Huntsville public meetings in 2022

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold public hearings on new medical cannabis facility regulations and multiple property rezonings. The agenda also includes a proposal to increase open burning permit fees from $100 to $250. Additionally, the council will vote on various board appointments and contract authorizations.

• Ordinance adding Medical Cannabis Facilities Regulations to the Zoning Ordinance
• Rezoning of 16.32 acres near Oakwood Avenue and Meridian Street
• Increase of Open Burning Permit Fee from $100.00 to $250.00
• Solar Ground Lease Agreement with TAI Huntsville Solar LLC
• Demolition of an unsafe building at 2106 Boardman St SW

The City Council approved several ordinances to set public hearings for zoning changes and air pollution regulations. The council also authorized the demolition of an unsafe building and the cleanup of a public nuisance. Various administrative contracts and board reappointments were approved.

• Approved ordinance to set public hearing for Air Pollution Control Rules (5-0)
• Approved ordinances to set public hearings for five zoning changes and one zoning ordinance amendment (5-0)
• Approved ordinance to set public hearing for Medical Cannabis Facilities Regulations (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Authorized cleanup of public nuisance at 6311 Marsh Ave, NW (5-0)
• Authorized demolition of unsafe building at 2106 Boardman St SW (5-0)
• Increased Open Burning Permit Fee from $100.00 to $250.00 (5-0)
• Denied ordinance amending Council Rule 2-97 regarding Public Comments (3-2)
• Approved $146,468.20 Motorola Solutions license extension for Police Department (5-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Huntsville City Council will consider several items including board appointments and contract change orders for local parks. The agenda also includes the introduction of an ordinance to increase the Open Burning Permit Fee.

• Ordinance to increase Open Burning Permit Fee from $100 to $250
• Rezoning of 24.86 acres near County Line Rd and Old Highway 20
• Change order for construction services at Joe Davis Stadium
• Agreement for engineering services at John Hunt Park Recreation Center
• Appointment of Shane Stewart to the Huntsville Ice Skating Complex Board

The City Council approved several construction change orders, board appointments, and special employee agreements. They also vacated a right-of-way in the Old Town Subdivision and set a future public hearing for rezoning on County Line Road.

• Approved vacation of right-of-way in Old Town Subdivision (5-0)
• Set public hearing for rezoning 24.86 acres on County Line Rd for Jan 26, 2023 (5-0)
• Appointed Shane Stewart to Huntsville Ice Skating Complex Board (5-0)
• Appointed Kristin Wilson to Huntsville Tennis Center Board (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved change order for Aldridge Creek Greenway Crossing (5-0)
• Approved change order for Legacy Park construction (5-0)
• Approved purchase agreement with King’s Firearms (5-0)
• Approved amendments to Classification and Salary Plan and Budget Ordinance (5-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Huntsville City Council will review several rezoning requests and amendments to sign control regulations. The agenda also includes updates to drug and alcohol testing policies and adjustments to cadet hiring rates. Additionally, the council will consider various service agreements and construction change orders for city projects.

• Rezoning of 9.57 acres near US Hwy 72 W and Henderson Lane
• Ordinance expanding drug and alcohol testing for certain positions
• Change Order No. 3 for New City Hall construction services
• Agreement with Pearce Construction Company, Inc. for Fire Station No. 20
• Raising minimum hiring rates for Police Officer/Cadet and Firefighter/Cadet positions

The Council approved a contract with Pearce Construction Company, Inc. for Fire Station No. 20 and an ordinance to increase minimum hiring rates for police and fire cadets. Several board appointments were confirmed, and multiple zoning public hearings were scheduled.

• Approved contract with Pearce Construction Company, Inc. for Fire Station No. 20
• Approved ordinance to raise minimum hiring rates for Police Officer/Cadet and Firefighter/Cadet positions
• Approved $59,838 and $155,000 Homeland Security Grant cooperative agreements (0 city cost)
• Approved reappointment of Robert Broadway to Public Building Authority (4-0)
• Approved appointment of Missy Hanks to Police Citizens Advisory Council (4-0)
• Approved appointment of Elisa Ferrell to Madison County 310 Board (4-0)
• Denied appointment of Kristin Wilson to Tennis Center Board (1-1-2)
• Denied appointment of Keith Rice to Tennis Center Board (2-0-2)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Council will hold public hearings regarding nuisance removal at 4801 Aubrey Cir. NW and property maintenance assessments. It is also setting future hearings to discuss several land rezonings and new medical cannabis regulations.

• Public hearing for nuisance removal at 4801 Aubrey Cir. NW
• Proposed rezoning of 16.32 acres from Light Industry to Residence 2
• Introduction of ordinances for Medical Cannabis Facilities Regulations
• Agreement with Fite Construction Company, LLC for Public Safety Academy Phase II
• Engineering services contract with S&ME, Inc. for James Record Road

The City Council approved several agreements for public safety facilities, engineering services, and the abatement of a public nuisance. The council also authorized expenditures for payment and the settlement of three workers' compensation claims.

• Approved abatement of public nuisance at 4801 Aubrey Cir. NW (4-0)
• Approved authorization to assess costs for cutting overgrown grass/weeds (4-0)
• Approved expenditures for payment via Resolution No. 22-901 (4-0)
• Denied appointment of Tom Estes to Huntsville Tennis Center Board (1-1-2)
• Approved disposal of surplus property via Managed Asset Recovery Services (4-0)
• Approved agreement with Fite Construction Company for Public Safety Academy Phase II (4-0)
• Approved agreement with CentralSquare Technologies for police alarm software (4-0)
• Approved agreement with Nola Van|Peursem Architects for CSI Building and Warehouse (4-0)

City Council Special Session

The Huntsville City Council is holding a special session to conduct elections for several leadership roles. The agenda includes electing the Council President, President Pro Tempore, and Third Presiding Officer.

• Election of Council President
• Election of President Pro Tempore
• Election of Third Presiding Officer

City Council Regular Meeting

The Huntsville City Council will hold public hearings on several land rezoning requests, including a 153-acre area near Highway 72 West. The meeting also includes decisions on right-of-way vacations and appointments to local boards. Additionally, the council will consider ordinances regarding medical cannabis dispensing sites and street resurfacing contracts.

• Rezoning of 153 acres near Hwy 72 West from Highway Business C-4 to Residence 2
• Ordinance authorizing medical cannabis dispensing sites within city limits
• Contract with SJ&L General Contractors, LLC for residential street resurfacing
• Public hearing for nuisance abatement at 235 Victory Ln NE
• Appointments to the Huntsville Ice Skating Complex Board of Control

The City Council introduced an ordinance to allow medical cannabis dispensing sites within city limits. The council also approved several right-of-way vacations, board appointments, and various municipal service contracts.

• Introduced ordinance authorizing medical cannabis dispensing sites (4-0)
• Approved appointment of Kelsey Smith, Thomas Holliday, and Richard Godwin to city boards (4-0)
• Approved agreement with Marshall County Gas District (4-0)
• Approved vacation of alleyway at Pierre Addition to Viduta and Nolen Avenue (4-0)
• Approved vacation of right-of-way for Lot 20 in Wakefield Subdivision (4-0)
• Approved vacation of right-of-way in MidCity Subdivision Phase 6 (4-0)
• Approved contract with SJ&L General Contractors, LLC for residential street resurfacing (4-0)
• Approved contract with Lambert Contracting, L.L.C. for Governors Drive improvements (4-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Huntsville City Council approved a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a 30-year power purchase agreement with Toyota Tsusho for electric utility services. The council also approved a policy on use of city resources related to women's healthcare and pregnancy outcomes by a 4-1 vote, with Councilmember Robinson dissenting. All other agenda items, including several annexations, easement vacations, and board appointments, were approved unanimously.

• Approved Resolution 22-812 authorizing a 30-year power purchase agreement with Toyota Tsusho (Utilities: Electric).
• Approved Resolution 22-844 establishing a policy for use of city resources related to women's healthcare and pregnancy outcomes (4-1, Robinson nay).
• Approved Resolution 22-800 honoring Wayne Bonner for 30 years of service to the Von Braun Center and City of Huntsville.
• Approved Resolution 22-801 authorizing assessment of costs for cutting overgrown grass/weeds on certain properties.
• Approved Resolution 22-802 authorizing assessment of costs for boarding and securing certain properties.
• Approved Resolution 22-803 declaring 235 Victory Ln NE a public nuisance and setting an objections hearing for October 27, 2022.
• Approved Ordinance 22-796 annexing 1.16 acres west of Old Big Cove Rd. and south of Hartford Rd.
• Approved Ordinance 22-797 annexing 5.47 acres west of Wade Rd. and east of Hwy 431 S.

City Council Special Session

The City Council will canvass the returns from the September 20, 2022, run-off municipal election. The council will also consider an ordinance declaring David Little and Andrea Alvarez elected to their respective positions for terms beginning November 7, 2022.

• Canvassing of the September 20, 2022, run-off municipal election returns
• Ordinance No. 22-799 declaring David Little and Andrea Alvarez elected to office

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding several land rezoning requests in various districts. These hearings allow for input on changes to residential and industrial land use. The agenda also includes proceedings for nuisance abatement at two properties and votes on numerous board appointments.

• Public hearing to rezone 2.26 acres near George Byrd Dr. to Residence 1 District
• Public hearing to rezone 56.63 acres near Knotty Walls Rd. to Residence 2 District
• Nuisance abatement for junk and debris at 902 Cole Dr SE
• Nuisance abatement for a fire-damaged structure at 6311 Marsh Ave NW
• Resolutions honoring Erick Wade, Lyle Voyles, and the Huntsville High School Band

The council introduced the City of Huntsville's annual budget for fiscal year 2023, which includes a cost-of-living adjustment for employees, and approved both the 1990 and 2014 Capital Improvement Plans for fiscal years 2023-2032. Several board appointments were made, including reappointments to the Beautification Board and Burritt Memorial Committee, and nuisance abatement orders were approved for two properties. The council also set public hearings for multiple zoning and rezoning requests.

• Introduced FY2023 budget ordinance (4-1, Akridge opposed)
• Approved 1990 Capital Improvement Plan FY2023-2032 (5-0)
• Approved 2014 Capital Improvement Plan FY2023-2032 (5-0)
• Approved nuisance abatement at 902 Cole Dr SE (5-0)
• Approved nuisance abatement at 6311 Marsh Ave NW (5-0)
• Reappointed Joy Parker to Beautification Board (4-1, Akridge opposed)
• Reappointed Al Hess to Beautification Board (4-1, Akridge opposed)
• Set public hearings for zoning of 2.26 acres on George Byrd Dr and 56.63 acres on Knotty Walls Rd (5-0 each)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will review presentations regarding the FY2023 budget. This includes discussions on the 1990 and 2014 Capital Improvement Plans (CIP).

• Presentation of the FY2023 budget
• Presentation of the 1990 CIP
• Presentation of the 2014 CIP

City Council Special Session

The Huntsville City Council will canvass the results of the August 23, 2022, general municipal election. The council will also consider ordinances to declare specific candidates elected and to call for a run-off election on September 20, 2022.

• Canvassing returns of the August 23, 2022, general municipal election
• Ordinance 22-664 declaring Bill Kling, Ryan Renaud, and Holly McCarty elected
• Ordinance 22-665 calling for a run-off election on September 20, 2022, for City Council District 2 and Board of Education District 3

City Council Regular Meeting

The Huntsville City Council will hold public hearings on multiple land rezoning requests, including a 135-acre tract near Highway 72 West. The agenda also includes discussions regarding police citation authority and various board appointments.

• Rezoning of 135.09 acres near Hwy 72 West and Brian Hill Road
• Discussion on Citation in Lieu of Arrest Authority for the Police Department
• Transfer of 14.00 acres on Max Luther Drive to the Huntsville City Board of Education
• Contract with Rogers Group, Inc. for Pratt Avenue Box Culvert
• Zoning amendment regarding apartment building spacing regulations

The Huntsville City Council approved several zoning changes for properties along Highway 72 West and other areas, all unanimously. They also authorized contracts for the Pratt Avenue Box Culvert project with Rogers Group, Inc., and change orders for the new City Hall and Joe Davis Stadium renovations. Additionally, the council approved travel for members to conferences and reappointed several board members.

• Approved zoning of 8.30 acres on Hwy 72 West to Highway Business C-4 District (4-0)
• Approved zoning of 135.09 acres on Hwy 72 West to Highway Business C-4 and Residence 2-A Districts (4-0)
• Approved zoning of 8.54 acres on Berkley Road to Residence 2 District (4-0)
• Approved zoning of 4.86 acres on Hardiman Road to Residence 2 District (4-0)
• Approved contract with Rogers Group, Inc. for Pratt Avenue Box Culvert (4-0)
• Approved Change Order #2 with Turner Construction for New City Hall and Parking Deck (4-0)
• Approved Change Order #2 with Lee Builders for Joe Davis Stadium Renovation (4-0)
• Approved travel for Councilmembers to Washington D.C. and ICMA Convention (4-0)

City Council Work Session

The Huntsville City Council will hold a work session to discuss the 2022-2023 budget. No other business items are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of the 2022-2023 budget

City Council Regular Meeting

The meeting includes several requests to set public hearings for land rezoning and a hearing regarding property maintenance costs. The council will also consider various contracts, including the rescission of a construction contract for the John Hunt Park soccer complex.

• Rezoning of 56.63 acres near Knotty Walls Rd and Old Big Cove Rd
• Federal transit grant amendment for up to $5,962,071.00
• Rescission of a contract for John Hunt Park Championship Soccer Complex Phase II
• Public hearing on assessing costs for cutting overgrown grass or weeds on certain properties
• Agreement with Miller & Miller, Inc. for Aldridge Creek Greenway Crossing

The Huntsville City Council approved the consent agenda, which included numerous resolutions and ordinances, and set public hearings for September 22, 2022, on several zoning requests. The council also made multiple board appointments and reappointments, and approved a one-time lump sum payment to certain retirees (4-1).

• Approved consent agenda with 30+ items (5-0)
• Set public hearings for Sept 22 on zoning for George Byrd Dr, Knotty Walls Rd, Oakwood Rd, Memorial Pkwy, Plummer Rd (5-0 each)
• Approved expenditures for payment (5-0)
• Reappointed Virginia Rice and Sarah Gessler to Museum Board (5-0 each)
• Reappointed Steve Thornton to Von Braun Center Board (5-0)
• Appointed Donald Taylor and reappointed Rob Robinson to MidCity Improvement District (5-0 each)
• Approved one-time lump sum payment to certain retirees (4-1, Robinson nay)
• Approved contract with Dunlap Contracting for John Hunt Park Soccer Complex Phase II (5-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider several rezoning requests for industrial and residential areas. The agenda also includes resolutions regarding opioid settlements and various board appointments.

• Resolution to join the McKesson and Janssen opioid settlements
• Rezoning of 4.04 acres near Triana Blvd and Governor's Drive
• Rezoning of 16.99 acres near Hwy 72 East and Jordan Road
• Rezoning of 36.04 acres near Pulaski Pike and Beaver Dam Road
• Agreement with Tecta America Southeast, LLC for Von Braun Center North Hall roof replacement

The Huntsville City Council approved joining the McKesson and Janssen opioid settlements, set public hearings for three rezoning requests, and approved a consent agenda covering expenditures, contracts, and grants. A proposed horse and carriage ordinance amendment failed after a split vote.

• Approved resolution to join McKesson and Janssen opioid settlements (4-0)
• Set public hearing for rezoning 4.04 acres on Triana Blvd to Highway Business C-4 (4-0)
• Set public hearing for zoning 16.99 acres on Hwy 72 East to C-4 and Residence 2 (4-0)
• Set public hearing for rezoning 36.04 acres on Pulaski Pike to Residence 2 and Commercial Industrial Park (4-0)
• Set public hearing for vacation of right-of-way on Pollard Street for August 25, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including budget amendment, contracts, and grants (4-0)
• Approved resolution for early payment of Series 2012-A and 2014-A warrants (4-0)
• Failed to pass horse and carriage ordinance amendment (1-3)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Huntsville City Council is reviewing several zoning amendments for land near Highway 72 West and Berkley Road. The agenda also includes discussions on property maintenance, business licenses, and various service agreements.

• Zoning changes for parcels near Highway 72 West and Berkley Road
• Lease of the renovated Joe Davis Stadium to NSH Nextco, LLC
• Demolition of an unsafe building at 4602 Whitehall Dr NW
• Contract for Municipal Court software with Global Payment Integrated
• Annexation of 25.21 acres near Oakwood Road and Research Park Boulevard

The Huntsville City Council approved the consent agenda, set public hearings for August 25, 2022, on several zoning requests, and made multiple board appointments. The stadium lease for Joe Davis Stadium failed as submitted after a motion to limit changes to $1,000,000 was approved. Several items were postponed or referred to future meetings.

• Approved consent agenda including travel, donations, budget amendment, procurement, and various agreements (5-0)
• Set public hearings for Aug 25, 2022 on zoning for Hwy 72 West/Wall Triana Blvd, Hwy 72 West/Brian Hill Rd, Berkley Rd, Hardiman Rd, and apartment spacing amendment (5-0)
• Approved demolition of unsafe building at 4602 Whitehall Dr NW (5-0)
• Approved assessing costs for grass cutting, boarding, and securing properties (5-0)
• Approved horse-drawn carriage license for Stan Smith d/b/a Wild Hearts Cowboy Carriage Rides (5-0)
• Appointed Jennifer Upton to Burritt Memorial Committee (5-0)
• Appointed Chase Allen to Constitution Village Board after reconsideration (4-1, Akridge nay)
• Failed stadium lease for Joe Davis Stadium to NSH Nextco, LLC as submitted

City Council Regular Meeting

The council will hold public hearings on several rezoning requests for residential and business districts. The agenda also includes significant funding requests for Huntsville Utilities, including vehicle purchases and transformer orders. Additionally, the meeting covers various board appointments and municipal agreements.

• Rezoning of 231.52 acres near Pulaski Pike and Kelly Cemetery Road
• $5,100,000 for electric substation transformers
• $9,317,000 for electric utility vehicle purchases
• $2,034,000 for gas utility vehicle purchases
• MOU between the City and Breeze Aviation Group, Inc.

The Huntsville City Council approved several rezoning requests, including the Crown Creek Planned Development amendment, a 231.52-acre rezoning on Pulaski Pike, and a 23.61-acre rezoning on Holladay Blvd. The council also approved two annexations, multiple Huntsville Utilities spending resolutions totaling over $18 million, and various other contracts and agreements. All votes were unanimous except for two 4-1 votes on the George Moore Electric Utility Board reappointment and the Knotty Walls Rd. annexation.

• Approved Crown Creek PD-H rezoning amendment (5-0)
• Approved Pulaski Pike rezoning of 231.52 acres (5-0)
• Approved Holladay Blvd rezoning of 23.61 acres (5-0)
• Approved $5.1M electric substation transformer order (5-0)
• Approved $9.317M electric vehicle purchase (5-0)
• Approved $2.034M gas vehicle purchase (5-0)
• Approved $1.636M water vehicle purchase (5-0)
• Approved 56.63-acre Knotty Walls Rd. annexation (4-1)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Council will consider several rezoning and annexation requests for various land parcels. The agenda also includes public hearings regarding property maintenance liens and building demolitions. Additionally, the meeting covers budget amendments and employee compensation.

• Demolition of an unsafe building at 3707 Grote St SW
• Distribution of midyear budget surplus to all City employees
• Rezoning of 4.04 acres near Triana Blvd and Governor's Drive
• Sale of property to Stanley Developers, LLC
• Price increase for the Roadside Towing services agreement

The Huntsville City Council approved the annexation of 327.60 acres on Huntsville Brownsferry Road and Mooresville Road (Graham-Hicks Farm) by a 4-1 vote, with Councilmember Akridge voting no. The council also approved several other items, including surplus property sales, easement vacations, and a budget amendment, all by unanimous votes. A resolution to distribute surplus funds equally to all city employees failed 1-4.

• Approved Graham-Hicks Farm annexation (327.60 acres) (4-1)
• Approved sale of surplus property to Stanley Developers, LLC (two ordinances)
• Approved vacation of utility/drainage easements in Sugar Tree, Little Mountain, and Piedmont subdivisions
• Approved budget amendment changing appropriated funding for departments and funds
• Approved fire apparatus lease agreement with Brindlee Mountain Fire Apparatus
• Approved settlement of Holland Jurhs v. City of Huntsville lawsuit
• Denied resolution to distribute surplus funds equally to all city employees (1-4)
• Set public hearings for July 28, 2022 on three rezoning requests

City Council Regular Meeting

The Huntsville City Council will hold public hearings on multiple rezoning requests, including a 51-acre planned development. The agenda also includes decisions on land leases, construction contracts for local parks, and the distribution of midyear budget surplus to city employees.

• Rezoning of 51.38 acres at Bankhead Pkwy and Gaslight Way to Planned Development
• Resolution to distribute midyear budget surplus to all City employees
• Land lease agreement for 483.37 acres near Greenbrier Road
• Construction contract for John Hunt Park Championship Soccer Complex Phase II
• Public hearing regarding nuisance abatement at 809 Cross St NW

The Huntsville City Council approved several rezoning requests, including residential and commercial changes, and authorized construction contracts for the John Hunt Park Soccer Complex Phase II and Legacy Park. It also approved numerous annexations, surplus property donations to fire departments, and a budget amendment (with one dissenting vote). A resolution to distribute surplus funds to employees was deleted from the agenda.

• Approved rezoning of 16.36 acres on Hegia Burrow Road to Residence 2 (5-0)
• Approved rezoning of 24.47 acres on Kirby Lane to Highway Business C-4 (5-0)
• Approved rezoning of 14.33 acres on Research Park Blvd to Highway Business C-4 (5-0)
• Approved rezoning of 51.38 acres on Bankhead Pkwy to Planned Development-Housing (5-0)
• Approved ordinance amending brewpub zoning regulations (5-0)
• Approved $2.1M contract for John Hunt Park Soccer Complex Phase II (5-0)
• Approved contract for Legacy Park construction (5-0)
• Approved budget amendment (4-1, Kling dissenting)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Huntsville City Council is reviewing several rezoning requests and land lease agreements. The agenda includes construction contracts for Von Braun Center renovations and various budget amendments. The council will also consider ordinances regarding annexation and personnel policy changes.

• Rezoning of 231.52 acres near Pulaski Pike from Residence 1 to multiple districts
• Construction contract for Von Braun Center North Hall and Playhouse
• Land lease agreement with Roger Martin Farms for 108 acres in Cummings Research Park
• $61,750 EPA grant application for air monitoring equipment
• Ordinance to establish the Bridge Street Arts & Entertainment District

The Huntsville City Council approved the consent agenda and several resolutions, including contracts for Von Braun Center renovations and land leases. It also set public hearings for June 23, 2022, on rezoning and right-of-way vacation requests. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved consent agenda items 20.a-d, 20.g-i, 20.l-v (5-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 2 for VBC Propst Arena renovations (5-0)
• Approved agreement with Pearce Construction for VBC North Hall and Playhouse (5-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for Joe Davis Stadium renovation (5-0)
• Approved agreement with Wiregrass Construction for Ice Sports Center parking lot (5-0)
• Set public hearing for June 23 on Crown Creek PD-H rezoning (5-0)
• Set public hearing for June 23 on Pulaski Pike rezoning (5-0)
• Set public hearing for June 23 on Holladay Blvd rezoning (5-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Huntsville City Council is reviewing several infrastructure and development projects. This includes a contract for the Big Cove Basin Sewer Extension and engineering services for the Rocket Development Project Site. The council will also consider an ordinance to annex 16.99 acres near Highway 72 East.

• Contract with Lambert Contracting, L.L.C. for Big Cove Basin Sewer Extension
• Engineering services contract for the Rocket Development Project Site
• Public hearing on cleanup costs for a nuisance at 2111 Hill St, NW
• Ordinance to annex 16.99 acres near Highway 72 East and Jordan Road
• Option to purchase approximately 23.898 acres of property in Limestone County

The Huntsville City Council approved a resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with Lambert Contracting, L.L.C. for the Big Cove Basin Sewer Extension (Project No. 71-22-SS02). The council also approved numerous other resolutions, including contracts for engineering services, property purchases, and transit buses, all with unanimous votes. Several ordinances were introduced for future consideration, including annexation and arts district amendments.

• Approved Big Cove Basin Sewer Extension contract with Lambert Contracting (5-0)
• Approved engineering design services contract with Matheny Goldmon Architecture + Interiors for Rocket Development Project Site (5-0)
• Approved Constellation Phase I ROW Improvements contract with SJ&L General Contractor (5-0)
• Approved option to purchase 23.898 acres in Limestone County (5-0)
• Approved agreement with Nova Bus (US) Inc. for purchase of public transit buses (5-0)
• Approved agreement with Huntsville Assistance Program for Emergency Rental Assistance funds (5-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing expenditures for payment (5-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing travel for Councilmember Meredith to ALM Convention (5-0)

City Council Work Session

The Huntsville City Council will hold a work session to discuss police procedures. The discussion focuses on an effort to allow officers to issue citations rather than taking individuals into custody for personal misdemeanor marijuana possession.

• Discussion regarding issuing citations for personal misdemeanor marijuana possession

City Council Regular Meeting

The Huntsville City Council will hold public hearings on multiple rezoning requests for residential and business districts. The council is also reviewing ordinances to update brewpub regulations and increase small purchase thresholds. Additionally, the meeting includes discussions on various city contracts and budget amendments.

• Rezoning of 51.38 acres at Bankhead Pkwy and Gaslight Way to Planned Development - Housing District
• Rezoning of 24.47 acres near Kirby Lane and Hwy 72 West to Highway Business C-4 District
• Ordinance to increase small purchase thresholds from $1,000 to $5,000
• Construction contract for Von Braun Center Propst Arena ceiling improvements
• Ordinance amending brewpub regulations and boundaries

The Huntsville City Council approved a special shuttle license for PAK Holdings, LLC d/b/a Huntsville Brews Cruise, and set public hearings for May 26, 2022, on several rezoning requests and a brewpub zoning amendment. The council also approved a consent agenda covering expenditures, donations, procurement, budget amendments, and various agreements, and introduced two ordinances for future consideration.

• Approved special shuttle license for Huntsville Brews Cruise (5-0)
• Set public hearing for May 26 on rezoning of 16.36 acres at Hegia Burrow and Oscar Webster Roads (5-0)
• Set public hearing for May 26 on rezoning of 24.47 acres at Kirby Lane and Hwy 72 West (5-0)
• Set public hearing for May 26 on rezoning of 14.33 acres at Research Park Blvd and Corporate Drive (5-0)
• Set public hearing for May 26 on rezoning of 51.38 acres at Bankhead Pkwy and Gaslight Way (5-0)
• Set public hearing for May 26 on brewpub zoning amendment (5-0)
• Set public hearing for May 12 on vacation of right-of-way along Davis Circle (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including expenditures, donations, procurement, budget amendment, and multiple agreements (5-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The council will hold public hearings on several land rezoning requests and a right-of-way vacation. The agenda also includes consideration of various city contracts, budget amendments, and board appointments.

• Rezoning 36.57 acres near University Drive and Wayne Road
• Rezoning 3.58 acres on Cap Adkins Road
• Rezoning 2.22 acres near Old Hwy 20 and Greenbrier Pkwy
• Budget Ordinance No. 22-198 regarding appropriated funding
• Agreement with Schoel Engineering for The Village at Max Luther Development

City Council Regular Meeting

The Huntsville City Council met to conduct public hearings regarding property boarding and a nuisance demolition at 2303 Poplar Ave, NW. The council also addressed various utility easement vacations and board appointments. Additionally, the meeting included the donation of surplus city vehicles to local organizations.

• Public hearing for demolition of a public nuisance at 2303 Poplar Ave, NW
• Resolution authorizing costs for boarding and securing certain properties
• Donation of surplus city vans to the Boy Scouts of America and The Arc of Madison County
• Engineering services agreement for the New Transit Transfer Station
• Contract modification for Sandra Moon Community Center Phase 2

City Council Regular Meeting

The Huntsville City Council will review previous meeting minutes and consider various board appointments. The agenda also includes setting dates for upcoming public hearings regarding multiple zoning changes and reviewing several city contracts.

• Setting public hearings for rezoning 36.57 acres near University Drive and Wayne Road
• Application for a $200,000 EPA Air Grant to support the Air Pollution Control Program
• Agreement with Mobile Communications of America for city communication and security systems
• Termination of the pest control services contract with Spray’s Termite Control and Insulations, Inc.
• Construction services for the Sandra Moon Community Center Phase 2

City Council Regular Meeting

The Huntsville City Council met to approve a lease agreement and bonds for a new city hall facility. The agenda also included zoning changes, budget amendments, and various municipal service contracts.

• Ordinance authorizing a lease agreement and bonds for a new city hall facility
• Zoning change for 1.24 acres at Mohawk Road and Olmstead Road to Residence 1-A District
• Zoning change for 1.00 acre at County Line Road and Old Hwy 20 to Highway Business C-4 District
• Ordinance amending the Budget Ordinance regarding funding for various departments
• Right-of-way vacation along Powell Road (Mazda Toyota)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council is setting public hearings for multiple land rezoning requests, including a 36.57-acre area near University Drive. The meeting also includes the adoption of various service agreements and construction contracts. Additionally, the council addressed board appointments and budget amendments.

• Public hearings set for rezoning 36.57 acres near University Drive and Wayne Road
• Application for a $200,000 federal EPA Air Grant
• Construction contract for Sandra Moon Community Center Phase 2
• Agreement with Mobile Communications of America for technical support services
• Termination of the Pest Control Services contract with Spray’s Termite Control & Insulations, Inc.

City Council Regular Meeting

The Huntsville City Council voted on multiple land rezoning requests and two property annexations. The council also addressed public nuisance abatements and various municipal board appointments. Some proposed legislation regarding red-light cameras failed to pass.

• Rezoning of 33.16 acres near Plummer Road to Residence 2-B District
• Rezoning of 15.94 acres near US Hwy 72 West and Burgreen Road
• Annexation of 3.58 acres near Cap Adkins Road
• Abatement of a public nuisance at 2111 Hill St, NW
• Appointment of Dr. Jan Harris to the Huntsville Public Library Board

City Council Regular Meeting

The Huntsville City Council met to approve various zoning changes and easement vacations. The council also adopted several agreements for architectural services, construction projects, and software modifications.

• Zoning change for 1.24 acres at Mohawk Road and Olmstead Road to Residence 1-A
• Architectural services contracts with Nola | VanPeursem Architects, PC
• Budget amendment Ordinance No. 22-20
• Public nuisance declaration for 2111 Hill St NW
• Agreement with Rogers Group, Inc. for various construction projects