Category: Mayor Tommy Battle
History in the making: Constructing a new City Hall, expanding Big Spring Park
April 11, 2022
The City of Huntsville hosted a ceremonial groundbreaking today to celebrate construction of its new $90 million municipal complex. The seven-story building and parking garage is being built on a 1.8-acre site across the street from the present City Hall on Fountain Circle. “The new municipal building will be 2 ½ times larger than our present City Hall,” said Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle. “When it opens in about two years, we [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville Animal Services asks public to ‘spring’ pooches from kennels
April 8, 2022
Huntsville Animal Services (HAS) is issuing an urgent plea for adopters and fosters as it grapples with an influx of homeless pets. The shelter took in nearly 60 owner-surrendered dogs and strays over the course of three days this week, which is nearly three times more than normal for this time of year. To help clear the shelter, adoption fees have dropped to $10 for most adult dogs, though some exclusions [ more ]
Read MoreGet eggs-cited! Easter Bunny to headline inaugural Huntsville Eggstravaganza
April 4, 2022
UPDATE: Due to inclement weather, Huntsville Parks & Recreation’s community-wide Eggstravaganza set for Saturday, April 16, is moving indoors to the Jaycee Community Building at John Hunt Park. More info: https://bit.ly/3JOIpVR. The City of Huntsville and Parks & Recreation Department invite you to attend the inaugural Eggstravaganza on Saturday, April 16. The free egg hunt, designed for children ages 2-12, will take place from 9-11 a.m. at John Hunt Park, 2151 Airport [ more ]
Read MoreTake a ride with us: Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle announces official launch of Token Transit
March 30, 2022
Huntsville Transit patrons now have an easier way to move around the City following the official launch of Token Transit, a free smartphone app. Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle and Parking and Public Transit Director Quisha Bryant announce the official launch of Token Transit March 30 at the Huntsville Transit station. Available in the App Store for iPhone and Google Play for Android devices, Token Transit allows Orbit and Access riders to purchase [ more ]
Read More‘Dog Gone Lucky’: Huntsville Animal Services urges action on homeless pets
March 9, 2022
With St. Patrick’s Day just around the corner, Huntsville Animal Services (HAS) is inviting community members to give a homeless pet a lucky break. In honor of the annual observance, HAS is slashing adoption fees for some dogs as part of a “Dog Gone Lucky” promotion, which runs through March 19. Some dogs can be adopted for as little as $10 or $35, though some exclusions apply. Puppies and kittens can [ more ]
Read MoreDeadline extended to submit nomination for 2022 Huntsville Beautification Awards
March 3, 2022
The City of Huntsville’s Beautification Board is now accepting nominations for the 2022 Huntsville Beautification Awards. The deadline to submit the 2022 entry form and $25 fee for each property nominated has been extended to Tuesday, April 15. Judging will take place after Memorial Day. Due to COVID-19, the Beautification Board did not judge properties in 2020 and 2021. Properties that received a Beautification Award in 2019 were reinspected in 2021 to [ more ]
Read MoreHelp meowt! Huntsville Animal Services to celebrate International Rescue Cat Day
February 25, 2022
Huntsville residents in need of a whiskered, purring companion are urged to bring home a cat or kitten from Huntsville Animal Services (HAS) in honor of International Rescue Cat Day. Observed annually on March 2, International Rescue Cat Day is designed to raise awareness about homeless cats and kittens and encourage adoptions. HAS Director Dr. Karen Sheppard said it’s also a great way to encourage people to spay and neuter their [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville Music Board, City Music Officer to host public meeting March 3
February 25, 2022
Huntsville is steadily positioning itself as a premier music city in the Southeast, and an upcoming meeting will give residents an opportunity to meet some of those setting the tempo. The Huntsville Music Board and City Music Officer Matt Mandrella will host the inaugural HSV Quarterly Music Meetup on Thursday, March 3, at Mars Music Hall at 700 Monroe St. SW, Huntsville. The free social event will run from 5:30-7:30 p.m. CLICK TO ACCESS [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville Transit announces launch of new touchless fare app
February 21, 2022
Huntsville Transit customers will soon be able to purchase fares and board a bus with the few swipes of an app. Beginning Feb. 22, Token Transit will be accepted on all Orbit and Access buses. The app makes it easier for smartphone users to ride while also providing a contactless payment method for operators. The Token Transit app is available in the App Store for iPhone and Google Play for Android devices. “This [ more ]
Read MorePolice Department Chief Mark McMurray announces retirement
February 18, 2022
Huntsville Police Chief Mark McMurray announced today he will officially retire March 1, after more than three decades with the City of Huntsville. McMurray, who joined HPD in 1986 after serving as a Tennessee Valley Authority firefighter and security officer at Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant, modernized the department and prioritized community policing during his six-year tenure as Chief of Police. “I want to thank Mayor Tommy Battle for the opportunity to lead [ more ]
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