MassVoter.com← Quincy City CouncilQuincy City Council · 2020–2021 Council · Regular meeting
April 13, 2020
15 recorded votes, 5 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Ian Cain, Brad Croall, Noel DiBona, William Harris, Anne Mahoney, David McCarthy, Charles Phelan, Brian Palmucci, Nina Liang
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
2020-072 - Ordinance - Change in Zoning Classification of 162 Old Colony Avenue
Refer to Ordinance Committee and Advertising: 2020-072 - Ordinance - Change in Zoning Classification of 162 Old Colony Avenue
Motion to refer to Ordinance Committee and Advertising by Councillor Phelan, 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
“2020-072 - Ordinance - Change in Zoning Classification of 162 Old Colony Avenue - Mayor Koch Councillor Phelan addressed the Council and described the need to change the zoning. Motion to refer to Ordinance Committee and Advertising by Councillor Phelan, Seconded by Councillor McCarthy Yeas have it.” (Motion: Phelan, second: McCarthy)
2020-073 - Gift - $500.00 from Various Donors for D.A.R.E.
Pass 2020-073 - Gift - $500.00 from Various Donors for D.A.R.E.
Motion for passage by Councillor McCarthy, Seconded by Councillor DiBona
From the minutes
“2020-073 - Gift - $500.00 from Various Donors for D.A.R.E. - Mayor Koch Councillor McCarthy requested a Thank you be sent Motion for passage by Councillor McCarthy, Seconded by Councillor DiBona The motion was approved by 9-0 Roll Call Vote.” (Motion: McCarthy, second: DiBona)
2020-074 - Resolve - Update on the FoxRock LDA
Passage and to refer to Oversight and Downtown Committee: 2020-074 - Resolve - Update on the FoxRock LDA
Motion for passage and to refer to Oversight and Downtown Committee by Councillor Mahoney, Seconded by Councillor Palmucci
From the minutes
“2020-074 - Resolve - Update on the FoxRock LDA Motion by Councillor Mahoney to waive the reading Motion for passage and to refer to Oversight and Downtown Committee by Councillor Mahoney, Seconded by Councillor Palmucci The motion was approved by 9-0 Roll Call Vote.” (Motion: Mahoney, second: Palmucci)
Approval of the March 9, 2020 Meeting Minutes
Approve the minutes of March 9, 2020
Motion for approval by Councillor McCarthy, 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
“Approval of the March 9, 2020 Meeting Minutes Motion for approval by Councillor McCarthy, Seconded by Councillor Phelan Yeas have it The minutes are approved as circulated.” (Motion: McCarthy, second: Phelan)
Approval of the March 20, 2020 Meeting Minutes
Approve the minutes of March 20, 2020
Motion for approval by Councillor Phelan, 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 March 20, 2020 Meeting Minutes Motion for approval by Councillor Phelan, Seconded by Councillor McCarthy Yeas have it The minutes are approved as circulated.” (Motion: Phelan, second: McCarthy)
Approval of the April 6, 2020 Meeting Minutes
Approve the minutes of April 6, 2020
Motion for approval by Councillor Phelan, 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 April 6, 2020 Meeting Minutes Motion for approval by Councillor Phelan, Seconded by Councillor McCarthy Yeas have it The minutes are approved as circulated.” (Motion: Phelan, second: McCarthy)
2020-062 - Traffic - Add Do Not Enter at Calvin Rd at Calvin Rd, 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM, 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM, School Days
Approve 2020-062 - Traffic - Add Do Not Enter at Calvin Rd at Calvin Rd, 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM, 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM, School Days
Chairman Councillor Mahoney Motion to approve by Councillor McCarthy, Seconded by Councillor Phelan Motion
From the minutes
“2020-062 - Traffic - Add Do Not Enter at Calvin Rd at Calvin Rd, 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM, 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM, School Days Positive Recommendation made by Ordinance Committee Chairman Councillor Mahoney Motion to approve by Councillor McCarthy, Seconded by Councillor Phelan Motion Passed by 9-0 Roll Call.” (Motion: McCarthy, second: Phelan)
2020-063 - Traffic - Add Two Way Stop on Frederick St and Adele Rd at Bunker Hill Ln
Approve 2020-063 - Traffic - Add Two Way Stop on Frederick St and Adele Rd at Bunker Hill Ln
Chairman Councillor Mahoney Motion to approve by Councillor Phelan, Seconded by Councillor McCarthy Motion
From the minutes
“2020-063 - Traffic - Add Two Way Stop on Frederick St and Adele Rd at Bunker Hill Ln Positive Recommendation made by Ordinance Committee Chairman Councillor Mahoney Motion to approve by Councillor Phelan, Seconded by Councillor McCarthy Motion Passed by 9-0 Roll Call.” (Motion: Phelan, second: McCarthy)
2020-064 - Traffic - Add Do Not Enters from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM at -Willow Avenue, Anderson Road, Oakland Avenue...
Approve 2020-064 - Traffic - Add Do Not Enters from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM at -Willow Avenue, Anderson Road, Oakland Avenue, George Road and Morley Street intersecting with...
Chairman Councillor Mahoney Motion to approve by Councillor Mahoney, Seconded by Councillor Harris Motion
From the minutes
“2020-064 - Traffic - Add Do Not Enters from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM at -Willow Avenue, Anderson Road, Oakland Avenue, George Road and Morley Street intersecting with Furnace Brook Parkway Positive Recommendation made by Ordinance Committee Chairman Councillor Mahoney Motion to approve by Councillor Mahoney, Seconded by Councillor Harris Motion Passed by 9-0 Roll Call.” (Motion: Mahoney, second: Harris)
2020-065 - Traffic - Add Handicap Loading Zone at 42 Willow Ave
Approve 2020-065 - Traffic - Add Handicap Loading Zone at 42 Willow Ave
Chairman Councillor Mahoney Motion to approve by Councillor Mahoney, Seconded by Councillor Phelan Motion
From the minutes
“2020-065 - Traffic - Add Handicap Loading Zone at 42 Willow Ave Positive Recommendation made by Ordinance Committee Chairman Councillor Mahoney Motion to approve by Councillor Mahoney, Seconded by Councillor Phelan Motion Passed by 9-0 Roll Call.” (Motion: Mahoney, second: Phelan)
2020-066 - Traffic - Add Do Not Enters from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM at - Cedar Street, Willow Avenue and George Road...
Approve 2020-066 - Traffic - Add Do Not Enters from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM at - Cedar Street, Willow Avenue and George Road intersecting with Newport Avenue
Chairman Councillor Mahoney Motion to approve by Councillor Mahoney, Seconded by Councillor Phelan Motion
From the minutes
“2020-066 - Traffic - Add Do Not Enters from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM at - Cedar Street, Willow Avenue and George Road intersecting with Newport Avenue Positive Recommendation made by Ordinance Committee Chairman Councillor Mahoney Motion to approve by Councillor Mahoney, Seconded by Councillor Phelan Motion Passed by 9-0 Roll Call.” (Motion: Mahoney, second: Phelan)
2020-067 - Traffic - Add No Parking on the north side of Kemper St, Elm Ave to Waterston Ave
Approve 2020-067 - Traffic - Add No Parking on the north side of Kemper St, Elm Ave to Waterston Ave
Chairman Councillor Mahoney Motion to approve by Councillor Mahoney, Seconded by Councillor Phelan Motion
From the minutes
“2020-067 - Traffic - Add No Parking on the north side of Kemper St, Elm Ave to Waterston Ave Positive Recommendation made by Ordinance Committee Chairman Councillor Mahoney Motion to approve by Councillor Mahoney, Seconded by Councillor Phelan Motion Passed by 9-0 Roll Call.” (Motion: Mahoney, second: Phelan)
2020-068 - Traffic - Add 2 Hr. Parking on the south side of Kemper St, Elm Ave to Waterston Ave
Approve 2020-068 - Traffic - Add 2 Hr. Parking on the south side of Kemper St, Elm Ave to Waterston Ave
Chairman Councillor Mahoney Motion to approve by Councillor Mahoney, Seconded by Councillor Phelan Motion
From the minutes
“2020-068 - Traffic - Add 2 Hr. Parking on the south side of Kemper St, Elm Ave to Waterston Ave Positive Recommendation made by Ordinance Committee Chairman Councillor Mahoney Motion to approve by Councillor Mahoney, Seconded by Councillor Phelan Motion Passed by 9-0 Roll Call.” (Motion: Mahoney, second: Phelan)
2020-047 - Appropriation - $3,000,000 Broad Meadows Middle School Phase 1Coastal Vulnerability Protection and...
Approve 2020-047 - Appropriation - $3,000,000 Broad Meadows Middle School Phase 1Coastal Vulnerability Protection and Building Improvements
Chairman Councillor McCarthy Motion to approve by Councillor McCarthy, Seconded by Councillor Harris Motion
The minutes give only the count (7-1), not how each councillor voted. 9 councillors were present.
From the minutes
“2020-047 - Appropriation - $3,000,000 Broad Meadows Middle School Phase 1Coastal Vulnerability Protection and Building Improvements Positive Recommendation made by Finance Committee Chairman Councillor McCarthy Motion to approve by Councillor McCarthy, Seconded by Councillor Harris Motion Passed by 7-1.” (Motion: McCarthy, second: Harris)
2020-070 - Appropriation - $680,000 from Sewer and Drainage Rehabilitation Fund for Repairs/Upgrades
Approve 2020-070 - Appropriation - $680,000 from Sewer and Drainage Rehabilitation Fund for Repairs/Upgrades
Chairman Councillor McCarthy Motion to approve by Councillor McCarthy, Seconded by Councillor Phelan Motion
From the minutes
“2020-070 - Appropriation - $680,000 from Sewer and Drainage Rehabilitation Fund for Repairs/Upgrades to the Tide Gate and Drainage Collection System in Beachwood Knoll School, Fenno St & Sims Rd Area Positive Recommendation made by Finance Committee Chairman Councillor McCarthy Motion to approve by Councillor McCarthy, Seconded by Councillor Phelan Motion Passed by 9-0 Roll Call.” (Motion: McCarthy, second: Phelan)
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