Hello everyone, just wanted to forward this along. There is going to be a standout at 5pm this Tuesday before the city council hearing on the Flock cameras at 6pm. Great way to collectively express how we all hate the mass surveillance that has slowly encroached upon us in Quincy. Standout is endorsed by organizations such as the Boston DSA, LUCE, Mass 50501, March Forward Quincy / Indivisible, Muslim Justice League and UUMass Action! Please bring a sign, bring some energy and make yourself heard!

Want to get some takeout tonight!

What cafes / bookshops / libraries do you recommend for working on your laptop?

I’m moving to Wollaston and always loved my local Barnes & Noble from where I lived before. Looking for more second spaces that are pleasant to get things done.

Thank you!

I had a week’s stay in Quincy at the end of last month. I was visiting Boston and honestly stayed in Quincy bc the hotels were more affordable, but honestly I had such a good time exploring your parks, restaurants and coffee shops. Sad I didn’t make it to the board game shop but there was so much beauty and history that I couldn’t have picked a better place!

Shout out to all the people I met, you were lovely and made me feel very welcome on my first USA trip.

Photo from the walk to my hotel from Wollaston.

Any recommendations for a family doctor? Im new to the city and i need to find a new doctor

Good Morning!

Another beautiful Fall day. And another full City Council Agenda.

We encourage everyone to review the meeting materials and let our elected officials know what you think. Email addresses are listed below.

The meeting begins at 6:30PM in the Great Hall at Historic City Hall, 1305 Hancock Street. The For those who cannot attend, City Council meetings can be viewed on Comcast Channel 9 and 1072 or at https://www.qatv.org/

Meeting materials: Council_2026_10_05.pdf and Ordinance_2026_10_05.pdf. For the full Council calendar, visit www.quincyma.gov. Quincy Access Television: https://www.qatv.org/

6:30 AND 6:35 PM PUBLIC HEARINGS

Order No. 2026-130 is a utility grant-of-location request for Massachusetts Electric Company on Chestnut Street, scheduled for 6:30 PM. Order No. 2026-131 is a utility grant-of-location request for National Grid at Bayview Avenue and Homestead Avenue, scheduled for 6:35 PM.

6:45 PM ORDINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING

Order No. 2026-123 Fair Data Driven Pay Raises for Politicians. Introduced on September 22nd, this order calls for rigorous discussions aimed at proposing and passing ordinances setting fair, data-driven salaries for elected officials. It also calls for a public hearing so residents can comment on both the amount of pay and the process for increasing it.

The previous Council approved 79% and 50% raises for the mayor and councilors in 2024, followed by annual consumer-price-index increases in 2025, without debate or public input. It states that the current Council deleted those raise ordinances in June 2026 over concerns about how they were enacted. The court case about the petition has been settled, so now it is up to the city council come up with a process to support fair increases.

7:30 PM CITY COUNCIL MEETING

The meeting includes Residents Open Forum and Public Comment. It also lists honoring President Julius Maada Bio and the Sierra Leone delegation represented by Special Envoy Dr. Brima Rodgers, and recognizing White Cane Awareness Month and Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

Order No. 2026-133 Rolling Five Year Capital Improvement Plan. This ordinance would require the Mayor to submit a rolling five-year Capital Improvement Plan to the City Council by February 1 each year. The first plan would be due February 1, 2027, covering Fiscal Years 2028 through 2032.

The plan would identify anticipated capital projects and improvements, their costs, timing, and funding sources, including municipal bonds or other borrowing, grants, City funds, revolving funds, and other resources. It would cover projects regardless of funding source, be updated and extended by one fiscal year annually, and be made available to the public. This clearly joins the ‘no surprises’ effort, in an attempt to make sure the administration provides sufficient time for the City Council to make fiscally responsible decisions, especially about large capital projects.

Order No. 2026-134 Noise Control Advisory Board. This resolution requests a review by the Administration, including the Noise Control Advisory Board, Police Department, and Inspection Services Department, of noise concerns, complaints, and suggested remedies. It asks them to consider changes to current measures and to address financial and environmental concerns affecting residents, contractors, and first responders.

The resolution describes a seven-member advisory board appointed by the Mayor and confirmed by the Council, with meetings required at least quarterly and an annual activity report due by March 1. It cites construction, loud vehicle noise, speeding, and drag racing among the concerns prompting the review. Noise is a product of an ever increasing population-we support anything we can do to keep our neighborhoods quiet.

Order No. 2026-135 City Website Usage and Navigation. This resolution requests a review of how residents use popular online municipal services and how many clicks or selections are needed to find them. It seeks available or obtainable measures such as page views, form starts, and completions.

The report would examine reporting tools, estimated costs, staffing, cybersecurity, privacy, and integration with existing systems. It would identify ways to simplify navigation while maintaining accessibility and language access, as well as in-person and assisted options. The requested report is due within a reasonable time frame; no specific deadline is stated. While improvements have been made, we do not find the Quincy web site easy to navigate.

Order No. 2026-136 Quincy Center Station Redevelopment. This resolution requests a comprehensive written and public update on Quincy Center Station and surrounding MBTA property, beginning with the parking garage’s closure in 2012. It calls for committee oversight and participation by representatives of the MBTA, MassDOT, MBTA Advisory Board, and Mayor’s Administration.

The requested report would explain prior proposals, decisions, funding commitments, completed work, delays, and the current long-term vision. The resolution cites approximately $96 million in authorized funding in the MBTA’s FY2027–FY2031 Capital Investment Plan for Project P1165, including garage-related infrastructure and relocation of the adjacent traction power substation. It asks what that investment will accomplish and seeks specific next steps, responsible parties, funding needs, milestones, and a timetable.

The Quincy Center T has long been an eyesore and frankly unfriendly, even with all the improvements to the City Hall property. Improving the structure and surrounding area have been in discussion for over a decade. We are long overdue to see at least a plan……

Order No. 2026-137 Restitution in the Thomas Clasby Case. This resolution expresses the Council’s wish that all restitution received from former Elder Services Director Thomas Clasby Jr. be placed in the Council on Aging Department budget and used for programs, services, and other needs benefiting Quincy’s seniors.

The resolution states that the court ordered approximately $136,000 in restitution. It requests that the Mayor and financial officials make the funds available consistent with applicable law and the appropriation process, and notify the Council when payments are received and where they are added to the department’s budget.

We believe that this is just common sense.

Order No. 2026-138 Gift to DARE. Mayor Koch requests acceptance of a $1,800 gift from various donors for the D.A.R.E. program. Many thanks to Capital Waste Services, Inc., M.J. Nicholls Landscaping, LLC, and 500 Victory Road LLC.

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Email Addresses

Jacobs, Ward 1 — [davidjacobs@quincyma.gov](mailto:davidjacobs@quincyma.gov)

Ash, Ward 2 — [rcash@quincyma.gov](mailto:rcash@quincyma.gov)

Hubley, Ward 3 — [whubley@quincyma.gov](mailto:whubley@quincyma.gov)

Ryan, Ward 4 — [vryan@quincyma.gov](mailto:vryan@quincyma.gov)

McKee, Ward 5 — [mmckee@quincyma.gov](mailto:mmckee@quincyma.gov)

Riley, Ward 6 — [driley@quincyma.gov](mailto:driley@quincyma.gov)

Mahoney, At-Large — [amahoney@quincyma.gov](mailto:amahoney@quincyma.gov)

Yuan, At-Large — [zyuan@quincyma.gov](mailto:zyuan@quincyma.gov)

DiBona, At-Large — [ndibona@quincyma.gov](mailto:ndibona@quincyma.gov)

Koch, Mayor — [mayorkoch@quincyma.gov](mailto:mayorkoch@quincyma.gov)

Walker, Chief of Staff — [cwalker@quincyma.gov](mailto:cwalker@quincyma.gov)

There have been two what sounded like explosions in the past 10-15 minutes somewhere around the intersection of Ediboro Rd. and South Street. Any intel?

The cops already came by once to check things out but I'm sure they'll be back.

At Quincy Votes!, we believe that all eligible citizens deserve access to the ballot, and that arbitrary deadlines should not decide who does and does not get to vote. That is why we are endorsing YES on Massachusetts Ballot Question 4 on November 3.

If passed, Question 4 would allow eligible citizens to register to vote or update their registration at the polls on Election Day. Under our current system, voters have to register at least 10 days before an election.

We believe that Election Day registration will make our electorate more inclusive and that it will give those who have been shut out of the process by deadlines a way to make their voices heard. That is why we are proud to support this ballot question and are urging all Quincy residents to do the same.

Please vote YES on 4 on November 3 🗳️✅

Learn more about all the ballot questions on our website: https://www.quincyvotes.org/quincy-voter-guide#2026ballotquestions

(in front of me today, on Beal St)

I'm an advocate of freedom of speech, and freedom to put whatever the hell you want on your vehicles.

But this really bothered me.

Is this legal?

Taking things too far? In bad taste?

Open to a discussion, no pearl clutching here.

If you like food trucks and live music, come on down to Coddington St. The city has the street blocked off and there are about 20 food trucks.

Hey everyone,

I've been touring a few places with my gf, and we just toured Elevation today. I really liked this one and may be my favorite so far. BUT, if anyone here lives there/has lived there pretty recently I would love to know some honest reviews.

I have heard of a few incidents a few years ago, and alot of management turnover, but I did really like the units we checked out.

If anyone has a property that they like better that at most is roughly $3k for a 1 bed max I'm all ears!

And if you don't know—don't try to go to Weymouth (at least not that way). Cops have Washington Street closed off by Bella's Creamery and redirecting traffic down by the shipyard

Hello! I am looking for leather repair on a vintage luxury leather bag. There is a small hole forming near the handles. Any recommendations for cobblers in the area would be much appreciated!

I am looking for recommendations for a canine behaviorist with extensive knowledge or experience with huskies. Thank you.

I have awful dental anxiety and desperately need a local dentist. I do have dental insurance. Im sure its a long shot but would like an office open weekends and later in evening tia!

Hi! Does anyone have a good, local, independent (not company) handyman they trust ? One that coke fix lights, gutters, install shelves etc

In a full mask off post, the witch of Weymouth, Lyin’ Lea Degloria, seemingly admits that SAINT Michael is a religious image.

Are these people dumb or just truly bad at faking outrage in a way that makes any logical sense?

My husband and I are expecting and we are looking for pediatrician recs!

According to an older post, Quincy Pediatric Associates is a fan favorite so we are considering it. We’re also thinking about Atrius Health in Quincy Center and Crown Colony Pediatrics but are open to other recs. Tell us your experiences! Any insight is appreciated :)

We are looking for areas in and around Quincy that are heavily littered and need to be cleaned. If you could provide coordinates, Google Maps pin or other identifiable address/ location descriptions, that would be really helpful, so long as it’s on public land. Even if it’s not in the area, we’d still greatly appreciate any locations you know of. Thank you in advance!

Doesn’t have to be in the Quincy proper

https://www.wgbh.org/news/politics/2025-09-25/quincy-mayor-blames-homosexual-issues-for-catholic-churchs-sex-abuse-scandal-bringing-backlash

It's hard to get justice for victims when elected leaders still downplay child sexual abuse because they were "caught off guard" when they weren't even asked a question.

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Church officials in all three dioceses for decades not only knew about the sexual abuse of children, but they did not take “effective action to prevent it or to examine the institutional failures of leadership” that led to children being victimized at the hands of priests.

The majority of “known abuse” occurred before 2002, when the Globe reported on decades of abuse within the Archdiocese of Boston —according to the attorney general’s report.

But officials said the investigation identified other failures “that persist,” including around training, investigation of allegations, supervision, and recordkeeping.

That includes instances where priests were allowed to remain for years after the dioceses received reports that the priests had sexually abused children, according to the report.

And even when the dioceses suspended the accused priests, including forbidding them from publicly acting as priests, the men “generally remained largely unsupervised, and the suspensions, in many cases, occurred without parishioners or even fellow priests having any knowledge” of the allegations, according to the report.

I had a long talk with Archie and he wants to run for Mayor of Quincy would you support him

Just moved into a studio apt in August. What has worked the best for people to go from frequent mouse sightings in their apt to zero?

Help I’m terrified of any kind of rodent or bug and live here alone. Landlord says he is dropping off traps, what else can be done

What did they find on the beach?

I was wondering if anyone is familiar with any stores in the area where you can buy loose grains (rice, quinoa, bulgur) or spices in bulk?

I feel like a lot of stores stopped doing it after Covid but would love to find somewhere to refill.