Public Notice: Sunday Service Roundup and Holiday Weekend Schedule

Holiday Service Schedule: Presidents' Day Observance

The City of Phoenix has finalized the operational schedule for the upcoming Presidents' Day holiday on Monday, February 16, 2026. Residents are advised that while city administrative offices will be closed, several essential services will maintain modified operations. Residential trash and recycling collections will proceed on their regular schedule throughout the holiday week with no delays. However, the 27th Avenue and North Gateway transfer stations will be closed on Monday. All Phoenix Public Library locations will also be closed in observance of the holiday, though digital resources and book drops remain accessible 24/7.

Traffic and Roadway Advisories

The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) reports that the major widening project closure on Eastbound Loop 101 (Agua Fria Freeway) between 51st Avenue and Interstate 17 is scheduled to reopen at 5:00 a.m. today, Sunday, February 15. Despite this reopening, motorists should anticipate localized congestion and specific street closures in the following areas:

• Willo District: Third Avenue is closed between Holly Street and West Monte Vista Road until 6:00 p.m. this evening for the 37th Annual Willo Historic Home Tour and Street Fair.
• Downtown Phoenix: Partial lane restrictions remain in effect on 11th Avenue between Jefferson and Madison Streets through February 27 for ongoing infrastructure improvements.
• West Phoenix: 107th Avenue from Miami Avenue to Albeniz Place is subject to partial closures for private development work through early March.

Public Health and Environmental Updates

The Maricopa County Air Quality Department has issued a "Good" air quality forecast for today, Sunday, February 15. Atmospheric conditions are currently satisfactory, and no high pollution advisories or burn restrictions are in effect. Public health officials continue to remind residents to monitor the myPHX311 portal for any sudden changes in environmental status or to report non-emergency neighborhood maintenance issues. Residents visiting city trails today are urged to follow "Take a Hike. Do it Right." safety guidelines, as high visitor volumes are expected over the holiday weekend.

Infrastructure and Public Meeting Notices

Following the groundbreaking ceremony on February 12, the City of Phoenix confirms that Phase I construction is officially underway for "The Moreland," a significant affordable housing development located downtown. This project is expected to continue through late 2027. Regarding municipal governance, while no formal City Council sessions are scheduled for Sunday, the next Policy Session is slated for Tuesday, February 17, at 2:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers. Citizens may attend in person or view the proceedings live on PHXTV Channel 11.