Date: Tuesday, September 8, 2026 | Location: The Great Hall, Historic City Hall, 1305 Hancock Street | Time: 6:30 PM
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The Quincy Police Department presented an executive summary on data privacy compliance for its ALPR program, which includes 50 cameras deployed citywide, largely funded through UASI grants. Key highlights include:
- Technology is used for both evidence-based and intelligence-led policing - The department currently has no data-sharing agreements with other agencies - Quincy has opted out of nationwide ALPR data sharing pending enhanced vendor access controls - Strict safeguards are in place including multi-factor authentication, mandatory search justification, audit logs, and annual training - Recommendations include improved documentation of violations and annual compliance reports to the Chief's Office
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Councillors raised concerns about Flock Safety ALPR technology regarding privacy, surveillance, data retention, and unauthorized sharing. The Council ordered: - A public hearing and informational forum - A presentation by the Police Chief on policies, data access, retention, and sharing - Disclosure of all contracts and agreements with Flock Safety - Opportunity for resident questions and input from privacy/civil liberties experts
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Mayor Koch proposed approving a solar energy installation on two new downtown parking garages (General McConville Way). The order authorises: - A partnership with Solect Energy Development LLC via PowerOptions/MassCEC - Lease, easement, and Power Purchase Agreements for up to 25 years - Goal of reducing taxpayer costs and the city's carbon footprint
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Councillors ordered a review of compliance with Chapter 92, Acts of 2004, which governs two special funds derived from the Quarry Hills Associates lease: - Public Works Enhancement Fund (50% of lease revenues) — for streets and sidewalks - Quarry Hills Oversight Fund (10% of lease revenues) — for overseeing the recreation complex - The Oversight Committee will review fund balances, expenditures, and statutory compliance - No funds to be expended until the review is complete
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Councillors requested a comprehensive review of the city's planned municipal fiber-optic broadband network, noting: - No physical infrastructure has been installed despite years of planning - The broadband market has changed significantly with GoNetSpeed's $34M private investment, plus expansions by Verizon FiOS, AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon 5G - Concerns raised that the opt-in model does not serve renters well (~55% of Quincy households) - The Administration must report within 60 days on costs, take-rate analysis, and options including continuation, scaling back, or wind-down
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The Council expressed strong support for the Massachusetts State Auditor auditing the Legislature, as approved by voters in 2024. The resolution: - Notes that Quincy voters supported the measure across every precinct - Opposes proposed legislation (H.5469) that would limit the audit's scope - Urges the Legislature, Governor, and State Auditor to honour the voters' mandate
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The Council resolved to name the new sport court hockey rink at Brill Field the "David 'Andy' DiBona Memorial Hockey Rink" in honour of David Andrew DiBona (1972–2026), a lifelong Quincy resident, Master Plumber, founder of First Class Plumbing & Heating, President of the Hough's Neck Community Council, and dedicated community volunteer, who passed away on July 27, 2026, following a battle with cancer.
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The following donations were accepted, all introduced by 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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The meeting reflects the Council's focus on public safety technology oversight, fiscal responsibility, clean energy, broadband access, community accountability, and honouring community members.