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Early voting for the November 6 election takes place from October 22 to November 2.
How to vote early
Sunday, September 23
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Street cleaning

There is no daytime street cleaning. Overnight street cleaning is on a normal schedule.
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Tow lot

The tow lot is closed. Automated kiosks are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week for vehicle releases.
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Parking meters

Parking meters are free with no time limit on Sundays.
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City building hours

Some community centers are open. The Central Library in Copley Square is open from 1 - 5 p.m. All other municipal buildings and libraries are closed.
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Trash and recycling

There is no residential trash and recycling pickup during the weekend.

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