Matters ▸ Attachment
PE Memphis 8-13 — File 203954
PUBLIC EVENT PERMIT APPLICATION
City of Somerville, Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Application #: PEL16-000203
File #: 16-018900
Organization name: BA Event promotions dba Memphis
Soul 5K Road Race
Event name: MEMPHIS SOUL 5K ROAD RACE
Description: 5 K ROAD RACE RUN /WALK TO
BENEFIT THE MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS SOCIETY
Location: 335 335B SOMERVILLE AVE Union square
area
5K road race to benefit MS Society
Date(s): 08/13//2017
Rain date(s): None
Setup starts at (time): 7AM
Event starts at (time): 11AM
Cleanup after the event ends at (time): 3PM
Event ends at (time): 1PM
Attendees:
Max attendance at one time: 1000
Total people attending: 1000
Maximum attendees accommodated: 1000
Total Somerville residents attending: 500
Attendee fees or suggested donations: $30.00-$40.00
What is your budget for this event: $30,000.00
Social or cultural benefits:
Fund raiser for MS society benefiting local area residents
affected with MS
Financial benefits:
Event participants will utilize local business in Union Sq.
Event Information
Yes/No
If yes, Describe
Food served?
Yes
UNION SQ RESTAURANTS WILL
PROVIDE SPACE AND FOOD PRODUCTS
Alcohol served?
Yes
LOCAL LICENSED RESTAURANTS AND
PUBS WILL SERVE UNDER RULES OF
CITY LICENSE COMMISSIONN
Grill/open-flame device used?
Yes
BARBEBEQUE GRILLS SET UP
OUTDOORS
Streets blocked?
No
Sidewalks blocked?
No
Arrangements:
Auxiliary Police?
Yes
AS PROVIDE IN PRIOR YEARS
Police Detail:
Yes
AS PROVIDED I N PRIOR YEARS
Parking (for Attendees)?
Yes
LOCAL STREETS AND PARKING LOTS
Restrooms?
Yes
PORTABLE TOILETS WILL BE RENTED
FOR THE EVENT
Liability Insurance?
Yes
US TRACK AND FIELD LIABLITY
PROGRAM 1M/2M LIMITS
Will any public parks be used?
No
Has the event occurred in the last two years?
Yes
AUGUST 2013,2014,2015 2016
Alcohol License?
[PELlicense:::5084:::31517] [PELlicense:::5084:::28752]
Approval Conditions:
Reviewer: CS Traffic and Parking, Traffic and Parking, Approved with Conditions
1. All no parking restrictions must be submitted with the final route.
Reviewer: CS Mayor, Mayor's Office, Approved with Conditions
Reviewer: Elise Collins, ISD Health, Pending
Reviewer: John J. Long, City Clerk, Pending
Reviewer: Christine Morin, Public Works, Approved
Reviewer: David Monte, Police, Approved
Reviewer: Lori Batzek, City Clerk, Pending
Reviewer: CS Auxiliary Police, Auxiliary Police, Pending
Reviewer: John J. Long, City Clerk,
Reviewer: CS Fire, Fire Prevention, Approved with Conditions
You must read and accept the following Conditions:
1. The event must not obstruct or inhibit the flow of vehicles or pedestrians except for any street/sidewalk
closures or detours described in this application or conditions.
2. All street closures or detours must be created with devices specified by the Traffic and Parking
Department. Vehicles must not be used to block streets. Anything placed on any streets must be movable
by city employees whenever necessary.
3. If any streets are closed, you must contact the MBTA so they can review and adjust their bus routes as
needed. (The city’s Traffic and Parking Department will provide you with MBTA contact information.)
4. If any streets are closed, you must provide written notice to each resident and business that abuts the area
to notify them of the date and time of the event, and provide them with contact information for the event
organizer(s) in case they have questions.
5. You must not make permanent markings on the street or sidewalk using paint or other indelible materials
unless authorized by the Traffic and Parking Department. The use of chalk is acceptable for street or
sidewalk markings. You will be held liable for the cost of removing unauthorized markings.
6. If your event is a neighborhood block party, you must keep a fire extinguisher available near any grille in
use, and you must not consume or carry alcohol on any public street or sidewalk.
7. Any fees charged by the city are your responsibility and must be paid in full prior to the event.
8. If you find more attendees signing up for or attending your event than you indicated on the application,
you must contact the Police Department immediately to notify them.
9. This permit is valid only for the listed location and time, and is subject to all of the terms, conditions, and
limitations set forth in the Somerville Code of Ordinances, any applicable State and Federal laws, any city
officials, and the Board of Aldermen.
10. You hereby agree to release, discharge, indemnify and hold harmless, the City of Somerville, a municipal
corporation of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and its officers, employees, agents and servants from
all actions, causes of action, claims, demands, damages, costs, loss of services, expenses and
compensation associated with this event or your conduct arising from the event.