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PE Carnaval 6-7 — File 26-0594
PUBLIC EVENT/SPECIAL ALCOHOL LICENSE APPLICATION
City of Somerville, Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Application #: PEL26-000017
File #: 26-007875
SomerStreets: Carnaval
Event Name:
Somerville Arts Council (Carnaval)
Business Name:
Public Event License
Application Type:
115 Broadway
Location:
APPLICANT
Somerville Arts Council
Company Name:
Iaritza Menjivar
Contact Name:
Business Address:
50 Evergreen Ave
Somerville, MA 02145
Home Address:
50 Evergeen Ave
Somerville, MA 02145
Work Phone:
Home Phone:
imenjivar@somervillema.gov
Email:
# of days: 1
Does this event occupy a public space or significantly affect nearby residents?: Yes
Are you the party applying for the Public Event License?: Yes
Describe the location in detail: The event takes place on the roads of Lower Broadway between McGrath Highway to
Franklin St and Pennsylvania Ave.
In the last 5 years, have you been found guilty, liable, or responsible, in any judicial or administrative proceeding,
for any violation of the City Wage Theft Ordinance or any State or Federal laws or regulations regulating the
payment of wages? City Wage Theft Ordinance: No
Date: 06/07/2026
Event Setup Begins: 11:30 AM
Start Time: 02:00 PM
End Time: 06:00 PM
Event Cleanup Ends: 08:00 PM
Do You Have a Proposed Rain Date for Your Public Event?: Yes
Date: 06/14/2026
Start Time: 11:30 AM
End Time: 08:00 PM
Organization name; if none, your name: Somerville Arts Council and East Somerville Main Streets
Describe any social or cultural benefits of this event for Somerville residents : SomerStreets is the City of Somerville's
take on Open Streets concept, closing streets to cars and opening them up for cycling, walking, dancing, and other modes of
activity. This event brings food, music, and programming from all over the world supporting the arts and encouraging people
to come out and celebrate.
Describe any financial benefits of this event for Somerville businesses or organizations: This event includes the
participation of the restaurants and businesses along Broadway. It brings large crowds and exposure to these businesses
that really need it.
What is the budget for this event?: 9,000
Complete Mailing Address : 50 Evergreen Ave Somerville, MA 02145
Contact name for follow-up questions (Will be available to the public): Iaritza Menjivar
Email: imenjivar@somervillema.gov
Phone (Will be available to the public): [phone removed]
Event Name : SomerStreets: Carnaval
Describe the Event: Somerstreets festival encourages people to come out for walking, dancing, and other modes of activity.
We bring food and music from all over the world supporting the arts! This event specially supports the businesses along the
route.
Describe any Entertainment at the Event (if none, type None): We will be featuring booths for the restaurants and
businesses along the route. We will have 2 stages of music featuring local artists and bands. There will be craft vendors
participation as well and other interactive activities and roaming acts.
Describe any tents, inflatables, or other temporary structures to be used (if none, type None): We will be featuring
booths for the restaurants and businesses along the route. We will have 2 stages of music featuring local artists and bands.
There will be craft vendors participation as well and other interactive activities, bouncy house, and roaming acts.
Describe any accessibility features available to attendees/participants: There will be designated ADA accessible
parking spots, sidewalks and crosswalks will be kept clear. Any set up will allow for enough space and accessibility. There is
also an ADA compliant space where we will have chairs, water, away from crowd for anyone that needs it.
Estimated maximum attendance at one time : 1300
Estimated total number of people attending: 3500
Estimated total number of Somerville residents attending : 2500
Maximum number of attendees you will accommodate: 3500
Attendee fees or suggested donations : free
Will this event be open to the public?: Yes
Describe your outreach/publicity: Social Media, Newsletters, Posters, Press Release
Will food be served?: Yes
If yes, describe:: There will be a number of businesses along Broadway setting up food tents outside on the street. We will
work with ISD to get this list sent and approved by them.
Will the event be catered?: No
Will a grill/open-flame device be used? : Yes
If yes, describe:: there will likely be a couple of food vendors with charcoal grills, this will be determined on the temporary
food permit by each business and coordinator checklist.
Will any streets be blocked? : Yes
If yes, describe:: Lower Broadway between McGrath Highway to Franklin St and Pennsylvania Ave.
Road to be closed: Broadway
Cross street where road closure will start: McGrath Highway
Cross street where road closure will end: Pennsylvania Ave at Broadway
Will any sidewalks be blocked? : No
Will any public parks be used? : No
Has this event occurred in the last two years? : Yes
If yes, prior dates : 06/01/2025, 06/02/2024
Police Detail : Yes
If yes, describe:: Police Detail needs will be determined in the Incident Action Plan.
Parking for Attendees : Yes
If yes, describe:: We will work with Traffic and Parking to coordinate parking limitations and ADA accessible spots.
Restrooms : Yes
If yes, please describe the restrooms being provided, and if you are providing portable toilets, state how they will be
delivered and removed:: We will be working with the Department of Public Works to arrange drop off of porta-potties.
Liability Insurance : No
Approval Conditions:
CS Mayor, Mayor's Office, Approved
Reviewer:
Albert Bargoot, ISD Building, Approved
Reviewer:
Maureen Lee, ISD Health, Complete
Reviewer:
Kevin Roche, Engineering, Approved
Reviewer:
Eric Weisman, Public Works, Approved
Reviewer:
Charles Breen, Fire Prevention, Approved
Reviewer:
Suzanne Rinfret, Traffic and Parking, Approved
Reviewer:
Mackenzie Richardson, Police, Approved
Reviewer:
Kimberly M. Wells, City Clerk, Approved
Reviewer:
Jesse Moos, Engineering, Complete
Reviewer: