PE India Flag Raising 8-9 — File 25-1219

PUBLIC EVENT/SPECIAL ALCOHOL LICENSE APPLICATION City of Somerville, Commonwealth of Massachusetts Application #: PEL25-000112 File #: 25-015729 Public Event Application for: SOIA and India Association of Organization name: Greater Boston (IAGB) India Flag Raising & & U.S. Flag Honoring Event name: Ceremony 2025 This is the 5th Annual India & U.S. Flag Description: Raising Ceremony, a heartfelt celebration of unity, heritage, and community hosted in partnership with the City of Somerville and the India Association of Greater Boston (IAGB). This special event honors India’s 78th Independence Day while paying tribute to the United States — the country so many of Somerville residents proudly call home. Under this year’s inspiring theme, “Working Together to Build a Stronger Community,” community members will come together to raise both the Indian and American flags in a powerful display of shared civic pride and cultural harmony. The ceremony will include remarks from local leaders, community members, and IAGB representatives — celebrating the vibrant contributions of Indian Americans and the values of inclusion, unity, and mutual respect that strengthen us all. All are welcome to attend this brief yet meaningful celebration. City Hall Concourse(93 Holland Street) Location: 08/09/2025 Date(s): 08/10/2025 Rain date(s): 09:00 AM Setup starts at (time): 1:00 PM Event ends at (time): None Entertainment: SOIA will ask 311 if they can Temporary Structures: provide one or two tents Attendees: Max attendance at one time: 20-30 Total people attending: 20-30 Maximum attendees accommodated: 30 Total Somerville residents attending: 20-30 None Attendee fees or suggested donations: Paid by IAGB What is your budget for this event: Social or cultural benefits: The ceremony will include remarks from local leaders, community members, and IAGB representatives — celebrating the vibrant contributions of Indian Americans and the values of inclusion, unity, and mutual respect that strengthen us all. Financial benefits: None Tanu Phoenix Event Contact: [phone removed] Event Contact Phone: Event Information Yes/No If yes, Describe Open to the public? Yes Sharing the event flyer on SOIA social accounts and IAGB's social accounts, and newsletters as well Food served? No Caterer used?

Alcohol served? No Grill/open-flame device used? No Streets blocked? No Sidewalks blocked? No Describe any accessibility features available to attendees/participants none 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 August 3rd, 2024 Approved By: CS Mayor, Approved Kevin Roche, Approved CS Traffic and Parking, Approved Eric Weisman, Approved Charles Breen, Approved Rico Isidoro, Approved Kimberly M. Wells, Approved