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December 13, 2021
10 recorded votes, 3 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: Anthony Andronico, Ian Cain, Noel DiBona, William Harris, Nina Liang, Anne Mahoney, David McCarthy, Brian Palmucci, Charles Phelan
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
2021-079 - Ordinance- Amending Chapter 375 - Zoning - Section 8.3 - Quincy Center Districts - Use of Public Spaces...
Approve 2021-079 - Ordinance- Amending Chapter 375 - Zoning - Section 8.3 - Quincy Center Districts - Use of Public Spaces in the Quincy Center District
Motion to approve by Councillor Palmucci, Seconded by Councillor McCarthy
The minutes give the count as 8-0, but 9 councillors were present for this vote (Anthony Andronico, Ian Cain, Noel DiBona, William Harris, Nina Liang, Anne Mahoney, David McCarthy, Brian Palmucci and Charles Phelan). Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“Motion to approve by Councillor Palmucci, Seconded by Councillor McCarthy The motion was approved by 8-0.” (Motion: Palmucci, second: McCarthy)
2021-107 - Ordinance - Amending Chapter 375 - Zoning - Section 6 - Special Regulations - Adding Section 6.12...
Accept the amendment: 2021-107 - Ordinance - Amending Chapter 375 - Zoning - Section 6 - Special Regulations - Adding Section 6.12 Building Safety
Motion by Councillor Palmucci, Seconded by Councillor Phelan to accept the amendment
From the minutes
“Motion by Councillor Palmucci, Seconded by Councillor Phelan to accept the amendment The motion was approved by 9-0 Roll Call Vote.” (Motion: Palmucci, second: Phelan)
Approve as amended 2021-107 - Ordinance - Amending Chapter 375 - Zoning - Section 6 - Special Regulations - Adding Section 6.12 Building Safety
Motion to approve as amended by Councillor Palmucci, Seconded by Councillor Phelan
From the minutes
“Motion to approve as amended by Councillor Palmucci, Seconded by Councillor Phelan The motion was approved by 9-0 Roll Call Vote.” (Motion: Palmucci, second: Phelan)
2021-115 - Appropriation - $2,643,000.00 to Community Preservations Accounts
Approve 2021-115 - Appropriation - $2,643,000.00 to Community Preservations Accounts
Motion to approve by Councillor McCarthy, Seconded by Councillor DiBona
From the minutes
“2021-115 - Appropriation - $2,643,000.00 to Community Preservations Accounts - Mayor Koch Motion to approve by Councillor McCarthy, Seconded by Councillor DiBona The motion was approved by 9-0 Roll Call Vote.” (Motion: McCarthy, second: DiBona)
2021-116 - Appropriation - $4,803,170.62 for Short Term and Long-Term Debt from District Improvement Fund (DIF)
Approve 2021-116 - Appropriation - $4,803,170.62 for Short Term and Long-Term Debt from District Improvement Fund (DIF)
Motion to approve by Councillor McCarthy, Seconded by Councillor Phelan
From the minutes
“2021-116 - Appropriation - $4,803,170.62 for Short Term and Long-Term Debt from District Improvement Fund (DIF) - Mayor Koch Motion to approve by Councillor McCarthy, Seconded by Councillor Phelan The motion was approved by 9-0 Roll Call Vote.” (Motion: McCarthy, second: Phelan)
2021-117 - Appropriation - $ 3,127,548.39 from Healthcare to Reduce the FY22 Budget
Approve 2021-117 - Appropriation - $ 3,127,548.39 from Healthcare to Reduce the FY22 Budget
Motion to approve by Councillor McCarthy, Seconded by Councillor Phelan Councillor Mahoney questioned how we can reduce this amount. Mr. Mason stated to due to the reduction of elevated surgeries and the City is self-insured and currently on track to have 5.5M overfunded which allows to make the reduction while keep a significant amount for the rest of the year
From the minutes
“2021-117 - Appropriation - $ 3,127,548.39 from Healthcare to Reduce the FY22 Budget - Mayor Koch Motion to approve by Councillor McCarthy, Seconded by Councillor Phelan Councillor Mahoney questioned how we can reduce this amount. Mr. Mason stated to due to the reduction of elevated surgeries and the City is self-insured and currently on track to have 5.5M overfunded which allows to make the reduction while keep a significant amount for the rest of the year The motion was approved by 9-0 Roll Call Vote.” (Motion: McCarthy, second: Phelan)
2021-118 - Appropriation - $1,381,490.47 to various FY22 Accounts from Previous Years Encumbrances
Approve 2021-118 - Appropriation - $1,381,490.47 to various FY22 Accounts from Previous Years Encumbrances
Motion to approve by Councillor Palmucci, Seconded by Councillor McCarthy
From the minutes
“2021-118 - Appropriation - $1,381,490.47 to various FY22 Accounts from Previous Years Encumbrances - Mayor Koch Motion to approve by Councillor Palmucci, Seconded by Councillor McCarthy The motion was approved by 9-0 Roll Call Vote.” (Motion: Palmucci, second: McCarthy)
2021-119 - Adopting - Residential Factor of 87.7225 for FY22
Approve 2021-119 - Adopting - Residential Factor of 87.7225 for FY22
Motion to approve by Councillor Palmucci, Seconded by Councillor McCarthy Councillor Palmucci reviewed what a yes vs no votes, a no vote would increase average tax bill by $1,125 Councillor Phelan reviewed the available abatement programs with Assessor Healy available to seniors and other property owners that have a deadline of April 1 st. A list of available programs is in the new FY22 Understanding Your Tax Rate booklet and on the Assessors website - www.quincyma.gov Councillor Liang discussed the growth in commercial vs residential with Assessor Healy reviewed the increase of property values, with residential increasing faster than commercial with 3M in commercial new growth.
From the minutes
“2021-119 - Adopting - Residential Factor of 87.7225 for FY22 - Mayor Koch Motion to approve by Councillor Palmucci, Seconded by Councillor McCarthy Councillor Palmucci reviewed what a yes vs no votes, a no vote would increase average tax bill by $1,125 Councillor Phelan reviewed the available abatement programs with Assessor Healy available to seniors and other property owners that have a deadline of April 1 st. A list of available programs is in the new FY22 Understanding Your Tax Rate booklet and on the Assessors website - www.quincyma.gov Councillor Liang discussed the growth in commercial vs residential with Assessor Healy reviewed the increase of property values, with residential increasing faster than commercial with 3M in commercial new growth. The motion was approved by 9-0 Roll Call Vote.” (Motion: Palmucci, second: McCarthy)
2021-120 - Adopting - Percentages of Local Tax by Each Class of Real & Personal Property for FY22
Approve 2021-120 - Adopting - Percentages of Local Tax by Each Class of Real & Personal Property for FY22
Motion to approve by Councillor Palmucci, Seconded by Councillor McCarthy Councillor Mahoney questioned if the Pension Obligation Bond (POB) has been approved, its interest rate and the impact of the first payment being lower than budgeted and is concerned that interest rates given tonight for the bond are higher than discussed when approved. Councillor Mahoney also discussed when the city will be
The minutes give only the count (8-1), not how each councillor voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to approve by Councillor Palmucci, Seconded by Councillor McCarthy Councillor Mahoney questioned if the Pension Obligation Bond (POB) has been approved, its interest rate and the impact of the first payment being lower than budgeted and is concerned that interest rates given tonight for the bond are higher than discussed when approved. Councillor Mahoney also discussed when the city will be certifying free cash and the impact it could have had on lowing the tax rate. Mr. Mason stated the POB has been approved by A&F and all state bodies and is currently in pricing with a goal to price before the federal reserve speaks on Wednesday and tomorrow will be finalizing price and terms of the note. for 19 years for 2.5 to 2.75% rate. The interest payment remains the same as the city is not required to make a payment in the first year and could go down from the $9.5m. Any excess would become part of free cash next year. They are in the process of certifying free cash, due to budget cuts last year and revenue projections based on the combined balance sheet we do have a tight surplus $5.2M-$5.3M so the priority was the POV over certifying free cash. The motion was approved by 8-1 Roll Call Vote.” (Motion: Palmucci, second: McCarthy)
Approval of the December 6, 2021 Meeting Minutes
Approve the minutes of December 6, 2021
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 December 6, 2021 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)
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