Category: Top News
Senior Fishing Rodeo – Tuesday, April 30
April 28, 2019
The City of Huntsville’s Parks & Recreation department is partnering with the Huntsville/Madison County Senior Center to host a free senior Fishing Rodeo on Tuesday, April 30, between 8 a.m. and 11:30 a.m., in Brahan Spring Park’s lagoon between the Miracle League fields and Everybody Can Play playground. This event is for seniors 55+ years old. A fishing license is required for those under 65 years old. Participants must bring their own chairs, bait and equipment, and may have one line [ more ]
Read MoreWhat’s next for Huntsville’s Historic Districts?
April 25, 2019
The Huntsville Historic Preservation Commission (HHPC) will host a public meeting and brainstorming session about the health and future of the City’s four historic districts on Monday, April 29, at 5:30 p.m., in the 1st floor conference room, 320 Fountain Circle, 35801. The HHPC will offer a brief history of the locally designated districts, their purpose and impact on the community, followed by small group sessions to identify opportunities and challenges within the districts. “We’re eager to meet with [ more ]
Read MoreParking for Panoply: Municipal Garages & Street Parking
April 24, 2019
Panoply festival goers will have plenty of parking options in Downtown Huntsville April 26 – 28. For the most efficient route, the City of Huntsville is encouraging festival attendees to enter Downtown Huntsville via Jefferson Street at I-565 and choose the first available parking. Metered parking on the street will be available for the weekend at no charge. In addition to approved parking in many open private lots scattered throughout downtown, drivers [ more ]
Read MoreMayor Battle, City Schools ask voter support in reaffirming school property tax
April 22, 2019
The City of Huntsville will hold a public referendum in the coming months to ask voters to reaffirm 15.5 mills of school property tax that have supported local education as far back as 1916. A recent review of the school tax legislation indicated the City needed to update its language to ensure all Huntsville property owners are treated equitably. The current law, first written in 1916 and expanded in the 60s and [ more ]
Read MoreRace to Adopt a Pet During Animal Services Derby Days
April 22, 2019
Huntsville Animal Services is off to the races to find homes for the 15-20 pets that are brought in to the Shelter every day. You can help by adopting a dog or cat for only $5 during the Shelter’s “Derby Days” adoption special April 22 through May 4. Restrictions may apply on some pets. Adopt a special dog or cat as part of your family and help save a pet’s life. The adoption [ more ]
Read MoreMandatory Spay Neuter Pet Ordinance Helps Reduce Homeless Pet Population
April 12, 2019
Huntsville Animal Services reminds the public it is enforcing the City’s mandatory spay/neuter ordinance approved in October 2018. The Huntsville City Council adopted Ordinance No. 18-952, Section 20 (b) where all animals impounded by Huntsville Animal Services will have mandatory sterilization and microchipping. It is important that pet owners understand the new law and that if their dog or cat is impounded at the City of Huntsville Animal Services, that animal [ more ]
Read MoreAir Pollution Control Awards: Promoting a Clean Environment
April 4, 2019
Each year, the Air Pollution Control Board recognizes voluntary efforts to reduce air pollutant emissions by industrial, institutional and commercial facilities within the City. Only those projects which go beyond regulatory requirements for controlling emissions are eligible for recognition. Mayor Tommy Battle recognized six companies for achieving this goal in emission reduction. The 2018 Achievement Awards were presented to the following companies during a ceremony on April 4: BASF Catalysts, The Boeing [ more ]
Read MoreFool For Love – April’s Pet Adoption Special
April 1, 2019
No fooling, Huntsville Animal Services receives an average of 15 homeless pets every day at the Shelter. These loveable animals easily win the hearts of staff, but what they want and need is a permanent home. To help make that happen, we’re offering a “Fool for Love” adoption special from April 1-6. Most adult dogs and cats are only $20 to adopt. Restrictions may apply on some pets. The adoption package [ more ]
Read MoreWhat’s new in plans to build a new City Hall
March 28, 2019
City plans to replace the aging municipal building on Fountain Circle are moving forward with a projected construction timeline for late 2020. Mayor Tommy Battle and his administration have been working on plans for a new municipal complex for many years. The need has been long-recognized by Council and a new complex was approved by Council in the Capital Budget. Determining the location for City Hall was a key part of The [ more ]
Read MoreJoin Mayor Battle and turn a Working lunch into a Walking lunch!
March 27, 2019
Healthy Huntsville and the City of Huntsville are partnering with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama to celebrate National Walk @Lunch Day on Wednesday, April 3 between 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m., in Big Spring Park. Mayor Tommy Battle will lead a kick-off walk at 11 a.m., followed by three group walks scheduled at 30-minute intervals. After the walkabouts, participants will discover more healthy activities, free samples, and enjoy demonstrations from [ more ]
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