Official Notice: Jacksonville Public Service Updates and Health Advisories

Public Service Grant Council: Budget Committee Meeting

The City of Jacksonville has issued a formal notice for the Public Service Grant Council – Budget Committee. The committee is scheduled to convene today, Thursday, February 5, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. This meeting will be conducted in a hybrid format, allowing for both in-person and virtual participation.

• Location: Ed Ball Building, 214 North Hogan Street, 8th Floor, Main Conference Room 851.
• Virtual Access: The meeting is accessible via Zoom for those unable to attend in person.
• Public Comment: Citizens interested in addressing the committee will be allowed to speak during the public comment period at the beginning of the meeting.

The committee will review budgetary allocations and grant distributions for the upcoming fiscal cycle. Residents requiring special accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act should contact the Disabled Services Division immediately.

Public Health Advisory: Measles Response

The Florida Department of Health in Duval County has issued a regional health advisory following the confirmation of measles cases in Northeast Florida. As of early February, at least two cases have been confirmed in children within Duval County, with additional cases reported in neighboring St. Johns County. Jacksonville Chief Health Officer Dr. Sunil Joshi is urging residents to verify their immunization status.

• Prevention: Health officials emphasize that the MMR vaccine remains the most effective defense, with a two-dose series providing approximately 97% protection.
• Clinical Recommendations: Parents are advised to monitor children for symptoms, including high fever, cough, and a characteristic rash. Please contact your healthcare provider prior to visiting a clinic if you suspect exposure to prevent further transmission.

Transportation and Roadwork Alerts

The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) continues major infrastructure projects impacting local travel. Residents should prepare for detours and delays through the evening of Thursday, February 5.

• I-10 Widening Project: Construction crews are performing work on I-10 from I-295 to I-95. Motorists should expect lane closures and detours at various interchanges through tonight.
• I-95 and I-295 Interchange: Overnight detours are scheduled at the North interchange for bridge and roadway operations. Closures are typically active from 10:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m.

Upcoming Civic Engagements

Mayor Donna Deegan’s office has announced a series of town hall meetings to discuss local infrastructure, housing, and public health. While the first meeting was held earlier this week, additional sessions are scheduled for February 17 at Westside High School and February 19 at Fletcher High School. Furthermore, the Special Committee on the Future of Downtown is set to meet on Monday, February 9, at City Hall to continue discussions on urban redevelopment.