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PE Taste 6-13 — File 205400
PUBLIC EVENT/SPECIAL ALCOHOL LICENSE APPLICATION
City of Somerville, Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Application #: PEL18-000034
File #: 18-004626
Application for: Public Event, Special Alcohol, All Forms
Organization name: 2018 Taste of Somerville c/o
Walnut Street Center, Inc
Event name: 2018 Taste of Somerville
Description: Produced by the Somerville Chamber of
Commerce Dining and Nightlife Group, the Taste of
Somerville is a unique way to experience Somerville's
dining and nightlife scene. Feast on a bountiful sampling
of dishes from Somerville's eclectic dining scene. More
than 60 local restaurants will be serving their items. All
food is included in the price of the admission.
Location: Powderhouse Park Powder House Park
Date(s): 06/13/2018
Rain date(s): 06/20/18, 06/27/2018
Setup starts at (time): 7am
Event starts at (time): 5pm
Cleanup after the event ends at (time): 12am
Event ends at (time): 8pm
Attendees:
Max attendance at one time: 2500
Total people attending: 2500
Maximum attendees accommodated: 2500
Total Somerville residents attending: 1250
Attendee fees or suggested donations: $100 (VIP),
$50 (General Admission)
What is your budget for this event: 40,000
Social or cultural benefits:
The Somerville Chamber hosts, organizes and promotes
the Taste of Somerville. The Taste is a unique culinary
event and dining and nightlife celebration.
Financial benefits:
The proceeds from the ticket sales, event sponsorship
and raffle sales will benefit the Walnut Street Center, Inc.
Event Contact: Carolyne Guffey
Event Contact Phone: [phone removed]
Event Information
Yes/No
If yes, Describe
Food served?
Yes
Restaurants will be serving tastes of food
Alcohol served?
Yes
Alcohol to be served: All Forms, Outdoors Power House
Park
Grill/open-flame device used?
Yes
Some of the participating restaurants may be grilling on
site
Streets blocked?
No
Sidewalks blocked?
Yes
Food Trucks will be on the Broadway side
Arrangements:
Auxiliary Police?
Yes
As required
Police Detail:
Yes
As required or recommended
Parking (for Attendees)?
No
Restrooms?
Yes
Portable restrooms and sinks will be rented from Taylor
Rental
Liability Insurance?
Yes
Rider per board suggestion
Will any public parks be used?
Yes
Powder House Park
Has the event occurred in the last two years?
Yes
06/14/2017
Approval Conditions:
Reviewer: CS Traffic and Parking, Traffic and Parking, Approved with Conditions
1. A meeting with Traffic and Parking a minimum of 1 month prior to event.
Reviewer: Ben Lipham, ISD Health, Approved with Conditions
1. All food vendors must apply for a Temporary Food License.
Reviewer: CS Fire, Fire Prevention, Approved with Conditions
1. Approval is based on fire details and communications regarding the use of grills
2. Approval is based on fire details and communications regarding the use of grills
Approved By:
CS Mayor, Approved
Scott Whalen, Approved
CS Traffic and Parking, Approved with Conditions
A meeting with Traffic and Parking a minimum of 1 month prior to event.
Christine Morin, Approved
CS Fire, Approved with Conditions
Approval is based on fire details and communications regarding the use of grills
Ben Lipham, Approved with Conditions
All food vendors must apply for a Temporary Food License.
Jill Lathan, Approved
John J. Long, Approved
City Treasurer, Approved
Ben Lipham, Approved with Conditions
Scott Whalen, Approved
CS Fire, Approved with Conditions
Approval is based on fire details and communications regarding the use of grills