PE Halloween BP 10-28 — File 23-1463

PUBLIC EVENT/SPECIAL ALCOHOL LICENSE APPLICATION City of Somerville, Commonwealth of Massachusetts Application #: PEL23-000181 File #: 23-017652   Application for: Public Event Organization name: East Somerville Main Streets   Event name: Halloween Block Party & Pet Parade Description: This annual block party is one of the many initiatives we have to revitalize the E Cross St area and Chuckie Harris Park. The event hosts families and local nonprofits to enjoy Halloween-themed activities and enjoy a beautiful fall weekend. We will also include a pet parade and contest down Cross Street.   Location: Chuckie Harris Park and Cross Street E between Broadway and Pennsylvania Ave Date(s): October 28, 2023   Rain date(s): October 29, 2023 Setup starts at (time): 1:00PM   Event starts at (time): 3:00PM  Cleanup after the event ends at (time): 7:00PM   Event ends at (time): 6:00PM Entertainment: Live music, face painting, roaming masked performers, science demos, pumpkin decorating Temporary Structures: Tables, chairs, amps, microphone, road barriers, tents, small stage Attendees:     Max attendance at one time: 200   Total people attending: 400     Maximum attendees accommodated: 400   Total Somerville residents attending: 300   Attendee fees or suggested donations: This is a free event. There will be a $5 suggested donation to enter the pet costume contest.   What is your budget for this event: $1000   Social or cultural benefits:  This is a child-friendly event that draws foot traffic to Broadway businesses in East Somerville.   Financial benefits:  This event will increase foot traffic in the East Somerville business district and will likely result in increased patronage amongst Broadway businesses. Businesses will also have the opportunity to vend at the event. Event Contact: Lindsay Allen Event Contact Phone: [phone removed]     Event Information  Yes/No If yes, Describe Open to the public? Yes We will advertise on social media channels, our website, and our newsletter that reaches 2,000 people. We will also poster around Somerville. Food served? Yes Vendors will have the option of selling food. Caterer used? No Alcohol served? No Grill/open-flame device used? No Streets blocked? Yes We would like to close down Cross Street East in front of Chuckie Harris Park. Sidewalks blocked? No Describe any accessibility features available to attendees/participants We will provide all of the promotional materials in English, Spanish, and Portuguese. We will also have ADA bathrooms available at 149 Broadway. Arrangements:     Police Detail: No We will order Parking (for Attendees)? No Restrooms? Yes There is a porta john at the park. We will also have bathrooms available at 149 Broadway. Liability Insurance? Yes We will have event insurance. Will any public parks be used? Yes Chuckie Harris Park Has the event occurred in the last two years? Yes 10/29/2022

Approval Conditions: Reviewer: Timothy Bakey, Fire Prevention, Approved with Conditions 1. Tents greater than 10' x 12' require a permit from Fire Prevention. Please contact Fire Prevention at 617-625- 6600x8400 if a permit is needed. Approved By: CS Mayor, Approved Albert Bargoot, Approved Maureen Lee, Approved with Conditions Kevin Roche, Approved Timothy Bakey, Approved with Conditions Tents greater than 10' x 12' require a permit from Fire Prevention. Please contact Fire Prevention at 617-625-6600x8400 if a permit is needed. CS Traffic and Parking, Approved Eric Weisman, Approved Susan Yerkes, Approved Timothy Mitsakis, Approved