Official Public Notice: City Council Schedule and Winter Service Advisories

Public Notice: City-County Council Regular Meeting

Notice is hereby given that the Indianapolis City-County Council will convene for its first regular full council meeting of the month on Monday, February 2, 2026. The session is scheduled to begin at 7:00 p.m. in the Public Assembly Room located within the City-County Building. The agenda for this meeting was officially posted on Friday, January 30, and is available for public review through the municipal portal.

In addition to the full council session, residents should take note of upcoming committee meetings scheduled for early February, including the Education Committee on February 3 and the Parks and Recreation Committee on February 5. These meetings provide opportunities for public observation of the legislative process regarding municipal appointments and policy evaluations.

Public Service Announcement: Residential Trash Collection Transition

The Indianapolis Department of Public Works (DPW) issues a reminder to all residents regarding the ongoing transition of waste management services. As of early 2026, Lakeshore Recycling Services (LRS) has officially assumed responsibility for residential trash collection in districts formerly serviced by Republic Services and Waste Management. Residents are advised of the following:

• Service requests and missed collection reports should now be directed to LRS via the updated city service portal.
• The standard collection schedule remains in effect unless otherwise notified by the Department of Public Works.
• Residents are encouraged to download the updated 2026 collection calendar to ensure compliance with local disposal ordinances.

Health Advisory: Winter Contingency Plan in Effect

The Marion County Public Health Department and the Office of Public Health and Safety remind the community that the 2025-2026 Winter Contingency Plan remains active through March 31, 2026. This plan is a coordinated effort to provide emergency shelter and critical resources to vulnerable populations during the winter season. In light of the recent severe cold and significant snowfall recorded in late January, the city continues to prioritize the following safety measures:

• Activation of overflow shelter capacity during sub-freezing temperatures.
• Continued monitoring of road conditions through the Indy Snow Force Viewer to assist emergency medical transport.
• Coordination with local outreach teams to prevent cold-related injuries among the unsheltered.

Notice of Administrative Hearings

The Department of Metropolitan Development has issued notices for several administrative and public hearings taking place this week. The Board of Zoning Appeals (Division I) is scheduled to meet on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. Additionally, the Metropolitan Development Commission will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, February 4, 2026. These sessions are open to the public, and written objections to any pending proposals may be submitted via email to the Division of Planning prior to the hearing start times.