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February 24, 2020
28 recorded votes, 11 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Noel DiBona, William Harris, Anne Mahoney, David McCarthy, Charles Phelan, Brian Palmucci, Brad Croall
Absent: Ian Cain, Nina Liang
During the meeting:
- Brad Croall arrived after the meeting began (at 8:00 pm.).
Every vote, in order
2020-043 - Land - Abandonment/Easements - 52-64 Warren Avenue & 118 Old Colony Avenue
Approve 2020-043 - Land - Abandonment/Easements - 52-64 Warren Avenue & 118 Old Colony Avenue
Motion to approve by Councillor Phelan, Seconded by Councillor McCarthy
The minutes say Brad Croall arrived after the meeting began; the count (6-0) leaves this councillor out, so this councillor is not shown as voting.
From the minutes
“2020-043 - Land - Abandonment/Easements - 52-64 Warren Avenue & 118 Old Colony Avenue Easement was requested by the DPW to create one easement for utilities and drainage to increase capacity This order completes the easement approved on CO#2020-035 - Land - Easement - 52-64 Warren Avenue & 118 Old Colony Avenue on February 3, 2020 Motion to approve by Councillor Phelan, Seconded by Councillor McCarthy The motion was approved by 6-0 Roll Call Vote.” (Motion: Phelan, second: McCarthy)
2020-044 - Appropriation - $250,000 Fire Department New Firefighter Recruits Turnout Gear
Approve 2020-044 - Appropriation - $250,000 Fire Department New Firefighter Recruits Turnout Gear
Motion to approve by Councillor Harris, Seconded by Councillor DiBona
The minutes say Brad Croall arrived after the meeting began; the count (6-0) leaves this councillor out, so this councillor is not shown as voting.
From the minutes
“2020-044 - Appropriation - $250,000 Fire Department New Firefighter Recruits Turnout Gear - Mayor Koch Current available Free Cash $2,585,045 after tonight appropriations free cash balance will be $2,045,000 Firefighter turnout gear for the thirty-five new recruits sworn in on February 21, 2020 Motion to approve by Councillor Harris, Seconded by Councillor DiBona The motion was approved by 6-0 Roll Call Vote.” (Motion: Harris, second: DiBona)
2020-045 - Appropriation - $270,000 FEMA Grant Local Match for New Fire Engine
Approve 2020-045 - Appropriation - $270,000 FEMA Grant Local Match for New Fire Engine
Motion to approve by Councillor Harris, Seconded by Councillor Phelan
From the minutes
“2020-045 - Appropriation - $270,000 FEMA Grant Local Match for New Fire Engine - Mayor Koch Joseph Jackson, Operations Deputy Chief - Quincy Fire Department addressed the body and reviewed the FEMA grant of $545,000 for New Engine II North Quincy, $270,000 is for the outfitting the new engine Motion to approve by Councillor Harris, Seconded by Councillor Phelan The motion was approved by 7-0 Roll Call Vote.” (Motion: Harris, second: Phelan)
2020-046 - Appropriation - $65,000 for Election Costs for 2020 Presidential Primary Election
Approve 2020-046 - Appropriation - $65,000 for Election Costs for 2020 Presidential Primary Election
Motion to approve by Councillor McCarthy, Seconded by Councillor Harris
From the minutes
“2020-046 - Appropriation - $65,000 for Election Costs for 2020 Presidential Primary Election - Mayor Koch City Clerk Crispo explained that the increase in minimum wage, 5 days of mandated early voting and a delay in state reimbursement funding have created the need for additional funding Motion to approve by Councillor McCarthy, Seconded by Councillor Harris The motion was approved by 7-0 Roll Call Vote.” (Motion: McCarthy, second: Harris)
2020-047 - Appropriation - $3,000,000 Broad Meadows Middle School Phase 1 Coastal Vulnerability Protection and...
Refer to Finance Committee and Advertise: 2020-047 - Appropriation - $3,000,000 Broad Meadows Middle School Phase 1 Coastal Vulnerability Protection and Building Improvements
Councillor McCarthy Motion to refer to Finance Committee and Advertise by Councillor McCarthy, Seconded by Councillor Harris
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
“2020-047 - Appropriation - $3,000,000 Broad Meadows Middle School Phase 1 Coastal Vulnerability Protection and Building Improvements - Mayor Koch Motion to waive the reading by Councillor McCarthy Motion to refer to Finance Committee and Advertise by Councillor McCarthy, Seconded by Councillor Harris Yeas have it.” (Motion: McCarthy, second: Harris)
2020-048 - Order - Municipal School Building Authority Statement of Interest the Squantum Elementary School
Approve 2020-048 - Order - Municipal School Building Authority Statement of Interest the Squantum Elementary School
Councillor Harris Motion to approve by Councillor Harris, Seconded by Councillor Phelan
From the minutes
“2020-048 - Order - Municipal School Building Authority Statement of Interest the Squantum Elementary School - Mayor Koch, Councillor Harris Motion to approve by Councillor Harris, Seconded by Councillor Phelan The motion was approved by 7-0 Roll Call Vote.” (Motion: Harris, second: Phelan)
2020-049 - Order - Nominations for Park & Recreation Board Appointments
Nominate Paul Bergoli: 2020-049 - Order - Nominations for Park & Recreation Board Appointments
Motion to nominate Paul Bergoli to the Park & Recreation Board by Councillor Phelan
The minutes do not name a seconder.
From the minutes
“2020-049 - Order - Nominations for Park & Recreation Board Appointments - President Liang Councillor Palmucci opened nominations for the 1st Park & Recreation Board Appointment Motion by Councillor Phelan nominating Paul Bergoli to the Park & Recreation Board Councillor Palmucci closed nominations Motion to nominate Paul Bergoli to the Park & Recreation Board by Councillor Phelan The motion was approved by 7-0 Roll Call Vote.” (Motion: Phelan)
Nominate Kevin Esdale: 2020-049 - Order - Nominations for Park & Recreation Board Appointments
Motion to nominate Kevin Esdale to the Park & Recreation Board by Councillor Phelan
The minutes do not name a seconder.
From the minutes
“Motion to nominate Kevin Esdale to the Park & Recreation Board by Councillor Phelan The motion was approved by 7-0 Roll Call Vote.” (Motion: Phelan)
Nominate Thomas Lester: 2020-049 - Order - Nominations for Park & Recreation Board Appointments
Motion to nominate Thomas Lester to the Park & Recreation Board by Councillor Phelan
The minutes do not name a seconder.
From the minutes
“Motion to nominate Thomas Lester to the Park & Recreation Board by Councillor Phelan The motion was approved by 7-0 Roll Call Vote.” (Motion: Phelan)
2020-050 - Order - Home-Rule Petition - An Act Establishing a Special Account for the City of Quincy Traffic and...
Refer to Ordinance Committee and Advertise: 2020-050 - Order - Home-Rule Petition - An Act Establishing a Special Account for the City of Quincy Traffic and Parking Rehabilitation and Improvement Fund
Councillor Palmucci Motion to refer to Ordinance Committee and Advertise by Councillor Palmucci, Seconded by Councillor Phelan
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
“2020-050 - Order - Home-Rule Petition - An Act Establishing a Special Account for the City of Quincy Traffic and Parking Rehabilitation and Improvement Fund - Councillor Palmucci Motion to refer to Ordinance Committee and Advertise by Councillor Palmucci, Seconded by Councillor Phelan Yeas have it.” (Motion: Palmucci, second: Phelan)
2020-051 - Ordinance - Amending Title 5 Business Licenses and Regulations adding Section 5.06 - Business Certificates
Refer to Ordinance Committee and Advertise by Councillor: 2020-051 - Ordinance - Amending Title 5 Business Licenses and Regulations adding Section 5.06 - Business Certificates
Councillor Palmucci Motion to refer to Ordinance Committee and Advertise by Councillor by Councillor Harris, Seconded by Councillor Croall
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
“2020-051 - Ordinance - Amending Title 5 Business Licenses and Regulations adding Section 5.06 - Business Certificates - Councillor Palmucci Motion to refer to Ordinance Committee and Advertise by Councillor by Councillor Harris, Seconded by Councillor Croall Yeas have it.” (Motion: Harris, second: Croall)
2020-052 - Ordinance -Amending Title 13 Public Services Chapter 13.12 Utilities - Small Cells
Refer to Ordinance Committee and Advertise: 2020-052 - Ordinance -Amending Title 13 Public Services Chapter 13.12 Utilities - Small Cells
Motion to refer to Ordinance Committee and Advertise by Councillor Harris, Seconded by Councillor McCarthy
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
“2020-052 - Ordinance -Amending Title 13 Public Services Chapter 13.12 Utilities - Small Cells - Mayor Koch Motion to refer to Ordinance Committee and Advertise by Councillor Harris, Seconded by Councillor McCarthy Yeas have it.” (Motion: Harris, second: McCarthy)
2020-053 - Gift - $2,900.00 from Various Donors for D.A.R.E.
Pass 2020-053 - Gift - $2,900.00 from Various Donors for D.A.R.E.
Motion for passage by Councillor Harris, Seconded by Councillor DiBona
From the minutes
“2020-053 - Gift - $2,900.00 from Various Donors for D.A.R.E. - Mayor Koch Councillor Harris requested a Thank you be sent Motion for passage by Councillor Harris, Seconded by Councillor DiBona The motion was approved by 7-0 Roll Call Vote.” (Motion: Harris, second: DiBona)
2020-054 - Resolve - City's Ongoing Opiate Litigation Update
Approve and refer to Public Safety Committee: 2020-054 - Resolve - City's Ongoing Opiate Litigation Update
Councillor Palmucci Motion to approve and refer to Public Safety Committee by Councillor Phelan, Seconded by Councillor Harris Councillor Palmucci requested that this update also include D.A.R.E. Fund/Gift usage
From the minutes
“2020-054 - Resolve - City's Ongoing Opiate Litigation Update - Councillor Palmucci Motion to approve and refer to Public Safety Committee by Councillor Phelan, Seconded by Councillor Harris Councillor Palmucci requested that this update also include D.A.R.E. Fund/Gift usage The motion was approved by 7-0 Roll Call Vote.” (Motion: Phelan, second: Harris)
2020-055 - Resolve - Seeking Additional Information on Proposed Public Safety Headquarters Park
Approve and refer to Ordinance Committee: 2020-055 - Resolve - Seeking Additional Information on Proposed Public Safety Headquarters Park
Councillor Mahoney Motion to approve and refer to Ordinance Committee by Councillor Mahoney, Seconded by Councillor Palmucci
From the minutes
“2020-055 - Resolve - Seeking Additional Information on Proposed Public Safety Headquarters Park - Councillor Palmucci, Councillor Liang, Councillor Mahoney Motion to approve and refer to Ordinance Committee by Councillor Mahoney, Seconded by Councillor Palmucci The motion was approved by 7-0 Roll Call Vote.” (Motion: Mahoney, second: Palmucci)
Approval of the February 3, 2020 Meeting Minutes
Approve the minutes of February 3, 2020
Motion for approval by Councillor Croall, Seconded by Councillor McCarthy
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
“Approval of the February 3, 2020 Meeting Minutes Motion for approval by Councillor Croall, Seconded by Councillor McCarthy Yeas have it The minutes are approved as circulated.” (Motion: Croall, second: McCarthy)
2020-033 - Appropriation - $817,961 for MWRA Infiltration and Inflow (I/I) Reduction Program Phase 11 Allocation
Approve 2020-033 - Appropriation - $817,961 for MWRA Infiltration and Inflow (I/I) Reduction Program Phase 11 Allocation
Chairman Councillor McCarthy Motion to approve by Councillor McCarthy, Seconded by Councillor Phelan Motion
From the minutes
“2020-033 - Appropriation - $817,961 for MWRA Infiltration and Inflow (I/I) Reduction Program Phase 11 Allocation Positive Recommendation made by Finance Committee Chairman Councillor McCarthy Motion to approve by Councillor McCarthy, Seconded by Councillor Phelan Motion Passed by 7-0 Roll Call.” (Motion: McCarthy, second: Phelan)
2020-034 - Appropriation - $4,330,000 for MWRA Infiltration and Inflow (I/I) Reduction Program Phase 12 Allocation
Approve 2020-034 - Appropriation - $4,330,000 for MWRA Infiltration and Inflow (I/I) Reduction Program Phase 12 Allocation
Chairman Councillor McCarthy Motion to approve by Councillor McCarthy, Seconded by Councillor Harris Motion
From the minutes
“2020-034 - Appropriation - $4,330,000 for MWRA Infiltration and Inflow (I/I) Reduction Program Phase 12 Allocation Positive Recommendation made by Finance Committee Chairman Councillor McCarthy Motion to approve by Councillor McCarthy, Seconded by Councillor Harris Motion Passed by 7-0 Roll Call.” (Motion: McCarthy, second: Harris)
2020-023 - Utility - Grant of Location - Mass. Electric - Verizon - Watkins Street
Approve 2020-023 - Utility - Grant of Location - Mass. Electric - Verizon - Watkins Street
Chairman Councillor Harris Motion to approve by Councillor Harris, Seconded by Councillor Phelan Motion
The minutes say Brad Croall arrived after the meeting began; the count (6-0) leaves this councillor out, so this councillor is not shown as voting.
From the minutes
“2020-023 - Utility - Grant of Location - Mass. Electric - Verizon - Watkins Street Positive Recommendation made by Public Works Committee Chairman Councillor Harris Motion to approve by Councillor Harris, Seconded by Councillor Phelan Motion Passed by 6-0.” (Motion: Harris, second: Phelan)
2020-024 - Utility - Grant of Location - National Grid Gas - Newbury Avenue
Approve 2020-024 - Utility - Grant of Location - National Grid Gas - Newbury Avenue
Chairman Councillor Harris Motion to approve by Councillor Harris, Seconded by Councillor Phelan Motion
From the minutes
“2020-024 - Utility - Grant of Location - National Grid Gas - Newbury Avenue Positive Recommendation made by Public Works Committee Chairman Councillor Harris Motion to approve by Councillor Harris, Seconded by Councillor Phelan Motion Passed by 7-0.” (Motion: Harris, second: Phelan)
2020-025 - Traffic - Add Handicap Parking at 117 Merrymount Road
Approve 2020-025 - Traffic - Add Handicap Parking at 117 Merrymount Road
Chairman Councillor Mahoney Motion to approve by Councillor Mahoney, Seconded by Councillor Croall Motion
From the minutes
“2020-025 - Traffic - Add Handicap Parking at 117 Merrymount Road - Councillor McCarthy Positive Recommendation made by Ordinance Committee Chairman Councillor Mahoney Motion to approve by Councillor Mahoney, Seconded by Councillor Croall Motion Passed by 7-0 Roll Call.” (Motion: Mahoney, second: Croall)
2020-026 - Traffic - Remove Handicap Parking at 4 Alton Road
Approve 2020-026 - Traffic - Remove Handicap Parking at 4 Alton Road
Chairman Councillor Mahoney Motion to approve by Councillor Mahoney, Seconded by Councillor Croall Motion
From the minutes
“2020-026 - Traffic - Remove Handicap Parking at 4 Alton Road - Councillor Croall Positive Recommendation made by Ordinance Committee Chairman Councillor Mahoney Motion to approve by Councillor Mahoney, Seconded by Councillor Croall Motion Passed by 7-0 Roll Call.” (Motion: Mahoney, second: Croall)
2020-027 - Traffic - Remove Handicap Parking at 12 Sunnyside Rd
Approve 2020-027 - Traffic - Remove Handicap Parking at 12 Sunnyside Rd
Chairman Councillor Mahoney Motion to approve by Councillor Mahoney, Seconded by Councillor McCarthy Motion
From the minutes
“2020-027 - Traffic - Remove Handicap Parking at 12 Sunnyside Rd - Councillor Palmucci Positive Recommendation made by Ordinance Committee Chairman Councillor Mahoney Motion to approve by Councillor Mahoney, Seconded by Councillor McCarthy Motion Passed by 7-0 Roll Call.” (Motion: Mahoney, second: McCarthy)
2020-028 - Traffic - Add No Left Turn Granite St to Lark Street, 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM, 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Approve 2020-028 - Traffic - Add No Left Turn Granite St to Lark Street, 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM, 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Chairman Councillor Mahoney Motion to approve by Councillor Mahoney, Seconded by Councillor Croall Motion
From the minutes
“2020-028 - Traffic - Add No Left Turn Granite St to Lark Street, 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM, 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM - Councillor Palmucci Positive Recommendation made by Ordinance Committee Chairman Councillor Mahoney Motion to approve by Councillor Mahoney, Seconded by Councillor Croall Motion Passed by 7-0 Roll Call.” (Motion: Mahoney, second: Croall)
2020-029 - Traffic - Add No Right Turn Granite St to Lark Street, 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM, 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Approve 2020-029 - Traffic - Add No Right Turn Granite St to Lark Street, 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM, 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Chairman Councillor Mahoney Motion to approve by Councillor Mahoney, Seconded by Councillor Croall Motion
From the minutes
“2020-029 - Traffic - Add No Right Turn Granite St to Lark Street, 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM, 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM - Councillor Palmucci Positive Recommendation made by Ordinance Committee Chairman Councillor Mahoney Motion to approve by Councillor Mahoney, Seconded by Councillor Croall Motion Passed by 7-0 Roll Call.” (Motion: Mahoney, second: Croall)
2020-030 - Traffic - Add One Way Centre Street, Copeland St to West St
Approve 2020-030 - Traffic - Add One Way Centre Street, Copeland St to West St
Chairman Councillor Mahoney Motion to approve by Councillor Mahoney, Seconded by Councillor Croall Motion
From the minutes
“2020-030 - Traffic - Add One Way Centre Street, Copeland St to West St - Councillor Palmucci Positive Recommendation made by Ordinance Committee Chairman Councillor Mahoney Motion to approve by Councillor Mahoney, Seconded by Councillor Croall Motion Passed by 7-0 Roll Call.” (Motion: Mahoney, second: Croall)
2020-031 - Traffic - Add Handicap Parking at 50 Euclid Ave
Approve 2020-031 - Traffic - Add Handicap Parking at 50 Euclid Ave
Chairman Councillor Mahoney Motion to approve by Councillor Mahoney, Seconded by Councillor Croall Motion
From the minutes
“2020-031 - Traffic - Add Handicap Parking at 50 Euclid Ave - Councillor Phelan Positive Recommendation made by Ordinance Committee Chairman Councillor Mahoney Motion to approve by Councillor Mahoney, Seconded by Councillor Croall Motion Passed by 7-0 Roll Call.” (Motion: Mahoney, second: Croall)
2020-032 - Traffic - Add No Parking, East side of Holmes St, Burgess St to Hayward St
Approve 2020-032 - Traffic - Add No Parking, East side of Holmes St, Burgess St to Hayward St
Chairman Councillor Mahoney Motion to approve by Councillor Mahoney, Seconded by Councillor Croall Motion
From the minutes
“2020-032 - Traffic - Add No Parking, East side of Holmes St, Burgess St to Hayward St - Councillor Harris Positive Recommendation made by Ordinance Committee Chairman Councillor Mahoney Motion to approve by Councillor Mahoney, Seconded by Councillor Croall Motion Passed by 7-0 Roll Call.” (Motion: Mahoney, second: Croall)
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