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Sunday, December 14

City Hall Operating Hours

Boston City Hall is closed to the public on the weekend.
Trash and recycling

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

Street cleaning is on a normal schedule.
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Parking meters

Parking meters are free with no time limit on Sundays.
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.

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