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Quincy Today
By the People, for the People
Quincy Council Demands Audit After $150K Senior Center Theft
City leaders seek answers on how former director Tom Clasby defrauded the city over several years.
Apr. 8, 2026 at 7:36pm
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A forensic investigation into financial fraud at a local senior center exposes vulnerabilities in the city's accounting processes.Quincy TodayThe Quincy City Council is calling for a comprehensive audit of the city's financial processes and controls after former Elder Services Director Tom Clasby was fired in 2024 for defrauding the city of around $150,000 over several years. The council wants to identify any vulnerabilities or gaps that allowed the misuse of public funds to occur under the previous administration.
Why it matters
The theft of public funds from a senior center is a serious breach of trust that raises concerns about financial oversight and accountability within the city government. An audit could help prevent future incidents of fraud and ensure proper safeguards are in place to protect taxpayer dollars, especially for programs serving vulnerable populations.
The details
Former Elder Services Director Tom Clasby was fired by Mayor Tom Koch in May 2024 amid a police investigation into the misappropriation of around $150,000 in city funds. The Quincy City Council is now seeking a comprehensive review of the city's purchasing, accounting, human resources, municipal finance, and information technology processes to identify any vulnerabilities or gaps that allowed Clasby to defraud the city over an extended period.
- Tom Clasby was fired by Mayor Tom Koch in May 2024.
- The Quincy City Council is seeking the audit in April 2026.
The players
Tom Clasby
The former Elder Services Director who defrauded the city of around $150,000 before being fired in 2024.
Tom Koch
The Mayor of Quincy who fired Tom Clasby in 2024 amid a police investigation into the misappropriation of city funds.
Quincy City Council
The city council that is now calling for a comprehensive audit to identify vulnerabilities that allowed the fraud to occur under the previous administration.
What they’re saying
“We need a comprehensive review of the city's purchasing, accounting, human resources, municipal finance and information technology processes to identify and address any vulnerabilities or gaps that allowed for the misuse of public funds.”
— Quincy City Council
What’s next
The Quincy City Council will review the findings of the comprehensive audit once completed to determine if any policy changes or additional oversight measures are needed to prevent future incidents of fraud involving city funds.
The takeaway
This case highlights the importance of robust financial controls and oversight within municipal governments to protect taxpayer dollars, especially for programs serving vulnerable populations like seniors. The audit requested by the Quincy City Council could help identify weaknesses in the city's systems and lead to reforms to strengthen accountability and transparency.
