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PE East Coast Run Launch 9-24 — File 212345
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