The city has activated a temporary hotline for media inquiries related to city operations during the South by Southwest festival and additional events, at (512) 974-9280. News media are encouraged to call this number with any questions regarding special event permitting and compliance, general public safety and other city-related issues. City public information staff will monitor the line from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. today and from 9 a.m. to 3 a.m. from Tuesday through Sunday. The city will distribute an advisory when the lines are deactivated.