Jul 3, 2009 1:55 pm US/Eastern
Boston Parking Restrictions For Fourth Of July
BOSTON (WBZ) ―
Everyone coming into Boston for the 4th of July celebration Saturday is strongly encouraged to take public transportation.
Here is a list of the parking restrictions that will be implemented by the city.
"Tow Zone, No Stopping, Thursday through Saturday" signs will be posted on the following streets:
Beacon Street, both sides, from Arlington Street to Clarendon Street.
Back Street, opposite Dartmouth Street at area where jersey barriers separate Back Street from Storrow Drive
Dartmouth Street, both sides, from Beacon Street to Back Street
"Tow Zone, No Stopping, Saturday" signs will be posted at the following locations:
Arlington Street, both sides, from Beacon Street to Boylston Street
Beacon Street, both sides, from Charles Street to Arlington Street
Berkeley Street, both sides, from Beacon Street o Back Street, and east side, from St. James Street to Boylston Street
Boylston Street, both side, from Berkeley Street to Arlington Street
Chestnut Street, both sides, from David G. Mugar Way to Brimmer Street
Mount Vernon Street, both sides, from David G. Mugar Way to Brimmer
There will also be the annual 4th of July parade beginning at 9 a.m. on City Hall Plaza.
To accommodate the parade, temporary "Tow Zone, No Stopping, Saturday" restrictions will be in place on Cambridge Street, east side (City Hall side), from Court Street to New Sudbury Street.
Drivers who ignore these parking restrictions will be ticketed and could have their vehicles towed.
In non-restricted areas, all Boston parking meters are free on Saturday.
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