Category: District 1
City approves $240 million retail and restaurant development in north Huntsville
November 6, 2025
The City of Huntsville approved a significant new project that will deliver more than 500,000 square feet of new retail and restaurants in north Huntsville. The transformational $240 million development project will bring extraordinary investment to the intersection of State Route 255 and Memorial Parkway (U.S. 231/431). The development will be located across Memorial Parkway from the new full-service Food City grocery store that opened in July. The development will be at [more]
Read MoreCity approves partnership to expand affordable housing in northwest Huntsville
October 23, 2025
Homeownership dreams are taking shape in northwest Huntsville with the City’s approval of an agreement with Family Services Center to turn an empty lot on Olson Street into a welcoming, affordable home for a local family. Family Services Center Inc. is a certified Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO). The agreement allows the nonprofit to use $238,750 in federal HOME Investment Partnerships funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development [more]
Read MorePlan ahead for road closures during Celebrate Education Day Parade and Festival
August 21, 2025
The Huntsville Police Department (HPD) is alerting drivers to temporary road closures in north Huntsville on Saturday, Aug. 23, for the annual Celebrate Education Day Parade and Festival. The parade may cause minor traffic delays in the morning. Drivers are encouraged to plan ahead and use alternate routes when possible. Road Closures The following roadways will close at 7:30 a.m., with reopening expected by 10 a.m.: Mastin Lake Road from Marymount Drive to Pulaski Pike Pulaski [more]
Read MoreCity Council approves annexation of 572 acres in north Huntsville
August 14, 2025
The City Council approved the annexation of 572.48 acres in north Huntsville at Thursday’s Council meeting. The land is north of Bob Wade Lane and bisected by Mt. Lebanon Road. The Sam and Rosa Harris Family Farm LLC submitted the request for annexation. The land is expected to be developed through a master planning process for residential and commercial development. The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing at its Aug. 26 meeting [more]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville commemorates National Buffalo Soldiers Day at Cavalry Hill
July 28, 2025
The City of Huntsville honored the legacy of the Buffalo Soldiers during a ceremony on Monday, July 28, at the 10th Cavalry Buffalo Soldier Memorial Monument on Poplar Avenue. Held in recognition of National Buffalo Soldiers Day, the event paid tribute to the first all-Black regiments in the U.S. Army and their historical ties to Huntsville’s Cavalry Hill, where members of the 10th Cavalry Regiment encamped from 1898-1899 following the Spanish-American [more]
Read MoreNorth Huntsville Greenway engagement session sparks community vision and momentum
July 21, 2025
The City of Huntsville Planning Department, in collaboration with expert consultants Lord Aeck Sargent, Alta Planning + Design, and Sixpitch, recently hosted a dynamic and well-attended public input meeting at City Hall for the North Huntsville Greenway. The results were nothing short of inspiring. Residents came together to share their voices, explore detailed poster renderings and roll up their sleeves in interactive charrette activities that brought new ideas to life. The [more]
Read MoreYou’re Invited! Come see what’s next for North Huntsville at the Greenway Master Plan Open House
July 12, 2025
The City of Huntsville invites you to be part of shaping the future of North Huntsville at a special Open House for the North Huntsville Greenway Master Plan. City planners are eager to hear your thoughts on Thursday, July 17, from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. (drop in anytime!) in the 2nd floor lobby at Huntsville City Hall. Come explore what’s in store for the North Huntsville Greenway – a bold, exciting project [more]
Read More‘Build Together, Play Together’: City of Huntsville celebrates Parks and Recreation Month
June 25, 2025
Celebrate Parks and Recreation Month in July with an array of fun and exciting events for the entire family. With the theme of “Build Together, Play Together,” the month highlights the vital role of parks and recreational amenities in the community. It recognizes the City’s commitment to enhancing resident experiences through parks and greenways as well as engaging recreational opportunities. Mayor Tommy Battle, District 1 Council Member Michelle Watkins and Parks & [more]
Read MoreHuntsville Parks & Recreation hosts third annual MLK Youth Basketball Clinic & Canned Food Drive
February 7, 2025
Young athletes looking to sharpen their basketball skills while giving back to the community are invited to sign up for Huntsville Parks & Recreation’s MLK Youth Basketball Clinic. The free clinic is Sunday, Feb. 23, from 1-4 p.m. at Optimist Recreation Center, 703 Oakwood Ave. NE. Led by experienced coaches, the clinic is open to boys and girls ages 8-13. A canned food donation is requested but not required. Donated items will go [more]
Read MoreCity supports affordable senior housing with HOME funds commitment
December 19, 2024
The City will allocate $889,000 in federal HOME Investment Partnerships Program funds to support the construction of an affordable housing community for seniors aged 55 and older. The project, Arbours at Moores Mill II, located at 100 Marcus Byers Drive NE, will provide 55 rental units, including 31 one-bedroom and 24 two-bedroom apartments. The funding commitment is contingent upon the project receiving an allocation of Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC) from [more]
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