Official Bulletin: Public Health Alert and Weekend Infrastructure Updates

Official Health Advisory: Measles Outbreak Confirmed

The City of Jacksonville’s Chief Health Officer, Dr. Sunil Joshi, has issued an urgent public health advisory following the confirmation of the fifth measles case in Duval County this month. With five cases now identified among young children—four of whom are epidemiologically linked—local health officials have formally declared a localized outbreak. The Department of Health is urging all residents to verify their immunization status, noting that the MMR vaccine maintains a 97% effectiveness rate after two doses. Health care providers and urgent care facilities throughout the city have been instructed to implement strict screening protocols, including requiring patients presenting with fever and rash to remain outside for an initial medical evaluation to prevent airborne transmission within waiting rooms.

Weekend Traffic and Road Work Notice

The Florida Department of Transportation and municipal engineers have announced that several significant roadway projects will impact traffic flow through the end of today, Saturday, February 14. Motorists should anticipate delays and are encouraged to seek alternate routes in the following areas:

• Normandy Boulevard (SR 228): Daytime lane closures remain active from U.S. 301 to the Jacksonville Equestrian Center. Crews are performing essential road work as part of a scheduled infrastructure improvement project.
• U.S. 301 (SR 200): Intermittent lane closures are scheduled between Northwest 265th Street and Normandy Boulevard. These operations are expected to conclude by 7:00 p.m. this evening.
• I-95 Maintenance: Nighttime lane closures will impact travel on I-95 between West Union Street and West Third Street for bridge maintenance and pavement repairs.

With the Daytona 500 scheduled for Sunday, city officials expect significantly higher traffic volumes on southbound corridors starting today. Residents planning regional travel are encouraged to utilize official navigation apps for real-time traffic updates.

Upcoming City Council and Planning Hearings

Official notices have been posted for several municipal meetings and legislative reviews scheduled for the upcoming week. The public is invited to participate in the following sessions:

• Finance Committee Review: On Wednesday, February 18, at 1:00 p.m., the committee will evaluate Ordinance 2026-0091. This legislation proposes modifications to the City’s 2045 Comprehensive Plan to update the 5-Year Capital Improvements Schedule.
• Planning Commission Meeting: A public hearing is set for Thursday, February 19, at 1:00 p.m. to discuss land use changes and zoning variances across the metropolitan area.
• Housing Initiative Grant (Ordinance 2026-0065): The city is currently reviewing the reallocation of $2,000,000 in State Housing Initiative Partnership (SHIP) funds. The proposal seeks to shift these resources toward downpayment assistance and single-family development programs to address local housing affordability.

Public Service Announcement: JaxParks Holiday Programming

JaxParks has issued a reminder for the "Adult Date Night Movie Night" taking place this evening. The city-sponsored event features a community screening of classic cinema to provide residents with safe, accessible holiday entertainment. Participants are reminded to adhere to all park regulations regarding noise and waste to ensure the facilities remain ready for standard operations on Sunday.