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Watch: Celebration of New Commuter Ferry Stop at Pier 10 Live at 11:30 a.m.

Wednesday, August 13

Boston City Hall is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., but many offices close to the public at 4 or 4:30 p.m.

Trash and recycling

Pickup is on a normal schedule.

Street Cleaning

Street cleaning is on a normal schedule.

Parking meters

Parking meters are running on their normal schedules today.

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.

Poll Worker Volunteers Needed

Volunteer poll workers attend a two-hour paid training and earn stipends of $160 - $200. Bilingual speaks are strongly encouraged to apply.

Apply online today!

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Building Permits and Licenses

City Property Information Search

Get a Resident Parking Permit

Mattress Recycling

Order Birth Certificates Online

Pay a Parking Ticket

Search Resources and Elected Officials for Your Neighborhood

Special Item / Bulk Item Trash Pickups

View Projects Across the City of Boston

Report an Issue with 311

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Community Aid Resources

Getting around Boston

Latest news

Aug 12

New Commuter Ferry Connecting North Station To South Boston Waterfront

Mayor Wu and the City of Boston Celebrate New Commuter Ferry Connecting North

Mayor's Office

Aug 11

The City of Boston to Celebrate 42nd Anniversary of New Edition

Mayor's Office

Aug 10

MAYOR WU ADVISES CAUTION IN ANTICIPATION OF HIGH TEMPERATURES

Mayor Wu Declares Heat Emergency Monday, August 11, Through Wednesday, August 13

Emergency Management

Aug 8

Health Advisory: Cyanobacteria Algae In a Section of The Muddy River in Fenway

Boston Public Health Commission

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We Are Black Boston

Honoring the legacy, contributions, and presence of Black Bostonians.

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Boston City TV YouTube Channel

Boston City TV can also be viewed on your local cable TV provider: Xfinity 24, RCN 13, and Fios 962.

BOS:311 service requests

BOS:311

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Upcoming Events

Academy Charter School Of Dorchester Board of Trustees Meeting

Aug 13

Zoning Commission Hearing

Aug 13

2025 Children's Arts and Crafts Workshops: Roxbury

Aug 13

2025 Children's Arts and Crafts Workshops: Beacon Hill

Aug 13

City Council Committee On City Services And Innovation Technology Hearing On Docket #0772

Aug 13

Age Strong Memory Cafe - Codman Square

Aug 13

CANCELED: City Hall On The Go: Brighton

Aug 13

Certification Office Hours for Minority / Women-Owned Businesses (MWBE)

Aug 13

YouthFest 2025! Summer Showcase

Aug 13

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Boston Mayor Michelle Wu

Contact: Mayor's Office

Meet the Mayor

Michelle Wu is the Mayor of Boston. She is a daughter of immigrants, Boston Public Schools mom to two boys, MBTA commuter, and fierce believer that we can solve our deepest challenges through building community.

Learn about Mayor Wu