Nashville City Notice Roundup: New Waste Schedules and Weekend Roadwork

City of Nashville Public Notice Roundup: February 28, 2026

As we conclude the final weekend of February, the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County has issued several important updates regarding infrastructure improvements, public health initiatives, and the ongoing transition of municipal waste services. Residents are encouraged to review these notices to ensure minimal disruption to their daily routines during this period of city-wide modernization.

Department of Waste Services: New Collection Schedule Reminder

The Nashville Department of Waste Services (NWS) reminds residents that the new residential trash and recycling collection schedule, which launched on February 2, 2026, is now in full effect. Under this modernized system, curbside collections have shifted to a four-day Tuesday through Friday schedule. There are no scheduled residential pickups today, Saturday, February 28.

This transition utilizes state-of-the-art routing technology to improve efficiency and service reliability across Davidson County. Residents who have not yet confirmed their new service day are urged to use the official Nashville Waste and Recycling mobile app or the lookup tool on the city’s website. If your service day was changed, you should have received a postcard mailer and a new QR-coded sticker for your waste bin earlier this month to help track real-time service verification.

Traffic Alert: Weekend Bridge Inspections and Road Closures

The Tennessee Department of Transportation has announced several active work zones impacting Nashville commuters this Saturday, February 28:

• I-40 and I-440 Interchanges: Multiple lane closures are in effect today from 6:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. for essential bridge inspections at I-40 (mile marker 205) and I-440 (mile marker 0). Motorists should expect significant delays and are advised to consider alternate routes.
• I-65 Widening: Daily lane closures continue near Rivergate Parkway for ongoing widening and bridge improvements. While today is a weekend, intermittent lane shifts remain in place for crossing equipment.
• Bradford Hills Drive: A continuous full closure of Bradford Hills Drive remains active for infrastructure repairs. This closure is expected to persist through April 2026, with detours clearly marked for local traffic.

Health Advisory: Respiratory Illness and Public Notices

The Metro Public Health Department reports a sustained rise in local Influenza A and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) cases as we move through the winter season. Free flu vaccines remain available at all three Metro preventive health clinics. Health officials recommend immediate testing for anyone experiencing sudden fever, cough, or body aches to ensure appropriate treatment for co-circulating viruses.

Additionally, an official public notice remains active regarding a recent application to construct or modify a local air pollution source. This notice, filed in mid-February, allows for public comment and review of technical documentation at the Lentz Public Health Center during standard business hours.

Upcoming Metro Council Business

The Metropolitan Council is prepared to hold its next regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. at the Historic Metro Courthouse. Agendas for this session, including discussions on East Bank infrastructure developments, are available for public review through the Metro Clerk’s office.