A Vision for Today and the Future
Bringing New Stores and Restaurants
Councilman Kling has worked to bring new options for shopping and dining to District 4 and Huntsville, including Stovehouse, Whole Foods, The Cheesecake Factory, Trader Joe’s, Merchants Walk and Merchants Square.
Improving Roadways and Sidewalks
Councilman Bill Kling has worked to get record resurfacing money to improve our roads, while supporting a 250% increase in the sidewalk budget.
Preserving the Past
Bill Kling promised and helped to place McThornmor Acres, Merrimack Hall Performing Arts Center, and Lowe Mill ARTS and Entertainment on the National Register of Historic Places. He also supported funding enhancements at Merrimack Hall and Lowe Mill.
Making Green Connections
Bill pushed the construction of Bicycle and Walking Lanes from downtown to UAH.
Renovating Our Schools
Refurbishments at Ridgecrest and McDonell Elementary Schools include playground, restroom and library work, new paint, door & hardware upgrades, electrical work, and gym and roof replacements.
Building New Roads
$500,000,000 has been allocated for new roads to improve traffic flow and capacity.
Standing Up for Neighborhoods
When a developer had plans to buy the Annie Merts Center and make changes to the property, Bill Kling learned there was a lack of widespread advance notice. He immediately demanded a town hall meeting to inform downtown residents before moving forward.
Residents in Piedmont discovered a developer planned to subdivide a single lot in violation of neighborhood covenants, Councilman Kling supported the residents in a lawsuit that stopped the project and will prohibit future subdividing throughout the city.
New Office and Living Spaces
New commercial and residential construction is happening on Governors Drive at the Range and The Foundry to join Campus 805 and Stovehouse.
A New Space to Skate
The World Class Skate Park coming to John Hunt Park will include custom-made bowls, snake runs, a three-quarter pipe, street plaza and other unique features for skaters of all ages and skill levels.
A New Sports Space
Joe Davis Stadium is being renovated to become a multi-use stadium that will be used to host high school football games, lacrosse games and soccer.