April 2024 e-newsletter for Council Member Jennie Robinson
April 2024 e-newsletter for Council Member Jennie Robinson
City of Huntsville, Alabama
From the desk of Council Member Jennie Robinson, District 3
D3 Town Hall on Public Safety
Make plans to join Council Member Jennie Robinson at the D3 Town Hall on Monday, May 13, at the Sandra Moon Community Complex in the old Grissom band room. The topic will be public safety and will feature a presentation from Capt. Chris Riley, Commander of the South Precinct. A second-to-none quality of life is what is attracting new residents and businesses to Huntsville, and public safety is at the top of the list. Don’t miss what is sure to be an informative event.
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Head of the Class
The City’s Office of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion offers a Civic Engagement Academy in the spring and fall for citizens who want to know more about the way their government functions. Council Member Robinson recently had the pleasure of addressing the group’s third session on the role public safety plays in ensuring citizens’ safety. Learn more about the CEA here and make plans to register for the Fall 2024 cohort.
Stitched Together 
Council Member Robinson attended the 2024 Fanfare Quilt show, hosted by the Heritage Quilters of Huntsville. Karen Measles won Best of Show with a quilt that took 18 months to complete. The biennial event, held at the Von Braun Center, raises funds for future shows and "comfy quilts" charity projects. These quilts are distributed to veterans, NICU babies, domestic violence survivors, distressed children, fire victims and others in need of comfort. Additionally, emergency responders such as firefighters, police and EMTs carry quilts in their vehicles to provide immediate assistance to those in crisis.
Celebrating Women's History
Congrats to Huntsville Parks & Recreation on the inaugural HerPower Walk at Big Spring Park on March 16. Participants were undeterred by the chilly weather, as they gathered to honor Women’s History Month. As women from diverse backgrounds came together to walk, share stories and inspire one another, the event served as a testament to the strength and unity within the community. 
Global Ties Display
Time is running out to see the Women's History Month exhibit on the first floor of the Madison County Courthouse. The display showcases Council Member Robinson alongside other influential women in leadership positions within the Huntsville community. A special thank you to Global Ties for acknowledging the significance of female leaders and their contributions. Don't miss this opportunity to celebrate and honor the impact of women in shaping our community's history and future.
Honoring Joy Parker
Council Member Robinson honored Joy Parker with a City Council resolution at the March 28 meeting. A longtime member of the City’s Beautification Board, Parker – a Boston native – has a servant’s heart and passion for beautifying Huntsville. “We should be proud to be the people keeping this as one of the prettiest cities to live in,” Parker said in a 2021 article on City Blog. “You get so much satisfaction from it and you see how much people care.”
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South Huntsville Cleanups
You don’t have to be Joy Parker to care about beautifying the community. You just need a few hours of free time. There are two South Huntsville cleanup events on the horizon, so mark your calendars now. Green Team will be at Ditto Landing on Saturday, May 4, from 8 a.m. to noon. Join them again at Community Fellowship Baptist Church on Saturday, May 18, from 8-11 a.m. for the South Huntsville Cleanup Day. All ages and experience levels are welcome at both events and all supplies are provided. Hope to see you there!
Beautification Nominations Open
The Huntsville Beautification Board seeks nominations for the 2024 Beautification Awards. To participate, submit your nominations along with a $50 entry fee per property by April 8. This is a wonderful opportunity to showcase the beauty and dedication of local landscaping efforts. Judging will take place after Memorial Day. Don't miss the chance to acknowledge and celebrate the captivating landscapes that enrich the character of Huntsville.
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COMING UP
April 11: City Council Meeting, 5:30 p.m., 1st Floor Chambers, Huntsville City Hall

April 25: City Council Meeting, 5:30 p.m., 1st Floor Chambers, Huntsville City Hall

May 4: Ditto Landing Cleanup Day, Ditto Landing, 8 a.m.

May 13: D3 Town Hall, Sandra Moon Community Complex, 6:30 p.m.

May 18: South Huntsville Cleanup Day, Community Fellowship Baptist Church, 8 a.m. 
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