PE Juneteenth Flag 6-16 — File 25-1067

PUBLIC EVENT/SPECIAL ALCOHOL LICENSE APPLICATION City of Somerville, Commonwealth of Massachusetts Application #: PEL25-000077 File #: 25-012114 Public Event Application for: Department of Racial and Social Organization name: Justice, City of Somerville Juneteenth Flag Raising Ceremony Event name: The Juneteenth flag-raising ceremony will Description: include a speaking segment, followed by the raising of the flag. Somerville City Hall Concourse (93 Highland Location: Ave) 06/16/2025 Date(s): 06/17/2025 Rain date(s): 10:30 AM Setup starts at (time): 01:30 PM Event ends at (time): No Entertainment: RSJ will provide and utilize our Temporary Structures: own tents for the event. Table tents are 5 about feet long. Attendees: Max attendance at one time: 60 Total people attending: 60 Maximum attendees accommodated: 60 Total Somerville residents attending: 50 No Attendee fees or suggested donations: $300 What is your budget for this event: Social or cultural benefits: Juneteenth is a federal holiday in the United States commemorating the emancipation of enslaved Africans and African Americans. Juneteenth provides a platform to honor African and African-American history, culture, and resilience. Juneteenth is a powerful reminder of the importance of freedom and equality for all people. It offers a chance for reflection on past struggles while emphasizing the ongoing fight for justice, human rights, and the continued pursuit of equality in society. Financial benefits: N/A Elijah Booker Event Contact: [phone removed] Event Contact Phone: Event Information Yes/No If yes, Describe Open to the public? Yes Food served? Yes Ice cream Caterer used? Yes Gerly's Ice Cream, 415 Medford St, Somerville, MA 02145 Alcohol served? No Grill/open-flame device used? No Streets blocked? No City Hall Concourse parking lot will be closed for through traffic. Sidewalks blocked? No Describe any accessibility features available to attendees/participants We will coordinate to ensure handicap spots are available for those who wish to attend. The event will be advertised with this language: Individuals with disabilities who need auxiliary aids and services for effective communication, written materials in alternative formats, or reasonable modifications in policies and procedures, in order to access the programs and

activities of the City of Somerville or to attend meetings, should contact the ADA Coordinator, Adrienne Pomeroy, at [phone removed] x2059 or ada@somervillema.gov. Arrangements: Police Detail: No Parking (for Attendees)? Yes Accessible parking spots to be reserved for those in need Restrooms? Yes The event is scheduled to occur during the traditional City Hall hours Liability Insurance? No Will any public parks be used? No Has the event occurred in the last two years? Yes Juneteenth Flag Raising Ceremony - June 18, 2024 Juneteenth Flag Raising Ceremony - June 12, 2023 Approval Conditions: Approved By: CS Mayor, 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