Jacksonville Official Notices: Emergency Warming Center Extensions and Urgent Health Advisories

Emergency Warming Center Activation Extended

Due to the arrival of a significant cold front, the City of Jacksonville’s Emergency Preparedness Division has extended the activation of its Warming Center Contingency Plan. Temperatures are forecast to remain dangerously low through the morning of Sunday, February 1, 2026, with wind chills expected in the 20s. To ensure the safety of all residents, the Legends Center at 5130 Soutel Drive will remain open as a warming center through Monday, February 2.

On Sunday, February 1, the Legends Center will remain open until 12:00 p.m. to provide a safe environment for those without adequate heat. The Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA) is currently providing free transport to the center from bus stops across Duval County. Residents are reminded to follow the "5 P’s of Cold-Weather Safety": check on People, protect Pets, cover Plants, insulate Pipes, and practice Fire safety when using supplemental heating sources.

Urgent: Pop-Up Immunization Clinic at Regency Library

Following the confirmation of multiple measles cases in Duval and St. Johns counties, the Florida Department of Health in Duval County (DOH-Duval) has issued a public health advisory. To combat the spread of this highly contagious virus, a special "Pop-Up" Immunization Clinic will be held today, Sunday, February 1, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Regency Library, located at 9300 Regency Square Boulevard.

Vaccines available at no cost include MMR (Measles, Mumps, and Rubella), influenza, and hepatitis A. Health officials urge residents who are unvaccinated or unsure of their immunization status to visit the clinic. Symptoms of measles include high fever, cough, and a signature red rash; individuals experiencing these symptoms should contact their healthcare provider before visiting a facility to prevent further exposure.

Jacksonville Beach Construction and Event Closures

The City of Jacksonville Beach reminds residents of ongoing infrastructure improvements and event-related closures active this weekend:

• Donna Marathon Weekend: Sunday marks the final day of the "Finish Breast Cancer with Donna" race weekend. Expect significant traffic diversions and parking restrictions near the beach as participants complete the oceanside courses.
• 7th Avenue South: The 7th Avenue South street end-zone parking area remains closed to facilitate Phase 3C of the Downtown District Redevelopment project. This closure is scheduled to remain in effect through March 31, 2026.

Upcoming City Council Committee Meetings

Official notice is hereby given for the following City Council committee meetings scheduled for Monday, February 2, 2026, at City Hall (117 West Duval Street):

• Neighborhoods, Community Services, Public Health & Safety Committee: 9:30 a.m. in the Council Chamber. Topics include proposed ordinances regarding public service grants and park maintenance funds.
• Rules Committee: 2:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber. The committee will review over 30 pending matters, including local resolutions and honorary street designations.