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PE Arbor Picnic 5-8 — File 26-0686
PUBLIC EVENT/SPECIAL ALCOHOL LICENSE APPLICATION
City of Somerville, Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Application #: PEL26-000030
File #: 26-009446
Arbor Day Picnic in the Park
Event Name:
Somerville Office of Sustainability
Business Name:
and Environment
Public Event License
Application Type:
290 Washington ST
Location:
APPLICANT
Somerville Office of Sustainability and
Company Name:
Environment
Emily Sullivan
Contact Name:
Business Address:
,
Home Address:
50 Evergreen Ave
Somerville, MA 02145
Work Phone:
Home Phone:
[email removed]
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: Lincoln Park: playground, parkour park, skate park, basketball courts, and open space.
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: 05/08/2026
Event Setup Begins: 02:00 PM
Start Time: 03:00 PM
End Time: 06:00 PM
Event Cleanup Ends: 07:00 PM
Do You Have a Proposed Rain Date for Your Public Event?: Yes
Date: 05/15/2026
Start Time: 03:00 PM
End Time: 06:00 PM
Organization name; if none, your name: Somerville Office of Sustainability and Environment
Describe any social or cultural benefits of this event for Somerville residents : The final 2026 event of Somerville's
annual SustainaVille Week. Join Somerville’s Public Space and Urban Forestry Division, Office of Sustainability and
Environment, and local environmental organizations to celebrate the end of SustainaVille Week! This family-friendly event
will have tree planting, climate carnival games, refreshments, and information on what’s happening in the community. Bring a
blanket and join the fun!
Describe any financial benefits of this event for Somerville businesses or organizations: n/a
What is the budget for this event?: $1,000
Complete Mailing Address : 50 Evergreen Ave Somerville, MA 02145
Contact name for follow-up questions (Will be available to the public): Emily Sullivan
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Email: esullivan@somervillema.gov
Phone (Will be available to the public): [phone removed]
Event Name : Arbor Day Picnic in the Park
Describe the Event: Join Somerville’s Public Space and Urban Forestry Division, Office of Sustainability and Environment,
and local environmental organizations to celebrate the end of SustainaVille Week! This family-friendly event will have tree
planting, climate carnival games, refreshments, and information on what’s happening in the community. Bring a blanket and
join the fun!
Describe any Entertainment at the Event (if none, type None): Carnival games, refreshments, speakers and music
Describe any tents, inflatables, or other temporary structures to be used (if none, type None): We anticipate using
approximately 1-2 tents for the resource/food tables. Tents dimensions : 10x10
Describe any accessibility features available to attendees/participants: The event will take place in the park and can be
accessed through curb ramps from existing sidewalks.
Estimated maximum attendance at one time : 75
Estimated total number of people attending: 125
Estimated total number of Somerville residents attending : 100
Maximum number of attendees you will accommodate: 125
Attendee fees or suggested donations : None
Will this event be open to the public?: Yes
Describe your outreach/publicity: Flyers to Lincoln Park neighbors and via Somerville Public Schools, including
Argenziano. Promotion included in all SustainaVille advertising through City social media channels, posters, webpage, and
more.
Will food be served?: Yes
If yes, describe:: Pre-prepared, potluck style, individual servings of food made by a local Somerville business
Will the event be catered?: Yes
Provide the name and address of each caterer: Still to be determined.
Will a grill/open-flame device be used? : No
Will any streets be blocked? : No
Will any sidewalks be blocked? : No
Will any public parks be used? : Yes
If yes, name of park(s) : Lincoln Park: playground, parkour park, skate park, basketball courts, and open space. Parks &
Rec Permit #: 11201.
Has this event occurred in the last two years? : No
Police Detail : No
Parking for Attendees : No
Restrooms : No
Liability Insurance : Yes
If yes, describe:: City of Somerville
Approval Conditions:
Maureen Lee, ISD Health, Approved with Conditions
Reviewer:
ISD Health has approved with the condition the applicant submits a coordinators checklist and food vendors submit a Temporary Food License.
Checklist and applications are due 30 days prior to the event. Please contact Arturo Vazquez if assistance is needed with the application process.
Arturo can be contacted at avazquez@somervillema.gov.
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Eric Weisman, Public Works, Approved with Conditions
Reviewer:
Please make sure to request a permit through Myrec
CS Mayor, Mayor's Office, Approved
Reviewer:
Kevin Roche, Engineering, Approved
Reviewer:
Yianny Tsirigotis, Recreation, 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: