Public Notice: Winter Weather Recovery and Official Meeting Schedule

Solid Waste Collection Services Resume

The City of Memphis Solid Waste Division has announced the resumption of residential garbage and recycling collection effective Wednesday, February 4, 2026. Following delays caused by hazardous road conditions and lingering ice, crews will prioritize Wednesday routes. To ensure all residents are serviced, collection teams will operate with extended hours throughout the remainder of the week. Residents are advised to place their carts at the curb on their regularly scheduled day and leave them until service is completed. For those whose collection was missed on Monday or Tuesday, crews will utilize overtime operations, including scheduled pick-ups on Saturday, February 7, to clear the backlog.

State of Emergency Extension

Mayor Paul Young has officially extended the State of Emergency for the City of Memphis as the community continues to navigate the impact of severe winter weather. The extension, which originally went into effect in late January, remains active to facilitate the coordination of emergency resources and recovery efforts. City officials continue to monitor infrastructure and public safety as temperatures fluctuate and ice remains in shaded areas and side streets. Residents are encouraged to remain cautious while driving and to check on vulnerable neighbors during this period.

Rescheduled Shelby County Commission Meeting

Due to the closure of county offices earlier this week, the Shelby County Board of Commissioners has rescheduled its regular meeting to Wednesday, February 4, 2026. The session will begin at 1:00 p.m. at the Vasco A. Smith, Jr. Administration Building located at 160 N. Main Street. This meeting follows a committee session earlier in the day and is open to the public for both in-person attendance and via live-stream. The agenda includes critical updates on the county’s winter weather response and infrastructure funding.

Municipal Board and Commission Meetings

Several city boards are proceeding with scheduled meetings on February 4:

• MLGW Board of Commissioners: The Board of Memphis Light, Gas and Water will meet at 8:30 a.m. at 220 South Main Street, Fifth Floor. Key topics include utility resilience and system maintenance following the recent storm.
• Alcohol Commission: A regular meeting of the Alcohol Commission is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. at City Hall.

Community Notice: Entrepreneurship Forum

The Raleigh Branch Library will host a public forum titled "African American Entrepreneurship" on Wednesday, February 4, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Located at 3452 Austin Peay Highway, the event is free and aims to spotlight business leadership and opportunities within Memphis. While the event is open to the public, registration is required due to limited seating.