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From the desk of Council Member David Little, District 2

Huntsville City Council • District 2 September 2025

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Plans for Goldsmith-Schiffman Field

Council Member David Little enjoyed meeting with residents at the District 2 Public Meeting at the Optimist Recreation Center to discuss plans for Goldsmith-Schiffman Field on Beirne Avenue near Five Points. Those plans include transforming the longtime high school football stadium into a welcoming neighborhood park featuring two flag football fields and two pickleball courts. There will also be a pavilion with bathroom facilities to accommodate small social events and a strategic plan to preserve the field’s history with parts of its stone wall remaining in place.

Save the Date: D2 Town Hall on Sept. 16

Make plans to attend the District 2 Town Hall on Tuesday, Sept. 16, from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the Lee High School theater, 2500 Meridian St. N. The focus of the town hall will be education and Council Member Little will be joined by Huntsville City Schools Superintendent Clarence Sutton and District 2 School Board Member Holly McCarty. Bring your questions and curiosity to learn more about Huntsville’s school system.

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Celebrating Persist Project Winners

Council Member Little had the honor of meeting the winners of the Persist Project 2025, a collaborative initiative with the University of Alabama in Huntsville and the U.S. Mission to International Organizations in Vienna. During their visit, he guided the group on a tour of City Hall, highlighting the various art displays throughout the building. The visit concluded with the winners receiving special recognition and certificates celebrating their outstanding achievements.

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'Special Challenges' for Monte Sano Fire Station

Huntsville Fire & Rescue (HFR) operates 20 stations across the city but Station 4 in District 2 atop Monte Sano receives calls perhaps unlike any other station. With its proximity to Monte Sano State Park, Station 4 at 911 Monte Sano Blvd. SE frequently responds to distress calls involving mountain hikers who are lost or injured. And during the winter, roads on Monte Sano may be more treacherous due to snow and ice than other parts of the city. Check out the video to learn more about Station 4.

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Visit to Huntsville Botanical Garden

Council Member Little joined Mayor Tommy Battle and City Administrator John Hamilton on a recent tour at the Huntsville Botanical Garden and met with leadership. The Garden is a tremendous point of pride in Huntsville and Council Member Little was excited to learn more about the Garden’s plans. The visit also provided the opportunity to better understand how City funding helps support the Garden's mission.

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Grooving Through Music Month in September

If it’s September, it’s Music Month in Huntsville. And there will be no shortage of opportunities to enjoy live music at free events throughout the month. Hosted by the Huntsville Music Office, Music Month boosts Huntsville’s creative economy, enhances the City’s reputation as a music-friendly hub, and provides valuable resources for musicians.

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Speaking to Committee of 100

Council Member Little was honored to be a guest speaker alongside District 4 Huntsville City Schools Board Member Ryan Renaud at the recent Huntsville Committee of 100 Elected Leaders Luncheon. During the luncheon, they provided valuable updates and participated in an open discussion with attendees about the Huntsville community and schools.

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Major Street Plan Updated

Keeping traffic flowing smoothly throughout Huntsville is a big job for the City. The Planning Department recently presented an updated Major Street Plan that received unanimous approval. The plan highlighted recent road improvements and high-traffic corridors while also providing an outline of planned roads, such as the continuation of the Northern Bypass east of Memorial Parkway.

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COMING UP

Sept. 1: Labor Day, Municipal Offices Closed

Sept. 8: Huntsville Historic Preservation Commission Meeting, 4:30 p.m., Huntsville City Hall

Sept. 10: Zoning Committee Meeting, 7:30 a.m., Huntsville City Hall

Sept. 11: City Council Meeting, 5:30 p.m., Huntsville City Hall

Sept. 16: District 2 Town Hall, 5:30 p.m., Lee High School Theater, 2500 Meridian St. N

Sept. 16: Board of Zoning Adjustment Meeting, 6 p.m., Huntsville City Hall

Sept. 17: Subdivision Committee Meeting, 7:30 a.m., Huntsville City Hall

Sept. 19: City Council Work Session, 2 p.m., Huntsville City Hall

Sept. 23: Planning Commission Meeting, 5 p.m., Huntsville City Hall

Sept. 25: City Council Meeting, 5:30 p.m., Huntsville City Hall

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