MassVoter.com← Quincy City CouncilQuincy City Council · 2018–2019 Council · Regular meeting
December 2, 2019
15 recorded votes, 15 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Brad Croall, Noel DiBona, Kirsten Hughes, Nina Liang, Anne Mahoney, David McCarthy, Brian Palmucci
Absent: Ian Cain, William Harris
Every vote, in order
2019-185 - Appropriation - $2,240,000.00 to Community Preservations Accounts
Pass 2019-185 - Appropriation - $2,240,000.00 to Community Preservations Accounts
Motion for passage by Councillor Cain, Seconded by Councillor McCarthy
The minutes give the count as 8-0, but the attendance line names only 7 councillors (Brad Croall, Noel DiBona, Kirsten Hughes, Nina Liang, Anne Mahoney, David McCarthy and Brian Palmucci); Ian Cain and William Harris are not on it. Showing the count only. The minutes name Ian Cain as the mover, but Ian Cain is not on the attendance line, so no mover is shown.
From the minutes
“2019-185 - Appropriation - $2,240,000.00 to Community Preservations Accounts - Mayor Koch Motion by Councillor Cain to waive the reading Motion for passage by Councillor Cain, Seconded by Councillor McCarthy The motion was approved by 8-0 Roll Call Vote.” (second: McCarthy)
2019-186 - Appropriation - $4,152,521.86 for Short Term and Long-Term Debt from District Improvement Fund (DIF)
Pass 2019-186 - Appropriation - $4,152,521.86 for Short Term and Long-Term Debt from District Improvement Fund (DIF)
Motion for passage by Councillor Cain, Seconded by Councillor McCarthy
The minutes give the count as 8-0, but the attendance line names only 7 councillors (Brad Croall, Noel DiBona, Kirsten Hughes, Nina Liang, Anne Mahoney, David McCarthy and Brian Palmucci); Ian Cain and William Harris are not on it. Showing the count only. The minutes name Ian Cain as the mover, but Ian Cain is not on the attendance line, so no mover is shown.
From the minutes
“2019-186 - Appropriation - $4,152,521.86 for Short Term and Long-Term Debt from District Improvement Fund (DIF) - Mayor Koch Motion by Councillor Cain to waive the reading Motion for passage by Councillor Cain, Seconded by Councillor McCarthy The motion was approved by 8-0 Roll Call Vote.” (second: McCarthy)
2019-187 - Appropriation - $2,900,000.00 to General Fund from Free Cash to Reduce Tax Rate
Pass 2019-187 - Appropriation - $2,900,000.00 to General Fund from Free Cash to Reduce Tax Rate
Motion for passage by Councillor Cain, Seconded by Councillor McCarthy Councillor Palmucci questioned if the Council had the option to increase this amount and the body doesn't not have the power to increase
The minutes give the count as 8-0, but the attendance line names only 7 councillors (Brad Croall, Noel DiBona, Kirsten Hughes, Nina Liang, Anne Mahoney, David McCarthy and Brian Palmucci); Ian Cain and William Harris are not on it. Showing the count only. The minutes name Ian Cain as the mover, but Ian Cain is not on the attendance line, so no mover is shown.
From the minutes
“2019-187 - Appropriation - $2,900,000.00 to General Fund from Free Cash to Reduce Tax Rate - Mayor Koch Motion for passage by Councillor Cain, Seconded by Councillor McCarthy Councillor Palmucci questioned if the Council had the option to increase this amount and the body doesn't not have the power to increase The motion was approved by 8-0 Roll Call Vote.” (second: McCarthy)
2019-188 - Appropriation - $1,815,111.10 to various FY20 Accounts from Previous Years Encumbrances
Pass 2019-188 - Appropriation - $1,815,111.10 to various FY20 Accounts from Previous Years Encumbrances
Motion for passage by Councillor Cain, Seconded by Councillor McCarthy
The minutes give the count as 8-0, but the attendance line names only 7 councillors (Brad Croall, Noel DiBona, Kirsten Hughes, Nina Liang, Anne Mahoney, David McCarthy and Brian Palmucci); Ian Cain and William Harris are not on it. Showing the count only. The minutes name Ian Cain as the mover, but Ian Cain is not on the attendance line, so no mover is shown.
From the minutes
“2019-188 - Appropriation - $1,815,111.10 to various FY20 Accounts from Previous Years Encumbrances - Mayor Koch Motion by Councillor Cain to waive the reading Motion for passage by Councillor Cain, Seconded by Councillor McCarthy The motion was approved by 8-0 Roll Call Vote.” (second: McCarthy)
2019-189 - Appropriation - $2,585,044.00 to various funds from Free Cash in accordance with Financial Policies
Pass 2019-189 - Appropriation - $2,585,044.00 to various funds from Free Cash in accordance with Financial Policies
Motion for passage by Councillor Cain, Seconded by Councillor McCarthy
The minutes give only the count (6-2), not how each councillor voted. 7 councillors were present. The minutes name Ian Cain as the mover, but Ian Cain is not on the attendance line, so no mover is shown.
From the minutes
“2019-189 - Appropriation - $2,585,044.00 to various funds from Free Cash in accordance with Financial Policies - Mayor Koch Motion by Councillor Cain to waive the reading Motion for passage by Councillor Cain, Seconded by Councillor McCarthy The motion was approved by 6-2 Roll Call Vote.” (second: McCarthy)
2019-190 - Appropriation - Amending Council Order 2019-122
Passage stated that there was an over estimate, and this is an adjustment to reflect the amount we have received
Motion for passage by Councillor Hughes, Seconded by Councillor DiBona Eric Mason stated that there was an over estimate, and this is an adjustment to reflect the amount we have received
The minutes give the count as 8-0, but the attendance line names only 7 councillors (Brad Croall, Noel DiBona, Kirsten Hughes, Nina Liang, Anne Mahoney, David McCarthy and Brian Palmucci); Ian Cain and William Harris are not on it. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“2019-190 - Appropriation - Amending Council Order 2019-122 - Mayor Koch Motion for passage by Councillor Hughes, Seconded by Councillor DiBona Eric Mason stated that there was an over estimate, and this is an adjustment to reflect the amount we have received The motion was approved by 8-0 Roll Call Vote.” (Motion: Hughes, second: DiBona)
2019-191 - Adopting - Percentages of Local Tax by Each Class of Real & Personal Property for FY20
Pass 2019-191 - Adopting - Percentages of Local Tax by Each Class of Real & Personal Property for FY20
Motion for passage by Councillor Cain, Seconded by Councillor McCarthy
The minutes give the count as 8-0, but the attendance line names only 7 councillors (Brad Croall, Noel DiBona, Kirsten Hughes, Nina Liang, Anne Mahoney, David McCarthy and Brian Palmucci); Ian Cain and William Harris are not on it. Showing the count only. The minutes name Ian Cain as the mover, but Ian Cain is not on the attendance line, so no mover is shown.
From the minutes
“2019-191 - Adopting - Percentages of Local Tax by Each Class of Real & Personal Property for FY20 - Mayor Koch Motion by Councillor Cain to waive the reading Motion for passage by Councillor Cain, Seconded by Councillor McCarthy The motion was approved by 8-0 Roll Call Vote.” (second: McCarthy)
2019-192 - Adopting - Residential Factor of 87.5597 for FY20
Pass 2019-192 - Adopting - Residential Factor of 87.5597 for FY20
Motion for passage by Councillor Cain, Seconded by Councillor McCarthy
The minutes give only the count (7-1), not how each councillor voted. 7 councillors were present. The minutes name Ian Cain as the mover, but Ian Cain is not on the attendance line, so no mover is shown.
From the minutes
“2019-192 - Adopting - Residential Factor of 87.5597 for FY20 - Mayor Koch Motion by Councillor Cain to waive the reading Motion for passage by Councillor Cain, Seconded by Councillor McCarthy The motion was approved by 7-1 Roll Call Vote.” (second: McCarthy)
2019-193 - Order - Revocation of Quincy College Enterprise Fund
Pass 2019-193 - Order - Revocation of Quincy College Enterprise Fund
Motion for passage by Councillor Cain, Seconded by Councillor McCarthy
The minutes give the count as 8-0, but the attendance line names only 7 councillors (Brad Croall, Noel DiBona, Kirsten Hughes, Nina Liang, Anne Mahoney, David McCarthy and Brian Palmucci); Ian Cain and William Harris are not on it. Showing the count only. The minutes name Ian Cain as the mover, but Ian Cain is not on the attendance line, so no mover is shown.
From the minutes
“2019-193 - Order - Revocation of Quincy College Enterprise Fund - Mayor Koch Councillor Cain stated that this is a request of the DOR as the City no longer oversees College funds Motion for passage by Councillor Cain, Seconded by Councillor McCarthy The motion was approved by 8-0 Roll Call Vote.” (second: McCarthy)
2019-194 - Gift - $250.00 from M.J. Nicholls Landscaping, LLC. for D.A.R.E
Approve 2019-194 - Gift - $250.00 from M.J. Nicholls Landscaping, LLC. for D.A.R.E
Motion to approve by Councillor Cain, Seconded by Councillor McCarthy
The minutes give the count as 8-0, but the attendance line names only 7 councillors (Brad Croall, Noel DiBona, Kirsten Hughes, Nina Liang, Anne Mahoney, David McCarthy and Brian Palmucci); Ian Cain and William Harris are not on it. Showing the count only. The minutes name Ian Cain as the mover, but Ian Cain is not on the attendance line, so no mover is shown.
From the minutes
“2019-194 - Gift - $250.00 from M.J. Nicholls Landscaping, LLC. for D.A.R.E - Mayor Koch Motion by Councillor Cain to waive the reading Councillor Cain requested a Thank you be sent Motion to approve by Councillor Cain, Seconded by Councillor McCarthy The motion was approved by 8-0 Roll Call Vote.” (second: McCarthy)
2019-195 - Gift - $100.00 from Aquarius Estates Condominiums for Crime Prevention
Pass 2019-195 - Gift - $100.00 from Aquarius Estates Condominiums for Crime Prevention
Motion for passage by Councillor Cain, Seconded by Councillor McCarthy
The minutes give the count as 8-0, but the attendance line names only 7 councillors (Brad Croall, Noel DiBona, Kirsten Hughes, Nina Liang, Anne Mahoney, David McCarthy and Brian Palmucci); Ian Cain and William Harris are not on it. Showing the count only. The minutes name Ian Cain as the mover, but Ian Cain is not on the attendance line, so no mover is shown.
From the minutes
“2019-195 - Gift - $100.00 from Aquarius Estates Condominiums for Crime Prevention - Mayor Koch Motion by Councillor Cain to waive the reading Councillor Cain requested a Thank you be sent Motion for passage by Councillor Cain, Seconded by Councillor McCarthy The motion was approved by 8-0 Roll Call Vote.” (second: McCarthy)
Approval of November 18, 2019 Meeting Minutes
Approve the minutes of November 18, 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 November 18, 2019 Meeting Minutes Yeas have it The minutes are approved as circulated.”
2018-027 - Ordinance - Amending City of Quincy Zoning Ordinance, adding section 6.10 - Marijuana Establishments"
Approve 2018-027 - Ordinance - Amending City of Quincy Zoning Ordinance, adding section 6.10 - Marijuana Establishments"
Chairman Councillor Liang Motion to approve by Councillor Liang, Seconded by Councillor McCarthy Motion
The minutes give the count as 8-0, but the attendance line names only 7 councillors (Brad Croall, Noel DiBona, Kirsten Hughes, Nina Liang, Anne Mahoney, David McCarthy and Brian Palmucci); Ian Cain and William Harris are not on it. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“2018-027 - Ordinance - Amending City of Quincy Zoning Ordinance, adding section 6.10 - Marijuana Establishments" Positive Recommendation made by Ordinance Committee Chairman Councillor Liang Motion to approve by Councillor Liang, Seconded by Councillor McCarthy Motion Passed by 8-0 Roll Call.” (Motion: Liang, second: McCarthy)
2018-028 - Order - Accepting the sales tax provision of MGL Chapter 64N - Marijuana Tax, as amended by Chapter 55 of...
Approve 2018-028 - Order - Accepting the sales tax provision of MGL Chapter 64N - Marijuana Tax, as amended by Chapter 55 of the Acts of 2017
Chairman Councillor Liang Motion to approve by Councillor Liang, Seconded by Councillor Palmucci Motion
The minutes give the count as 8-0, but the attendance line names only 7 councillors (Brad Croall, Noel DiBona, Kirsten Hughes, Nina Liang, Anne Mahoney, David McCarthy and Brian Palmucci); Ian Cain and William Harris are not on it. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“2018-028 - Order - Accepting the sales tax provision of MGL Chapter 64N - Marijuana Tax, as amended by Chapter 55 of the Acts of 2017 Positive Recommendation made by Ordinance Committee Chairman Councillor Liang Motion to approve by Councillor Liang, Seconded by Councillor Palmucci Motion Passed by 8-0 Roll Call.” (Motion: Liang, second: Palmucci)
2019-125 - Ordinance - Amending Title 18 Environmental Protection - Adding Chapter 18.30 - Disposable Plastic Retail...
Approve 2019-125 - Ordinance - Amending Title 18 Environmental Protection - Adding Chapter 18.30 - Disposable Plastic Retail Shopping Bags
Chairman Councillor Liang Motion to approve by Councillor Liang, Seconded by Councillor Palmucci Motion
The minutes give the count as 8-0, but the attendance line names only 7 councillors (Brad Croall, Noel DiBona, Kirsten Hughes, Nina Liang, Anne Mahoney, David McCarthy and Brian Palmucci); Ian Cain and William Harris are not on it. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“2019-125 - Ordinance - Amending Title 18 Environmental Protection - Adding Chapter 18.30 - Disposable Plastic Retail Shopping Bags Positive Recommendation made by Ordinance Committee Chairman Councillor Liang Motion to approve by Councillor Liang, Seconded by Councillor Palmucci Motion Passed by 8-0 Roll Call.” (Motion: Liang, second: Palmucci)
From the official minutes kept by the Quincy City Clerk (agendas and minutes). From the Quincy City Council’s official minutes, posted on the city’s City Council agendas and minutes page (2025 on) and in its meeting minutes archive (earlier years). We check every vote against the councillors present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. MassVoter never grades officials; votes and attendance are shown exactly as the minutes record them. Councillor photos: BallotReady candidate profiles (Anne Mahoney, Noel DiBona, Ziqiang Yuan, Richard Ash, Deborah Riley), the Green Voter Guide MA (Maggie McKee) and Quincy Access Television, November 2025 candidate messages (David Jacobs, Walter Hubley, Virginia Ryan). Former councillors show initials.
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