Resident and Community Resources
Road closures, community events and public safety information.
Patriot’s Day Holiday – Monday April 20, 2015
Municipal Offices: CLOSED (includes all City buildings, Boston Public Schools, Community Centers & Libraries).
Trash & Recycling: ONE DAY LATE for remainder of week except Boston Proper, Roxbury, Charlestown, & South Boston; see schedule for full details.
Street Cleaning: Overnight sweeping Sunday - Monday morning (weather permitting) still in effect. NO Monday daytime street cleaning (except overnight cleaning between 12:01 AM and 7:00 AM on posted arterials).
MBTA: See www.mbta.com/events for commuter rail, bus, and subway schedule.
Traffic & Parking: FREE meters, time limit NOT in effect. All other parking rules remain in effect. Marathon-related road closures & parking restrictions in effect. Read Full Advisory
Tow Lot: Closes 1:00 PM Saturday, April 19; reopens 7:00 AM Tuesday (kiosks open 24 hours for cash, Visa, or MasterCard payments).
Boston Marathon Information
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Notice for Back Bay Businesses & Residents
Find complete information on Marathon-related events in your neighborhood, including tribute events and road closures.
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Road Closures
In the days leading up to the Marathon, as well as Marathon Monday, parking and access will be restricted in several areas surrounding the Marathon route.
Spectators are encouraged to take the MBTA to and from the Marathon to decrease vehicular traffic.
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Maps: Road Closures & Parking Restrictions
View complete area maps for road closures and parking restrictions.
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MBTA Transit Schedule
The MBTA will accommodate thousands of extra riders as they travel throughout Greater Boston for the 2014 Boston Marathon.
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Get Emergency Information on Your Cellphone
Sign up for free emergency alerts from Mass.gov. Alerts will provide important information about emergencies and hazards in your area. Text "Boston" to 69050 to report suspicious activity and call 9-1-1 in an emergency situation.
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One Year Later: Resources for Coping with Emotional Stress
The Boston Public Health Commission understands that the one year anniversary of the unexpected, traumatic events of April 15, 2013 will be challenging for many people.
With this in mind, they are pleased to host a forum for Copley area residents, employees, and businesses aimed at teaching attendees coping strategies for dealing with trauma. This informal gathering will be led by a counselor who specializes in the field of trauma.
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Officials Outline Boston Marathon Public Safety Plans
Increased police presence, EMS staffing, and emergency communications; Street closures and traffic advisories; Trauma counseling
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City of Boston Traffic & Parking Advisory: Boston Marathon
Find complete information on parking and traffic for Monday, April 21.
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City Archivists Preserve Boston Marathon Memorial
Notes and well-wishes have come from every corner of the globe after the events of the Boston Marathon, but many of these messages are not weather-resistant. The more fragile keepsakes have been moved to the city archives in West Roxbury where they can be viewed, while items such as running shoes, stuffed animals, and baseball hats will remain in Copley Square for some time.
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Moment of Silence - 4/15/14
Join the City of Boston, the nation, and the world in a moment of silence on Tuesday, April 15 at 2:49 PM in memory of the tragic events of the 2013 Boston Marathon.
A Boston Marathon Tribute will be held at the Hynes Convention Center on Tuesday, April 15 to honor those affected by last year’s events, including those who lost lives, survivors, and first responders. The 118th running of the Boston Marathon will take place on Monday, April 21.