PE SAC Porchfest 5-11 — File 24-0197

PUBLIC EVENT/SPECIAL ALCOHOL LICENSE APPLICATION City of Somerville, Commonwealth of Massachusetts Application #: PEL24-000006 File #: 24-002066   Application for: Public Event Organization name: Somerville Arts Council   Event name: PorchFest Description: PorchFest is a traditional approach with bands performing on local porches, while guests move through the city. This event is decentralized efforts among bands neighborhoods and community--- this is not a festival per se. The intent is to showcase Somerville's musical talent.   Location: Citywide Date(s): Saturday, May 11, 2024   Rain date(s): Sunday, May 12, 2024 Setup starts at (time): 11am   Event starts at (time): 12pm  Cleanup after the event ends at (time): 7pm   Event ends at (time): 6pm Entertainment: Live Music Temporary Structures: We will work with city and DPW in placing portajohns and extra trash bins around the city. Attendees:     Max attendance at one time: 1,000   Total people attending: 5000     Maximum attendees accommodated: 5000   Total Somerville residents attending: 4000   Attendee fees or suggested donations: free   What is your budget for this event: 1,000   Social or cultural benefits:  PorchFest is an opportunity to showcase local talent. This citywide event provides space and time for all level musicians to perform from the comfort of their porch. Many musicians do not have proper spaces in Somerville to play or rehearse. This event give everyone the opportunity to play outdoors.   Financial benefits:  PorchFest brings the community together and out into the neighborhoods. We have collected feedback from businesses that PorchFest is one of their busiest business days. Event Contact: Iaritza Menjivar Event Contact Phone: [phone removed] x2985     Event Information  Yes/No If yes, Describe Open to the public? Yes Social media, Newsletter, Press Release Food served? No Caterer used? Alcohol served? No Grill/open-flame device used? No Streets blocked? No Sidewalks blocked? No Describe any accessibility features available to attendees/participants We will provide information on how each porch / band host can keep the sidewalks clear for participants. In our form we ask bands to describe if there locations are accessible or not. Arrangements:     Police Detail: Yes We will work with police to make sure there is crowd control and sidewalks and streets remain clear and safe. Parking (for Attendees)? No Restrooms? Yes We will work with City DPW to place portajohns around the city. Liability Insurance? No

Will any public parks be used? No Has the event occurred in the last two years? Yes May 14, 2022, May 13, 2023 Approval Conditions: Approved By: CS Mayor, Approved Albert Bargoot, Approved Kevin Roche, Approved Charles Breen, Approved CS Traffic and Parking, Approved Eric Weisman, Approved Timothy Misakis, Approved Kimberly M. Wells, Approved