Councilor’s Message
Hi Neighbors,
I hope this email finds you well.
This past week I had the pleasure of visiting with Cynthia Sierra, CEO of Manet Community Health, whose facility right here in Ward 3 is a true community treasure. I met with her both to learn more about their important work and to discuss how I can best support them in my role as Ward 3 City Councilor.
Although Manet has been serving Quincy since 1979, many residents still don’t realize just how much this organization offers. Beyond primary care, they provide mental health counseling, substance use treatment and recovery services, disease management, nutrition support, and radiology services (including X-rays and mammograms).
They also operate a full-service pharmacy on the first floor at 110 West Squantum Street and the Manet Vision Center on the second floor, staffed by two optometrists.
Even if you’re not a patient, Manet can help: their certified navigators offer free health insurance assistance through the Massachusetts Health Connector or MassHealth, and SHINE counselors are available to support residents age 65+ or those with disabilities. I left the visit more impressed than ever with the vital role Manet plays in our community’s health. Grateful for their partnership in Ward 3 and across Quincy!
On Friday, August 21st, I joined the Friends of Ruth Gordon Amphitheater to recognize The Ruddercrew for their contribution to our community’s music scene and community building. Congratulations to Kevin Coughlin (former Ward 3 Councilor), Matt Coughlin, Matthew and Conevery Valencius, Janet O'Donoghue, Patrick Noe, and Jim Carroll on this well-deserved recognition.
Not many people may know this, but each and every member of the Rudder Crew is a current or former resident of Ward 3, with the exception of their latest member, Jim Carroll. Jim became a member after the loss of the band’s dear friend and Ward 3 neighbor, Leo Sullivan, from Small St, who lost his battle with cancer in the spring of 2025. Thank you to Sara Trainor Callard and the Friends of RGA for allowing me to say a few words. I also shared that the Rudder Crew will be recognized at an upcoming City Council meeting for their contribution to community building - something near and dear to my heart. More to come on that.
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Sincerely,
Walter Hubley
City Councilor, Ward 3
Council Update
The City Council resumes its 2026 session this coming September. In the meantime, I’ve spent some time planning for the first Municipal Technology Committee meeting, which will occur in September or October.
In this meeting, we will discuss the results of a resolution I put forward in the first half of 2026 that seeks to understand the top reasons residents contact the city in person and how we might make those interactions available online to further improve constituent services. The Council will also assess ADA accessibility for residents’ online experience in this process. I by no means wish to reduce in-person service, but rather seek to make those services more accessible for those who would prefer to do so online.
I will also be submitting a resolution seeking an update on the city’s municipal broadband initiative. Having spent 25 years of my career working in the broadband industry, I have many questions about both the status and approach of this initiative. It is important for the residents of Quincy to get an update and a thoughtful discussion about the plans going forward.
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.
Proposed Development Projects
100-150 Newport Ave Extension
Trammell Crow Residential (TCR) is creating a new transit-oriented residential community at 100 & 150 Newport Avenue Extension. The existing office buildings and associated surface parking lots will be replaced with 520 units throughout four multifamily buildings with landscaping, open space, and approximately 550 total parking spaces.
Inside the residential buildings, units will range from studios to three-bedroom units with Class A finishes. Future residents will have access to desirable common area amenities, including a clubhouse, resort-style pool, fitness center, co-working spaces, dog park, and on-site parking.
I hosted a community meeting on Tuesday, June 16th, at 6 PM at the location of the development at 150 Newport Ave Extension. Representatives from TCR were on-site to answer questions and take feedback. This meeting invitation was sent to over 4,000 nearby Ward 3 residents, shared to over 400 people over email, shared on social media, and reported on in the Patriot Ledger and QATV. The meeting was well attended, and some valuable feedback was provided by residents.
There was a planning board meeting on Wednesday, July 29th at 6 PM. I was greatly disappointed that the project document set that was submitted with the planning board application was almost identical to the design that was presented at the community meeting I hosted in June. At my request, the matter was continued to October 14th to afford more time for the applicant to consider community input. You can read the letter I submitted to the planning board here. You can watch the meeting segment in its entirety here.
LATEST UPDATE: On August 19th, State Representative Bruce Ayers and I have contacted TCR to inquire about the traffic study performed by Vanasse Hangen Brustlin, Inc., with MassDOT staff involvement and awareness. It is important that MassDOT has a strong awareness of this project as it interacts with state roadways, specifically the Neponset Bridge. I appreciate Representative Ayers partnership on this important aspect of this project.
The planning board is the permit-granting authority. If you are unable to attend, you can still provide feedback at whubley@quincyma.gov. The full document set for this proposed project can be found here.
Community Calendar
Nominations Open for 2026 Neat Neighbors Contest
Mayor Tom Koch announced that the City’s annual Neat Neighbors Contest is now receiving nominations for residents who maintain their properties in the spirit of a cleaner and greener Quincy. Residents who keep up their yards can be nominated, and 30 winners will be chosen at random in September from all properties that qualify. The contest was initiated by Mayor Koch to help recognize those residents who do their part to keep Quincy looking beautiful. People can nominate a neighbor, friend, relative, or complete stranger by emailing the Department of Natural Resources Program Manager, Paul Doherty, at pdoherty@quincyma.gov. Nominations can also be received by phone by calling (617) 376-1251. Nominations are open through Labor Day.
Final Friends Fridays!
On August 28th, at 6 PM, the Friends of the Ruth Gordon Amphitheater and the City of Quincy are hosting their final Friends Fridays, featuring Studio Two, a Beatles tribute band. Beatles fans do not want to miss this free event.
Cantopop Beach Party
On Sunday, August 29th, 3 - 6 PM, the Boston Cantonese Club will be hosting their first ever Cantopop Beach Party at Wollaston Beach thanks to Save the Harbor/Save the Bay's Better Beaches program. For more info: https://partiful.com/e/18BbPg5cyup9EaLzc70U
Invasive Plant Cleanup
On Monday, August 31st, 2 - 4 PM, at Squaw Rock Park in Squantum, join Quincy’s Environmental Scientist Heather Liss for an invasive species plant clean-up. Details below.
Labor Day Fireworks Tribute
On Sunday, September 6th, at 8 PM, enjoy a Labor Day Fireworks Tribute over Quincy Bay.
Free Bubble Party & Movie Night
On Friday, September 11th, 5 PM - 9 PM, at Safford Park on Beale St., join the Wollaston Hill Neighborhood Association for a free Bubble Party & Back-to-School Movie Night! Details below.
POPs Concert on the Common
On Saturday, September 12th, at 4 PM, enjoy an evening of the POPs on the Hancock Adams Common in Quincy Center!
Restaurant Week!
Support local businesses and enjoy a wonderful array of cuisines.
Saturdays in the Park
Every Saturday in September, the Wollaston Hill Neighborhood Association presents Saturdays in the Park. Free Admission, live music, cash beverages, and food from The Assembly. All welcomed.
Neponset River Watershed Association Fall Cleanup
On Saturday, September 19th, from 9 AM to 12 PM NepRWA is hosting its 2026 fall cleanup! Register at neponset.org/cleanup
Squantum Point Park
Sunday, September 20th, 8 - 10 AM. Join the Neponset River Watershed on a walk through Squantum Point Park. This walk takes us to the mouth of the Neponset River, where it meets Dorchester Bay. We’ll follow a loop trail to observe where the River’s freshwater meets the tidal flow and, depending on the tide, explore a nearby sandbar. Registration is required - click here.
Free Skin Cancer Screening
On Tuesday, September 22nd, 10 AM - 2 PM, join The Blum Family Resource Center Van for a free skin cancer screening and learn about sun safety. Details below.
Open Heritage Day in Quincy
On Saturday, September 26th, 10 AM - 4 PM, a great opportunity to explore Quincy’s historic sites for free!
Food Truck Festival
Save the date: Saturday, October 3rd, noon - 6 PM! More details coming soon.
City of Quincy Services
Pay Your Bills Online @ Pay.Quincyma.gov
The City of Quincy will launch the new online payment portal on July 1, 2026. Visit Pay.QuincyMa.gov to register and learn more.
Help Prevent Mosquitoes
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.