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PE Porchfest on Morrison 5-13 — File 23-0760

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PUBLIC EVENT/SPECIAL ALCOHOL LICENSE APPLICATION City of Somerville, Commonwealth of Massachusetts Application #: PEL23-000071 File #: 23-006392   Application for: Public Event Organization name: Jeff Kaufman   Event name: Porchfest on Morrison Ave Description: This is for a block party during Porchfest, giving more space for people to listen to music and socialize with each other. Historically the band performing at 69 Morrison has drawn a large crowd and it would be safer to close the street opposite.   Location: Morrison Ave between Rogers Ave and Highland Road Date(s): 05/13/2023   Rain date(s): 05/14/2023 Setup starts at (time): 1:30pm   Event starts at (time): 2pm  Cleanup after the event ends at (time): 4:30pm   Event ends at (time): 4pm Entertainment: Kingfisher will be playing at 69 Morrison for Porchfest. https://somervilleartscouncil.org/node/48690 Temporary Structures: None Attendees:     Max attendance at one time: 150   Total people attending: 300     Maximum attendees accommodated: 300   Total Somerville residents attending: 200   Attendee fees or suggested donations: none   What is your budget for this event: Free   Social or cultural benefits:  More space to listen to music   Financial benefits:  Attendees buying food and drink from local businesses Event Contact: Jeff Kaufman Event Contact Phone: [phone removed] Event Information  Yes/No If yes, Describe Open to the public? Yes Porchfest is already running substantial publicity. Food served? No Caterer used? Alcohol served? No Grill/open-flame device used? No Streets blocked? Yes Morrison Ave, between Rogers and Highland Sidewalks blocked? No Arrangements:     Police Detail: No Parking (for Attendees)? No Restrooms? No Liability Insurance? No Will any public parks be used? No Has the event occurred in the last two years? Yes Sat. May 14th 2022 Approval Conditions: Approved By: CS Mayor, Approved Kevin Roche, Approved Timothy Bakey, Approved with Conditions Movable street barriers to allow for emergency vehicle access. CS Traffic and Parking, Approved
Timothy Mitsakis, Approved Eric Weisman, Approved Kimberly M. Wells, Approved