City Notice Roundup: Normal Operations Resume and Key Public Meetings for February 17

Post-Holiday Resumption of County Services

Fulton County government offices and facilities have officially resumed normal business operations today, Tuesday, February 17, 2026. All administrative offices, including those for tax services and health clinics, returned to their regular schedules following the observance of Presidents' Day on Monday. While municipal offices were closed yesterday, public safety and emergency services remained operational 24/7. Residents requiring non-emergency assistance or seeking to conduct in-person business at the Government Center or regional facilities may do so during standard operating hours.

Public Meetings and Governance

Several official boards and committees have scheduled meetings for today. The City of Atlanta encourages residents to participate in local governance by attending these sessions or monitoring them through official broadcast channels:

• ADA Advisory Committee: The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Advisory Committee will meet today from 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM. This committee provides essential feedback on the accessibility of city services and infrastructure.
• Office of the Inspector General: The Governing Board of the Office of the Inspector General has issued a public notice for a meeting taking place today, February 17. The board oversees matters of ethics and departmental integrity.
• Water and Sewer Appeals Board: The board is concluding a scheduled two-day hearing session today. These hearings address resident appeals regarding utility billing and infrastructure service disputes.

Public Health Advisory: Severe Influenza Activity

The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) continues to maintain an active health advisory for the metro Atlanta region due to widespread and severe influenza activity. Following a surge in hospitalizations over the last several weeks, health officials are urging residents to remain vigilant. Standard hygiene protocols, including frequent handwashing and staying home if symptomatic, are strongly recommended. Additionally, health providers are continuing to monitor a recently confirmed measles case in Georgia, emphasizing the importance of up-to-date vaccinations for families.

Public Safety Alert: Parking Violation Scams

The City of Atlanta and Fulton County authorities are warning residents about a recurring text message scam. Fraudulent messages are being circulated to citizens claiming they have unpaid parking violations. These messages often include a link to a fake payment portal designed to steal personal and financial information. Officials remind the public that the city does not issue parking citations via text message. Residents who receive these messages should not click any links and are encouraged to report the incident via the ATL311 system or official law enforcement channels.