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PE East Coast Run Launch 9-24 — File 212345

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PUBLIC EVENT/SPECIAL ALCOHOL LICENSE APPLICATION City of Somerville, Commonwealth of Massachusetts Application #: PEL21-000105 File #: 21-010874   Application for: Public Event Organization name: Squad-Driven   Event name: East Coast Run Launch Description: 50-60 high end cars will meet here in the morning of September 24th in preparation to launch our East Coast Run fundraiser event. We use our high- profile cars to raise funds and awareness for various foundations, and raise tens of thousands of dollars every year. We have selected Somerville as our Launch location this year, because of the historical significance of Assembly Row to the automotive community, and it's proximity to many of our community members. We will park and mingle while we register and check in for this year's event.   Location: Foley St from Grand Union Blvd to Assembly row Date(s): Sept 24th, 2021   Rain date(s): None Setup starts at (time): 4AM   Event starts at (time): 7AM  Cleanup after the event ends at (time): 9:30AM   Event ends at (time): 9AM Entertainment: A DJ will play background music while we mingle Temporary Structures: none Attendees:     Max attendance at one time: 120   Total people attending: 120     Maximum attendees accommodated: 150   Total Somerville residents attending: 0   Attendee fees or suggested donations: 0   What is your budget for this event: 0   Social or cultural benefits:  We are bringing a number of high-end cars and their owners to the area, providing the residents of Somerville an opportunity to gather socially, focused around an exciting, unique experience. Additionally, our community is welcoming, knowledgable, and passionate about our hobby and we love sharing with the local community. Every time we drive through a town or city, we take joy in talking with the local community, showing them our hobby, and inspiring them. Residents across the US are known to reach out to their family and friends and urge them to come check out the rally that's coming though town.   Financial benefits:  In addition to staying at a local hotel, we place emphasis on partnering with local businesses wherever we stay. From breakfast cafes, to the host of our evening event, to local first responders and automotive businesses, we always make sure to encourage our community to support local. Event Contact: Asa Gladstein Event Contact Phone: [phone removed] Event Information  Yes/No If yes, Describe Open to the public? No Food served? No PKL has partnered with The Smoke Shop BBQ, who will provide food to PKL/Squad-Driven Caterer used? No Alcohol served? No Grill/open-flame device used? No Streets blocked? Yes Foley St from Grand Union Blvd to Assembly Row Sidewalks blocked? No Arrangements:     Police Detail: Yes Two detail units will be on scene at launch, and they will
escort us out of Assembly row to 93 north. The route is attached Parking (for Attendees)? Yes We will shut down Foley st for us to park in preparation to launch. The parking diagram is attached. Restrooms? Yes PKL has a restroom trailer, and the Row hotel (our overnight accommodations) has restrooms Liability Insurance? Yes We have purchased and carry private event liability insurance for all of our events. Will any public parks be used? No Has the event occurred in the last two years? Yes June 10th, 2021, Aug 20th, 2020, July 19th, 2019 Approved By: CS Mayor, Approved with Conditions Set-up noise must be kept to a minimum. No equipment before 7 a.m. Scott Whalen, Approved with Conditions Please contact Sgt Whalen at Police dept to discuss police details. CS Traffic and Parking, Approved with Conditions Meters will need to be bagged. Christine Morin, Approved Dennis Sullivan, Approved Maureen Lee, Approved Kevin Roche, Approved Kimberly M. Wells, Approved