News & Updates
Planning Commission moves to protect established residential neighborhoods
March 11, 2025
The City of Huntsville’s Planning Commission approved a request to rezone specific residential areas from Resident 2A (R2A) to Residence 2 (R2) in a move to protect established residential subdivisions. The decision comes as City planners and neighborhood advocates address concerns about future redevelopment options in established residential areas. “The recommendation to move from R2A to R2 zoning eliminates the ability to create multifamily housing in a single-family environment,” said Manager [more]
Read MoreSupport for Columbia High soccer teams
March 11, 2025
Council President John Meredith recently presented a check for $5,000 to Coach Alemseged Starling for the Columbia High School varsity and junior varsity boys soccer teams to support their efforts and help offset expenses. The allocation came from the District 5 Council Improvement Fund.
Read MoreSave the Date: D5 Town Hall
March 11, 2025
Join Council President John Meredith for the District 5 Town Hall on Thursday, March 20, at 6 p.m. at Hope Church, 1661 Balch Road. The topic will be on education, and he will be joined by Carlos Mathews, President of the Huntsville City Schools Board.
Read MoreMidTowne on the Park HOA meeting
March 11, 2025
Council President John Meredith recently attended MidTowne on the Park’s homeowner’s association (HOA) meeting to answer questions and listen to constituent concerns. While Meredith regularly meets with D5 residents at town hall meetings, he’s also available to speak at HOA meetings. For more information, contact the Council office at hsvcitycouncil@huntsvilleal.gov or 256-427-5011.
Read MoreCouncil President’s Forum
March 10, 2025
The President’s Forum in March highlighted City services designed to keep Huntsville clean and efficient while disposing of waste safely and efficiently. Council President Meredith’s guests were Doc Holladay, executive director of the Solid Waste Disposal Authority, Public Works Director Chris McNeese and Sanitation Manager Keith Robertson. The topics discussed were garbage collection, recycling services and roads.
Read MoreGrowth, development topics at D5 Town Hall
March 10, 2025
At his February town hall meeting, Council President Meredith met with constituents at New Hope Cumberland Presbyterian Church and answered questions on an array of topics focusing on development and growth in Huntsville-annexed Limestone County south of I-565. Huntsville Urban & Economic Development Director Shane Davis provided insight on plans for the area.
Read MoreA message from Council President John Meredith
March 10, 2025
Thank you for subscribing to my monthly newsletter. Each newsletter is my opportunity to reflect on our progress, highlight key initiatives and share what’s ahead for our District. Serving as your City Council representative is both an honor and a responsibility I take seriously, and I am committed to keeping you informed and engaged in the work we are doing together. To that end, you should also be getting my Agenda [more]
Read MoreExpect traffic delays downtown for St. Patrick’s Day Parade
March 10, 2025
UPDATE (as of Thursday, March 13, 1:30 p.m.): The St. Patrick’s Day Parade has been canceled. Click here for more information on the cancellation. The Huntsville Police Department (HPD) advises residents and visitors to anticipate traffic delays in downtown Huntsville on Saturday, March 15, ahead of the annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Road closures will start at 10 a.m. The parade will begin at 11 a.m. at Lot K on Clinton Avenue [more]
Read MoreTeen-Tastic Saturdays: Parks & Recreation series to focus on essential life lessons
March 10, 2025
Huntsville Parks and Recreation is hosting Teen-tastic Saturdays, a free series of workshops for teens at the Mark Russell Recreation Center, 429 Taylor Road, Owens Cross Roads. “This series offers young men and women in our community a way to learn essential skills with a hands-on approach,” Parks and Recreation Director James Gossett said. “Each session is designed to be engaging and practical, giving teens the confidence to apply what they’ve [more]
Read MoreHPD renew call for tips in ongoing homicide investigation
March 10, 2025
The Huntsville Police Department (HPD) is again asking for the public’s help in solving a 2024 homicide. Kirk Uban, 49, was shot and killed on Sunday, Aug. 4, 2024, in the 1200 block of Hobbs Island Road. Witnesses told investigators Urban was involved in a verbal altercation with a middle-aged white man just before the shooting. That man was last seen swimming nearby with his wife and two children. The family [more]
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