San Francisco City Bulletin: Health Advisories, Transit Alerts, and Public Meeting Notices

Public Health Advisory: Seasonal Respiratory Virus Surge

The San Francisco Department of Public Health (SFDPH) has issued an official advisory regarding significantly elevated levels of respiratory viruses currently circulating throughout the Bay Area. As of late January 2026, wastewater surveillance and clinical reports indicate a high prevalence of seasonal influenza, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and human metapneumovirus. Residents are urged to prioritize vaccination as the primary defense against severe illness. Under current state regulations, health plans must cover recommended vaccines with no cost-sharing. Those experiencing symptoms such as fever, cough, or body aches are encouraged to seek timely medical consultation.

Notice of Public Meetings: Monday, January 26, 2026

The following official city proceedings are scheduled for today, Monday, January 26. Members of the public are invited to attend in person or observe via authorized remote broadcast.

• Health Commission - Joint Conference Committee: A meeting for the Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center will be held at 3:00 p.m. at 101 Grove Street, Room 102. The agenda includes hospital operations updates and director reports.
• Civil Service Commission Regular Meeting: This session will convene to discuss Personal Service Contracts and the commission’s Five-Year Strategic Plan. The meeting includes a review of the Status Report on the Implementation of EEO Reform Recommendations.

Transit and Infrastructure Updates

Commuters and residents should be aware of the following service adjustments and infrastructure projects active this week:

• Golden Gate Ferry: Beginning today, Monday, January 26, through Friday, January 30, Tiburon ferry service will be replaced by a bus bridge due to scheduled construction. Passengers should consult station signage for temporary boarding locations.
• Capitol Corridor: Reduced train service is in effect starting today, January 26, and is expected to continue through late February. The cancellations are attributed to equipment unavailability; specifically, trains 520, 526, 531, 534, and 537 are impacted.
• Market Street Construction: Public Works crews are wrapping up sidewalk and intersection improvements at First Street and Market Street. Transition work toward Fremont Street is scheduled to begin this week as part of the ongoing Transit Improvement Project.

Regulatory Reminder: Plastic Bag Restrictions

The City reminds all retail establishments, including grocery stores and pharmacies, that new restrictions under California State Law (SB 1053) are now in full effect. Retailers are prohibited from distributing plastic carryout bags at the point of sale. Only recycled paper bags may be provided, with a mandatory minimum charge of ten cents per bag. Produce bags for unwrapped food and pharmacy bags for prescriptions remain exempt.