Tagged: Mayor Thomas Koch

Historical Property In Quincy To Be Converted To Affordable Housing

September 29th, 2023 | Mayor Thomas Koch

A historic property on Spear St. in Quincy was recently purchased by the city to create workforce housing. The city’s Housing Program Manager, Xue Sherry Zhou, says it was purchased through the Affordable Housing Trust Fund and is one of many similar endeavors.   She says this program also provides other dividends.   Mayor Thomas […]

Quincy Fire Announces Addition Of New Ladder Truck

May 9th, 2023 | Mayor Thomas Koch

Quincy Fire Chief Joseph Jackson announced on Tuesday that the city would be putting a fourth ladder truck into service.   Mayor Tom Koch said this will improve response times for residents throughout the city.   Ladder 4 has been out of service since 1990.

Quincy Mayor Thomas Koch Gives State Of The City Address

January 31st, 2023 | Mayor Thomas Koch

Quincy Mayor Thomas Koch gave his State of the City Address on Tuesday, an event attended by many dignitaries including Governor Maura Healey.   Koch also touted the city’s finances.   He also highlighted various public works projects.   A cemetery expansion was also announced.   Koch touched on the city’s diversity particularly in the […]

Quincy Kicks Off Chanukah With Menorah Lighting

December 20th, 2022 | Mayor Thomas Koch

The Hancock Adams Common in Quincy played host to a menorah lighting on Sunday night to celebrate the beginning of Chanukah. Mayor Thomas Koch gave opening remarks saying events like this highlight the city’s diversity. Audio courtesy of QATV.   Rabbi Alfred Benjamin, of Congregation Beth Shalom of the Blue Hills in Milton, led the […]