It Stretches The Mind

Anne returns to City Limits to discuss the upcoming vote on the Eastern Nazarene College purchase, the council’s request for $35,000 in legal and expert assistance, and the recent Bloomberg article that has sparked renewed debate about Quincy’s finances.Kevin and Anne break down what’s at stake, what questions remain unanswered, and why the council is seeking additional expertise before deciding on one of the largest and most consequential proposals to come before the city in recent years.

In this episode of City Limits, Kevin sits down with Joe Murphy, fresh off a courtroom victory with Quincy Citizens for Fair Raises. They dive into how a little print column nearly derailed the case, what’s brewing in recent council meetings, and yes, the big Eastern Nazarene College deal. Plus, Joe gives us a sneak peek at what’s next for A Just Quincy. Be my guest. This one’s a ride!

City Limits is back! After more than two years away, Anne and Kevin break down Quincy’s recent bond rating downgrade, growing budget pressure, and the debate over the proposed Eastern Nazarene College purchase.

Anne and Kevin discuss Councilor Phelan's resolve regarding the Ruth Gordon Amphitheatre and the administration's overreaction to Anne's comments at a recent city council meeting.Friends of Ruth Gordon Amphitheatre Facebook Page with official bid documentsEntire City Council Meeting VideoPart 2 Coming Soon!

Anne and Kevin discuss Joe Catalano's recent show AM Quincy with two attorneys, Tom Montminy, and Jocelyn Sedney, regarding the Granite Links 99-year lease and why the proposed lease is not a good deal for Quincy.Joe Catalano's AM Quincy show with Tom and Jocelyn. Please give it a view!

Anne and Kevin discuss the contract dispute between the Quincy School Committee (Mayor Koch) and the Quincy Education Association. Kevin also reads Listener Mail!Listener Mail background music by Shane Ivers of silvermansound.comSound effects from Zapsplat.comCityLimits Artwork | Liam Mahoney. Check out his artwork.

Anne and Kevin discuss the administration's PLAN to fill in the Ruth Gordon Amphitheater. It's a long one! Kevin also reads some listener mail.Listener Mail background music by Shane Ivers of silvermansound.comSound effects from Zapsplat.comCityLimits Artwork | Liam Mahoney. Check out his artwork.

Anne and Kevin discuss the administration's changing story on which funds were used to purchase the 6-10 McGrath Highway building and a somewhat contentious meeting for the Lone Sailor statue. Kevin also reads listener mail.Facts are Stubborn Things; featuring the Not Ready For Anytime Players.Listener Mail background music by Shane Ivers of silvermansound.comSound effects from Zapsplat.comCityLimits Artwork | Liam Mahoney. Check out his artwork.

Anne & Kevin discuss the City Council's February 13th ordinance meeting and public forum regarding the proposed 99-year lease with Quarry Hills Associates (Granite Links Golf Club).

Anne and Kevin talk about the Mayor's State of the City address, Anne's resolve on 6-10 McGrath Highway and then Kevin reads a lot of listener mail.Listener Mail background music by Shane Ivers of silvermansound.comSound effects from Zapsplat.com