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Mayor Tommy Battle, Council Members John Meredith and Michelle Watkins take oath of office; Council elects new president

November 4, 2024 Click to view Mayor Tommy Battle, Council Members John Meredith and Michelle Watkins take oath of office; Council elects new president

Surrounded by family and friends, Mayor Tommy Battle and Council Members John Meredith and Michelle Watkins were sworn into office to begin four-year terms, each pledging to advance Huntsville’s progress. Beginning his fifth term, Mayor Battle took the oath from Municipal Judge Lonzo Robinson. The Mayor was accompanied by his son, Drew Battle, daughter-in-law Lauren Battle and grandsons George and Benjamin Battle. Mayor Battle shakes hands with Municipal Court Judge Lonzo Robinson [more]

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Branch out for the environment with Mayor Battle at the City’s annual Tree Planting Day

November 1, 2024 Click to view Branch out for the environment with Mayor Battle at the City’s annual Tree Planting Day

Join Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle in planting 300 trees in Brahan Spring Park at the City’s annual Tree Planting Day on Saturday, Nov. 2, from 9 a.m. to noon. This year’s event will feature a wide variety of trees, including oaks, maples, bald cypress, river birch, yellow poplar, southern magnolia, redbuds, dogwoods, and elms, as the City takes another step toward creating a greener Huntsville. The planting will occur near the area [more]

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Mayor Battle proclaims Nov. 1-11 as Veterans Week in Huntsville

November 1, 2024 Click to view Mayor Battle proclaims Nov. 1-11 as Veterans Week in Huntsville

The City of Huntsville will celebrate Nov. 1-11 as Veterans Week to give special recognition to veterans and military families for their past and present sacrifices to keep America safe. “There isn’t a community in the country that admires and respects its veterans more than Huntsville,” said Mayor Battle. “Beginning today through Nov. 11, we will observe this special week by participating in ceremonies, recognitions and events designed to show our [more]

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Mayor Battle proclaims Community Planning Month in Huntsville

October 10, 2024 Click to view Mayor Battle proclaims Community Planning Month in Huntsville

As Huntsville sees rapid growth, it is essential to plan for current needs as well as future demands. City planners diligently work to craft this strategy, ensuring residents’ quality of life is not only preserved but also enhanced. October, which is National Community Month, celebrates those efforts, and Mayor Tommy Battle has proclaimed Community Planning Month in Huntsville. The celebration includes events that invite public participation and features displays at City [more]

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Council approves $330 million municipal budget for FY25

September 26, 2024 Click to view Council approves $330 million municipal budget for FY25

The Huntsville City Council approved a balanced $328,166,362 operating budget for Fiscal Year 2025 at a Sept. 26 meeting. The budget, proposed by Mayor Tommy Battle, included two amendments. Council voted to increase its discretionary fund from $375,000 to $500,000 and to contribute $150,000 to the Food Bank of North Alabama to offset expenses incurred for its new building campaign. To cover the increase and remain within a balanced budget, the [more]

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South Star Festival: Huntsville departments working together to ensure smooth event

September 24, 2024 Click to view South Star Festival: Huntsville departments working together to ensure smooth event

The countdown is on for the inaugural South Star Festival, set for Saturday and Sunday at the John Hunt Park Festival Grounds. Several City departments are collaborating closely to ensure the event runs smoothly for attendees as well as residents and business owners. This coordination provides a solid foundation for the festival’s future growth. Leading up to the event, the City made infrastructure improvements to the Festival Grounds, though some were already [more]

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Sweet 16: Mayor Tommy Battle delivers 2024 State of the City address

September 10, 2024 Click to view Sweet 16: Mayor Tommy Battle delivers 2024 State of the City address

Touting Huntsville as a championship city with a long list of wins during his tenure, Mayor Tommy Battle delivered his 16th State of the City address to more than 1,200 people at a sold-out luncheon at the Von Braun Center’s Saturn Ballroom. Serving as mayor for his 16th year, Mayor Battle likened the City’s successes to a basketball team that advanced to the elite level of the Sweet 16 in a [more]

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City of Huntsville secures $21M for Holmes Avenue revamp

September 6, 2024 Click to view City of Huntsville secures $21M for Holmes Avenue revamp

A $21.6 million federal grant will provide significant safety enhancements along a 3.25-mile stretch of Holmes Avenue between downtown and the campus of the University of Alabama in Huntsville. The initiative also bolsters the City’s efforts to create a multimodal transportation network through the busy corridor, which currently lacks essential safety features for cyclists and pedestrians. The project also aligns with the City’s goal of zero roadway fatalities or serious injuries [more]

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Mayor Tommy Battle, City leaders cut ribbon on state-of-the-art Transit Center

August 29, 2024 Click to view Mayor Tommy Battle, City leaders cut ribbon on state-of-the-art Transit Center

Arriving at 521 Pratt Ave. by Orbit bus, City leaders cut the ribbon on a new downtown Transit Center that expands services and amenities available to customers. The facility’s 14 bus bays ensure capacity for the fleet and plenty of space for riders to board and disembark. The bays are 45 feet in length, allowing bus arrivals and departures in a more convenient setting. Director of Parking and Public Transit Quisha Bryant [more]

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Ground broken on new west Huntsville recreation center

August 23, 2024 Click to view Ground broken on new west Huntsville recreation center

Ground is officially broken on the future west Huntsville recreation center, kicking off a year-long construction project to build a new place to play in the City’s fifth district. The one-story, 27,350-square-foot facility located at 150 Martin Road, just west of Zierdt Road. The facility’s design mirrors the Mark Russell Recreation Center on Taylor Road, which is typically one of Huntsville Parks & Recreation’s busiest centers. It’s an exciting step forward in [more]

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