Category: District 5
Something spooky is coming in October
September 19, 2023
Keep an eye out for a “spook-tacular” Council President’s Forum in October. Instead of a live event, Council President Meredith will go behind the scenes at some of Huntsville’s most bewitching happenings throughout the month. From Lowe Mill’s Monster Bash Halloween Dance Party to the Huntsville Ghost Walk to the Halloween Party & Haunted House at The Orion Amphitheater, there’s something for everyone in October. The pre-recorded episode will stream live [more]
Read MoreAccelerating change in sustainable water management
September 19, 2023
During its Aug. 24 meeting, City Council recognized international guests and winners from the Space4Youth Competition, sponsored by the United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs and the Space Generation Advisory Council. The Space4Youth winners were selected based on their essays that considered space as a tool to accelerate change in sustainable water resources management, hydrology and the protection of aquatic ecosystems.
Read MoreDistrict 5 Town Hall recap for September
September 19, 2023
Council President Meredith extends his deepest gratitude to all who attended his town hall events last month in District 5. These meetings are a great opportunity for citizens to connect with their Council representative, ask questions and gain valuable insights about what’s happening in the D5 community.
Read MoreCouncil President’s Forum: All about schools
September 19, 2023
Did you miss this month’s Council President’s Forum on Huntsville City Schools (HCS)? If so, no problem! The latest installment is ready to view at HuntsvilleAL.gov/videos. Thank you to Superintendent Dr. Clarence Sutton and his amazing team for their in-depth presentation on HCS’ programming, strategic plan, safety efforts and more. Our City is lucky to have such a passionate group of individuals who care deeply for our students’ safety, health, happiness [more]
Read MoreHuntsville City Council improvement funds support quality-of-life projects, nonprofits
August 16, 2023
A discretionary improvement fund established for each Huntsville City Council district is helping to improve quality of life for citizens across all parts of our community. (From left to right) District 2 Council Member David Little, District 3 Council Member Dr. Jennie Robinson, District 5 Council Member John Meredith, District 4 Council Member Bill Kling and District 1 Council Member Devyn Keith. The City Council proposed a resolution last year that would [more]
Read MoreLimestone County landowner requests City of Huntsville annexation
August 10, 2023
An ordinance introduced at the Aug. 10 Huntsville City Council meeting calls for the acceptance of more than 695 acres in Limestone County into the City of Huntsville. The annexation requests were made by three individual landowners whose properties lie west of Interstate 65 and east of Springfield Road. “Huntsville’s western corridor continues to develop at a healthy pace, and we welcome the opportunity to bring this acreage into our portfolio of [more]
Read MoreRaytheon hosts ribbon-cutting for Interceptor Engineering Center in Huntsville
August 10, 2023
This week, City Council President John Meredith attended Raytheon’s ribbon cutting ceremony for its new Interceptor Engineering Center in Huntsville. Raytheon’s advance team strives to solve complex problems in aerospace and defense by creating sustainable, more connected flight, smarter defense systems, and intelligent space technologies. “Huntsville is known for being home to many exceptional engineers and technical specialists, and therefore I find Raytheon’s new Interceptor Engineering Center to be a great addition to [more]
Read MoreNew beginnings at Huntsville West Industrial Park
August 3, 2023
Council President Meredith was honored to join Triad Properties, Fairway Investments and ARCO/Murray on Wednesday to break ground on the planned Huntsville West Industrial Park on 7620 Greenbrier Parkway. The event kicked off construction of the 385,232-square-foot development, which will serve our community well for decades to come.
Read MoreGet the latest on Huntsville business and economic development
August 3, 2023
If you missed the August edition of the Council President’s Forum with John Meredith, we’ve got you covered. The event, which provided a business and economic development update, featured terrific guests representing the Huntsville/Madison County Chamber, Downtown Huntsville, Inc., North Huntsville Business Association and South Huntsville Main Business Association. Check our the latest episode on HSV-TV (Comcast 1088/16 or WOW 42) or tune in anytime on our website.
Read MoreMark your calendar: D5 Town Hall events in August
August 3, 2023
Come out Tuesday, Aug. 8, at 6 p.m. for the next District 5 Town Hall geared toward the Capshaw, Harbin, Balch and Old Railroad Bed communities. Please note this meeting was originally slated for mid-July but was rescheduled due to severe weather. Another town hall for the Rockhouse Landing/Rabbit Lane communities will take place Tuesday, Aug. 15, at 6 p.m. at New Hope Cumberland Presbyterian Church, 28520 Wall St. in Madison. To [more]
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