Huntsville: Ready for Liftoff with U.S. Space Command!

Huntsville's no stranger to welcoming big players in the military and space game! From Dr. von Braun's rocketeers to the ever-expanding FBI presence at Redstone Arsenal, this city's got a history of embracing major moves.

Space Command: Welcome Aboard!

With the recent announcement that U.S. Space Command is setting up shop here, Huntsville, Madison County, and Limestone County are prepped and ready. "We're ready to welcome Space Command and help facilitate its long-term success," says Madison County Commission Chairman Mac McCutcheon. Sounds like a warm welcome!

Proven Track Record

Huntsville's already home to 65 federal agencies. The city's got a proven record of smoothly transitioning major federal agencies to Redstone, including Army Materiel Command, Army Aviation, and key FBI operations.

Mission Ready: Infrastructure Investments

Huntsville's been busy investing in infrastructure to be mission-ready, including:

• Over $400 million in completed transportation improvements, with $250+ million still in the works.
• A whopping $600 million in K–12 school enhancements to handle the growing families.
• $200+ million in healthcare expansions, with Huntsville Hospital getting some love.
• More than $150 million to improve our quality of life with new parks and rec areas!

Key Road Projects Galore!

Road improvements near Redstone Arsenal are either done, underway, or in the design phase. This includes Zierdt Road improvements, widening Research Park Boulevard, and widening I-565 to I-65.

Community Support

"Our community has a proven track record of supporting the Department of Defense," adds Chip Cherry, CEO of the Huntsville/Madison County Chamber of Commerce. "We will use that experience to support the personnel associated with Space Command."

The Ripple Effect

State Rep. Rex Reynolds and other officials are ready to welcome Space Command. The thousands of jobs headed to Redstone will have a huge economic impact throughout the area!

Limestone County: On Board!

Limestone County is also geared up to support this expansion, according to Beth Shockney, president and CEO of the Limestone County Economic Development Association, offering workforce development, great infrastructure, and that community support.

Get ready, Huntsville. Space Command is coming!