By December 1998 , plans for the system moved forward after gaining approval of several property variances from the Huntsville Board of Zoning Adjustment to allow for its construction . By early 2000 construction of the system would commence , with an initial opening slated for summer 2001 . However , due to delays and the need for enhanced security along the system in the wake of the September 11 attacks , the system would not open until June 19 , 2002
September 11 attacks
September 11 attacks
Huntsville Hospital Tram System