City of Huntsville, AL

????? With anticipation of what will become a gathering place in south Huntsville, Mayor Tommy Battle and other City officials broke ground on The Park at Hays Farm. The nine-acre park is located at 801 Haysland Road near Grissom High School. Construction will take about 14 months to complete, with a tentative opening set for fall 2025. Learn more about this transformative project ?? https://bit.ly/3NpKPyf

Mayor Tommy Battle and City leaders broke ground today on the Huntsville Police Department’s (HPD) new crime scene investigation (CSI) facility, a transformative project that will enhance the department’s ability to serve and protect the community. ????? “Our commitment to public safety is unwavering, and this facility is a testament to our ongoing dedication to provide our residents with the highest standard of protection and security,” Mayor Tommy Battle said. “Together, we are building a safer, stronger Huntsville.” Learn more ?? https://bit.ly/401zk7D

The City of Huntsville stands with communities devastated by Hurricanes Helene and Milton. Our thoughts and prayers are with all affected residents and their families during this difficult time. For those looking to help, consider reputable charities like the American Red Cross, Salvation Army, Samaritan’s Purse and United Way. Please remember to check the websites and social media of these organizations for their current needs, as most prefer monetary donations due to logistical challenges in delivering other items.

Sidewalks bond our neighborhoods and communities. ?????♀? In the 2025 fiscal year budget, the City boosted funding for sidewalk construction by 12.5%. This means 15 new sidewalk projects totaling 3.2 miles across our neighborhoods. ??? Learn more ?? https://bit.ly/3BqDpbm

Last week, we celebrated the retirement of a man whose name few people in Huntsville don’t know, Kenny Anderson. Since 2013, he has served as the City of Huntsville’s Director of the Office of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. ? He recently took time to take stock of his career and offer some thoughts on his beginnings in Huntsville, his time as ODEI Director and what’s next. ?? ?? Read more about Kenny's legacy ?? https://bit.ly/3XXzj3e

The countdown is on for the inaugural South Star Festival happening THIS weekend at John Hunt Park. ????? City departments have teamed up to ensure a smooth experience for attendees and residents alike. Infrastructure improvements like new pedestrian paths and sod upgrades were made as part of the park’s master plan to support the festival and future growth. ?? For more on parking, safety, security and more ?? https://bit.ly/3Biwy3J ?? For more on the festival ?? https://lnkd.in/eJrMYUHA

The Huntsville-Madison County Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) is the destination marketing organization for the Huntsville area. ?? Recently, the CVB's VP of Conventions, Sports Development Manager and Communications Manager sat down with Inside Huntsville's Brenda Martin to discuss how they bring conventions to Huntsville, the growth of sports tourism and how tourism contributes to the quality of life of the City's residents. ?? Watch Now ?? https://bit.ly/3MY7hhC

Join the City's Office of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion for the North Alabama Health & Wellness Fair on Saturday, Sept. 28, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Calhoun Community College-Huntsville. ??? Enjoy free health screenings, healthy snacks and door prizes. Plus, take part in the Walk for Healthy Living from 8:30 a.m. to noon to boost your fitness. Let's build a healthier, stronger Huntsville together! ? Spanish interpreters will be available. Learn more & RSVP ?? https://bit.ly/3zh3o4p

Huntsville has done it again! ?? CBRE, a global leader in commercial real estate services and investment, recently ranked Huntsville as the #1 up-and-coming market for tech talent. "Huntsville's top ranking on the CBRE list highlights our culture of success, built on decades of achievements in technology and engineering at Redstone Arsenal and Cummings Research Park," Mayor Tommy Battle said. "Education serves as the cornerstone of this advancement, and Huntsville has seen significant improvements recently." View the full rankings ?? https://bit.ly/3MNUFd9

For voters in Huntsville’s District 1 planning to cast an absentee ballot in the Sept. 24 runoff election for City Council and Huntsville City School Board, below are a few key dates to remember: ?? Sept. 19: Deadline to vote in person by absentee in the City Clerk’s Office ?? Sept. 23: Deadline to hand-deliver absentee ballots by close of business ?? Sept. 23: Deadline to request an emergency absentee ballot ?? Oct. 1: Election results will be canvassed at noon ?? Nov. 4: Newly elected officials will be sworn into office Learn more ?? HuntsvilleAL.gov/elections