Public Service Bulletin: Airport Commission Vacancies and Weekend Health Advisories

Official Notice: Airport Advisory Commission Vacancies

The City of San Antonio is currently seeking qualified applicants to serve on the Airport Advisory Commission (AAC). This commission plays a vital role in providing recommendations to the City Council regarding the planning, development, and operation of the San Antonio International Airport and Stinson Municipal Airport. Interested residents are encouraged to apply by the deadline of March 2, 2026. Applications can be submitted through the Office of the City Clerk.

Public Health Advisory: High Respiratory Illness Activity

The San Antonio Metropolitan Health District (Metro Health) advises residents that influenza-like illness activity in Bexar County remains categorized as “very high” by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Recent data shows a significant spike in emergency room visits for respiratory symptoms. Health officials urge the public to:

• Ensure all vaccinations, including flu and COVID-19 boosters, are up to date.
• Practice frequent handwashing and stay home if feeling unwell.
• Seek testing for symptomatic individuals to determine the appropriate course of treatment.

Additionally, regional health authorities are monitoring a CDC advisory regarding the New World screwworm following reported cases in the Mexican state of Tamaulipas. While no infestations have been identified in the U.S. as of late January, residents are encouraged to report any suspicious parasitic activity in livestock or pets to local animal health officials.

Animal Care Services: $0 Pet Adoptions

In response to the recent winter weather events, San Antonio Animal Care Services (ACS), in partnership with Petco, is hosting a fee-waived adoption event this weekend, beginning Friday, January 30. All standard adoption requirements apply, and the initiative aims to find permanent homes for pets currently in the city shelter. Residents are also reminded to continue monitoring their pets' safety during fluctuating winter temperatures.

Public Library Special Event: US Poet Laureate Visit

The San Antonio Public Library is proud to host a special family-friendly event featuring Joy Harjo, the 23rd Poet Laureate of the United States. The event will take place today, Friday, January 30, at the Las Palmas Branch Library (515 Castroville Road). This presentation is free and open to the public as part of the city’s ongoing commitment to cultural and educational enrichment.

Infrastructure and Traffic Update

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) reminds motorists that alternating lane closures on the northbound lanes of Interstate 35 between Interstate 10 and Interstate 37 will continue through March 2026 for essential bridge joint work. Drivers are advised to expect delays near the Pearl district and to use caution when traveling through active construction zones.