Huntsville, AL

City Council Regular Meeting

City Council Regular Meeting

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will conduct public hearings on three zoning changes, including a 505.03-acre request for a housing district. The body will also address public nuisance abatements and prepare for the August 25, 2026, municipal election.

• Rezoning of 505.03 acres north of Bob Wade Ln. and east/west of Mt. Lebanon Rd. to Planned Development - Housing District
• Public hearings for nuisance removal at 2117 Ridgeway St. SW and 13032 Chaney Thompson Rd. SE
• Zoning of 2.41 acres west of Old Big Cove Road to Residence 2 District
• Zoning of 2.47 acres south of Old Hwy 20 and east of Greenbrier Pkway to Commercial Industrial Park District
• Construction Agreement with ALDOT for bridge replacement on Sparkman Drive over Pinhook Creek

City Council Work Session

The Huntsville City Council will hold a work session to discuss and provide input on the proposed Fiscal Year 2027 budget. The meeting is scheduled for July 10, 2026, at 10:00 AM in the City Council Chambers.

• Discussion of proposed FY 2027 Budget
• Work session of the City Council

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will vote on creating Tax Increment Financing District 9 and adopting its project plan, along with rezoning two large parcels near University Drive and Capshaw Road. Other actions include amending the lodging tax, establishing a vendor gratuity policy, changing tree commission rules, and annexing 2.62 acres on Old Monrovia Road. The council will also hold public hearings on nuisance properties at 6026 Lincoya Dr. NW and a demolition at 3208 Tenth Ave. SW, and consider contract assignments for electrical and janitorial services.

• Resolution to create Tax Increment Financing District 9 (TIFD 9) and adopt its project plan
• Public hearing on rezoning 24.67 acres on University Drive to Highway Business C-4
• Public hearing on rezoning 1.98 acres on Capshaw Road to Neighborhood Business C-1
• Amendment to lodging tax fees (Chapter 15, Section 15 of city code)
• Annexation of 2.62 acres on Old Monrovia Road

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will review several zoning changes for Winchester Road and Swancott Road. The meeting also includes various board appointments, budget amendments, and several new business resolutions regarding city contracts.

• Rezoning of 1.33 acres on Winchester Road to Highway Business C-4
• Rezoning of 47.19 acres on Swancott Rd from Residence 1-B to Residence 2
• Vacation of rights-of-way at Greenbrier Road and Greenbrier Parkway
• Contract for McDonald Creek Culvert Repair with Miller & Miller, Inc.
• Construction agreement for Merrimack Soccer Fields 1 & 2 renovation

City Council Regular Meeting

The council will hold public hearings on several rezonings, including a 505-acre Planned Development-Housing District at Harris Farms. They will also vote on annexations near University Drive and Capshaw Rd., a postponed lodging tax amendment, and multiple contracts and leases. A public hearing is set for demolition of an unsafe building at 3804 Melody Rd.

• Rezoning 505 acres at Bob Wade Ln / Mt. Lebanon Rd to Planned Development-Housing District
• Public hearing on demolishing unsafe building at 3804 Melody Rd NE
• Ordinance to amend lodging tax license fees (postponed from May 28)
• Resolution authorizing I-65 interchange access study between Exits 340-347
• Contract award to Rogers Group for Ditto Landing parking lot (base bid + option 1)

City Council Work Session

At this work session, the City Council will receive three presentations: a demographics and population overview, an update on the Huntsville City Schools capital plan expansion, and an overview of Tax Increment Financing districts. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the session is informational.

• Demographics and population overview presentation
• Huntsville City Schools capital plan expansion update
• Tax Increment Financing district overview

City Council Regular Meeting

The Huntsville City Council will hold public hearings and vote on several items, including rezoning 97.24 acres on Greenbrier Parkway, a liquor license appeal for Tena's Lounge, and nuisance abatements. They will also consider infrastructure contracts, a budget amendment, and introduce a lodging tax ordinance change.

• Rezoning 97.24 acres on Greenbrier Parkway from C-4 to Residence-2
• Public hearing on appeal of liquor license for Tena's Lounge at 12531 Memorial Pkwy SE
• Change Order No. 2 for Huntsville Ice Complex Expansion with Arco Murray
• Contracts for street resurfacing (Rogers Group) and concrete/ADA upgrades (Lambert Contract) FY2026 Phase 2
• Introduction of ordinance amending lodging tax license fees

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold public hearings on a new tax increment financing district (TIF 9) and a nuisance property at 4109 Broyles Ave. They will vote on ordinances to rename a street and dog park after 'Microwave Dave', amend alcohol sales hours, and adjust election precinct boundaries. New business includes a $6M electric capital budget increase for Project Gemini and multiple engineering contracts.

• Public hearing on creation of TIF 9 tax increment financing district
• Ordinance to rename Cleveland Ave segment to 'Microwave Dave Way'
• Resolution to purchase food & beverage assets at Orion Amphitheater from Huntsville Venue Group
• Resolution authorizing $500K (FY26) and $5.5M (FY27) for Project Gemini electric capital
• Ordinance to amend alcohol sales hours in Chapter 3 of city code

City Council Regular Meeting

The Huntsville City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on establishing a new Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district called TIF 9, covering about 3,689 acres. They will also consider several property nuisance abatements, rezonings, and budget amendments. Multiple resolutions and ordinances are up for approval, including contracts and surplus declarations.

• Public hearing to set TIF 9 district on May 14; council authorizes project plan for ~3,689 acres
• Public hearings for demolition of unsafe buildings at 1302-1308 Boxwood Dr NW and cleanup at 2407 Oakwood Ave NW
• Rezoning of 59.21 acres near N Memorial Pkwy and Bob Wade Lane to Highway Business C-4
• Rezoning of 2.80 acres on Capshaw Rd east of Balch Rd to Neighborhood Business C-1
• Annexation of 2.41 acres west of Old Big Cove Rd and south of Worley Dr

City Council Regular Meeting

The council will set a public hearing for May 28 to consider rezoning 97 acres from commercial to residential. They will also decide on several public hearings for nuisance abatement and demolition, and vote on a $1,000,000 property sale to Madison Utilities. Additionally, ordinances to rename a street and dog park after 'Microwave Dave' will be introduced.

• Set public hearing for rezoning 97.24 acres at Greenbrier Pkwy and Huntsville Brownsferry Rd
• Authorize sale of surplus Gillespie Road property to Madison Utilities for $1,000,000
• Public hearing on nuisance removal at 195 Wilkenson Dr NE
• Public hearing on demolition of unsafe building at 13032 Chaney Thompson Rd SE
• Introduce ordinance renaming Cleveland Ave to 'Microwave Dave Way'

City Council Regular Meeting

The Huntsville City Council will consider several zoning changes, including a hemp product ordinance, and vote on appointing members to various city boards. The body will also address the disposal of surplus property and authorize travel expenses.

• Public hearing on zoning 1.41 acres to Residence 1-A District
• Public hearing on rezoning 1.15 acres to Residence 2 District
• Public hearing on amending Zoning Ordinance Article 75 for consumable hemp products
• Ordinance to declare surplus property for Project Gemini
• Ordinance to declare surplus property for Huntsville Utilities sale to Madison Utilities

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will introduce an ordinance authorizing issuance of General Obligation Warrants (Series 2026-A through D). Two rezonings are set for public hearing: 59.21 acres on North Memorial Parkway to Highway Business C-4, and 2.80 acres on Capshaw Road to Neighborhood Business C-1. The council will also vote on a contract for Clinton Avenue Surface Parking Lot and a corridor study for Governors Drive.

• Ordinance authorizing General Obligation Warrants Series 2026-A, B, C, D (bond issuance)
• Public hearing set for rezoning 59.21 acres west of North Memorial Pkwy and south of Bob Wade Lane to C-4
• Public hearing set for rezoning 2.80 acres on south side of Capshaw Rd, east of Balch Rd to C-1
• Resolution authorizing contract with Grayson Carter & Son Contracting for Clinton Avenue Surface Parking Lot (low bidder)
• Resolution authorizing contract with Alta Planning + Design for Governors Drive Corridor Study & Medical District Safety Action Plan

City Council Regular Meeting

City Council Work Session

The City Council will receive a presentation from Huntsville Utilities on the CERP (Capital/Energy Resources Plan) and then hold a discussion. No votes or other business items are listed on the agenda.

• Presentation by Huntsville Utilities on the CERP

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold public hearings and vote on several rezonings, including a 73-acre site on Greenbrier Road to Commercial Industrial Park. A presentation on the Huntsville City Schools Capital Plan will be given. The council will also consider selling surplus property on Gillespie Road to Madison Utilities for $1,000,000 and authorize engineering contracts for road projects.

• Presentation of Huntsville City Schools Capital Plan
• Public hearing and vote on rezoning 73.44 acres east of Greenbrier Road, north of I-565 to Commercial Industrial Park District
• Public hearing on rezoning 36.54 acres on south side of Martin Road to Residence 2 District
• Public hearing on rezoning 90.51 acres in existing neighborhoods to Residence 1-A and 2 Districts
• Resolution authorizing sale of surplus property on Gillespie Road to Madison Utilities for $1,000,000

City Council Work Session

The Huntsville City Council work session agenda is limited to procedural items: discussion, review, and public hearings all referencing the same agenda item TMP-5605, along with new business and public comment periods. No substantive ordinances, contracts, or dollar amounts are detailed.

• Discussion and review of agenda item TMP-5605 (no description provided)
• Public hearings on TMP-5605
• New business items for consideration or introduction (no specifics listed)
• Agenda-related public comments permitted

City Council Regular Meeting

The Huntsville City Council will decide on a personnel hearing for Police Department employee Scott Hartman, held on February 6, 2026. The council will also vote on multiple resolutions and ordinances, including property acquisitions for the Boeing Boulevard Extension and Swancott Road projects, affordable housing agreements on Kildare Street, and several rezoning and public nuisance declarations.

• Council decision on personnel hearing for Scott Hartman (Huntsville Police Department)
• Ordinance authorizing property acquisition for Boeing Boulevard Extension project (Limestone County)
• Resolution authorizing HOME program funds for affordable housing construction at two Kildare Street properties
• Resolution for Pedestrian Access and Redevelopment Corridor (PARC) along Pinhook Creek
• Rezoning requests: 1.41 acres on Sutton Rd to Residence 1-A, and 1.15 acres on Bell Rd to Residence 2

City Council Regular Meeting

The Huntsville City Council will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, recognize local figures, and consider public hearings on zoning changes and building demolition. The agenda includes resolutions for annexing land, amending the budget, and awarding contracts for street improvements and community development grants.

• Public hearing on demolition of unsafe building at 2805 Ninth Ave. SW
• Public hearing on zoning 4.91 acres to Highway Business C-4 District
• Public hearing on zoning 4.65 acres to Highway Business C-4 District
• Ordinance to annex 648.44 acres of land near Swancott Rd
• Resolution authorizing contracts for Kildare Street affordable housing construction

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider setting public hearings for zoning changes on Martin Rd, Greenbrier Road, and various existing neighborhoods. The body is also deciding on several construction contracts and the disposal of surplus equipment, including railroad cars.

• Public hearing for zoning 36.54 acres on south side of Martin Rd and east of Electronics Blvd to Residence 2 District
• Public hearing for rezoning 73.44 acres east of Greenbrier Road and north of I-565 to Commercial Industrial Park District
• Public hearing for rezoning 90.51 acres in various neighborhoods to Residence 1-A and Residence 2 Districts
• Contract with Fite Construction Company, LLC for Big Spring Park East Expansion
• Contract with Schoel Engineering Company, Inc. for Huntsville North Village Project No. 71-26-SP02

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution to rezone 380.93 acres near AL Hwy 20 and I-65 for a planned housing development. Other major actions include three annexations totaling over 724 acres, a commitment of HOME funds for 30 affordable rental units, and a resolution to authorize a streets resurfacing contract. The agenda also includes several routine items like board appointments, easement vacations, and budget carry-forwards.

• Public hearing and vote on rezoning 380.93 acres at AL Hwy 20 and I-65 to Planned Development – Housing District (Westmoore Landing)
• Ordinances to annex 686.46 acres near Little Cove Rd. and Hwy 72 E, plus two smaller annexations
• Resolution committing HOME funds to Parkside Cottages LLC for 30 affordable rental units contingent on tax credits
• Resolution authorizing streets resurfacing contract for FY2026 Phase 1 with Grayson Carter & Son Contracting
• Public hearing on nuisance abatement at 727 Versailles Dr. SE

The Huntsville City Council approved a rezoning of 380.93 acres on AL Hwy 20 and I-65 to a Planned Development - Housing District, enabling a large housing project. The council also approved several other items, including nuisance abatements, annexations, and a resolution committing HOME funds to a 30-unit affordable housing project. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved rezoning of 380.93 acres at AL Hwy 20 & I-65 to Planned Development - Housing District (5-0)
• Approved nuisance abatement at 727 Versailles Dr. SE (5-0)
• Approved assessing costs for grass/weed cutting liens (5-0)
• Approved annexation of 686.46 acres near Little Cove Rd & Hwy 72 E (5-0)
• Approved HOME funds commitment for 30 affordable units at Parkside Cottages (5-0)
• Approved $6B Eli Lilly campus announcement (mayor's comment, no vote)
• Approved consent agenda including travel, donations, procurement, and budget carryforward (5-0)
• Approved appointments to Solid Waste Disposal Authority and Burritt Memorial Committee (5-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Huntsville City Council will hold public hearings on two proposed rezonings to Highway Business C-4 for parcels totaling over 63 acres. The council will also vote on multiple resolutions including agreements for affordable housing construction, change orders for recreation center and ice complex projects, and a public nuisance declaration. Additionally, board appointments and a proclamation for Mentoring Month are scheduled.

• Public hearing on rezoning 9.93 acres at Hwy 431 S & Wade Rd to C-4
• Public hearing on rezoning 53.70 acres at N Memorial Pkwy & Bob Wade Lane to C-4
• Resolution authorizing HOME funds for affordable housing at 206 & 208 Lake Drive NW
• Resolution approving change order for Huntsville Ice Complex Expansion
• Resolution setting public nuisance hearing for 727 Versailles Dr. SE

The council unanimously approved two zoning ordinances that reclassify over 60 acres to the Highway Business C‑4 District, a resolution declaring a public nuisance at 727 Versailles Dr., and several finance and appointment actions. Additional approvals included vacation of utility easements, an equipment‑surplus ordinance, and the reappointment of a member to the Educational Building Authority.

• Approved Resolution No. 25-867 acknowledging St. Bartley Primitive Baptist Church anniversary (unanimous aye)
• Approved Ordinance No. 25-875 zoning 9.93 acres east of Hwy 431 S to Highway Business C-4 District (unanimous aye)
• Approved Ordinance No. 25-877 rezoning 53.70 acres west of North Memorial Pkwy to Highway Business C-4 District (unanimous aye)
• Approved Resolution No. 25-952 declaring public nuisance at 727 Versailles Dr. SE (unanimous aye)
• Approved Ordinance No. 25-961 vacation of utility and drainage easements at 1811 University Drive (unanimous aye)
• Approved Ordinance No. 25-951 equipment surplus and recycling ordinance (unanimous aye)
• Approved Resolution No. 25-958 authorizing expenditures (unanimous aye)
• Approved Resolution No. 25-924 reappointing Marshall Schreeder, Jr. to the Educational Building Authority (unanimous aye)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Huntsville City Council will consider public hearings on zoning changes for Greenbrier Road and Hollow Road, along with resolutions to authorize contracts for city projects including the Orion Amphitheater and Pratt Avenue streetscape improvements.

• Public hearing on Greenbrier Road zoning (14.62 acres)
• Public hearing on Hollow Road rezoning (25.14 acres)
• Resolution for Pratt Avenue streetscape improvements
• Resolution for Orion Amphitheater parking deck services
• Resolution for Bailey Cove multi-use path & safety improvements

The council unanimously approved a series of resolutions and ordinances, including honors for Team Redstone, zoning changes for three large parcels, a public‑hearing resolution, finance expenditures, a reappointment to the Public Building Authority, a utility easement vacation, and four professional services agreements. All votes were 5‑0 in favor. No proposals were denied or tabled.

• Approved Resolution honoring Team Redstone (25-918) – 5-0
• Approved Ordinance rezoning 14.62 acres east of Greenbrier Road (25-790) – 5-0
• Approved Ordinance rezoning 25.14 acres west of North Memorial Pkwy (25-792) – 5-0
• Approved Resolution to set public hearing on 380.93‑acre rezoning (25-878) – 5-0
• Approved Finance Committee expenditure resolution (25-920) – 5-0
• Reappointed DeMarco McClain to Public Building Authority (25-884) – 5-0
• Approved Ordinance vacation of utility easements at Bentley Auto Park (25-925) – 5-0
• Approved four professional services agreements (Resolutions 25-927, 25-928, 25-929, 25-930) – 5-0

City Council Regular Meeting

The Huntsville City Council will hold a regular meeting with several public hearings, including nuisance abatement and license suspensions, and will set public hearings for three rezoning proposals, the largest being 380.93 acres for a planned housing development. Unfinished business includes naming the arboretum at John Hunt Park and a fiber network agreement. New business items include contracts for Von Braun Center renovations and a predevelopment loan.

• Public hearing set for rezoning 380.93 acres near AL Hwy 20 and I-65 to Planned Development-Housing District
• Resolution authorizing agreement for Von Braun Center Ice Rink & Chiller Renovations
• Ordinance for Rights-of-Way Use Agreement with Alabama Fiber Network
• Ordinance annexing 4.65 acres on south side of Hwy 72 E
• Ordinance naming new arboretum at John Hunt Park the 'Joy McKee Arboretum'

The Huntsville City Council voted unanimously to approve several resolutions covering grass cost assessments, public nuisance abatement, tax case suspensions, an airport shuttle license, and the scheduling of public hearings for zoning and nuisance matters. The council also approved a finance expenditure resolution and ordinances allocating funds for District 1 and District 3 improvement projects. All votes were recorded as aye with no nay votes.

• Approved Resolution 25-868 (grass cost assessment) (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 25-869 (public nuisance abatement at 2107 Southline Dr) (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 25-870 (tax case 411 suspension) (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 25-872 (airport shuttle license to Kym Alverson) (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 25-873 (public nuisance hearing at 1609 Brook Hollow Cir) (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 25-874 (public hearing for zoning east of Hwy 431) (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 25-880 (finance expenditures) (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 25-881 (District 1 council improvement funds) (unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Huntsville City Council will meet to approve resolutions for public nuisance abatement, board appointments, and various city contracts including the Tennessee River Greenway and affordable housing projects. The agenda includes a public hearing on a nuisance at 2605 Leeman Ferry Rd SW.

• Public hearing on nuisance abatement at 2605 Leeman Ferry Rd SW
• Annexation of 4.91 acres on Hillcrest Avenue NW
• Contract for Tennessee River Greenway Phase III with Grayson Carter & Son
• Affordable housing construction at 6204 Olson Street NW
• Reappointments to Huntsville Ice Skating Complex and Tennis Center Boards

The City Council voted to approve several resolutions that schedule public hearings for a nuisance removal at 2605 Leeman Ferry Rd, a nuisance at 2107 Southline Drive, and the suspension of licensure in two confidential tax cases. Additional resolutions authorized a public hearing for Nooga Shuttles airport shuttles and reappointed two board members. All motions passed with unanimous aye votes except the Kelsey Smith reappointment, which had two abstentions.

• Approved Resolution 25-828 to hold a public hearing on removing a nuisance at 2605 Leeman Ferry Rd (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-829 to set a public hearing for a nuisance at 2107 Southline Drive (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-830 to set a public hearing for suspension of licensure in tax case 411 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-831 to set a public hearing for suspension of licensure in tax case 412 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-832 authorizing the Mayor to set a public hearing for Nooga Shuttles, LLC (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-795 reappointing Kelsey Smith to the Huntsville Ice Skating Complex Board (3 aye, 2 abstain, 0 nay)
• Approved Resolution 25-796 reappointing Kristin Wilson to the Huntsville Tennis Center Board (5-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Huntsville City Council will consider a series of resolutions, including a grant agreement for the Pedestrian Access and Redevelopment Corridor (PARC) project. Public hearings will be set for zoning changes on Greenbrier Road and Hollow Road, and a public nuisance hearing is scheduled for 2605 Leeman Ferry Rd SW. The Council will also vote on easement vacations, board reappointments, and multiple contracts for city services.

• Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter a Grant Agreement for the PARC project (Resolution No. 25-807)
• Resolution and Ordinance to hold a public hearing on rezoning 14.62 acres east of Greenbrier Road (Resolution No. 25-789, Ordinance No. 25-790)
• Resolution and Ordinance to hold a public hearing on rezoning 25.14 acres west of North Memorial Parkway (Resolution No. 25-791, Ordinance No. 25-792)
• Ordinances authorizing vacation of easements in The Lakes at the Meadows Phase 2 Subdivision and Little Mountain Subdivision Phase II (Ordinance Nos. 25-798, 25-799)
• Resolution to reappoint Kelsey Smith to the Huntsville Ice Skating Complex Board of Control (Resolution No. 25-795)

The council unanimously approved a resolution recognizing Chill Huntsville and authorized Community Development to assess demolition costs for structural public nuisances. It set public hearings for a nuisance at 2605 Leeman Ferry Rd SW and for zoning on Greenbrier Road and Hollow Road. The Finance Committee resolution authorizing expenditures and several ordinances to vacate easements and declare surplus property were also approved.

• Approved Resolution 25-786 recognizing Chill Huntsville (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 25-787 authorizing cost assessment for structural public nuisances (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 25-788 setting public hearing for 2605 Leeman Ferry Rd SW (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 25-789 setting public hearing for Greenbrier Road zoning (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 25-791 setting public hearing for Hollow Road rezoning (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 25-793 authorizing expenditures for payment (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 25-798 vacating an ingress‑egress easement at The Lakes at the Meadows Phase 2 (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 25-799 vacating a utility and drainage easement at Little Mountain Subdivision Phase II (unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Huntsville City Council will conduct six public hearings on rezoning applications covering over 1,700 acres, including a 1,013.96-acre tract near Vaughn Road and a 572.48-acre tract near Mt. Lebanon Road. The council will also consider adopting the FY2026 annual budget as unfinished business. Additionally, the council will vote on numerous appointments to boards and commissions and other routine items.

• Public hearing on rezoning 1,013.96 acres south of River Loop Road and east/west of Vaughn Road to Residence 1 and Industrial Park Districts
• Public hearing on rezoning 572.48 acres north of Bob Wade Lane and around Mt. Lebanon Road to Residence 2, 2-B, and Highway Business C-4 Districts
• Public hearing on rezoning 121.73 acres near Little Cove Road and US Hwy 72 E to Residence 1 and 2 Districts
• Public hearing on rezoning 6.40 acres on Segers Road north of Hardiman Road to Planned Industrial District
• Consideration of ordinance adopting the City of Huntsville annual budget for fiscal year 2026

The council unanimously approved six zoning ordinances covering parcels ranging from 0.33 to over 1,000 acres. It also approved a resolution to suspend a confidential tax licensure and authorized several finance and improvement fund expenditures. All five council members voted in favor of each action.

• Approved six zoning ordinances (Nos. 25-604, 25-606, 25-608, 25-656, 25-610) – unanimous
• Approved Resolution 25-751 to suspend licensure for confidential tax case 407 – unanimous
• Approved Resolution 25-752 authorizing expenditures – unanimous
• Approved Ordinance 25-753 for District 1 Council Improvement Funds – unanimous
• Approved Ordinance 25-754 for District 5 Council Improvement Funds – unanimous
• Reappointed Lindsey Perry to Burritt Memorial Committee (Resolution 25-693) – unanimous
• Reappointed Melissa Musgrove to Burritt Memorial Committee (Resolution 25-694) – unanimous
• Reappointed George Cannon to Burritt Memorial Committee (Resolution 25-695) – unanimous

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold public hearings on nuisance abatement at two properties and consider resolutions approving FY2026 capital budgets for Huntsville Utilities totaling over $102 million. The agenda also includes an ordinance revising the Human Relations Commission bylaws, multiple board appointments, and a contract modification for Old Monrovia Road improvements.

• FY2026 utility capital budgets: Electric $64,473,985, Gas $11,180,334, Water $26,718,468
• Public hearings on nuisance abatement at 1013 Kinsey Dr SE and 3506 Gay St NW
• Ordinance revising and restating the Human Relations Commission and its bylaws
• Modification No. 1 to agreement with Garver, L.L.C. for Old Monrovia Road Improvements
• Appointment of Youlanda Caudle to the Huntsville Police Citizens Advisory Council

The City Council voted unanimously to adopt Resolution 25-688 ordering the abatement of a public nuisance at 1013 Kinsey Dr. SE and Resolution 25-689 for a nuisance at 3506 Gay St. NW. Additional items approved included a finance expenditure resolution, an ordinance for District 2 improvement funds, and the appointment of Youlanda Caudle to the Police Citizens Advisory Council.

• Approved Resolution 25-688 to abate nuisance at 1013 Kinsey Dr (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-689 to abate nuisance at 3506 Gay St (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-690 to set a public hearing on case 407 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-691 authorizing expenditures (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 25-692 for District 2 Council Improvement Funds (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-681 recognizing NAHB Professional Women (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-659 appointing Youlanda Caudle to Police Citizens Advisory Council (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-681 (NAHB) and other resolutions unanimously

City Council Regular Meeting

The Huntsville City Council will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance to rezone 27.61 acres west of Old Big Cove Rd and north of Buford Dr to Residence 2 District. The council also will hear nuisance abatement cases at 2209 Apache Dr NW and 2407 Oakwood Ave NW, and set a hearing for a 572.48-acre rezoning (Harris Farm). Numerous contracts and resolutions for park projects, budget amendments, and board appointments are also on the agenda.

• Public hearing on rezoning 27.61 acres at Old Big Cove Rd/Buford Dr to Residence 2
• Public hearings to abate nuisances at 2209 Apache Dr NW and 2407 Oakwood Ave NW
• Resolution to set a public hearing for rezoning 572.48 acres (Harris Farm) near Bob Wade Ln and Mt. Lebanon Rd
• Contract with Grayson Carter & Son Contracting for Tollgate Trail Improvements Project
• Contract with Rogers Group Inc. for Meek Greenway project

The council approved several resolutions and ordinances. Notably, it adopted Ordinance No. 25‑523 to zone 27.61 acres west of Old Big Cove Road to the Residence 2 district. The council also approved resolutions honoring Alabama A&M University’s 150‑year legacy and Vicki Guerrieri, declared public nuisances at two properties, set dates for public hearings on additional nuisance sites, authorized finance expenditures, and appointed Sasha Irby to the Community Development Citizens Advisory Council. All votes were unanimous (Robinson, Kling, Little, Watkins).

• Approved Resolution celebrating Alabama A&M University’s 150‑year legacy (Resolution 25‑649) – Aye: Robinson, Kling, Little, Watkins; Nay: None
• Approved Resolution honoring Vicki Guerrieri (Resolution 25‑650) – Aye: Robinson, Kling, Little, Watkins; Nay: None
• Approved Resolution declaring a public nuisance at 2407 Oakwood Ave NW (Resolution 25‑652) – Aye: Robinson, Kling, Little, Watkins; Nay: None
• Approved Ordinance zoning 27.61 acres west of Old Big Cove Rd (Ordinance 25‑523) – Aye: Robinson, Kling, Little, Watkins; Nay: None
• Approved Resolution setting public hearing for 1013 Kinsey Dr SE (Resolution 25‑653) – Aye: Robinson, Kling, Little, Watkins; Nay: None
• Approved Resolution setting public hearing for 3506 Gay St NW (Resolution 25‑654) – Aye: Robinson, Kling, Little, Watkins; Nay: None
• Approved Finance Committee expenditure resolution (Resolution 25‑657) – Aye: Robinson, Kling, Little, Watkins; Nay: None
• Approved appointment of Sasha Irby to Community Development Citizens Advisory Council (Resolution 25‑614) – Aye: Robinson, Kling, Little, Watkins; Nay: None

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will vote on a $7,515,000 loan for drinking water system improvements and the annexation of 572.48 acres. The body is also setting public hearings for several zoning requests and declaring two properties as public nuisances.

• Ordinance for a $7,515,000 Subordinated Water Revenue Warrant for drinking water capital improvements
• Ordinance to annex 572.48 acres north of Bob Wade Rd and east/west of Mt. Lebanon Rd
• Public hearing for right-of-way vacation at 612 McKinley Avenue NE
• Proposed zoning of 1,013.96 acres south of River Loop Road to Residence 1 and Industrial Park Districts
• Resolution to purchase property from Jeff Benton Properties, LLC for the South Huntsville Police Precinct

The council voted down the appointment of Remelus Bowden to the Huntsville Police Citizens Advisory Council. It approved the reappointment of Pamela Caruso to the same council and adopted several resolutions honoring community groups. The body also set dates for multiple public‑hearing zoning projects and approved finance expenditures, appropriations, and travel authorizations.

• Failed to appoint Remelus Bowden to Police Citizens Advisory Council (Aye: Meredith, Watkins; Nay: Robinson, Little; Abstain: Kling)
• Approved reappointment of Pamela Caruso to Police Citizens Advisory Council (Aye: Meredith, Robinson, Kling, Little, Watkins; Nay: None)
• Approved Resolution 25-598 honoring St. Mark Baptist Church (Aye: all members; Nay: None)
• Approved Resolution 25-599 honoring Mrs. Nell Lane Bradford (Aye: all members; Nay: None)
• Approved Resolution 25-600 recognizing United Women of Color (Aye: all members; Nay: None)
• Approved public‑hearing schedule for multiple zoning projects (Resolutions 25-601, 25-602, 25-603, 25-605, 25-607, 25-609) (Aye: all members; Nay: None)
• Approved finance expenditures and appropriations (Resolution 25-611, Ordinance 25-612) (Aye: all members; Nay: None)
• Approved travel authorization for Councilmember John Meredith to ICMA conference (Resolution 25-613) (Aye: all members; Nay: None)