New Big Spring Park expansion project takes another step forward
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Expansion plans for Big Spring Park took another step forward last night at the Huntsville City Council meeting, as the City awarded a construction contract to Fite Construction Company to convert the former City Hall property at 308 Fountain Circle into an active, accessible public greenspace.
Fite Construction will have 400 days to complete the park expansion for its low bid of $12,481,000, approximately $2 million under the project’s approved budget.
What’s new coming to Big Spring Park
Construction will include a range of amenities designed to encourage recreation, connectivity, and community gathering, including:
- Pavilion with an integrated water feature
- Public restrooms
- Rustic-themed playground
- Accessible walking paths throughout the site
- Public art installations in partnership with ArtsHuntsville
- Church Street streetscape improvements, including pedestrian enhancements
- Repairs to the canal wall to improve long-term stability and safety
The design, developed by Bostick Landscape Architects and Nola VanPeursem, emphasizes ADA accessibility. It improves pedestrian connections and enhances the site’s overall visual appeal.
Together, these elements strengthen the link between Big Spring Park East and West while creating inviting spaces for relaxation, play, and community gatherings.
Construction is expected to begin in approximately two weeks, following final contract execution and pre-construction coordination.
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