Official City Roundup: Public Hearings and Municipal Service Updates for February 22
Upcoming City Council Meeting and Public Hearings
The Memphis City Council has issued a formal notice for its upcoming regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall. Residents are advised of several key agenda items, including a public hearing regarding Case No. PD 25-15. This request, submitted by David Wills and David Baker, seeks a planned development to allow for a new self-service mini-storage facility located at 6450 Kirby Gate. This item was previously held from earlier sessions and is expected to be a primary focus of the Planning and Zoning Committee.
Additionally, the Council will present the City Council Humanitarian Award to Ms. Chrysti Chandler during the Tuesday session. Citizens wishing to speak on these or other items must submit a completed comment request card to the Sergeant-at-Arms before the specific item is called. For those unable to attend in person, the session will be live-streamed on the city’s official website and broadcast via 88.5 FM (WQOX).
Municipal Services and State of the City Updates
Following Mayor Paul Young’s 2026 State of the City Address delivered earlier this month, the administration has officially activated several new public service initiatives. Active as of this Sunday, the city is promoting the recruitment for its annual Summer Work Experience program. The city has set a goal to create 3,000 paid summer jobs for youth starting this year, with wages beginning at $17 per hour. Interested applicants are encouraged to visit the Youth Services division portal for application guidelines.
Regarding public utilities and infrastructure, the City of Memphis Solid Waste Division confirms that residential garbage and recycling collection have resumed their standard schedules following the inclement weather evaluations conducted in early February. While Monday, February 16, saw a service adjustment for President’s Day, all routes are currently operating on their normal cycles as of February 22.
Health Advisories and Community Notices
The Shelby County Health Department (SCHD) has announced extended service hours for the end of the month. On Saturday, February 28, the headquarters at 814 Jefferson Avenue will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. to provide immunization services and health screenings. This is part of an ongoing effort to increase accessibility for residents who cannot visit clinics during standard weekday hours.
Furthermore, Memphis Public Libraries are continuing their "Free Repair Days" series throughout the weekend. Residents are invited to bring household items to participating branches for assistance from community experts. These notices remain active to support the city’s sustainability and community engagement goals for the first quarter of 2026.