City of Jacksonville Public Notices: Council Meetings and Health Alerts for February 25

Official Public Notice: City Council Meetings and Health Advisories

As of Wednesday, February 25, 2026, the City of Jacksonville and various municipal boards have issued several official notices regarding public meetings, ongoing health advisories, and critical infrastructure projects. Residents are encouraged to review these announcements to stay informed about local governance and community safety updates for the Duval County area.

Public Governance and Commission Meetings

Several boards and commissions are scheduled to meet today at City Hall and other municipal locations. These meetings are open to the public in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law, providing an opportunity for citizen engagement and oversight:

• Kids Hope Alliance Board Meeting: The board will convene at 9:30 a.m. this morning. The agenda includes discussions on local youth initiatives and program funding allocations for the current fiscal year.
• Council on Elder Affairs (COEA): Scheduled from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., this session will address senior services and outreach efforts. The meeting is accessible both in person and virtually to accommodate community members.
• Jacksonville Historic Preservation Commission (JHPC): Meeting at 1:00 p.m., the commission will review applications for certificates of appropriateness and discuss the preservation of local historic landmarks.

Urgent Public Health Advisory: Measles Outbreak

The Florida Department of Health in Duval County remains under an active advisory following the confirmation of the sixth measles case of 2026 in the Jacksonville area. Chief Health Officer Dr. Sunil Joshi has issued specific recommendations for healthcare providers and families to curb the spread of the highly contagious virus. Health officials report that local vaccination rates for the MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella) vaccine have fallen to approximately 89-90%, below the threshold required for herd immunity. Healthcare facilities are strongly encouraged to implement triage protocols, including placing signage at entrances to advise symptomatic patients to remain outside until they can be evaluated to prevent exposure in waiting rooms.

Infrastructure and Traffic Alerts

Commuters should anticipate delays and follow detour instructions due to several major construction projects active this Wednesday:

• Butler Boulevard (SR 202) at Hodges Boulevard: Motorists should expect lane closures from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. today for scheduled overhead utility work.
• I-10 and I-295 Interchange: Overnight detours continue as part of the I-10 widening project. These closures are scheduled to occur between 10:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m. to facilitate bridge and roadway improvements.
• Jacksonville Beach Water Main Replacement: Intersection closures at 1st Street North and 16th Avenue North are in effect from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. today for essential utility repairs.

Additionally, the Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA) reminds residents that the fare reduction pilot program is currently active throughout February, aimed at reducing the financial burden for regular transit users.