City of Montgomery

Montgomery will open a warming center tonight at the Floyd Community Center to provide shelter and warmth for residents in need during the cold weather. Local meteorologists are predicting freezing temperatures during the evening hours of this week. 40's and 50's are also expected— but that's during the daytime.

A sanitary sewer infrastructure project in the City of Montgomery is entering its first phase. The effort serves the Old Selma Road, Madison Park and Hunter Station areas. Leaders in the area say the project is critical and marks a significant investment in the health, safety and the potential for growth.

Montgomery is inviting the community to join in honoring the nation's heroes at the city's annual Veterans Day Celebration. This year's event promises a day filled with patriotism, gratitude and valuable resources for veterans and their families.

Several railroad crossings in Montgomery are currently undergoing construction. The work is being done through a collaboration with CSX and the city's Street Maintenance Department. Montgomery leaders say the repairs are necessary to ensure the safety and functionality of the crossings for both motorists and pedestrians.

The annual college football bowl game held in Alabama’s capital is changing its name to the IS4S Salute to Veterans Bowl. The game has been known as the Camellia Bowl since it was formed in 2014.

Hurricane Milton is expected to make landfall on Florida's west coast late Wednesday or early Thursday. Alabama’s Task Force 1 Urban Search and Rescue Team deployed to the area, in anticipation of emergency response needs. Meantime, the City of Montgomery is prepared to support potential evacuees of Hurricane Milton.

Montgomery residents now have an updated parking experience around the city. 69 new parking kiosks went online this week, placed in the heart of the entertainment district in high-traffic areas.

The Montgomery City Council has passed the FY 2025 General Fund and Debt Service Budget. It totals more than $300 million. The budget features a 15-percent pay raise for all Montgomery Police Department sworn officers and a five percent cost-of-living adjustment for all other city employees.

Montgomery students are getting the opportunity to be involved in an upcoming Town Hall focused on the voices of the city’s youth. A contest will allow students a chance to come up with a name for the Town Hall meeting, design a promotional graphic for the event and apply to serve as one of the moderators.