Council Member David Little
David Little was born and raised in Huntsville, in the heart of District 2. He attended Blossomwood Elementary, Huntsville Middle and Huntsville High School, graduating in 1991. After high school, David spent four years in the United States Marine Corps before earning degrees from Calhoun Community College and Athens State University.
His diverse professional background includes aerial photography, owning his own small business and sales management with a local technology firm before joining the investment industry in 2005. Today, he works with a local wealth management and financial planning firm.
Huntsville ready to fulfill commitments for Space Command
September 2, 2025
Space Command is coming to Huntsville. What’s next? Huntsville and Redstone Arsenal emerged as the clear choice in multiple surveys and reviews as the best home for U.S. Space Command. The decision to locate the four-star command in Alabama also came with commitments to ensure a smooth transition and operational readiness. As part of its proposal, the City of Huntsville pledged $425 million in investments, most of which, about $385 million, is dedicated [more]
Read MoreHuntsville expands greenway network with two new trails
August 28, 2025
Huntsville is taking another big step toward building a connected citywide trail system. The City approved construction contracts for two new greenways that will expand access, enhance safety and create stronger links between some of the community’s most beloved destinations. Meek Greenway – Meek Greenway is an essential piece of the City’s vision for a north-to-south “greenway spine. Awarded to Alabama Rogers Group, Inc. for $1,797,960, this project will complete a [more]
Read MoreCity closes out 3 tax increment financing districts years ahead of schedule
August 14, 2025
The City closed out three tax increment financing (TIF) districts years before the due date, in a demonstration of Huntsville’s economic resiliency. On average, the three TIF districts closed 13 years early, completing the $31.4 million payoff. “To be able to pay off these TIFs well ahead of schedule is a monumental achievement,” Mayor Tommy Battle said. “Students and residents in Huntsville have been beneficiaries of this success and providing those [more]
Read MoreCity Council approves annexation of 572 acres in north Huntsville
August 14, 2025
The City Council approved the annexation of 572.48 acres in north Huntsville at Thursday’s Council meeting. The land is north of Bob Wade Lane and bisected by Mt. Lebanon Road. The Sam and Rosa Harris Family Farm LLC submitted the request for annexation. The land is expected to be developed through a master planning process for residential and commercial development. The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing at its Aug. 26 meeting [more]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville unveils plans for Goldsmith-Schiffman Field
August 12, 2025
The City of Huntsville unveiled preliminary plans for the refurbishment of Goldsmith-Schiffman Field at a public meeting Tuesday, breathing new life into a former high school football facility that opened in 1934. Located at 320 Beirne Ave., near Five Points, plans for the field call for two new flag football fields, which are currently the primary use at the stadium. The fields will be 30 yards by 70 yards. A playground [more]
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