Battle launches reelection bid for mayor of Huntsville

Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle, touting the success of his administration, announced Wednesday he was going to seek a fifth term as mayor of the state’s largest city. In his speech, Battle highlighted Huntsville’s 14 straight Triple-A bond ratings. Since taking office, Battle said he has focused on running the city on a balanced budget, aiming to increase efficiency and transparency throughout the process. The consistently excellent bond ratings and overall fiscal health of the city are a testament to the success of the administration’s money management methods, he said. Battle said more than 4