News & Updates
Huntsville outlines next steps in protest review at upcoming Council meetings
June 10, 2020
The Huntsville City Council welcomes public input at its Thursday night meeting. Individuals who would like to address Council may register in the lobby to speak and they will be called into Chambers at their appointed turn. Social distancing and sanitation protocols remain in place which limits seating in the Council Chambers to about 15 people. “It’s been an emotionally charged time for our community and the country, and we’re listening,” [more]
Read MoreUnlawful Assembly Investigations
June 5, 2020
Huntsville Police is currently conducting multiple investigations into criminal activity that occurred during the unlawful assembly downtown this past Wednesday night. The North Alabama Multi-Agency Crime Center (NAMACC) and Criminal Investigations Center (CID) have been reviewing evidence and other material for these investigations. Today, we have arrested 52 yr old Patrick Joseph McCool for disorderly conduct. This criminal charge is for acts that evening that involved picking up and throwing one [more]
Read MoreMayor Battle statement on two Wednesday protest events
June 4, 2020
“Yesterday, our city saw two separate protest events. The first was organized by the local chapter of the NAACP who worked with the City and Huntsville Police to organize a thoughtful event filled with hope and a call for justice. We gathered to mourn the tragedy that occurred in Minneapolis. We came together in supporting a First Amendment right to voice a call for change throughout our country. I saw [more]
Read MoreMay 2020 – Monthly Development Review
June 4, 2020
The list of non-residential projects permitted last month included more office space at Redstone Gateway and a new parking garage downtown. The number of residential units permitted doubled from last May’s total. Residential Permits (new construction) in Huntsville city limits: In May, 367 housing units were permitted, 109 single- and 258 multi-family. The top tract for building permits last month was 110.24 (NW Madison) where 258 units were permitted, all multi-family. This [more]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville prepares for more peaceful demonstrations
June 2, 2020
The City of Huntsville is preparing for more demonstrations this week as the community and nation continue to mourn the tragic death of George Floyd. Huntsville Police and City departments are working with area leaders to ensure a safe and peaceful event on Wednesday sponsored by the NAACP. The demonstration on Monday in Big Spring Park and subsequent march around the courthouse square was scheduled as a three-hour event and largely [more]
Read MoreHealthy Huntsville to Offer Free Fitness in the Park Classes
June 1, 2020
Healthy Huntsville and Huntsville Parks & Recreation are offering free, socially-distanced exercise sessions in Big Spring Park each Saturday in June. Fitness in the Park 2020 will take place from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. in Big Spring Park East near the canal bridge at Spragins Street. If it rains, classes will be taught under the adjacent covered area in the YMCA/Huntsville Utilities building. “We hope these free fitness options will motivate [more]
Read MoreHPD Chief McMurray Statement Regarding The Death Of George Floyd In Minnesota
June 1, 2020
“The misconduct of a few officers several hundred miles away has once again brought national attention and doubt on the profession of law enforcement. I have spent this last week in communication with Huntsville Police Department employees, the Mayor’s Office and our City Council Members emphasizing the intolerable and inexcusable in-custody death of George Floyd. The video is heart-wrenching and angers police leaders across the country. HPD extends our deepest condolences [more]
Read MoreMayor Battle Statement in Response to Protests
June 1, 2020
“The events in Minnesota have shaken people around the country to the core, including many of our residents in Huntsville. We share the outrage at the senseless death of George Floyd. What we witnessed in that horrible video should never occur. We pray for healing and justice. “As the country rises in protest, there are those in Huntsville who have chosen to demonstrate their hurt and frustration with calls for reform [more]
Read MoreCyclists gear up for the 11th annual Mayor’s Bike Ride on Saturday, May 30
May 26, 2020
Mayor Tommy Battle and Healthy Huntsville invite the public to join them this Saturday, May 30, for a free, family-friendly four-mile bike ride around Downtown Huntsville. The 10 a.m. ride will begin and end on Church Street in Big Spring Park by the Downtown YMCA. Part of the Healthy Huntsville program, which promotes fitness and nutrition, the annual Mayor’s Bike Ride also coincides with Bike Safety Month when the City celebrates [more]
Read MoreParks & Recreation to ease restrictions May 26
May 22, 2020
The City of Huntsville’s Parks & Recreation Department released its updated policy allowing the phased re-opening of the City’s parks and recreational facilities. The new policy takes effect May 26, replacing the policy published on May 18. The revised policy allows for the opening of several facilities previously closed and allows certain activities banned under the current policy. Updates of note include: Playgrounds, splash pads, and pavilions open Aquatics facilities open on weekends Team athletics [more]
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