City Limits

Anne and Kevin discuss the city's latest plan to appeal regarding the ownership of the Adams Academy building and its land, the city's recent purchase of 6-10 McGrath Highway with ARPA funds (or DIF funds?), and appeal to residents to call their Councillors with questions regarding the 99-year lease with Granite Links.

Season 3! Anne and Kevin mention their visit to the "Embrace" statue in Boston Common and MLK Day, which naturally leads to a discussion about Quincy's efforts over the last two years to fill the Social Justice and Equity position. Anne also shares her views on the tax rate, the proposed 99-year lease with Granite Links, the EPA Consent Decree, and the Building Department's report to City Council.

Anne & Kevin discuss the recent decision by the Norfolk County Superior Court, declaring The Adams Temple & School Fund (The Adam's Trust) the legal owner of 8 Adams Street - The Adams Academy, including the land and the building.

Happy Thanksgiving! Anne and Kevin attempt to unstuff some of the issues regarding the proposed 100-year lease with Granite Links Golf Club, including the length of the lease, traffic issues, walking trails, and if the city is negotiating a good deal for Quincy residents. They then briefly discuss Anne's request for department project updates, and Kevin tries to uncover the disappearing bacon (pancetta) from Anne's Thanksgiving Brussels sprouts dish.

CityLimits Artwork | Liam Mahoney. Check out his artwork.

Anne and Kevin discuss the Administration's request for $23 million more for the public safety headquarters and the Abigail Adams' monument unveiling, and Kevin tries to read listener mail.

CityLimits Artwork | Liam Mahoney. Check out his artwork.

Anne and Kevin discuss her resolution for updates on City Projects, the corresponding article in the Quincy Sun and the Mayor's response. They also congratulate the Quincy Climate Action Network on their 10 year anniversary.

CityLimits Artwork | Liam Mahoney. Check out his artwork.

A "No Way ZBA" companion pod! As promised here is Mimi Connolly's timeline of the ongoing 105 Sea St. Saga. If you want to get involved and help preserve Quincy's rich neighborhoods please visit Quincy: Better For Everyone.

After a hiatus, Anne and Kevin return to talk about the recent ZBA meeting concerning 105 Sea St., an oversized development with connections to city hall. Kevin also reads listener mail. Please check back for a thorough timeline of this saga by neighbor Mimi Connolly.

• Listener Mail background music by Shane Ivers of silvermansound.com
• Sound effects from Zapsplat.com

CityLimits Artwork | Liam Mahoney. Check out his artwork.

Anne and Kevin talk about the loss of her beloved dad and also discuss the approval of the 19 MILLION dollar animal shelter.

CityLimits Artwork | Liam Mahoney. Check out his artwork.

Anne and Kevin give updates on the Abigail Adams statue and The Pine Hill $16.4 million dollar renovation They then turn their attention to the Forbes Hill Park and Furnace Brook Golf Course issue. Kevin also reads listener mail.

If you would like to help out the Friend of Forbes Hill Park group and/or sign their petition send them an email at [email protected] or join their Facebook group.

• Listener Mail background music by Shane Ivers of silvermansound.com
• Sound effects from Zapsplat.com

CityLimits Artwork | Liam Mahoney. Check out his artwork.