Councilor’s Message
Hi Neighbors,
I hope this email finds you well.
On Tuesday, April 14th, I attended my first Affordable Housing Trust meeting. Having worked in the affordable housing market for the past eight years, I’m excited to bring what I’ve learned to this committee. I have a lot to learn about the role and process of this new committee assignment, and I appreciate Mayor Koch and Council President Mahoney for the opportunity to serve.
On Wednesday, April 15th, my wife and I attended the Wollaston Elementary School PTO Parents Night Out! It was nice to spend time with friends and neighbors. This PTO has some tremendous family engagement and energy - It makes me proud to be an alumnus.
Saturday, April 18th, we attended Roads & Rivers, a soft rock concert at Hancock Adams Common, and enjoyed the sounds of Gordon Lightfoot, Cat Stevens, and Harry Chapin. It’s wonderful that the city hosts these great music events!
Wednesday, April 22nd, I attended an Earth Day event with Quincy Climate Action Network (QCAN) and participated in an interactive climate simulator called En-ROADS, with a focus on Quincy-specific climate solutions. It was interesting to model out changes to energy policy and see the impact over time.
Earlier this week, I was in touch with a neighbor who had an American flag attached to a tree in front of their house that needed replacing. I connected them with the Scouts from Pack 42, who were excited to help. You can see the new flag in the photos below—it looks great! Thank you to Pack 42 for helping our neighbor!
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Sincerely,
Walter Hubley
City Councilor, Ward 3
Council Update
On Monday, April 27th, we have a Finance Committee Meeting at 6:35 PM, followed by a 7 PM City Council meeting. You can find the agenda here. The Finance Committee meeting will continue our discussion on financial safeguards.
The City Council meeting will include an overview of the Community Preservation Act to help acquaint councilors who are new to CPA with the program and how it works. I did a CPA project back in 2014 for the renovation of Safford Park on Beale Street—it’s a great program. The City Council meeting will also include a comprehensive finance and city debt presentation, as well as a resolution I collaborated on with Councilor McKee in support of H.1014/S.588—An Act Establishing a Climate Change Superfund.
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.
Community Calendar
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Ceremony
Join us at the Clock Tower Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Marina Bay on Thursday, April 30th, at 2:30 PM.
Cleaner 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.
90th Annual Montclair May Festival
Join the Montclair Elementary School PTO for their 90th Annual Montclair May Festival. See you there!
Wollaston Garden Club Green Sale
Saturday, May 16th, 2026, 9 AM to 12 PM, at 48 Winthrop Ave (the Wollaston Congregational Church building). Get there early!
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!
Skin Cancer Screening
Join Dana-Farber for a Free Skin Cancer Screening on their Blum Resource Van!
Location: 440 E Squantum Street, Quincy, MA 02171
Date: Wednesday, May 20th, 2026; Time: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
First Annual Kilroy Square Vintage Market
Saturday, May 23, 2026, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM at Kilroy Square,
This all-day market will feature a curated lineup of vintage vendors, bringing the best in clothing, accessories, collectibles, and one-of-a-kind finds. Whether you’re a serious vintage shopper or just love a good weekend vibe, this event is for you. 🎶 Live music will keep the energy going all day long. 🍺 Enjoy cold pours from Break Rock Brewing and Paddy Barry's Mobile Beer Garden
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
Census Reminder
Voters who have not responded to the 2026 street listing (census) by June 1st, 2026, will be designated as "INACTIVE" on the voting rolls. Inactive voters remain registered to vote until they fail to vote in two consecutive biennial state elections. Inactive voters are restored to the active voters list any time they complete an Affirmation of Current and Continuous Residence, fill out a new voter registration form, or submit anything to their local election official which is signed under penalty of perjury and confirms the voter's address.
To obtain a blank census form, please visit https://www.quincyma.gov/census/index.php
To check your voter registration status, please visit https://www.sec.state.ma.us/VoterRe.../MyVoterRegStatus.aspx
To learn more about voting while inactive, please visit https://www.sec.state.ma.us/.../votin.../inactive-voters.htm
Hydrant Flushing
The City of Quincy Department of Public Works will be conducting its Spring 2026 Water Main/Hydrant Flushing starting April 20th. Flushing will take place Monday through Friday nights.
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.