Official Bulletin: City Notices and Public Advisories for March 1, 2026

Public Health and Environmental Alerts

The Florida Department of Health in Orange County maintains active health alerts and cautions for several local water bodies due to the presence of harmful blue-green algae toxins. Residents and visitors are advised to exercise caution near the following locations:

• Lake Killarney: A health alert remains in effect following recent water sampling that confirmed the presence of toxins near the center of the lake. Residents should avoid swimming, boating, or allowing pets to come into contact with the water in affected areas.
• Lake Gatlin: A health caution is active for the western shore. While toxin levels may fluctuate, the public is encouraged to avoid activities that involve direct contact with algae blooms.

Health officials remind the public that blue-green algae can produce toxins that are hazardous to humans and fatal to pets. Do not drink, cook, or clean with water from these lakes during an active alert.

Road and Traffic Advisories

Several significant roadwork projects and closures will impact travel in the Orlando area beginning Sunday, March 1. Motorists are encouraged to plan alternative routes to avoid delays.

• I-4 and Central Florida Parkway: Starting Sunday night at 11:00 p.m., the Florida Department of Transportation will implement overnight closures of Central Florida Parkway under I-4. These closures, necessary for bridge work, will run through 6:30 a.m. each morning. Detours will be in place via Palm Parkway and International Drive.
• Westbound I-4 Exit Ramp: Maintenance and paving work will require the closure of the westbound I-4 exit ramp to eastbound State Road 528 (Beachline Expressway). This closure begins Sunday at 10:00 p.m. and concludes Monday morning at 6:00 a.m.
• Pine Hills Road and Beggs Road: Motorists should expect single-lane closures at the intersection of North Pine Hills Road and Beggs Road starting at 8:00 a.m. on Sunday for drilling and utility work.
• Lake Highland Drive: A continuous closure remains in effect between Highland Avenue and Ferris Avenue as part of the Lift Station 2 Force Main project. This closure includes a portion of the Urban Trail and is expected to persist through the summer.

Administrative and Council Notices

The City of Orlando has issued the following administrative deadlines and meeting reminders for the start of March:

• Public Comment Deadline: Sunday, March 1, is the final day for the public to submit written comments regarding the Environmental Review Record for the Lake Davis Apartments renovation project. This federal funding initiative aims to provide significant upgrades to affordable housing units on Catherine Street.
• City Council Meeting: The Orlando City Council is scheduled to meet on Monday, March 2, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at City Hall. Agenda items include infrastructure improvements and community development grants. Public comment requests must be submitted to the City Clerk’s office by 9:00 a.m. on the day of the meeting.

Community Service Announcements

The City Hall Terrace Gallery continues to host the 2026 Black History Month Exhibition through the day. This centennial commemoration honors the legacy of Black history in Orlando and is open to the public during scheduled gallery hours. Additionally, public safety officials remind residents that March is Brain Injury Awareness Month; community resources for survivors and families are available through the city's social services department.