MassVoter.com← Quincy City CouncilQuincy City Council · 2018–2019 Council · Regular meeting
March 4, 2019
24 recorded votes, 7 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Ian Cain, Noel DiBona, William Harris, Kirsten Hughes, Nina Liang, Anne Mahoney, David McCarthy, Brian Palmucci, Brad Croall
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
2019-040 - Appropriation - $61,000,000 for District Improvement Financing
Refer to Finance, Ordinance & Downtown & Economic Growth Committees: 2019-040 - Appropriation - $61,000,000 for District Improvement Financing
Motion to refer to Finance, Ordinance & Downtown & Economic Growth Committees by Councillor Cain
The minutes record this as a voice vote ("Yeas have it") and do not give a count or say how each councillor voted. The minutes do not name a seconder.
From the minutes
“2019-040 - Appropriation - $61,000,000 for District Improvement Financing - Mayor Koch Motion by Councillor Cain to waive the reading Motion to refer to Finance, Ordinance & Downtown & Economic Growth Committees by Councillor Cain Yeas have it.” (Motion: Cain)
2019-041 - Order - Land Disposition Agreement - Ross Parking Area Phase 1
Refer to Finance, Ordinance & Downtown & Economic Growth Committees: 2019-041 - Order - Land Disposition Agreement - Ross Parking Area Phase 1
Motion to refer to Finance, Ordinance & Downtown & Economic Growth Committees by Councillor Liang
The minutes record this as a voice vote ("Yeas have it") and do not give a count or say how each councillor voted. The minutes do not name a seconder.
From the minutes
“2019-041 - Order - Land Disposition Agreement - Ross Parking Area Phase 1 - Mayor Koch Motion by Councillor Liang to waive the reading Motion to refer to Finance, Ordinance & Downtown & Economic Growth Committees by Councillor Liang Yeas have it.” (Motion: Liang)
2019-042 - Order - Consolidated Urban Revitalization and Development Plan & Amendment #5
Refer to Ordinance, Oversight & Downtown & Economic Growth Committees: 2019-042 - Order - Consolidated Urban Revitalization and Development Plan & Amendment #5
Motion to refer to Ordinance, Oversight & Downtown & Economic Growth Committees by Councillor Liang
The minutes record this as a voice vote ("Yeas have it") and do not give a count or say how each councillor voted. The minutes do not name a seconder.
From the minutes
“2019-042 - Order - Consolidated Urban Revitalization and Development Plan & Amendment #5 - Mayor Koch Motion by Councillor Liang to waive the reading Motion to refer to Ordinance, Oversight & Downtown & Economic Growth Committees by Councillor Liang Yeas have it.” (Motion: Liang)
2019-043 - Order - Home Rule - An Act Authorizing Municipalities to Permit Early Voting in Local Elections
Refer to Ordinance & Downtown & Economic Growth Committees: 2019-043 - Order - Home Rule - An Act Authorizing Municipalities to Permit Early Voting in Local Elections
Motion to refer to Ordinance & Downtown & Economic Growth Committees by Councillor Palmucci
The minutes record this as a voice vote ("Yeas have it") and do not give a count or say how each councillor voted. The minutes do not name a seconder.
From the minutes
“2019-043 - Order - Home Rule - An Act Authorizing Municipalities to Permit Early Voting in Local Elections - Councillor Palmucci Motion by Councillor Palmucci to waive the reading Motion to refer to Ordinance & Downtown & Economic Growth Committees by Councillor Palmucci Yeas have it.” (Motion: Palmucci)
2019-044 - Gift - $1,000.00 from Various Donors for D.A.R.E.
Approve 2019-044 - Gift - $1,000.00 from Various Donors for D.A.R.E.
Motion to approve by Councillor Cain, Seconded by Councillor DiBona
From the minutes
“2019-044 - Gift - $1,000.00 from Various Donors for D.A.R.E. - Mayor Koch Councillor Cain requested a Thank you be sent Motion to approve by Councillor Cain, Seconded by Councillor DiBona The motion was approved by 9-0 Roll Call Vote.” (Motion: Cain, second: DiBona)
2019-045 - Resolve - Seeking Testimony from Native American Organizations Regarding Preservation of Indian Burial...
Refer to Oversight & Environmental & Public Health Committees: 2019-045 - Resolve - Seeking Testimony from Native American Organizations Regarding Preservation of Indian Burial Ground on Long Island
Motion to refer to Oversight & Environmental & Public Health Committees by Councillor Harris, Seconded by Councillor Palmucci
The minutes record this as a voice vote ("Yeas have it") and do not give a count or say how each councillor voted.
From the minutes
“2019-045 - Resolve - Seeking Testimony from Native American Organizations Regarding Preservation of Indian Burial Ground on Long Island - Councillor Harris Motion by Councillor Harris to waive the reading Motion to refer to Oversight & Environmental & Public Health Committees by Councillor Harris, Seconded by Councillor Palmucci Yeas have it.” (Motion: Harris, second: Palmucci)
2019-046 - Resolve - Update on Pending Legal and Future Action on Long Island Bridge
Approve 2019-046 - Resolve - Update on Pending Legal and Future Action on Long Island Bridge
Motion to approve by Councillor Harris, Seconded by Councillor Mahoney
From the minutes
“2019-046 - Resolve - Update on Pending Legal and Future Action on Long Island Bridge - Councillor Harris, Councillor Mahoney Motion by Councillor Harris to waive the reading Motion to approve by Councillor Harris, Seconded by Councillor Mahoney The motion was approved by 9-0 Roll Call Vote.” (Motion: Harris, second: Mahoney)
Approval of February 4, 2019 Meeting Minutes
Approve the minutes of February 4, 2019
(the minutes do not state the motion)
The minutes record this as a voice vote ("Yeas have it") and do not give a count or say how each councillor voted. The minutes do not say who made or seconded this motion.
From the minutes
“Approval of February 4, 2019 Meeting Minutes Yeas have it The minutes are approved as circulated.”
2019-016 - Traffic - Add 2 Hour Parking on both sides of John St, W. Squantum St to End of Street
Approve 2019-016 - Traffic - Add 2 Hour Parking on both sides of John St, W. Squantum St to End of Street
Motion by Councillor Liang, Seconded by Councillor Mahoney Motion
From the minutes
“2019-016 - Traffic - Add 2 Hour Parking on both sides of John St, W. Squantum St to End of Street Positive recommendation made by Ordinance Committee Chairman Councillor Liang Motion by Councillor Liang, Seconded by Councillor Mahoney Motion Passed by 9-0 Roll Call Vote.” (Motion: Liang, second: Mahoney)
2019-017 - Traffic - Add No Parking on the East side of Newbury Ave, E. Squantum St to Sagamore St
Approve 2019-017 - Traffic - Add No Parking on the East side of Newbury Ave, E. Squantum St to Sagamore St
Motion by Councillor Liang, Seconded by Councillor Harris Motion
From the minutes
“2019-017 - Traffic - Add No Parking on the East side of Newbury Ave, E. Squantum St to Sagamore St Positive recommendation made by Ordinance Committee Chairman Councillor Liang Motion by Councillor Liang, Seconded by Councillor Harris Motion Passed by 9-0 Roll Call Vote.” (Motion: Liang, second: Harris)
2019-018 - Traffic - Add 2 Hour Parking on the West side of Newbury Ave, 70' North of E. Squantum Street to Sagamore St
Approve 2019-018 - Traffic - Add 2 Hour Parking on the West side of Newbury Ave, 70' North of E. Squantum Street to Sagamore St
Motion by Councillor Liang, Seconded by Councillor Harris Motion
From the minutes
“2019-018 - Traffic - Add 2 Hour Parking on the West side of Newbury Ave, 70' North of E. Squantum Street to Sagamore St Positive recommendation made by Ordinance Committee Chairman Councillor Liang Motion by Councillor Liang, Seconded by Councillor Harris Motion Passed by 9-0 Roll Call Vote.” (Motion: Liang, second: Harris)
2019-019 - Traffic - Add 15 Minute Parking on the West side of Newbury Ave, 20' North of E. Squantum St to 70' North...
Approve 2019-019 - Traffic - Add 15 Minute Parking on the West side of Newbury Ave, 20' North of E. Squantum St to 70' North of E. Squantum St
Motion by Councillor Liang, Seconded by Councillor Harris Motion
From the minutes
“2019-019 - Traffic - Add 15 Minute Parking on the West side of Newbury Ave, 20' North of E. Squantum St to 70' North of E. Squantum St Motion by Councillor Harris to waive the reading Positive recommendation made by Ordinance Committee Chairman Councillor Liang Motion by Councillor Liang, Seconded by Councillor Harris Motion Passed by 9-0 Roll Call Vote.” (Motion: Liang, second: Harris)
2019-020 - Traffic -Add 2 Hour Parking on Both sides of Sagamore St, Newbury Ave to Commander Shea Blvd
Approve 2019-020 - Traffic -Add 2 Hour Parking on Both sides of Sagamore St, Newbury Ave to Commander Shea Blvd
Motion by Councillor Liang, Seconded by Councillor Harris Motion
From the minutes
“2019-020 - Traffic -Add 2 Hour Parking on Both sides of Sagamore St, Newbury Ave to Commander Shea Blvd Motion by Councillor Harris to waive the reading Positive recommendation made by Ordinance Committee Chairman Councillor Liang Motion by Councillor Liang, Seconded by Councillor Harris Motion Passed by 9-0 Roll Call Vote.” (Motion: Liang, second: Harris)
2019-021 - Traffic -Add 2 Hour Parking on Both sides of Prospect St, Sagamore St to Billings St
Approve 2019-021 - Traffic -Add 2 Hour Parking on Both sides of Prospect St, Sagamore St to Billings St
Motion by Councillor Liang, Seconded by Councillor Harris Motion
From the minutes
“2019-021 - Traffic -Add 2 Hour Parking on Both sides of Prospect St, Sagamore St to Billings St Motion by Councillor Harris to waive the reading Positive recommendation made by Ordinance Committee Chairman Councillor Liang Motion by Councillor Liang, Seconded by Councillor Harris Motion Passed by 9-0 Roll Call Vote.” (Motion: Liang, second: Harris)
2019-022 - Traffic - Add 2 Hour Parking on the East side of Prospect St, Young St to Kendall St
Approve 2019-022 - Traffic - Add 2 Hour Parking on the East side of Prospect St, Young St to Kendall St
Motion by Councillor Liang, Seconded by Councillor Harris Motion
From the minutes
“2019-022 - Traffic - Add 2 Hour Parking on the East side of Prospect St, Young St to Kendall St Motion by Councillor Harris to waive the reading Positive recommendation made by Ordinance Committee Chairman Councillor Liang Motion by Councillor Liang, Seconded by Councillor Harris Motion Passed by 9-0 Roll Call Vote.” (Motion: Liang, second: Harris)
2019-023 - Traffic - Add No Parking on the West side of Prospect St, Young St to Kendall St
Approve 2019-023 - Traffic - Add No Parking on the West side of Prospect St, Young St to Kendall St
Motion by Councillor Liang, Seconded by Councillor Harris Motion
From the minutes
“2019-023 - Traffic - Add No Parking on the West side of Prospect St, Young St to Kendall St Motion by Councillor Harris to waive the reading Positive recommendation made by Ordinance Committee Chairman Councillor Liang Motion by Councillor Liang, Seconded by Councillor Harris Motion Passed by 9-0 Roll Call Vote.” (Motion: Liang, second: Harris)
2019-024 - Traffic - Add No Parking on the North Side of Young St, Newbury Ave to End of Street
Approve 2019-024 - Traffic - Add No Parking on the North Side of Young St, Newbury Ave to End of Street
Motion by Councillor Liang, Seconded by Councillor Harris Motion
From the minutes
“2019-024 - Traffic - Add No Parking on the North Side of Young St, Newbury Ave to End of Street Motion by Councillor Harris to waive the reading Positive recommendation made by Ordinance Committee Chairman Councillor Liang Motion by Councillor Liang, Seconded by Councillor Harris Motion Passed by 9-0 Roll Call Vote.” (Motion: Liang, second: Harris)
2019-025 - Traffic - Add 2 Hour Parking on the South side of Young St, Newbury Ave to End of Street
Approve 2019-025 - Traffic - Add 2 Hour Parking on the South side of Young St, Newbury Ave to End of Street
Motion by Councillor Liang, Seconded by Councillor Harris Motion
From the minutes
“2019-025 - Traffic - Add 2 Hour Parking on the South side of Young St, Newbury Ave to End of Street Motion by Councillor Harris to waive the reading Positive recommendation made by Ordinance Committee Chairman Councillor Liang Motion by Councillor Liang, Seconded by Councillor Harris Motion Passed by 9-0 Roll Call Vote.” (Motion: Liang, second: Harris)
2019-026 - Traffic - Add No Parking on the South side of Kendall St, Hancock St to Newbury Ave
Approve 2019-026 - Traffic - Add No Parking on the South side of Kendall St, Hancock St to Newbury Ave
Motion by Councillor Liang, Seconded by Councillor
The minutes give the count as "-0 Roll Call Vote", with the number voting yes missing. Showing the count only. The minutes say the motion was seconded but leave out the seconder's name.
From the minutes
“2019-026 - Traffic - Add No Parking on the South side of Kendall St, Hancock St to Newbury Ave Motion by Councillor Harris to waive the reading Positive recommendation made by Ordinance Committee Chairman Councillor Liang Motion by Councillor Liang, Seconded by Councillor Motion Passed by -0 Roll Call Vote.” (Motion: Liang)
2019-027 - Traffic - Add 2 Hour parking North side of Kendall St, 100' East Hancock St to Newbury Ave
Approve 2019-027 - Traffic - Add 2 Hour parking North side of Kendall St, 100' East Hancock St to Newbury Ave
Motion by Councillor Liang, Seconded by Councillor Harris Motion
From the minutes
“2019-027 - Traffic - Add 2 Hour parking North side of Kendall St, 100' East Hancock St to Newbury Ave Motion by Councillor Harris to waive the reading Positive recommendation made by Ordinance Committee Chairman Councillor Liang Motion by Councillor Liang, Seconded by Councillor Harris Motion Passed by 9-0 Roll Call Vote.” (Motion: Liang, second: Harris)
2019-028 - Traffic - Add No Parking on the North side Kendall St, Hancock St to 100' East of Hancock St
Approve 2019-028 - Traffic - Add No Parking on the North side Kendall St, Hancock St to 100' East of Hancock St
Motion by Councillor Liang, Seconded by Councillor Harris Motion
From the minutes
“2019-028 - Traffic - Add No Parking on the North side Kendall St, Hancock St to 100' East of Hancock St Motion by Councillor Harris to waive the reading Positive recommendation made by Ordinance Committee Chairman Councillor Liang Motion by Councillor Liang, Seconded by Councillor Harris Motion Passed by 9-0 Roll Call Vote.” (Motion: Liang, second: Harris)
2019-029 - Traffic - Add 2 Hour Parking on the West side of Coe St, Sagamore St to Young St
Approve 2019-029 - Traffic - Add 2 Hour Parking on the West side of Coe St, Sagamore St to Young St
Motion by Councillor Liang, Seconded by Councillor Harris Motion
From the minutes
“2019-029 - Traffic - Add 2 Hour Parking on the West side of Coe St, Sagamore St to Young St Motion by Councillor Harris to waive the reading Positive recommendation made by Ordinance Committee Chairman Councillor Liang Motion by Councillor Liang, Seconded by Councillor Harris Motion Passed by 9-0 Roll Call Vote.” (Motion: Liang, second: Harris)
2019-030 - Traffic - Add No Parking East side of Coe St, Sagamore St to Young St
Approve 2019-030 - Traffic - Add No Parking East side of Coe St, Sagamore St to Young St
Motion by Councillor Liang, Seconded by Councillor Harris Motion
From the minutes
“2019-030 - Traffic - Add No Parking East side of Coe St, Sagamore St to Young St Motion by Councillor Harris to waive the reading Positive recommendation made by Ordinance Committee Chairman Councillor Liang Motion by Councillor Liang, Seconded by Councillor Harris Motion Passed by 9-0 Roll Call Vote.” (Motion: Liang, second: Harris)
2019-031 - Traffic - Add 2 Hour Parking both sides of Lunt St, Billings Rd to Albion Rd
Approve 2019-031 - Traffic - Add 2 Hour Parking both sides of Lunt St, Billings Rd to Albion Rd
Motion by Councillor Liang, Seconded by Councillor Harris Motion
From the minutes
“2019-031 - Traffic - Add 2 Hour Parking both sides of Lunt St, Billings Rd to Albion Rd Motion by Councillor Harris to waive the reading Positive recommendation made by Ordinance Committee Chairman Councillor Liang Motion by Councillor Liang, Seconded by Councillor Harris Motion Passed by 9-0 Roll Call Vote.” (Motion: Liang, second: Harris)
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