Issues
Mixed Housing
Quincy thrives when people can put down roots, whether their families arrived 400 years ago or 400 days ago. I want a city where three generations can live together, each finding housing that fits their needs. One way forward is expanding in-law apartments, also called accessory dwelling units, which allow seniors to age in place while keeping families close. Alongside ADUs, we need a better mix overall so young families, professionals, and seniors all have options. Through zoning reforms, partnerships, and requiring new development to invest in schools and infrastructure, we can make Quincy a place where families stay for generations.
Strong Schools and Youth Opportunity
Quincy’s future depends on how well we prepare our young people today. That means investing in schools, supporting teachers, and expanding opportunities in the classroom and through after-school and vocational programs. Our city’s spirit is also shaped by what happens beyond academics. From sports to the arts to the marching band, these experiences build pride, teamwork, and lifelong connections. Education must open doors for this generation and the next. When Quincy kids succeed—in academics, athletics, or the arts—the whole city benefits. Strong schools build strong neighborhoods and a stronger future.
Infrastructure and Public Transit
Every day I take the Red Line, and I’ve seen firsthand how investment and good management can turn around a struggling system. That lesson applies to all of Quincy’s infrastructure. When we invest, we move forward. When we neglect it, we pay with flooded basements, broken roads, and unreliable service. I will push to modernize water mains, repair stormwater and sewer systems, and strengthen seawalls and floodgates to protect coastal neighborhoods. At the same time, we should reimagine transit as more than just a way to get into Boston. Optimizing bus routes, strengthening local connections, and creating safer bike and pedestrian paths will reduce congestion, cut emissions, and make Quincy easier to navigate.
Quality of Life
At its core, good government should make daily life better. For Quincy, that means protecting green spaces, keeping beaches clean, supporting shopping and dining, and fostering cultural events that bring neighbors together. It also means celebrating our diversity and the pride that comes from many backgrounds contributing to one community. These are not extras. They are what make a city feel like home. Quincy should be more than where we live. It should be where we belong, where families and businesses thrive, and where every neighbor feels proud to put down roots.