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What is your favorite BIG Picture idea for Huntsville

Submitted by Jeff (@jeffcolbert50) 4 months ago

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Lazy River

Wouldn't it be great to have a Lazy River to float down thru town, thru Big Springs Park and then on to Brahan Park where a water park should be constructed. The existing levies could be utilized for the main river therefore all that would need to be dug would be a connector to Big Springs Park. This would be tons of fun for families wanting to spend the day on the water but not wanting to have to travel to the river ...more »

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What is your favorite BIG Picture idea for Huntsville

Submitted by Jeff (@jeffcolbert50) 8 months ago

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New to Huntsville and proud to call it home.

I have only been living in Huntsville for 6 months now and I have loved every minute of it. I have lived in Georgia in the city and also other parts of Alabama in cities as well, but i can honestly say that Huntsville is truly amazing. It is not only a pretty city but it always has something going on for the entire family. Personally I like going to Big Springs with my wife and our dog just to watch the ducks and have ...more »

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What is your favorite BIG Picture idea for Huntsville

Let's start painting "The BIG Picture" in our comprehensive master plan by sharing some of our favorite ideas for live, work and play in Huntsville.

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A wayfinding plan addresses directional signage for motorists and pedestrians. Huntsville desired a professional and consistent plan that helped residents and visitors easily locate public parking and major attractions.

View the plan at Huntsville Wayfinding.

The City will present the new directional signage plan for downtown Huntsville to the Planning Commission on Tuesday, Jan. 28, 5 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, 308 Fountain Circle. The public is invited to attend. Once approved, the City plans to begin implementation in late summer 2014.

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The historic buildings and homes in downtown Huntsville are important part of the city's charm, culture, and southern heritage. Three of these major structures are in transition, and we want to know your ideas on what should happen next with these buildings. The two school properties are listed on the State of Alabama's historic register, and approval for renovations must be granted by the Huntsville Historic Preservation Commission. The bank building is listed on the National Historic Register.

First National Bank of Alabama on Jefferson Street.

One of Huntsville's most iconic and recognizable structures, this Greek Revival bank was built on the Courthouse Square in 1835. It served as a bank until 2010, when Regions Bank deeded the property for community use via an arrangement with the Historic Preservation Authority. The City needs a plan and funding for the building's use and maintenance. What do you think should happen to the building?

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Annie Merts Center

Home to the Huntsville City Schools administrative offices, this former school building sits on the corner of Randolph and White Streets. Built in 1928 in the Renaissance Revival style, it served as a high school. In 1987, the building was converted into administrative offices. Huntsville City Schools is considering selling the property along with the nearby parking lot across White Street.

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