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To help residents stay cool, Boston Centers for Youth & Families cooling centers will be open Sunday through Tuesday, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Heat information Sunday, June 6 Reopening in Boston The City of Boston will align with the state's reopening plan, with all remaining COVID-19 restrictions being lifted effective May 29. Status of City departments City Hall is only open to the public on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. If you need to visit City Hall, you must make an appointment. State reopening guidance All remaining COVID-19 restrictions will be lifted in the state effective May 29. The state's face covering order will also be rescinded on May 29. Governor Baker will end the State of Emergency on June 15. COVID-19 vaccine information The COVID-19 vaccine is an important tool to keep our communities safe. We have vaccine safety information, as well as a map and list of vaccination sites for eligible residents in Boston. COVID-19 testing sites The City of Boston has partnered with community health centers, hospitals, and pharmacies to increase access to COVID-19 testing for residents. Boston Public Schools Boston Public Schools recently released an updated timeline for reopening and phasing additional students to in-person learning. Alert A red exclamation point in a cirlce. Trash and recycling There is no residential trash and recycling pickup during the weekend. Parking meters Residents with a valid resident parking permit sticker can park in a metered or two-hour parking space in their neighborhood without having to adhere to the time limit, or pay a meter fee. Street Cleaning Street cleaning is on a normal schedule. 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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Your Email Address Zip Code Gotcha Sign Up Upcoming Events Parks Fitness: Virtual yoga with Susie Jun 6 CANCELED: City Council Committee on Ways and Means hearing on Dockets #0524-0531, FY22 Budget: Possible Carryover "> CANCELED: City Council Committee on Ways and Means hearing on Dockets #0524-0531, FY22 Budget: Possible Carryover Jun 7 Boston Parks And Recreation Commission hearing Jun 7 English Language Learners (ELL) Task Force remote meeting Jun 7 CANCELED: City Council Committee on Ways and Means hearing on Dockets #0524-0531, FY22 Budget: Possible Carryover "> CANCELED: City Council Committee on Ways and Means hearing on Dockets #0524-0531, FY22 Budget: Possible Carryover Jun 7 Dudley Square Realty Corporation and Ferdinand Building Development Corporation meeting Jun 7 Find more events Boston Mayor Kim Janey Contact: Mayor's Office Meet the Mayor Kim Janey is the 55th Mayor of Boston. A proud fourth-generation Roxbury resident, Mayor Janey comes from a long line of educators, entrepreneurs, artists, and advocates. Learn about Mayor Janey Boston City Council City Council Contact: City Council Matt O'Malley City Council President; City Councilor, District 6 Send an email to matthew.omalley@boston.gov Annissa Essaibi George City Councilor, At-Large Send an email to A.E.George@boston.gov Michael Flaherty City Councilor, At-Large Send an email to Michael.F.Flaherty@boston.gov Julia Mejia City Councilor, At-Large Send an email to Julia.Mejia@Boston.gov Michelle Wu City Councilor, At-Large Send an email to Michelle.Wu@boston.gov Lydia Edwards City Councilor, District 1 Send an email to lydia.edwards@boston.gov Ed Flynn City Councilor, District 2 Send an email to ed.flynn@boston.gov Frank Baker City Councilor, District 3 Send an email to Frank.Baker@boston.gov Andrea Campbell City Councilor, District 4 Send an email to Andrea.Campbell@boston.gov Ricardo Arroyo City Councilor, District 5 Send an email to ricardo.arroyo@boston.gov Kim Janey Mayor; City Councilor, District 7 617-635-3510 Kenzie Bok City Councilor, District 8 Send an email to kenzie.bok@boston.gov Liz Breadon City Councilor, District 9 Send an email to liz.breadon@boston.gov Footer menu Privacy Policy Contact us Alerts and notifications Public records requests BOS:311 - Report an issue...