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This document covers the agenda and associated materials for the Quincy City Council meeting held on Tuesday, September 8, 2026. The meeting addressed a range of public safety, infrastructure, fiscal oversight, and community matters across 13 agenda items.
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Standard opportunity for residents to address the Council.
Review of complaints regarding the June 22, 2026 Council meeting.
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(Councillors Yuan, Mahoney, Riley, Ryan)
The Council ordered a public hearing on the City's use of Flock Safety automated license plate reader (ALPR) technology. Key concerns include: - Privacy and surveillance implications - Data retention, access, and sharing policies - Documented cases of misuse by law enforcement nationally - Nationwide data-sharing networks and who can access locally collected data - Residents have raised significant concerns
The Police Chief is required to present detailed information, and independent privacy/civil liberties experts are to be invited. Residents may submit questions in advance.
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A separate executive summary from the Quincy Police Department addressed its existing ALPR program:
Program Facts: - 50 ALPR cameras deployed citywide, primarily funded by UASI grants - Supports both evidence-based and intelligence-led policing - Camera placement overseen by the Captain of Detectives, avoiding sensitive locations
Data Sharing: - No current data-sharing relationships with any local or federal agency - Opted out of nationwide sharing until the vendor implements stronger access controls
Safeguards in Place: | Safeguard | Purpose | |---|---| | Multi-factor authentication | Prevents unauthorized access | | Mandatory search justification | Creates accountability | | Audit log reviews | Detects misuse | | Periodic access reviews | Ensures appropriate access levels | | Annual training & certification | Reduces accidental misuse |
Privacy Requirements Before Any Future Sharing: - Full license plate searches only (no partial/wildcard) - Retroactive searches only (no real-time alerts) - Restricted to serious offenses: homicide, kidnapping, sexual assault, aggravated assault, terrorism, human trafficking, and AMBER Alerts
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(Mayor Koch)
Authorizes the Mayor to enter into lease, easement, and Power Purchase Agreements with Solect Energy Development, LLC to install solar photovoltaic systems on the rooftop canopies of two new downtown parking garages on General McConville Way. The agreement: - Is structured through PowerOptions Inc. and MassCEC - Has a term of up to 25 years - Aims to reduce operating costs and the City's carbon footprint - Complies with prevailing wage laws
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(Councillors Riley, Jacobs, Mahoney, Ryan, Yuan)
Refers compliance with the Chapter 92 Act of 2004 to the City Council Oversight Committee for review. The Act established two funds from revenues from the Quarry Hills Associates, Inc. lease:
| Fund | Allocation | Purpose | |---|---|---| | Public Works Enhancement Fund | 50% of lease revenues | Streets and sidewalks repair/reconstruction | | Quarry Hills Oversight Fund | 10% of lease revenues | Oversight of Quarry Hills Recreation Complex |
The review will examine fund balances, expenditures, compliance with reporting requirements, and pavement management plans. No funds may be spent until the review is complete.
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(Councillors Hubley, Ash, Jacobs, Mahoney, Riley, Ryan, Yuan)
Requests a comprehensive update within 60 days on the City's long-planned municipal fiber-optic broadband network. Key context: - The City has spent years planning but no physical infrastructure has been installed - The market has changed significantly with the arrival of: - 5G fixed wireless (AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon) - Verizon FiOS expanding citywide - GoNetSpeed's $34M private investment promising multi-gigabit fiber to 23,000+ homes - A concern remains that the opt-in subscription model does not serve renters well (~55% of Quincy households)
The Administration must report on: 1. Current planning/construction status 2. Total funds spent and projected costs 3. Updated demand/take-rate analysis (homeowners vs. renters) 4. Remaining milestones and risks 5. Path forward options: continue, scale back, pause, or wind down
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(Councillors Riley, Jacobs, Mahoney, Ryan, Yuan)
The Council expresses strong support for the Massachusetts State Auditor's authority to audit the State Legislature, as approved by voters in the 2024 State Election. The resolution: - Notes Quincy voters overwhelmingly supported Ballot Question 1 - Opposes H.5469, which the Council believes improperly limits the audit's scope - Urges the Legislature to respect the voters' mandate and the State Auditor to vigorously enforce her authority
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(Councillors Jacobs, Mahoney, Yuan, Riley)
Resolves to name the new sport court hockey rink at Brill Field the:
> "David 'Andy' DiBona Memorial Hockey Rink"
In honor of David "Andy" Andrew DiBona (June 6, 1972 – July 27, 2026), a lifelong Quincy resident and Hough's Neck community leader who: - Founded First Class Plumbing & Heating - Served as President of the Hough's Neck Community Council - Organized community events including the Hough's Neck Chowda Fest - Volunteered teaching at Quincy Vocational Technical High School - Received a Lifetime Achievement Award in 2026 - Passed away at age 54 following a battle with cancer
A permanent commemorative plaque is to be installed at the rink.
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(Mayor Koch)
| Order | Donor | Amount | Purpose | |---|---|---|---| | 2026-110 | Various Donors | $975.00 | D.A.R.E. Camp | | 2026-111 | Various Donors | $3,000.00 | D.A.R.E. Program | | 2026-112 | Copeland Family Foundation, Inc. | $10,000.00 | D.A.R.E. Program | | 2026-113 | Copeland Family Foundation, Inc. | $7,500.00 | Quincy Animal Shelter |
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1. Privacy & Surveillance — Significant scrutiny of ALPR/Flock Safety technology and data governance 2. Clean Energy — Solar installation on parking garages advancing Quincy's sustainability goals 3. Fiscal Accountability — Oversight of long-standing public funds and reassessment of the broadband project in light of changed market conditions 4. Transparency in Government — Support for auditing the State Legislature per voters' mandate 5. Community Recognition — Honoring a dedicated community member through the naming of a public facility 6. Community Support — Acceptance of charitable donations for youth programs and animal welfare