Category: Mayor Tommy Battle
The Legacy Continues: Legacy Park creates environment of community fun, fitness in North Huntsville
June 28, 2023
The City of Huntsville opened Legacy Park today with a ribbon-cutting and community celebration. The $4.6 million park, located near 6000 Cecil Fain Drive, completes the reimagining of the former J.O. Johnson High School which closed in 2016. “From the start, our goal has been to honor the legacy of the J.O. Johnson Jaguars, while creating a neighborhood where people want to live, play, and raise their families,” said Mayor Tommy [more]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville offices to close for July Fourth holiday
June 28, 2023
City of Huntsville municipal offices will close Tuesday, July 4, for Independence Day. This includes Animal Services, Public Transit (Orbit and Access) and Municipal Court. City offices will reopen at 8 a.m. Wednesday, July 5. Garbage Collection: Residential collection will be delayed the week of July 3-7. Residents should leave carts at the curb until they are collected. Parks & Recreation: All facilities are closed except splash pads, which will be open from 10 a.m. [more]
Read MoreWorldwide geospatial experts to gather in Huntsville for 126th OGC Member Meeting
June 1, 2023
The Open Geospatial Consortium’s (OGC) 126th Member Meeting will debut next week in Huntsville, bringing attendees from all over the world to the Rocket City. Hosted by Mayor Tommy Battle’s initiative, GEO Huntsville, the June 5-9 event will feature a week of informational breakout sessions, working groups, and keynotes by Tod Johanesen, Director of Office of Special Programs at the National Geospatial Intelligence Agency (NGA), U.S. Geospatial Intelligence Foundation CEO Ronda [more]
Read MoreJoint Statement on U.S. Space Command Investigation
May 26, 2023
Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle, Madison County Commission Chair Mac McCutcheon, and Madison Mayor Paul Finley issued the following joint statement regarding the House Committee on Armed Services announcement it is investigating questionable delays in affirming the site selection for U.S. SPACE COMMAND headquarters. “As one of the nation’s leading military communities, we are gravely concerned about revelations regarding the post-site selection process for U.S. Space Command (SPACECOM) headquarters, as outlined in [more]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville offices to close for Memorial Day
May 24, 2023
City of Huntsville municipal offices will close Monday, May 29, for Memorial Day. This includes Animal Services, Public Transit (Orbit and Access) and Municipal Court. City offices will reopen at 8 a.m. Tuesday, May 30. Garbage Collection: Residential collection will be delayed one day the week of May 29-June 2. Residents should leave carts at the curb until they are collected. Parks & Recreation: All facilities are closed except splash pads, which will be open [more]
Read MoreGet ready to race! UCI Para-cycling Road World Cup makes US debut in Huntsville
May 22, 2023
Big things are happening this week in Cummings Research Park (CRP). Namely, the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) Para-cycling Road World Cup is landing in the U.S. for the first time right here in Huntsville! Team USA athlete Ryan Pinney speaks to media during a news conference kicking off the UCI Para-cycling Road World Cup in Huntsville. Mayor Tommy Battle, CRP Executive Director Erin Koshut, U.S. Paracycling Director Ian Lawless and athletes from [more]
Read MoreRescue Dog Day: Huntsville Animal Services seeks community’s help to clear the kennels
May 19, 2023
Take a “paws” and think about how the small act of adopting or fostering a shelter pet can make a big impact on your community. “Providing a loving home for a shelter pet not only helps with overpopulation, but it also encourages those around you to adopt,” said Huntsville Animal Services Director Dr. Karen Sheppard. “When you adopt or foster a pet, you save a life. It’s that simple.” Mayor Tommy Battle presents a proclamation [more]
Read MoreMayor Battle Declares May 19 Professional Soccer Day in Huntsville
May 18, 2023
The Huntsville Sports Commission hosted a VIP event on the eve of Huntsville City Football Club’s (HCFC) first match at the Wicks Family Field at Joe W. Davis Stadium. Mayor Tommy Battle marked the occasion by issuing a proclamation declaring May 19 as Professional Soccer Day in Huntsville. “We can’t wait to see this talented team take to the Wicks Family Field — their new official home turf in Huntsville,” Mayor Battle [more]
Read MoreHuntsville earns top ranking in U.S. News & World Report Best Places to Live
May 15, 2023
Huntsville has been named the second-best place to live in the United States by U.S. News & World Report’s 2023-2024 rankings. The city’s thriving job market, low cost of living and high quality of life were cited as the primary reasons for its top ranking. Mayor Tommy Battle expressed his excitement and pride in the city’s achievement, stating, “We have always known that Huntsville is a great place to live, work, [more]
Read MoreHuntsville introduces plan to help boost revenue, commerce in downtown area
May 11, 2023
The City of Huntsville will soon consider an ordinance to declare certain property as surplus and enter into a lease agreement with a new-to-market restaurant concept. During the regularly scheduled City Council meeting Thursday, the City introduced an ordinance to declare a 7,000-square-foot parcel of land near the southwest corner of Cleveland Avenue Northwest and Meridian Street North as surplus. Officials have determined that no City department or division needs the [more]
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