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PUBLIC EVENT/SPECIAL ALCOHOL LICENSE APPLICATION City of Somerville, Commonwealth of Massachusetts Application #: PEL25-000038 File #: 20-005229 Public Event Application for: Mass Farmers Markets Organization name: Davis Square Farmers Market Event name: Located near the commercial and cultural Description: hub that is Somerville’s Davis Square, this long-running market features over two dozen Massachusetts farmers and food producers offering a vibrant selection of delicious produce, protein, baked goods, ready-to-eat meals, alongside a host of other locally made products. This beloved weekly event takes place across from our good friends at American Flatbread in the municipal parking lot adjacent to the Davis Square Plaza. Come say hello and support your local food system! Market in the municipal parking lot at Herbert Location: and Day St. 5/21, 5/28, 6/4, 6/11, 6/18, 6/25, 7/2, 7/9, 7/16, 7 Date(s): /23, 7/30, 8/6, 8/13, 8/20, 8/27, 9/3, 9/10, 9/17, 9/24, 10/1, 10/8, 10/15, 10/22, 10/29, 11/5, 11/12, 11/19, 11/26 n/a Rain date(s): 10:00 AM Setup starts at (time): 07:00 PM Event ends at (time): None Entertainment: 25-30 10x10 tents lining the Temporary Structures: municipal lot for our vendors Attendees: Max attendance at one time: 75 Total people attending: 800-2000 Maximum attendees accommodated: 800-2000 Total Somerville residents attending: 1500 None Attendee fees or suggested donations: TBD What is your budget for this event: Social or cultural benefits: Weekly market selling local agricultural products as well as creating food access through SNAP/HIP Financial benefits: This market attracts over 2000 people to Davis square weekly and has been an institution of the community for over 45 years. We have a loyalty card program that supports area businesses by giving out gift cards. Becca Handford Event Contact: [phone removed] x1005 Event Contact Phone: Event Information Yes/No If yes, Describe Open to the public? Yes Social media promotion, newsletter promotion, physical posters put up Food served? Yes Vendors will be serving food at their booths Caterer used? No Alcohol served? Yes Grill/open-flame device used? Yes Chef demos at market - vendors will apply for their license Streets blocked? No Sidewalks blocked? No Describe any accessibility features available to attendees/participants The parking lot is accessible to all. We are setting aside 2 designated accessibility parking spaces by entrances to the market. Arrangements: Police Detail: No Parking (for Attendees)? No
Restrooms? No Liability Insurance? Yes General liability policy for our market with a $1M maximum. Mass Farmers Market staff are covered by our workers comp policy. Individual vendors are all required to hold their own liability policies. Will any public parks be used? No Has the event occurred in the last two years? Yes Every year Approved By: CS Mayor, Approved Albert Bargoot, Approved Maureen Lee, Approved Kevin Roche, Approved CS Traffic and Parking, Approved Eric Weisman, Approved Charles Breen, Approved with Conditions Any vendor using open flame devices must contact Fire Prevention to seek advice on whether a permit and/or fire detail will be required. Rico Isidoro, Approved Kimberly M. Wells, Approved