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Vote Nov 7 for Quincy City Councilors and School Committee

Monica — Sat, 04 Nov 2017 22:16:02 +0000

Time to exercise one of our most precious rights as citizens. Here’s a round up of voter information for the November 7 city elections. Time to get out and vote, Squantumites! And for a sweet treat, pick up some baked goods at the polls to support the Squantum School.

City elections
Tuesday, November 7, 2017
Polls open: 7 AM – 8 PM
Voting location for Squantum Ward 6 residents:
Squantum Elementary School, 50 Huckins Ave [map] (check your voting location here)

Need a ride to the polls?
Representative Bruce Ayers provides a free service for the elderly, handicapped, and disabled residents of Quincy or Randolph. This service will pick up voters in wheelchair-accessible vans, drive them to their polling location, and drive them home after they have voted. Contact Bruce Ayers to schedule a ride or for more information.

Be prepared: view the ballot and four ballot questions

Voter information
The state Elections Division website provides everything you need to know about voting—including how and where to vote, how to vote early or via absentee ballot, a list of candidates, and a review of the ballot questions. A few highlights from the site:

View the list of 2016 state election candidates
View your customized voter information, including a list of your local officials and a sample of your ballot

Learn about the candidates

Ward 6 City Council Candidate

William Harris (incumbent) of Ashworth Road
H. A. “Alie” Shaughnessy of Essex Street
See video statements below

The candidates for At-Large City Council
Six candidates are running for three seats.

Noel DiBona (Incumbent) [Facebook page]
Margaret Laforest [Campaign website] {Facebook page]
Nina Liang (Incumbent) [Campaign website] [Facebook page]
Anne Mahoney [Campaign website] [Facebook page]
Daniel Raymondi [Facebook page]
Stephen Tougas [Campaign website]
See video statements from each candidate below.

School Committee Candidates
Six candidates are competing for three school committee seats.

Anthony Andronico, view video statement
Douglas Gutro, view video statement
David Jacobs, view video statement
Emily Lebo (incumbent), view video statement
Geraldine Manning, view video statement
Mark Sauter, view video statement

News round up

Six in the running for at-large seats of city council; Patriot Ledger, November 1, 2017
3 seats on school board, 6 candidates; Patriot Ledger, October 31, 2017
Familiar faces on top in Quincy at-large race, The Patriot Ledger, Sep 12, 2017
At-large candidates talk Quincy taxes, Patriot Ledger, Sep 21, 2017

In their own words – Ward 6 City Council Candidate

William Harris (Incumbent)

Alie Shaughnessy

In their own words – At-Large Candidates

Noel DiBona (Incumbent)

Margaret Laforest

Nina Liang (Incumbent)

Anne Mahoney

Daniel Raymondi

Stephen Tougas

Drop off your hazardous waste at the DPW Oct 7

Monica — Sat, 07 Oct 2017 12:34:31 +0000

Pack up your household hazardous waste and head over to the Fall DPW drop-off day for Quincy residents. Head over early as the line often wraps around Sea Street onto Southern Artery. Proof of residency is required (driver’s license or tax bill).

This year the event will also feature paper shredding provided by Bay State.

Saturday, October 7, 2017, 7:30–11 AM
Department of Public Works (DPW)
55 Sea Street (rear of building), Quincy, MA

The City of Quincy provides this free service to assist residents in the proper disposal of hazardous waste and to protect our environment.

What can you drop off?

Some of the eligible items for disposal are oil and latex based paints, thinners, strippers, oils and varnishes, all household cleaners including drain and plumbing cleaners, automotive fluids including oil and gasoline, chemical fertilizers and insecticides, polishes, ni-cad and lithium batteries, roofing tar and driveway sealants.

When gathering products for the drop-off event leave materials in original containers and tighten all caps and lids. Sort and pack items separately in sturdy upright boxes. Never mix chemicals. Pack your car the morning of the event and drive directly to the DPW. Do not smoke while handling hazardous material and do not bring children in the car with you.

Items not accepted at the hazardous materials drop-off day are latex paint, tires, ammunition, fireworks and explosives, commercial/industrial/biological waste, prescription medicine and radioactive waste.

For a complete list of what to bring, how to bring it, and what not to bring,
visit the DPW site. For more information call 617-376-7556.

Drop off your hazardous waste at the DPW June 3

Monica — Fri, 02 Jun 2017 15:32:29 +0000

Pack up your household hazardous waste and head over to the Spring DPW drop-off day for Quincy residents. Head over early as the line often wraps around Sea Street onto Southern Artery. Proof of residency is required (driver’s license or tax bill).

Saturday, June 3, 2017, 7:30–11 AM
Department of Public Works (DPW)
55 Sea Street (rear of building), Quincy, MA

The City of Quincy provides this free service to assist residents in the proper disposal of hazardous waste and to protect our environment.

What can you drop off?

For a complete list of what to bring, how to bring it, and what not to bring,
visit the DPW site. For more information call 617-376-7556.

Talking Safety with Lieutenant Dan

Monica — Tue, 25 Oct 2016 04:55:31 +0000

Perhaps you’ve read his “Job Well Done” column, maybe you’ve seen him sharing safety tips on QATV…now Lt. Dan wants to hear from you!
Come meet Lieutenant Dan Minton of the Quincy Police Department for a conversation about matters of safety in our community.

Wednesday, November 2, 2016 at 7 pm
First Church of Squantum (lower level)
164 Bellevue Rd, Squantum, MA (map)
Refreshments will be served.

The Quincy Police Crime Prevention Unit would like to hear about any concerns or comments you have about local crime or police matters. Their goal is to enhance the quality of life in our community by working together to address and resolve issues.

For more information
Call Lieutenant Dan Minton 617-745-5719
Or email SCA

Hosted by the Squantum Community Association
The Squantum Community Association provides programming that fosters conversation and community with a focus on topics of interest to the Squantum and Quincy communities, highlighting local talent and history. To subscribe to event notifications send us a note.

Drop off your hazardous waste or items to shred 10/1

Monica — Sat, 01 Oct 2016 13:37:06 +0000

Pack up your household hazardous waste and papers to be shred and head over to the DPW drop-off day for Quincy residents. Head over early as the line often wraps around Sea Street onto Southern Artery). Proof of residency is required (driver’s license or tax bill).

Saturday, October 1, 2016, 8–11 AM
Department of Public Works (DPW)
55 Sea Street (rear of building), Quincy, MA

The City of Quincy provides this free service to assist residents in the proper disposal of hazardous waste and to protect our environment.

What can you drop off?

For a complete list of what to bring, how to bring it, and what not to bring,
see the DPW site. For more information call 617-376-1953 or email.