PE SAC Porchfest 5-13 — File 23-0437

PUBLIC EVENT/SPECIAL ALCOHOL LICENSE APPLICATION City of Somerville, Commonwealth of Massachusetts Application #: PEL23-000016 File #: 23-002558   Application for: Public Event Organization name: Somerville Arts Council   Event name: PorchFest Description: PorchFest is a traditional approach with bands performing on local porches, while guests move through the city. This event is decentralized efforts among bands neighborhoods and community--- this is not a festival per se. The intent is to showcase Somerville's musical talent.   Location: Citywide, decentralized event. The event takes place on different porches around the city. So different neighborhoods will be involved at different times of day. Different zones in Somerville are considered as: West Somerville, Central and East Somerville. Date(s): Saturday, May 13, 2023   Rain date(s): Sunday, May 14, 2023 Setup starts at (time): 11am   Event starts at (time): 12pm  Cleanup after the event ends at (time): 7pm   Event ends at (time): 6pm Entertainment: Live Music Temporary Structures: We will work with city and DPW in placing portajohns around the city. Attendees:     Max attendance at one time: 1,000   Total people attending: 5,000     Maximum attendees accommodated: 5,000   Total Somerville residents attending: 4,000   Attendee fees or suggested donations: free   What is your budget for this event: 1,000   Social or cultural benefits:  PorchFest is an opportunity to showcase local talent. This citywide event provides space and time for all level musicians to perform from the comfort of their porch.   Financial benefits:  PorchFest brings the community together and out into the neighborhoods. We have collected feedback from businesses that PorchFest is one of their busiest business days. Event Contact: Iaritza Menjivar Event Contact Phone: [phone removed] x2985 Event Information  Yes/No If yes, Describe Open to the public? Yes Social media, Newsletter, Press Release Food served? No Caterer used? Alcohol served? No Grill/open-flame device used? No Streets blocked? No Sidewalks blocked? No Arrangements:     Police Detail: Yes We will work with police to make sure there is crowd control and sidewalks and streets remain clear and safe. Parking (for Attendees)? No Restrooms? Yes We will work with City DPW to place portajohns around the city. Liability Insurance? No Will any public parks be used? No Has the event occurred in the last two years? Yes May 14, 2022, October 02, 2021 Approval Conditions: Approved By: CS Mayor, Approved Kevin Roche, Approved

Timothy Bakey, Approved CS Traffic and Parking, Approved Timothy Mitsakis, Approved Eric Weisman, Approved Kimberly M. Wells, Approved