PE Fireworks 6-25 — File 25-1066

PUBLIC EVENT/SPECIAL ALCOHOL LICENSE APPLICATION City of Somerville, Commonwealth of Massachusetts Application #: PEL25-000031 File #: 25-007267 Public Event Application for: Somerville Arts Council Organization name: Fireworks Celebration Event name: The City’s Fireworks Celebration is a vibrant Description: community event that brings residents and visitors together for an evening of entertainment, music, and dazzling fireworks. This festive gathering fosters civic pride, strengthens local traditions. All of Trum Field will be reserved. The event Location: festivities will occur on Broadway between Cedar Street and Medford Street. The fireworks displays will be launched from Trum Field. 06/25/2025 Date(s): 06/27/2025 Rain date(s): 02:00 PM Setup starts at (time): 11:30 PM Event ends at (time): The entertainment includes food vendors, Entertainment: live performances, and a spectacular fireworks display. Food trucks will be parked and Temporary Structures: also a vendor with a 10x10 tent. We will also have metal barricades with seats for seniors and chairs. Attendees: Max attendance at one time: 1,000 Total people attending: 3,000 Maximum attendees accommodated: 3,000 Total Somerville residents attending: 2,500 free Attendee fees or suggested donations: 18,000 What is your budget for this event: Social or cultural benefits: Hosting a fireworks event provides social and cultural benefits by fostering community engagement, bringing people together in a shared celebration. It enhances civic pride, strengthens local traditions, and supports cultural expression through music and festivities. Additionally, it boosts the local economy by attracting visitors who support businesses, while creating a sense of joy and unity among residents. Financial benefits: Hosting this event provides financial benefits by boosting the local economy through increased tourism and visitor spending at restaurants and shops. It creates business opportunities for vendors and food trucks. Increased foot traffic can also lead to long-term economic gains by promoting local businesses and encouraging repeat visits. Iaritza Menjivar Event Contact: [phone removed] x2985 Event Contact Phone: Event Information Yes/No If yes, Describe Open to the public? Yes Newsletter, Press Release, posters, social media Food served? Yes A couple food trucks selling fried dough and subs, italian sausages. There is also a food vendor selling pupusas. We will disclose this information on the Coordinator Checklist. Caterer used? No Alcohol served? No Grill/open-flame device used? No Streets blocked? Yes Broadway will be closed from Medford St to Boston Ave. There will be no access to Franey Road or Charles E. Ryan Road. This will all be disclosed in Incident Action Plan. The map attached shows this in better detail. Sidewalks blocked? No Describe any accessibility features available to attendees/participants There is a designated seating area, surrounded by barricades, to provide a safe and comfortable space for seniors and attendees in need of assistance. Additionally, a few designated parking spots are available in the municipal lot near the event area.

1. 2. 3. Arrangements: Police Detail: Yes Since roads will be closed and this is a Fireworks Display event, we will need police presence. The details of this will be disclosed in the Incident Action Plan. Parking (for Attendees)? Yes We usually request a few accessible parking spots in the municipal lot near Medford St for individuals with disabilities and for vendors. Restrooms? Yes We work with the DPW to drop porta-potties. Liability Insurance? No Will any public parks be used? Yes Trum field, all fields including basketball courts, baseball fields and pavillion. Has the event occurred in the last two years? Yes June 29th, 2023, June 27, 2024. Reviewer comments: Maureen Lee, ISD Health, Approved Reviewer: Submit a Coordinators Checklist and Temporary Food License application for each vendor. To prevent confusion during the event, submit a map identifying the location of each food vendor. Please include a statement listing food vendors that will be located in Medford. If assistance is needed, please contact MD, IDS Health Assistance Administrator. MD can be contacted at MAhsan@somervillema.gov. Approved By: CS Mayor, Approved Albert Bargoot, Approved Maureen Lee, Approved Kevin Roche, Approved CS Traffic and Parking, Approved Eric Weisman, Approved Susan Yerkes, Approved Charles Breen, Approved Rico Isidoro, Approved Kimberly M. Wells, Approved