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Welcome!

Memorial Day – Monday, May 27, 2012

Closed: All municipal offices (Boston City Hall, BPS, libraries & community centers).
Trash & Recycling: Collection delayed by 1 day this week EXCEPT Boston Proper, Roxbury, Charlestown & South Boston. See full holiday collection schedule.
MBTA: Operating on a Sunday schedule. See www.mbta.com for details.
Parking: Parking meters FREE. All other rules apply. The Tow Lot is CLOSED Saturday 5/25 1PM - Tuesday 5/28 7AM.
Street Sweeping: No MONDAY 5/27 daytime sweeping (except overnight 12-7AM on posted arterials). Daytime sweeping resumes 12:01AM Tuesday 5/28. Sign up for sweeping alerts.

Special State Election

Tuesday, May 28th, 2013 Special Election for 8th Suffolk Representative District & 1st Suffolk Senate District. *This is not a City-Wide Election. Please click candidate links below for a list of participating precincts.*

5.28.13 - 8th Suffolk Representative District Candidates »
5.28.13 - 1st Suffolk Senate District Candidates »
Search for Polling Location by First & Last Name »
Polling Location Book »
Remembrance 2013: FREE Concert 5-27-13 @ 6:30PM
This Memorial Day, Mayor Menino and the City of Boston Veterans’ Services in conjunction with Parks & Recreation and Military Friends welcome you to join us for a musical tribute to our heroes; Remembrance 2013. Featuring the Metropolitan Wind Symphony (MWS) and the Boston City Singers. This family-friendly event is free & open to the public.
Remembrance »
Memorial Day Weekend Events »
Summertime & BBQ Safety Tips from Boston Fire
Think "safety first" when planning your summer activities and barbecues. Boston Fire has some helpful summer safety tips available and remind residents of important barbecue regulations in the City.
Barbecue Safety Information »
Summer Safety Tips »
Annual Rose Garden Party
The Rose Garden Party is a fundraiser and kick-off event for ParkARTS, Mayor Menino’s initiative to present free yearlong program of arts, cultural and enrichment programs and events in our park system.
More Information »
Mayor Menino Announces 2013 Greenovate Award Winners
On May 14, Mayor Thomas M. Menino announced the 2013 Greenovate Boston Award winners at Boston University's Center for Student Services. There were 18 award winners in total including 13 business, three residential and two sustainable food leaders. These winners were selected for their impressive sustainability achievements and commitment to greenovating Boston.
2013 Greenovate Award Winners »
Read Release »
Watch the Video »
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Boston gives, respond, and rebuilds together.
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Mayor Menino Invites Residents to Annual Neighborhood Coffee Hours
Mayor Menino and the Boston Parks and Recreation Department invite residents to enjoy informational Coffee Hours in neighborhood parks throughout the city. The annual series, sponsored by Dunkin' Donuts, will take place from April 17 - June 3.
2013 Coffee Hour Locations & Information »
Daytime Street Cleaning
The neighborhood daytime street sweeping program resumes on April 1st (see exceptions). Residents are invited to register for No Tow™ email reminders of when the street that they regularly park on is scheduled for cleaning.
Lookup Street Cleaning & Register for Notifications »
Request Street Sweeping »