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Indoor mask mandate

Face masks are now required in all indoor public settings in the City of Boston.
COVID-19 vaccine information

We have vaccine safety information, as well as a map and list of vaccination sites for eligible residents in Boston.
COVID-19 testing sites

The City of Boston has partnered with community health centers, hospitals, and pharmacies to increase access to COVID-19 testing for residents.
City Hall operating hours

Boston City Hall is now open to the public Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. - 5 pm.
Trash and recycling

Pickup is on a normal schedule.
Parking meters

Beginning September 7, 2021, residents with a resident sticker won't be allowed to park in a metered or two-hour parking space in their neighborhood without adhering to the time limit or paying a meter fee.
Street Cleaning

Street cleaning is on a normal schedule.
Tow lot

The tow lot is only open Monday through Friday, from 7 a.m. - 10:30 p.m. Automated kiosks are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week for vehicle releases.

2021 election information

Early voting in Boston
For the Preliminary Municipal Election on Tuesday, September 14, the early voting period starts on Saturday, September 4, and runs through Friday, September 10.
Vote by mail
All registered Boston voters can vote by mail in the 2021 Municipal Elections. Aside from mailing your ballot, you can also drop your ballot off at any City of Boston drop box up until 8 p.m. on Election Day.
2021 Election calendar
View dates related to the Municipal Elections this year.

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Add your name to the City census
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Find affordable housing
Order birth certificates online
Pay a parking ticket
Pay your motor vehicle excise tax
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Latest news

Latest news

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Landmarks Commission

Demolition Delay application: 10 Thompson Square, Charlestown

Landmarks Commission
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MAYOR JANEY SIGNS ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING BLACK MEN AND BOYS COMMISSION

Mayor's Office

Demolition Delay application: 832 East 3rd Street, South Boston

Landmarks Commission
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Mayor Kim Janey

Meet the Mayor

Kim Janey is the 55th Mayor of Boston. A proud fourth-generation Roxbury resident, Mayor Janey comes from a long line of educators, entrepreneurs, artists, and advocates.

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