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Last updated: Tue, 09/26/2017 - 2:00pm
Preliminary municipal election
Polling locations across the City are open today from 7 a.m. - 8 p.m. You can find voter information and resources through our Voting in Boston guide.
Unofficial election results
Municipal Buildings
City building hours

All municipal buildings are open based on their regular hours of operation.
Trash and Recycling
Trash and recycling

Pickup is on a normal schedule today.
Parking Meters
Parking Meters

Parking meters are operating normally today.
Tow Lot
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.
Street Sweeping
Street Cleaning

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

Common resources

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Consumer Affairs and Licensing Hearing

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Boston Landmarks Commission Hearing 9/26/2017

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Boston Groundwater Trust Meeting

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Inspectional Services Department Hearing

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Boston Mayor Martin J. Walsh

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Mayor Martin J. Walsh

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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. 

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