Councilor’s Message
Hi Neighbors,
I hope this email finds you well.
This past Saturday, March 28th, I celebrated my 56th birthday by going to dinner with my wife and kids at Ena’s Lounge in Quincy Point - a nice Vietnamese restaurant that has an amazing Karaoke system. We enjoyed a great meal, and my daughter Victoria and I belted out some songs, including a duet. After dinner, my wife and I stopped by the Morrisett Post for some more Karaoke. We had a great time!
Earlier in the day, my wife and I also attended a Remember the Ladies event at Quincy High School honoring our school nurses. The ceremony celebrated outstanding women who cared for our students over the years and to this day. The ceremony was followed by a nice tea party in the school cafeteria.
On Sunday, March 29th, my wife and I attended the Vietnam Veterans’ Day Wreath Laying ceremony at the clock tower in Marina Bay. Director of Veterans Services Christine Cugini conducted a brief but impactful ceremony that included a reading of the names of those we lost.
On Tuesday, March 31st, my wife and I attended the Central Middle School Science Fair, which had so many fun and interesting presentations. The kids definitely took this science fair to the next level.
Later that same evening, at the Woodward School, my wife and I attended a lecture on Abigail Adams’ famous letter to her husband, John, in which she remarked, “Remember the Ladies.” The Woodward students did a great job at reciting the letter, and the lecture was an interesting discussion that contextualized Abigail's now-famous words. The event was run by the Adams Presidential Center, which you can watch here.
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Sincerely,
Walter Hubley
City Councilor, Ward 3
Council Update
On Monday, April 6th, we have an Oversight Committee meeting starting at 6:30 PM, followed by an Ordinance & Public Works Committee Meeting at 6:45 PM, and our regular City Council Meeting at 7:30 PM.
On the council meeting agenda, we will discuss a CPA appropriation, some election-related agenda items, as well as a review of the Council on Aging theft and a comprehensive report on city property transactions. You may find the agena here.
I always want to hear how you feel about all topics before the council so I can best represent you and our neighbors. You may reply to this email or email me at whubley@quincyma.gov to provide any input or feedback you have.
Planning Board Meeting Agenda
On Wednesday, April 8, at 6 p.m., the Planning Board will consider a Ward 3 project many residents have expressed strong interest in: a proposed Taco Bell in the Stop & Shop parking lot at 65 Newport Ave. You can find the full agenda here.
It is important to note that this project began its process prior to my swearing-in and was introduced at a previous Planning Board meeting. Because it’s important to me that you have the opportunity to learn about and provide feedback on all projects in our ward, I requested that the matter be continued to the April 8 agenda.
I’ve held two community meetings for this project—one on March 11 and the most recent on April 1 (an attempted meeting in February was canceled due to a storm). Thank you to everyone who attended and to those who emailed me with your thoughts and concerns. You still have time to share feedback, which will be placed on record at the Planning Board meeting.
After the planning board process, this project will go to the City Council and Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA).
Continued Public Hearing - 65 Newport Avenue (from the planning board meeting agenda)
This public hearing shall be conducted to review the application of D.E. Foods, LLC, 101 Accord Park Drive, Norwell, MA 02061, filed under Quincy Zoning Ordinance Title 17, Section 8.4 (Planned Unit Development Districts) for an amendment to the existing Planned Unit Development Special Zoning Permit Order Number 094097, issued by the City Council, acting as Special Permit Granting Authority, on December 19, 1994. The Applicant proposes t o redevelop a portion of the existing surface parking lot for a 2,120 square foot Taco Bell restaurant with a drive-through. The remaining area outside of the proposed redevelopment for Stop & Shop will remain unchanged, including all six existing curb cuts. Site improvements include parking for visitors and staff, improved landscaping, new utilities connections, and an improved stormwater management system to capture and treat stormwater. The property contains 313,632ł square feet of land and is located at 65 Newport Avenue. The subject property is located within a PUD Zoning District and is shown on Assessors Map 6102, Block 34, Lot 8.
Community Calendar
Cleader Greener Quincy
On Saturday, May 2nd, residents of the city get together to make our city cleaner and greener. Local park and school clean-ups can use some help. Let me know if you need any help getting connected up with a nearby effort - I’m sure they would love your help! Most clean-ups start around 9 am, and the Mayor hosts a cookout at Pagents Field starting at noon.
5th Annual Quincy MultiCultural Festival
On Saturday, May 9th, from 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM at Faxon Park, enjoy learning about the many different cultures that make up our city that we know and love. Stop by and say hello to the co-founder and Ward 3 resident Mihaela Rusu. Always a fun event!
Harvey’s Salt Water Fishing Club Veterans Day Fundraiser
On June 6th, 6 PM - 10 PM, stop by the Quincy Yacht Club to support a great program that offers a free day of fishing for our veterans later in the summer. The organizers are also accepting monetary donations or raffle donations if you would like to help. Just call 617-842-8399 or email harveysaltwatervets@gmail.com to coordinate your support.
City of Quincy’s 75th Annual Flag Day Parade
On Saturday, June 13th, 2026, at 7 PM, the City of Quincy will host its 75th Annual Flag Day Parade. An amazing tradition that the entire family will enjoy. See you there!
City of Quincy Services and Programs
Department of Public Works Calendar
Aging in Place Program
The City of Quincy's Aging in Place Program helps older residents stay independent by funding home modifications and services. See the information below and click here to apply.
Rodent Proofing Tips
Helpful information from the city health department to reduce pest issues.
Helpful Information
Street light outages - call TPAL at 617-376-1478
Snow Removal Hotline (617) 376-1927 or snowhotline@quincyma.gov
2026 snow emergency parking: when winter begins in an odd or even year, parking is on the odd or even numbered side of non-emergency neighborhood streets.
Pot Hole Hotline: (617)-376-1914 or potholehotline@quincyma.gov
Flooding Issues/Water-Sewer: (617)-376-1910
Downed Trees-Parks Dept.: (617)-376-1251
Power Outage-National Grid: (800)-465-1212
Gas Leak-National Grid: (800)-892-2345
Quincy Emergency Operations Center: (617)-376-1470
Constituent Services: (617)-376-1500
Stop & Shop Carrage Retrieval Line for abandoned carrages: (617) 770-8753
Quincy Public Schools will notify families and staff of school closures through the School Messenger system. Text "Yes" to 67587 to opt into receiving text messages.