Public Notice: Thursday’s City Council Schedule and Community Health Alerts

Official City Meetings for February 26, 2026

The City of St. Louis has scheduled several important committee and board meetings for today, Thursday, February 26. Residents are encouraged to attend or monitor these sessions to stay informed on local governance and urban development. Today's schedule includes:

• Conditional Use Hearing: Beginning at 8:30 AM, the Zoning Section will conduct hearings regarding property usage and local building permits.
• Health and Human Development Committee: Convening at 9:00 AM at the Board of Aldermen, the committee will discuss Board Bills 148 and 156, along with Resolution 240.
• Personnel and Administration Committee: Meeting at 11:00 AM to review city staffing and administrative protocols.
• Building Energy Improvement Board: A session is scheduled for 2:00 PM to review energy efficiency standards and building compliance.
• Citizens' Advisory Committee: The Budget Division will host this meeting at 5:30 PM to discuss community fiscal priorities and public infrastructure.

Public Health Advisory: Seasonal Influenza Activity

The St. Louis Department of Health has issued a notice regarding high levels of influenza activity across the metropolitan area. Recent surveillance data indicates that both Influenza A and Influenza B strains are circulating widely, contributing to a significant increase in emergency department visits. Health officials urge residents to take the following precautions:

• Seek vaccination if you have not yet received your annual flu shot.
• Practice frequent handwashing and use alcohol-based sanitizers.
• Stay home if you are symptomatic to prevent further community spread.

Infrastructure and Roadway Alerts

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) has announced specific closures for the evening of Thursday, February 26. Motorists should plan for the following impacts:

• Route 67 to I-55: The southbound ramp of Route 67 to northbound I-55 will be closed from 8:00 PM tonight until 5:00 AM Friday morning for maintenance.
• I-55 Ongoing Construction: Lane closures continue on southbound I-55 from I-44 to Weber Road. Additionally, the Virginia on-ramp to southbound I-55 and the Germania ramp to northbound I-55 remain closed as part of long-term infrastructure improvements.

Upcoming Service Deadlines

Residents are reminded of two critical deadlines approaching this weekend. The application period for the Private Property Assistance Program, which provides aid for home repairs following previous storm events, expires on February 28, 2026. Furthermore, the Refuse Division will conclude its specialized tornado debris removal service on February 28. After this date, standard bulk pickup regulations will resume.