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PUBLIC EVENT/SPECIAL ALCOHOL LICENSE APPLICATION City of Somerville, Commonwealth of Massachusetts Application #: PEL23-000073 File #: 23-006443   Application for: Public Event Organization name: Somerville Foundation for Animals   Event name: Somerville Dog festival Description: Annual gathering of people and their dogs. Vendor booths, dog demonstrations, training assistance and games.   Location: Trum Field Date(s): 09/24/23   Rain date(s): none Setup starts at (time): 7am   Event starts at (time): 11am  Cleanup after the event ends at (time): 5pm   Event ends at (time): 3pm Entertainment: Contests such as best trick and best dressed. Play performed on stage with dog "actors". Temporary Structures: 10'x10' tents for vendors and the organizers. Attendees:     Max attendance at one time: 3,000-4,000   Total people attending: 5,000-6,000     Maximum attendees accommodated: 10,000   Total Somerville residents attending: 2,000-3,000   Attendee fees or suggested donations: Free admission. Any donations accepted.   What is your budget for this event: $10,000-15,000   Social or cultural benefits:  Social gathering for dogs and the people who love them. Educational resources about animal health and wellness.   Financial benefits:  The festival attracts thousands of people who can also support local businesses while there. Event Contact: Adam Parker Event Contact Phone: [phone removed]     Event Information  Yes/No If yes, Describe Open to the public? Yes Social media, flyers Food served? Yes Food trucks Caterer used? No Alcohol served? No Grill/open-flame device used? No Streets blocked? No Sidewalks blocked? No Describe any accessibility features available to attendees/participants Trum Field is accessible to all Arrangements:     Police Detail: Yes Will coordinate with SPD for a detail and we will be inviting Officer Tim Sullivan and his K9 Lobo. Parking (for Attendees)? No Restrooms? Yes Trum Field has restrooms. Liability Insurance? Yes Event liability insurance will be obtained through our insurance carrier. Will any public parks be used? Yes Trum Field Has the event occurred in the last two years? No Approval Conditions: Approved By: CS Mayor, Approved Albert Bargoot, Approved
Susan Yerkes, Approved Kevin Roche, Approved Timothy Bakey, Approved CS Traffic and Parking, Approved Timothy Mitsakis, Approved Eric Weisman, Approved Kimberly M. Wells, Approved