PE Nepali Fest 9-5 — File 26-1216

PUBLIC EVENT/SPECIAL ALCOHOL LICENSE APPLICATION City of Somerville, Commonwealth of Massachusetts Application #: PEL26-000081 File #: 26-019888 Somerville Nepali Street Food Festival Event Name: SOIA - Office of Immigrant Affairs Business Name: Public Event License Application Type: 93 Highland AVE Location: APPLICANT SOIA - Office of Immigrant Affairs Company Name: Karim L. Razzaz Contact Name: Business Address: , Home Address: 42 Cross St Somerville, MA 02145 Work Phone: Home Phone: krazzaz@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 Somerville City Hall Concourse, along with the sidewalk and parking - 93 Highland Ave, Somerville 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: 09/05/2026 Event Setup Begins: 11:30 AM Start Time: 12:00 PM End Time: 09:00 PM Event Cleanup Ends: 09:30 PM Do You Have a Proposed Rain Date for Your Public Event?: Yes Date: 09/06/2026 Start Time: 12:00 PM End Time: 09:00 PM Organization name; if none, your name: SOIA - Office of Immigrant Affairs / Non-Resident Nepali Association - MA Describe any social or cultural benefits of this event for Somerville residents : The Nepali Food Festival will celebrate Nepali culture through food, traditions, and community connections while creating opportunities for residents to learn from each other, build relationships, and celebrate Somerville’s diversity. Describe any financial benefits of this event for Somerville businesses or organizations: The Nepali Food Festival will support Somerville local businesses by attracting visitors, creating opportunities for vendors, and promoting cultural businesses while strengthening community partnerships and economic activity in Somerville. What is the budget for this event?: N/A Complete Mailing Address : 42 Cross St. Somerville, MA

Contact name for follow-up questions (Will be available to the public): Karim L. Razzaz Email: krazzaz@somervillema.gov Phone (Will be available to the public): [phone removed] Event Name : Somerville Nepali Street Food Festival Describe the Event: The Nepali Food Festival is a community celebration featuring traditional Nepali cuisine, music, and activities that showcase Nepal’s rich heritage. The event will bring together Somerville residents and community members to enjoy authentic food, connect with one another, and celebrate cultural diversity. Describe any Entertainment at the Event (if none, type None): Nepali Music Describe any tents, inflatables, or other temporary structures to be used (if none, type None): We will need 15 tables / 30 chairs Describe any accessibility features available to attendees/participants: Interpretation services are available in multiple languages upon request. Persons with disabilities can request accommodations by contacting the ADA Coordinator at 617- 625-6600 x 2059 or ADA@somervillema.gov Estimated maximum attendance at one time : 1000 Estimated total number of people attending: 1200 Estimated total number of Somerville residents attending : 800 Maximum number of attendees you will accommodate: 1200 Attendee fees or suggested donations . . . : Free and Open to the Public - Food will be available for purchase Will this event be open to the public?: Yes Describe your outreach/publicity: The event will be promoted through multilingual city communication channels, community outreach, social media, local networks, and partner organizations to reach a broad and diverse audience in Somerville. Will food be served?: Yes If yes, describe:1: Through Somerville local Businesses Will the event be catered?: Yes Provide the name and address of each caterer: Through Somerville local Businesses, we can share the names and addresses later once we confirm the caterers Will a grill/open-flame device be used? : No Will any streets be blocked? : No Will any sidewalks be blocked? : Yes If yes, describe:5: The City Hall Concourse sidewalk / Parking Will any public parks be used? : No Has this event occurred in the last two years? : No Police Detail : No Parking for Attendees : Yes If yes, describe:8: We will request that the Parking Department relax parking restrictions around City Hall Restrooms : No Liability Insurance : No Approval Conditions: Maureen Lee, ISD Health, Approved with Conditions Reviewer:

1. 1. ISD Health has approved with the condition the applicant submits a Coordinators Checklist 30 days prior to the event. If assistance is needed, please contact Arturo Vazquez. Arturo can be contacted at avazquez@somervillema.gov. Charles Breen, Fire Prevention, Approved with Conditions Reviewer: Maintain a fire lane through the event area so that fire apparatus will have access to City Hall and the 1895 building. CS Mayor, Mayor's Office, Approved Reviewer: Kevin Roche, Engineering, Approved Reviewer: Eric Weisman, Public Works, 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: