Atlanta City Notices: Water Board Hearings, Health Advisories, and Transit Updates

Official Notice: Water and Sewer Appeals Board Hearing

The City of Atlanta has issued a public notice regarding a scheduled meeting of the Water and Sewer Appeals Board taking place today, Monday, February 23, 2026. The session is slated to begin at 4:00 PM and is expected to conclude by 7:30 PM. These hearings are essential for addressing citizen appeals related to municipal water services, billing disputes, and infrastructure assessments. Residents who have filed formal appeals or those interested in the oversight of the Department of Watershed Management are encouraged to monitor these proceedings through the city’s official legislative portal.

Public Health Advisory: Severe Influenza and Measles Alerts

The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) has issued an urgent advisory for the Metro Atlanta region following a surge in widespread and severe influenza activity. Health officials reported a significant spike in hospitalizations throughout the winter season and are urging residents to remain vigilant. While new federal guidance suggests shared clinical decision-making for pediatric vaccinations, the DPH continues to recommend flu shots for all eligible residents to mitigate the strain on local emergency departments.

Additionally, state health officials confirmed the second case of measles in Georgia for 2026. While the most recent case was identified in Bryan County, the highly contagious nature of the virus has prompted a statewide alert. Residents are advised to ensure their MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella) vaccinations are up to date, particularly if they have recently traveled or plan to visit high-traffic public areas.

Transportation Update: No Right on Red and MARTA Modernization

Commuters are reminded that the city’s new 'No Right on Red' policy is now fully active across Midtown, Downtown, and Castleberry Hill. ATLDOT has completed the installation of restrictive signage at key intersections to improve safety for pedestrians and cyclists. Furthermore, MARTA is continuing its system-wide modernization efforts. Highlights for this week include:

• Testing of the new CQ400 railcars, which feature enhanced passenger amenities and updated safety technology.
• Phased rollout of the 'Better Breeze' contactless payment system; passengers may encounter temporary gate closures as hardware is upgraded at select stations.
• Ongoing construction on the 10th Street Bridge and 15th Street Extension projects, which may result in minor lane shifts in the Midtown area.

Winter Readiness: Cold Weather Advisory and Warming Centers

Following a Cold Weather Advisory that remained in effect for North Fulton and surrounding counties through 10:00 AM this morning, city officials are maintaining a state of readiness. While the immediate threat from Winter Storm Fern has passed, the city continues to monitor fluctuating temperatures. Warming centers at Central Park and Selena S. Butler Park remain on standby for activation should evening temperatures drop below freezing. Residents are encouraged to use the ATL311 system to report any remaining infrastructure damage from recent winter weather events.