Councilor’s Message
Hi Neighbors,
I hope this email finds you well.
This past Thursday, May 14th, I attended the NQHS Jr ROTC Banquet. It was a pleasure to join my wife in presenting a scholarship to two deserving cadets. We really appreciate their contribution to our community and for their support of both PorchFest Quincy and Wollaston Hill Neighborhood Association's Saturdays in the Park concert series. Such amazing kids and a wonderful program.
On Friday, May 15th, I attended the Quincy Chamber of Commerce Leadership Breakfast with Chris “Chowda” Hill, a former Montclair resident and the only commanding officer of two aircraft carriers to serve in combat since WWII. Very thoughtful remarks on leadership and the importance of morale.
Saturday, May 16th, was a busy day, starting with a visit to the Wollaston Garden Club plant sale to purchase our tomato plants for the front porch. It was nice to see such a great turnout for the sale and to run into neighbors and garden club members Jo Costello and Emily Lebo, among others.
After the plant sale, my wife and I stopped by the Montclair May Festival to congratulate the Montclair PTO on their 90th event - quite a milestone. Such a fun event for the kids with music, crafts, and inflatable rides. I always love a good raffle as well.
After the May Festival, we attended the Girl Scouts Awards Banquet at the Tirell room, where the Quincy Service Unit received the President’s Award, and our Ward 3 neighbor Donna Yang received two volunteer leadership recognition awards from the Girl Scouts of Quincy. Well deserved!
Later that day, we stopped by the Classic Rock Concert at the Hancock Adams Common to listen to the J Giles tribute band, followed by some shopping at Two Trunks Quincy Pop Up Shop. We then stopped by the Kilroy Square Beer Garden by Break Rock Brewing.
On Sunday, May 17th, I spent the morning learning about the Ward 3 stormwater management infrastructure so I can be better informed and advocate for improvements. Starting at Newport Ave Extension, to Division Street, to the Bog, to Ballou Street, to the Roosevelt Road pumping station, and more. Ward 3 has important stormwater infrastructure that serves the community well, but can always be improved upon.
Later that afternoon, we attended the Sons of the American Legion Memorial Day Ceremony on Flag Island at Fort Square to hear meaningful remarks by guest speaker Command Master Chief Paul Marshall.
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Sincerely,
Walter Hubley
City Councilor, Ward 3
Council Update
On Tuesday, May 12th, the Council held an oversight and finance meeting. In the oversight meeting, we reviewed properties purchased by the city and their current uses. In the Finance meeting, we reviewed the budget - a process that will continue throughout the month and into June. You may watch the meeting here.
On Monday, May 18th, the Council will hold a Public Hearing at 6:30 PM, followed by an Ordinance Committee Meeting at 6:35 PM, and finally a City Council Meeting at 7:30 PM. You can find the full agenda here.
In the Ordinance meeting, we will continue discussions about elected officials' compensation.
The Council meeting will include an ENC legal update, an update to council rules, and a request of the Administration to provide a two-fiscal-year bonding plan with projections for major projects.
If you have any specific questions about the budget, please use this Google Form, and I will do my best to get your question answered.
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
Skin Cancer Screening
On Wednesday, May 20th, 2026, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm, join Dana-Farber for a Free Skin Cancer Screening on their Blum Resource Van! Location: 440 East Squantum Street, Quincy, MA 02171.
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. You can also pick up your PorchFest Quincy 2026 shirt!
Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony
On May 25th, at 10:30 AM, the City of Quincy is holding the Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony. More details to follow - save the date!
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
City of Quincy Resource Guide
The City's Planning Department unveiled a new Resource Guide during Community Development Week 2026. These resources are available to all members of our community. The Guide is now available online here.
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
Marina Bay Ferry
The Marina Bay Ferry is back! A wonderful way to commute to Boston. https://mbferry.com/marina-bay-ferry-schedule/
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.