Category: City Council
Don’t let fallen leaves create neighborhood hazards and headaches
October 15, 2026
While the season for mowing lawns is almost over, the season for attending to falling leaves is just beginning. Despite the beauty they provide as the summer temperatures finally cool, they can be a hazard if not collected. Flooding, street damage and safety hazards When leaves pile up along the curb or slip into storm drains, they can block vital drainage pathways. During heavy rain, water has nowhere to go, backing up [more]
Read MoreCity Council certifies results of municipal election District 3 runoff
September 29, 2026
The City Council canvassed the results of the municipal election District 3 runoff during a special session. Incumbent Jennie Robinson was certified the winner with 3,776 votes (52.36%). Liliana Peinder had 3,436 votes (47.64%). Voter turnout in the runoff was 19.89%. District 2 Council Member David Little and District 4 Council Member Bill Kling were certified as winners on Sept. 1 All officials elected during the 2026 municipal election will be sworn into office on [more]
Read MoreHuntsville City Council approves 2027 fiscal year balanced operating budget
September 24, 2026
With a focus on infrastructure and quality of life, the Huntsville City Council passed the operating budget for the 2027 fiscal year as well as two long-range capital plan budgets. New road improvement projects along with road resurfacing and maintenance total close to $40 million while the City continues to invest in parks and greenways. Public safety remain a priority with authorization for 18 additional public safety personnel and plans for [more]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville offering funding for Mill Creek façade improvements
August 27, 2026
Funding for exterior improvements is available for business and property owners in the Choice Neighborhood Mill Creek project following City of Huntsville approval of a contract hiring Strozier Construction Company as the project’s general contractor. The Mill Creek Façade Improvement Grant Program, funded through the City’s Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program, provides a maximum project cost of $24,999 per eligible property. Owners contribute 10% of [more]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville approves creation of tax increment financing district
July 9, 2026
The City of Huntsville approved the creation of a tax increment financing (TIF) district designed to fund a major expansion at the Von Braun Center (VBC) and other infrastructure projects in the downtown area. Known as TIF 9, it does not create a new tax. TIF districts capture revenue stemming from future growth in property tax revenue generated by new development within the district. Property tax rates are not increased and [more]
Read MoreRyan Renaud declared winner of Huntsville school board seat
July 9, 2026
The Huntsville City Council voted to declare incumbent Ryan Renaud as the winner of the District 4 seat on the Huntsville City Schools Board of Education. When qualifications for municipal elections ended on June 23, Renaud was the only candidate in District 4. According to state law, a City Council shall declare an unopposed municipal candidate as the winner, upon proper certification. The municipal election is Tuesday, Aug. 25, for City Council races [more]
Read MoreCelebrate July 4 downtown: What to know before you go
July 1, 2026
The City of Huntsville is excited to welcome residents and visitors downtown on Saturday, July 4, for an afternoon and evening of patriotic fun celebrating America’s 250th birthday. Festivities begin at 4 p.m. in Big Spring Park and conclude with the American Eras Parade and a spectacular fireworks display. Plan your day Visitors are encouraged to arrive early, explore downtown shops and restaurants and enjoy a full slate of family-friendly activities before [more]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville offices to close for Juneteenth
June 16, 2026
City of Huntsville municipal offices will close Friday, June 19, for Juneteenth. This includes Animal Services, Huntsville Transit and Municipal Court. Residential garbage collection will not be affected. City offices will reopen at 8 a.m. on Monday, June 22. Parks & Recreation: Get-A-Way Skate Park and Kids’ Space as well as the Dr. Richard Showers, Sr. Splash Pad and the Everybody Can Play Splash Pad will be open during their usual hours. Public Safety: [more]
Read MoreCity Council to consider ordinance clarifying requirements for privately operated paid parking lots
June 12, 2026
The Huntsville City Council introduced an ordinance at its June 11 meeting aimed at reducing confusion surrounding privately owned parking lots that offer public parking for a fee. Many downtown businesses make their private parking lots available to the public, providing additional and convenient parking options. “Downtown Huntsville continues to grow as a destination for dining, shopping and entertainment, and accessible parking plays a major role in that success,” said Ron Poteat, [more]
Read MoreHuntsville approves road resurfacing contracts for more than 60 streets
May 28, 2026
The City of Huntsville approved two contracts for roadwork projects in the second phase of the 2026 fiscal year resurfacing budget. Rogers Group was awarded the bid for residential street resurfacing for $4,985,450. Lambert Contracting LLC will handle concrete improvements and ADA upgrades under a contract worth $3,465,877. More than 60 residential streets are included in the second phase. The City has increased its resurfacing budget for 2026 by $500,000 to more than [more]
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