Public Notice: Official City Hearings and Safety Advisories for January 23

Official City Hearings and Public Meetings

The City of Orlando has scheduled several essential public meetings and administrative hearings for Friday, January 23, 2026. Residents and stakeholders are encouraged to take note of the following sessions:

• Orlando STOPS Red Light Administrative Court: A virtual hearing session is scheduled to address red light camera violations and administrative appeals. This meeting is conducted online to facilitate public participation while maintaining administrative efficiency.
• After Midnight Alcohol Sales Hearing: An in-person hearing will take place at City Hall to review applications and compliance related to late-night alcohol service permits. This session is open to the public for observation and testimony regarding local business regulations.
• National Council on Disability (NCD) Meeting: The final day of the NCD council meeting concludes at the Rosen Shingle Creek in Orlando. Key topics include a review of accessible transportation barriers and public testimony from Floridians with disabilities regarding natural disaster experiences.
• Community Swearing-In Ceremony: A public swearing-in ceremony for newly elected city officials will be held at 10:30 a.m. at the Plaza Live Theater. The entire community is invited to attend this formal induction into city leadership.

Public Health Advisories

The Florida Department of Health in Orange County (DOH-Orange) has maintained several active advisories for January 2026. Residents are urged to follow these safety protocols:

• Blue-Green Algae Alerts: Health alerts remain in effect for Lake Killarney and Lake Gatlin (West Shore). Recent water samples have confirmed the presence of harmful toxins produced by blue-green algae. The public is advised to avoid swimming, wading, or using personal watercraft in these areas. Additionally, residents should ensure pets and livestock do not come into contact with or drink from these waters.
• National Radon Action Month: Throughout January, DOH-Orange is promoting radon awareness. With one in five Florida homes testing for elevated levels of this odorless, radioactive gas, the department encourages all residents to obtain a testing kit to ensure indoor air safety.

Infrastructure and Traffic Advisories

Construction and maintenance projects continue to impact local transit. The following notices are active for January 23:

• Pearson Avenue Reopening: Emergency sanitary repairs on Pearson Avenue between Rodbell Street and Dulbecco Street in Lake Nona South are scheduled for completion. The roadway is expected to fully reopen to traffic by 3:00 p.m. this afternoon.
• Ongoing Sewer Improvements: Construction-related closures persist on Fern Creek Avenue and Westminster Street as crews perform critical sewer lining and gravity sewer improvements. Motorists are advised to follow posted detours.
• Orange County Clerk Maintenance: The Clerk of Courts has issued a notice that online payment systems and document access will be temporarily unavailable starting Saturday afternoon for scheduled system maintenance. Residents needing to file documents or make payments are encouraged to do so before the weekend window begins.