PE SomerFest 9-10 — File 212290

PUBLIC EVENT/SPECIAL ALCOHOL LICENSE APPLICATION City of Somerville, Commonwealth of Massachusetts Application #: PEL21-000089 File #: 21-010109   Application for: Public Event Organization name: Somer Fest   Event name: Somer Fest Description: Somer Fest is a multi-genre performance arts festival held annually in Somerville.   Location: The grassy quadrant of Seven Hills park will be leveraged as a performance area replete with staging. Attendees are welcome to sit and stand in this area as well. The brick walkway/bike path should largely remain clear. Date(s): Friday, September 10, 2021   Rain date(s): Friday, September 17, 2021 Setup starts at (time): 2pm   Event starts at (time): 7pm  Cleanup after the event ends at (time): 10:30pm   Event ends at (time): 9:30pm Entertainment: Somer Fest will feature live music, stand-up comedy and magic. Temporary Structures: One stage for performances and two 10x10' tents Attendees:     Max attendance at one time: 300   Total people attending: 450     Maximum attendees accommodated: 500   Total Somerville residents attending: 375   Attendee fees or suggested donations: Free   What is your budget for this event: 5,000   Social or cultural benefits:  Somer Fest was awarded a Somerville Arts Project 2020 BIPOC Grant. This event is the fulfillment of the grant. This event is to celebrate BIPOC residents and artist as well.   Financial benefits:  Will bring people to Davis Square businesses. Foot traffic is always appreciated by the businesses. Event Contact: Iaritza Menjivar Event Contact Phone: [phone removed] ext 2985 Event Information  Yes/No If yes, Describe Open to the public? Yes social media, community calendars, SAC outreach, reddit, boston calendar Food served? No Caterer used? Alcohol served? Yes Grill/open-flame device used? No Streets blocked? No Sidewalks blocked? No Arrangements:     Police Detail: Yes SAC will coordinate with police Parking (for Attendees)? No Restrooms? Yes Porta johns Liability Insurance? No Will any public parks be used? Yes Seven Hills Park Has the event occurred in the last two years? Yes July 19th 2019, Somer Fest occurred at Bow Market in Union Square. Approved By: CS Mayor, Approved Scott Whalen, Approved Paul Nonni, Approved CS Traffic and Parking, Approved Christine Morin, Approved Dennis Sullivan, Approved Jill Lathan, Approved Kevin Roche, Approved with Conditions APPROVAL CONDITION KTR 210816: Maintain pedestrian access to sidewalks and community path at all times. Kimberly M. Wells, Approved