Category: District 4
City of Huntsville approves Kids’ Space renovation agreement
April 14, 2022
The City of Huntsville will move forward with plans to upgrade Kids’ Space after City Council approved a $6.8 million construction contract Thursday night. The Council voted to allow Mayor Tommy Battle to enter into an agreement between the City and general contractor Miller & Miller, Inc., for Phase II of Kids’ Space at John Hunt Park. Per the agreement, the project will include the following: New playground equipment and surfacing New park area [more]
Read MoreHuntsville Transit providing free rides to college students, staff next week
April 13, 2022
College students and staff members who are passionate about the environment can give the planet a lift next week while getting a lift from Huntsville Transit. From April 18-22, anyone presenting a valid college ID can board a Huntsville Orbit bus for free. The offer applies to students, staff and faculty at all Huntsville-area colleges and universities. The promotion is Huntsville Transit’s way of celebrating Earth Day on April 22. Huntsville’s Operation [more]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville announces Good Friday closures
April 12, 2022
The City of Huntsville’s municipal offices and Municipal Court will close Friday, April 15, in observance of Good Friday. City offices will reopen at 8 a.m. Monday, April 18. Because garbage collection occurs Monday-Thursday, there will be no change to service. Huntsville Transit will operate a normal schedule for both Orbit fixed-route buses and Access paratransit service Friday and Saturday. All Huntsville Parks & Recreation facilities will close Friday but operate on a normal [more]
Read MoreHistory 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 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 MoreCity of Huntsville District 4 annual postcard survey now available
March 4, 2022
Huntsville City Council Member Bill Kling is hosting his annual postcard survey concerning issues in District 4 and the broader community. Postcards are being distributed in numerous restaurants, libraries, fraternal lodges and other facilities across the district. This is an opportunity for citizens to give input on the topics that matter to them. The postcard survey will only be available in March. For more information, please email Council Member Kling at [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]
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