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PE SAC Porchfest 10-2 — File 212349
PUBLIC EVENT/SPECIAL ALCOHOL LICENSE APPLICATION
City of Somerville, Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Application #: PEL21-000113
File #: 21-011611
Application for: Public Event
Organization name: Somerville Arts Council
Event name: PorchFest
Description: PorchFest is an event where bands
perform live on porches while guests move through the
city. The layout of the event is dependent on the bands
that sign up and their addresses. Guests will follow an
online map provided by the SAC.
Location: City wide event, zones and times:
-12-2pm West Zone (West of Willow Ave)
-2-4pm Central Zone (the area between Willow Ave. and
Central St)
- 4-6pm East Zone (the area east of Central St)
Date(s): October 2, 2021
Rain date(s): October 3, 2021
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 on porches in Somerville.
Temporary Structures: none
Attendees:
Max attendance at one time: 800
Total people attending: 1000
Maximum attendees accommodated: 1000
Total Somerville residents attending: 700
Attendee fees or suggested donations: free
What is your budget for this event: 500
Social or cultural benefits:
A citywide event that promotes local bands and
individual artists.
Financial benefits:
This event invites residents and community members to
come out to enjoy the music and support local
businesses. There is a good amount of foot traffic around
the city.
Event Contact: Iaritza Menjivar
Event Contact Phone: [phone removed] ext 2985
Event Information
Yes/No
If yes, Describe
Open to the public?
Yes
Press Release, Social Media, Community calendars
Food served?
No
Caterer used?
Alcohol served?
No
Grill/open-flame device used?
No
Streets blocked?
Yes
Possible road closures day of due to crowding, Residents
may submit for block party permits.
Sidewalks blocked?
No
Arrangements:
Police Detail:
Yes
Due to possbile crowding, will be described in IAP
Parking (for Attendees)?
No
Restrooms?
Yes
Will place porta-johns throughout different city locations
Liability Insurance?
No
Will any public parks be used?
No
Has the event occurred in the last two years?
Yes
May 11, 2019
Approved By:
CS Mayor, Approved
Scott Whalen, Approved with Conditions
Approved pending security plan with SPD and Arts council
CS Traffic and Parking, Approved
Christine Morin, Approved
Dennis Sullivan, Approved
Kevin Roche, Approved
Kimberly M. Wells, Approved