City Service Roundup: Official Notices and Road Closures for February 5

Municipal Meetings and Public Hearings

Several official committees and boards are scheduled to meet today, Thursday, February 5, 2026, to conduct city and county business. Residents are encouraged to participate in these public forums to stay informed on local governance and safety regulations.

• Fire and Life Safety Code Board of Adjustment and Appeals: This board will convene at 9:00 a.m. at 7079 University Blvd, Winter Park. The meeting focuses on appeals related to fire safety codes and life safety requirements for structures within the region.
• MetroPlan Orlando Municipal Advisory Committee: A meeting is scheduled for 9:30 a.m. at 250 S. Orange Ave., Suite 200. The agenda includes presentations on the Unified Planning Work Program and updates on the LYNX Transit Development Plan. Public comments are welcomed in person or virtually via Zoom.
• Procurement Committee Meeting: The 2nd Committee for RQS26-0005 will hold an in-person meeting at Orlando City Hall. This session is part of the city’s official selection process for contracted professional services.
• Notice of Proposed Enactment (Ordinance #2026-1): Public notice remains active for a hearing scheduled for February 9 regarding the abandonment of approximately 91 feet of West Illiana Street. The proposed ordinance would vacate land located east of the CSX Railroad and south of West Michigan Street.

Road Construction and Traffic Advisories

Ongoing infrastructure projects and utility maintenance will impact traffic flow across several Orlando neighborhoods today. Motorists should plan for extra travel time in the following areas:

• Colonial Town Center: Fox Street remains closed between McCullogh Avenue and Bennett Road through the end of February for construction.
• Downtown / Livingston Heights: Summerlin Avenue is currently closed between Livingston Street and Ridgewood Street. This closure is scheduled to conclude tomorrow, February 6.
• Wadeview Park: Muriel Street is closed between South Orange Avenue and Delaney Avenue due to an ongoing roadway improvement project.
• Creative Village: Church Street near Camping World Stadium is closed from Tampa Avenue to Rio Grande Avenue as part of the stadium’s long-term reimagining project.
• Colonialtown: The intersection of North Fern Creek Avenue and Oregon Street remains closed for utility work.

Public Health and Facility Safety

The City of Orlando continues to maintain health and safety protocols for all visitors entering public facilities. In accordance with current advisories, individuals who have experienced symptoms of respiratory illness within the past 14 days, including fever or persistent cough, are requested to refrain from entering City Hall and other municipal buildings. Official public meetings offer hybrid or virtual attendance options to ensure community participation remains accessible to all residents regardless of health status.

Housing and Community Development

The City has issued a notice for non-profit organizations regarding the upcoming 2026-2030 Consolidated Plan. While the formal application link for grant funding will be available on February 9, preliminary information regarding the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) programs is currently available for review on the city’s housing portal. A public hearing to gather input on neighborhood needs is scheduled for later this month.