Fulton County Board and City Commissions Convene for Key Governance Sessions

Local Government Meetings for Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Today, February 18, 2026, marks a significant day of governance and administrative activity for the City of Atlanta and Fulton County. Local leaders are scheduled to address a wide range of issues, from financial oversight and emerging technology to public safety alerts and neighborhood reinvestment. The following sessions are slated for today as part of the region's ongoing political and administrative calendar.

Fulton County Board of Commissioners Second Regular Meeting

The Fulton County Board of Commissioners is convening at 10:00 a.m. today at the Fulton County Government Center's Assembly Hall, located at 141 Pryor Street SW. Led by Chairman Robert L. Pitts, the board is conducting its second regular meeting of February. A primary focus of today's session involves receiving comprehensive updates from the County Manager and several critical departments, including Public Works, Senior Services, and Community Development.

In addition to standard administrative business, the board is addressing a public safety concern regarding a text message scam currently targeting residents. Officials are expected to discuss strategies to inform citizens about these fraudulent messages, which falsely claim to be notices for parking violations. The meeting also includes the presentation of several proclamations, including those recognizing the legacy of local figures and community institutions such as the First Icononium Baptist Church and entertainer Kenan Thompson.

City of Atlanta Pension and Technology Commissions

Within the City of Atlanta’s government structure, multiple specialized commissions are holding public sessions today to advance municipal policy:

• City of Atlanta Pension Investment Board: Meeting from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., this board is tasked with the fiduciary oversight of the city's investment portfolios, ensuring long-term financial stability for municipal employees.
• Atlanta Artificial Intelligence Commission: Scheduled from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., this commission is meeting to discuss the integration of AI technologies into city services and ethical frameworks for municipal data usage.
• Tree Conservation Commission: This body is holding a session to review appeals and protection plans as the city continues to balance urban development with its status as a "city in a forest."

Mayor Andre Dickens and Regional Activity

While the City Council does not have a full session today, the executive branch remains active. Mayor Andre Dickens continues to move forward with the Neighborhood Reinvestment Initiative, following recently issued administrative orders aimed at streamlining resources for underserved communities. Additionally, the Mayor and other city leaders are expected to maintain a public presence today in mourning the passing of civil rights icon Rev. Jesse L. Jackson, whose death was marked by a statement from the Mayor earlier this week vowing to continue the fight for economic justice in Atlanta.

Outside of the immediate city limits but impacting many residents, the DeKalb County Community Council District 1 is holding a public hearing at 5:30 p.m. via Zoom to discuss local zoning and development matters.