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PEL22-000089 Parkdale BP — File 214059
PUBLIC EVENT/SPECIAL ALCOHOL LICENSE APPLICATION
City of Somerville, Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Application #: PEL22-000089
File #: 22-009497
Application for: Public Event
Organization name: Aaron Greiner
Event name: Parkdale Block Party
Description: The Parkdale Block Party will be a
celebration of summer, community, and our wonderful
neighborhood! From noon to 4pm on July 10th, we will
close Parkdale Street to cars and open it up to people.
We will have lawn games, art activities, food, and music.
It will be a chance for everyone in the neighborhood to
connect, relax, and have fun.
Location: Parkdale Street
Date(s): July 10, 2022
Rain date(s): July 16, 2022
Setup starts at (time): 11am
Event starts at (time): 12pm
Cleanup after the event ends at (time): 5pm
Event ends at (time): 4pm
Entertainment: We will play music during the party,
always keeping the volume at a respectful level.
Temporary Structures: None
Attendees:
Max attendance at one time: 50
Total people attending: 200
Maximum attendees accommodated: 200
Total Somerville residents attending: 150
Attendee fees or suggested donations: The event will
be free and open to the public. For those that are able,
we will ask for a $5 suggested donation to help cover
costs.
What is your budget for this event: $200
Social or cultural benefits:
The Parkdale Block Party will be open to the public! It
will be welcoming to all ages, including families, and will
include lots of fun summer activities (sidewalk chalk,
lawn games etc). We will advertise it widely so that all in
the community can come and celebrate.
Financial benefits:
We will purchase supplies for the party from local
businesses.
Event Contact: Aaron Greiner
Event Contact Phone: [phone removed]
Event Information
Yes/No
If yes, Describe
Open to the public?
Yes
We will notify all residents on the street at least a week
beforehand that the event is taking place. To advertise
the event, we will post flyers around the neighborhood,
post the event in local social media groups, and spread
the info by word-of-mouth.
Food served?
Yes
We will have lemonade and some other light snacks, all
for free.
Caterer used?
No
Alcohol served?
No
Grill/open-flame device used?
No
Streets blocked?
Yes
Parkdale Street
Sidewalks blocked?
No
Arrangements:
Police Detail:
No
Parking (for Attendees)?
No
Restrooms?
Yes
Participants will be directed to use nearby public
restrooms in Lincoln Park.
Liability Insurance?
No
Will any public parks be used?
No
Has the event occurred in the last two years?
No
Approval Conditions:
Approved By:
CS Mayor, Approved
Kevin Roche, Approved
Dennis Sullivan, Approved
CS Traffic and Parking, Approved
Sean Sylvester, Approved
Eric Weisman, Approved
Kimberly M. Wells, Approved