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