In observance of Cesar Chavez Day, most municipal offices in San Antonio will be closed on March 31. However, essential services such as public safety and emergency services will remain fully operational. City Hall and most municipal offices will be closed to honor the civil rights and labor movement icon, according to the City of San Antonio.
During the holiday, residents can reach the city's general services through the 3-1-1 customer service line, which will be open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. for urgent concerns related to animals, traffic signals, and more. Animal Care Officers and Code Enforcement Officers will handle inspections and emergency coverage. Downtown visitors will not need to pay for parking meters, though this does not apply to off-street City-operated garages and lots. Parks and trails will remain open, as reported by the City of San Antonio.
San Antonio's Waste Collection and Drop-Off services will operate as usual, with "garbage, recycling, and organics will have normal collections all week." The Bitters Brush site and all bulky waste drop-off centers will be closed on Cesar Chavez Day. Some city facilities will remain open, including Municipal Court magistration services, SAPD's detention center, La Villita, Market Square, and certain school district sites. However, the Central Library, all San Antonio Public Library locations, Metropolitan Health Clinics, and several administrative offices will be closed. Residents are advised to check the city's official announcement for full details, as stated by the City of San Antonio.
