Public Notice: Sunday City Services and Roadway Impact Report

Public Health Alerts: Seasonal Respiratory and Vaccine Awareness

The San Antonio Metropolitan Health District (Metro Health) is maintaining a high-level advisory for respiratory illnesses following a significant spike in influenza-related emergency room visits. Currently, approximately 10% of emergency medical seekers in Bexar County are presenting with flu-like symptoms. Residents are urged to stay home if they feel ill and to practice rigorous hand hygiene. Additionally, health officials have issued a measles prevention notice, highlighting the importance of the MMR vaccine. Residents can access the Metro Health Immunization Clinic during regular business hours for updated vaccinations and screenings.

Water Resource Update: Stage 3 Restrictions in Effect

The San Antonio Water System (SAWS) has confirmed that Stage 3 water restrictions remain in effect as of Sunday, March 1, 2026. This follows recent readings of the Edwards Aquifer, which stood at 627.1 feet as of late February. Under Stage 3, outdoor watering with an irrigation system or sprinkler is restricted to one day every other week based on the last digit of the street address. Hand-watering with a hose or bucket is permitted any day at any time. Residents are encouraged to monitor their irrigation controllers to ensure compliance and help stabilize the regional water supply.

Traffic and Infrastructure: Major Corridor and Event Impacts

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) continues work on the I-35 Northeast Expansion (NEX) project. Motorists should expect significant delays tonight as three left lanes of northbound I-35 between Walzem Road and Windcrest Drive close from 8:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. for median work. Furthermore, the I-35 northbound ramps at Walters Street are scheduled for intermittent closures starting today through late March for detour construction. In the downtown sector, several streets will be impacted until mid-afternoon by the Run the Alamo marathon and 5K event. Drivers should avoid the central business district and the Alamodome area, which is also hosting the final day of the San Antonio Home and Garden Show.

Administrative Notices: Elections and Council Sessions

The City of San Antonio reminds residents that the Primary Election will take place this Tuesday, March 3, 2026. Early voting has concluded, and voters must report to their designated precincts on Tuesday. Additionally, the San Antonio City Council is scheduled to convene for a standard session tomorrow, Monday, March 2, at 7:00 p.m. to discuss municipal projects and regional partnership agreements. Public comment registration for future sessions remains open through the SASpeakUp portal.

Community Services: Library and Animal Care

The San Antonio Public Library officially begins its month-long celebration of Women’s History Month today. Various branches will host programs and feature curated book lists throughout March. Simultaneously, San Antonio Animal Care Services (SAACS) continues its weekend partnership with Petco to facilitate local pet adoptions at various pop-up locations across the city to help alleviate capacity at the main municipal shelter.