masking, distancing requirements for vaccinated individuals
May 14, 2021
HUNTSVILLE – Beginning Monday, May 17, the City of Huntsville will not require fully vaccinated individuals to wear masks or practice social distancing measures in City buildings or offices. The decision mirrors newly issued guidance by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), which says it’s safe for fully vaccinated individuals to not wear face coverings indoors in most cases. The White House and Congress announced it would also drop [ more ]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville to Recognize Peace Officers Memorial Day
May 14, 2021
HUNTSVILLE – In honor of Peace Officers Memorial Day on May 15, Mayor Tommy Battle extends his deep appreciation to law enforcement officers for their sacrifice and commitment to keeping Huntsville safe. Peace Officers Memorial Day, which falls during National Police Week, honors law enforcement officers killed or disabled in the line of duty. Because of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the City of Huntsville will observe the day in October. The Fallen Officers [ more ]
Read MoreCity, WellStone discuss program aimed at improving mental health response
May 13, 2021
During its May 13 meeting, the Huntsville City Council voted to support the continued development of a partnership between the City, Huntsville Police Department (HPD) and WellStone Behavioral Health to develop a Co-Response Program to address mental health-related calls. Huntsville City Administrator John Hamilton stands at the podium in the City Council Chambers during a presentation about a Co-Response Program. Looking on are Jeremy Blair, executive director of WellStone Behavioral Health, [ more ]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville Welcomes Alabama League of Municipalities Convention
May 13, 2021
Mayor Tommy Battle is extending a warm welcome to the Alabama League of Municipalities (ALM), which is hosting its 2021 convention in the Rocket City. The convention kicked off Wednesday evening with a reception at the Von Braun Center (VBC). The annual event allows municipal vendors and state agencies to network with City officials and employees. “We are proud to have leaders from across the state here in Huntsville,” Mayor Battle said. [ more ]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville, EMA monitoring effects of pipeline shutdown
May 12, 2021
The City of Huntsville and Huntsville-Madison County Emergency Management Agency are closely monitoring an ongoing situation created by a temporary shutdown of the Colonial Pipeline. Company officials announced the pipeline would restart Wednesday evening, but explained it could take “several days” for the supply chain to return to normal levels. The City is working with Huntsville Utilities, area hospitals, schools and public safety agencies. Officials with the City and EMA suggest residents [ more ]
Read MoreCity Council Establishes Selection Process for District 4 School Board Vacancy
May 10, 2021
HUNTSVILLE, AL – The Huntsville City Council is now accepting applications to fill a vacancy on the Huntsville City School Board. The Huntsville City School Board. From left, outgoing member Walker McGinnis (District 4), Elisa Ferrell (District 3), Superintendent Christie Finley, Beth Wilder (District 2), Michelle Watkins (District 1) and Carlos Mathews (District 5). The District 4 position will become vacant following longtime educator Walker McGinnis’ resignation, which will be effective May 30. [ more ]
Read MoreHPCAC releases report on HPD protest response to City Council, makes recommendations
April 22, 2021
The Huntsville Police Citizens Advisory Council (HPCAC) presented its final report on the Huntsville Police Department’s response to 2020 protests at Thursday’s City Council meeting. The report was the culmination of 10 months of fact-finding, public meetings and interviews concerning events from May 30-June 5, 2020, in downtown Huntsville. In summary, the HPCAC addressed appropriate use of chemical agents, use of rubber bullets and the appearance of snipers by other law enforcement [ more ]
Read MoreOld Highway 20, portion of Greenbrier Parkway, opens to public Friday
April 15, 2021
Traffic moving in and out of Huntsville’s booming western corridor should flow much smoother with the dual openings of Old Highway 20 from Greenbrier Parkway to County Line Road and Greenbrier Parkway between Old Highway 20 and Mooresville Road. Both projects will be open to through traffic beginning Friday, April 16. The multimillion dollar improvements were part of the City’s infrastructure commitment to the new Mazda Toyota Manufacturing plant, expected to [ more ]
Read MoreFocusing on Huntsville’s future: An update on TIF districts
April 8, 2021
For more than a decade, the City of Huntsville has successfully financed many major improvement projects by using Tax Increment Financing, better known as TIFs. They have helped provide schools, roads, and other infrastructure to support economic development and growth. In Thursday night’s Huntsville City Council meeting, the City’s Finance Director, Penny Smith, provided an update on the City’s six TIF districts. “The TIFs are performing very well and they have played [ more ]
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