Category: District 5
Significant Mill Creek redevelopment earns prestigious $50M HUD grant
July 17, 2024
The City of Huntsville and the Huntsville Housing Authority have been awarded a prestigious $50 million Choice Neighborhood Implementation (CNI) Grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to help revitalize and transform the area surrounding Butler Terrace and Johnson Towers. The grant sets the stage for a $350 million investment to redevelop the 27-acre site, now known as Mill Creek, into a mixed-income community with workforce housing, [more]
Read MoreTrademark Drive improvements
July 5, 2024
Drivers in D5 will see more efficient traffic flow with the completion of a left turn lane on Trademark Drive at the intersection with Wall Triana Highway. This road improvement project is the result of constituent input and it will make a big difference in D5 to drivers detoured to Trademark Drive due to the closure of Martin Road/James Record Road for a bridge replacement.
Read MoreNew City Hall tours
July 5, 2024
The popularity of City Hall tours by Arts Huntsville this summer has led to the addition of more tours. After tours on the second Saturdays of June, July and August filled up, Arts Huntsville scheduled two additional docent-led Saturday tours on July 13 and Aug. 10 at 1 p.m. The tours spotlight the nine works of public art displayed throughout City Hall. Click here to register.
Read MoreParks and Recreation Month
July 5, 2024
July is Parks and Recreation Month and this year’s theme, “Find Where You Belong,” spotlights the City’s commitment to enhancing resident experiences through robust parks and greenways as well as promoting recreational opportunities. City recreation centers will host open house events from 6-7 p.m. each Tuesday in July to encourage residents to learn more about facilities and programming, along with a full slate of events scheduled throughout the month. Learn more [more]
Read MoreMPO Bike Plan open house
July 5, 2024
Do you have suggestions or ideas on how to make bicycling in Huntsville safer or connectivity more efficient? If so, the Huntsville Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) wants to hear from you. A public input session on developing the bike plan will be held Wednesday, July 24, from 4-7 p.m. at First Baptist Church (600 Governors Drive). Also, feedback can be provided through an interactive bike map and an online survey.
Read MoreEnforcement of hands-free ordinance begins
July 5, 2024
The City’s hands-free ordinance strives to make roads safer by prohibiting the handling of wireless communication devices while driving with the aim to eliminate distracted driver accidents. Following a six-month education period, the City began enforcing the ordinance on July 1. Read more about the ordinance here.
Read MoreSave the date for July town hall
July 5, 2024
Join Council Member John Meredith for his monthly town hall on Tuesday, July 9, at 6 p.m. at Hope Church (1861 Balch Road, Madison). The meeting will focus on development in the district and Meredith’s guest will be Shane Davis, the City’s Director of Urban and Economic Development. You can submit questions here for Meredith to address at the town hall.
Read MoreD5 Forum on new City Hall
July 5, 2024
The D5 Forum in June shone a spotlight on the new City Hall. City leaders discussed various aspects of the project and how this new highlight to the city skyline came about. The hidden treasures in the building, however, are the nine works of public art on display. Several artists joined the forum and gave remarkable insight into how their work evolved into the beautiful pieces now displayed. Click to [more]
Read MoreRoads the topic at D5 Town Hall
July 5, 2024
Council Member Meredith’s monthly town hall meeting focused on roads in District 5. City Engineer Kathy Martin joined Meredith in discussing various road projects, including Phase II of Martin Road and work on Old Monrovia Road to make it more pedestrian-friendly. Meredith appreciated everyone who attended and offered feedback.
Read MoreNew recreation center in west Huntsville
July 5, 2024
A new recreation center in D5 is expected to open in summer 2025 after City Council approved a construction contract. The facility will be located on Martin Road just west of Zierdt Road.
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