PE SAC Big Gay Dance 6-17 — File 23-0693

PUBLIC EVENT/SPECIAL ALCOHOL LICENSE APPLICATION City of Somerville, Commonwealth of Massachusetts Application #: PEL23-000040 File #: 23-004537   Application for: Public Event Organization name: Somerville Arts Council   Event name: Big Gay Dance Party Description: This event is a small outdoor dance party to celebrate Pride month. We also feature performers and some interactive activities for children and adults.   Location: Union Square Plaza and partial use of Union Sq Parking Lot Date(s): Saturday, June 17th, 2023   Rain date(s): Sunday, June 18th, 2023 Setup starts at (time): 3pm   Event starts at (time): 5pm  Cleanup after the event ends at (time): 9pm   Event ends at (time): 8pm Entertainment: We will have a DJ for a dance party and pride flags hanging in the plaza. We will also have a local artist showcasing their work and community tabling by LGBTQ focused organizations. Temporary Structures: tables and a couple 10x10 tents Attendees:     Max attendance at one time: 300   Total people attending: 600     Maximum attendees accommodated: 700   Total Somerville residents attending: 500   Attendee fees or suggested donations: free   What is your budget for this event: 3,000   Social or cultural benefits:  As part of our ArtsUnion event series to enhance the cultural economic development of Union Square, we present the Big Gay Dance Party. We want the community to celebrate Pride month. This is a free, outdoor dance party for all LGBTQ individuals and allies.   Financial benefits:  The event takes place in Union Square Plaza, the heart of Union Square where small businesses are located. This will bring crowds from all over Somerville and neighboring cities to Union Sq. Event Contact: Iaritza Menjivar Event Contact Phone: [phone removed] x2985 Event Information  Yes/No If yes, Describe Open to the public? Yes Posters, Newsletter, online calendars, social media, Press Release. Food served? No Caterer used? Alcohol served? No Grill/open-flame device used? No Streets blocked? No Sidewalks blocked? No Arrangements:     Police Detail: No Parking (for Attendees)? Yes Designated spots for accessibility Restrooms? Yes portajohns in Union Square Liability Insurance? No Will any public parks be used? No Has the event occurred in the last two years? Yes June 11, 2021, June 11, 2022 Approval Conditions: Approved By: CS Mayor, Approved Albert Bargoot, Approved Kevin Roche, Approved

Timothy Bakey, Approved CS Traffic and Parking, Approved Timothy Mitsakis, Approved Eric Weisman, Approved Kimberly M. Wells, Approved