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PE Disability Pride Flag 7-9 — File 26-1071
PUBLIC EVENT/SPECIAL ALCOHOL LICENSE APPLICATION
City of Somerville, Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Application #: PEL26-000065
File #: 26-016239
Disability Pride Flag Celebration
Event Name:
Disability Pride Flag Raising-City Hall
Business Name:
Public Event License
Application Type:
93 HIGHLAND AVE
Location:
APPLICANT
City of Somerville
Company Name:
Jesse Moos
Contact Name:
Business Address:
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Home Address:
93 HIGHLAND AVE
Somerville, MA 02143
Work Phone:
Home Phone:
jmoos@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: Flag raising on the City Hall concourse at the three flag poles.
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: 07/09/2026
Event Setup Begins: 03:00 PM
Start Time: 04:00 PM
End Time: 05:00 PM
Event Cleanup Ends: 05:30 PM
Do You Have a Proposed Rain Date for Your Public Event?: Yes
Date: 07/16/2026
Start Time: 04:00 PM
End Time: 05:30 PM
Organization name; if none, your name: City of Somerville-Mayor's Office
Describe any social or cultural benefits
of this event for Somerville residents : Disability Pride Month 2026 will be celebrated from Jul 1 through July 31st. The
month recognizes the history, achievements, struggles, and experiences of people with disabilities.
Describe any financial benefits of this event for Somerville businesses or organizations: none
What is the budget for this event?: n/a
Complete Mailing Address : 93 Highland Ave Somerville, MA 02143
Contact name for follow-up questions (Will be available to the public): Jesse A Moos
Email: jmoos@somervillema.gov
Phone (Will be available to the public): [phone removed]
Event Name : Disability Pride Flag Celebration
Describe the Event: podium, microphone, chairs, tent, 2 tables for refreshments and materials
Describe any Entertainment at the Event (if none, type None): none
Describe any tents, inflatables, or other temporary structures to be used (if none, type None): tents
Describe any accessibility features available to attendees/participants: accessible parking and seating
Estimated maximum attendance at one time : 50
Estimated total number of
people attending: 50
Estimated total number of
Somerville residents attending : 50
Maximum number of attendees you will accommodate: 50
Attendee fees or suggested donations
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: n/a
Will this event be open to the public?: Yes
Describe your outreach/publicity: The Mayor's office, Comms teams and other departments to spread the word.
Will food be served?: No
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? : No
Has this event occurred in the last two years? : Yes
If yes, prior dates : annually, see 2025 event.
Police Detail : No
Parking for Attendees : Yes
If yes, describe:8: parking on first come, first serve basis lot by 4:30 pm
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:9: restrooms in City Hall.
Liability Insurance : No
Approval Conditions:
CS Mayor, Mayor's Office, Approved
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:
Courtney Henderson, City Clerk, Approved
Reviewer:
Jesse Moos, Engineering, Complete
Reviewer:
Emergency Management, Office of Emergency Management, Approved
Reviewer: