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For the 2020 presidential primaries, early voting takes place from Monday, February 24, through Friday, February 28. Any registered Boston voter can vote at any early voting location.
Tuesday, February 25
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Street Cleaning

Today is the fourth Tuesday of the month and street cleaning is running on a normal schedule.
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City building hours

All municipal buildings are open based on their normal hours.
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Trash and recycling

Pickup is on a normal schedule.
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Tow lot

The tow lot is open from 7 a.m. - 11 p.m. Automated kiosks are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week for vehicle releases.
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Parking meters

Parking meters are running on their normal schedules today.

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Report unshoveled sidewalk (wait until three hours after snowfall ends)
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Report a missing or damaged street sign
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Upcoming Events

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Feb 25

Medal of Honor Playground Expansion community meeting

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Feb 25

City On A Hill Committee meeting

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Feb 25

Boston Landmarks Commission

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Feb 25

City Council Committee on Government Operations hearing on Docket #0233

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Boston Mayor Martin J. Walsh

Contact: Mayor's Office

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Meet the Mayor

Mayor Martin J. Walsh, an accomplished advocate for working people and a proud product of the City of Boston, was sworn in as the City’s 54th Mayor on January 6, 2014. 

Learn more about Mayor Walsh

Boston City Council

City Council
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