United States Department of the Interior

NATIONAL PARK SERVICE

National Capital Region
1100 Ohio Drive, S.W.
IN REPLY REFER TO:
Washington, D.C. 20242

PUBLIC GATHERING PERMIT

Permit: 21-0271 Date: January 4, 2021

In accordance with Park Regulations as contained in C.F.R., Title 36, Chapter 1, Section 7.96,
permission is granted to conduct a public gathering to the following:

Person(s) and/or Organization(s): The Silent Majority

Dates(s): Tuesday, January 5, 2021 To: Wednesday, January 6, 2021

Time: Starting: 10:00am Ending: 7:00pm
Location(s):
Mall: North Inner Gravel Walkway, 13th - 14th Street

Purpose: Demonstration to support First Amendment rights

Anticipated Number or Participants: 250

Person(s) in Charge: James Epley
Address(es): (b) (6)
(b) (6)
Phone Number: (b) (6) Mobile Number:

This permit is granted subject to the following conditions:

1. Permittee and all participants authorized therein must comply with all of the conditions of
this permit and with all reasonable directions of the United States Park Police.
2. All sidewalks, walkways, and roadways must remain unobstructed to allow for the
reasonable use of these areas by pedestrians, vehicles and other park visitors.

PERMITTEE IS RESPONSIBLE FOR READING AND ADHERING TO ATTACHED

ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS.
PERMIT # 20-0271
ISSUED TO: SILENT MAJORITY
LOCATION: NATIONAL MALL CENTER EAST WEST GRAVEL WALKWAY AT 13TH
STREET (PANEL 17) AND PANEL 16
JANUARY 5 and 6, 2021 (10:00 A.M. – 7:00 P.M.)

Activity Overview: The Silent Majority will conduct a rally to support first amendment rights.
The rally will feature speeches by Mr. Epley 12 pm, 2pm and 5 pm each day. This is a static rally
not involving any marches. The estimated number of participants is 250-500.

Timeline
January 5, 2021
10:00 am - 1:00 pm Setup of equipment
1:00 pm - 6:00 pm Rally -speeches
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Strike of event (removal from Mall) and dispersal of participants

January 6, 2021*
8:00 am - 12:00 pm Setup of equipment
12:00 pm - 6:00 pm Rally-speeches
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Strike of equipment(removal from Mall) and dispersal of participants

*Please enter at 15th Street and Independence Avenue (Near the Washington Monument with a printed
copy of the permit) Truck must find legal parking

Equipment :( see diagram for set up and walk route)

Authorized structural equipment permitted to setup on center turf with the use of flooring
only between 13th – 14th Streets: (driving is not permitted on the turf)
NONE
Authorized structural equipment permitted to setup on north/south gravel and east/west
gravel walkways only 13th Street:
a. 30 ft Trailer pulled by a pickup truck
b. Generator (located in trailer)
c. Small Sound system
d. 10' x 20' tent located next to the stage
e. Banner
f. Signs
g. Tripod lights
Other authorized equipment used in designated areas (gravel walkways)
Sound equipment
Brochures/handouts

General Conditions:

A. This permit authorizes Silent Majority use of the National Mall Center east west gravel
walkway at 13th street starting Tuesday, January 5, at 10:00 am and concluding at 7:00 pm
on Tuesday, January 5. AND this permit authorize use of the same area Wednesday,
January 6, 2021 at 8:00 am and concluding at 7:00 pm on Wednesday, January 6, 2021.
THIS PERMIT DOES NOT AUTHORIZE ANY ROAD CLOSURES OF JEFFERSON
OR MADISON DRIVES.

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PERMIT # 20-0271
ISSUED TO: SILENT MAJORITY
LOCATION: NATIONAL MALL CENTER EAST WEST GRAVEL WALKWAY AT 13TH
STREET (PANEL 17) AND PANEL 16
JANUARY 5 and 6, 2021 (10:00 A.M. – 7:00 P.M.)

B. Additional Permits: The Permittee is responsible for obtaining the necessary permissions
and/or permits from the Metropolitan Police Department (202-671-6522), or from other
federal, state or local agencies or departments for the use of public lands other than those
under the jurisdiction of the National Park Service.

C. Prior to beginning construction or placement of all facilities, will contact Marisa Richardson
to coordinate specific logistical requirements. Permittee and its representatives will follow
instructions provided by these individuals with regard to accessing park property and will take
all precautions to protect park resources.

D. Permittee will be responsible for reimbursing the park for the cost of any damage to
NPS property—whether natural or man-made—resulting from Permittee’s activities
under this permit.

E. If Permittee or its agents/representatives/contractors/subcontractors cause any injury

or damage to park system resources, they may be liable for costs and damages in
accordance with the System Unit Resource Protection Act, 54 USC §§ 100721-100725.

F. Permittee will be responsible for any injury to, loss of, or damage to federally owned or
controlled lands, waters, or resources (natural or cultural resources or facilities)
resulting from Permittee’s activities under this permit. Permittee is responsible for
reimbursing the National Park Service for any resource damage which may be incurred
as a result of this permitted activity.

G. Due to the exceptional time constraints associated with this permit and the complexity
of multiple vendors bringing materials and equipment to park land, special attention is
assigned to the requirement that the permittee will at all times provide an on-site
coordinator to be accessible to National Park Service and United States Park Police
personnel during the setup activities and during the load in/out of the event.

H. All request, correspondence and meetings with the National Park Service pertaining to
this permit shall be scheduled by the permittee in writing only. All contractors,
subcontractors or consultants must channel their request through the recognized
representatives of the permittee who in turn will contact the National Park Service
representative.

I. The Permittee is responsible for providing all necessary equipment/objects to

conduct this activity. All equipment must be removed from the park immediately
following the conclusion of the event on January 5 and 6 at 7:00 pm. Items left in
the park will be considered abandoned property and will not be the responsibility of
the National Park Service.

J. Indemnify save and hold harmless and defend the United States against all fines , claims,
damages, losses, judgments and expenses arising out of, or from any omission or activity in
connection with is permit.

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PERMIT # 20-0271
ISSUED TO: SILENT MAJORITY
LOCATION: NATIONAL MALL CENTER EAST WEST GRAVEL WALKWAY AT 13TH
STREET (PANEL 17) AND PANEL 16
JANUARY 5 and 6, 2021 (10:00 A.M. – 7:00 P.M.)

K. All request, correspondence and meetings with the National Park Service pertaining to this
permit shall be scheduled by the permittee only. All contractors, subcontractors or consultants
must channel their request through the recognized representatives of the permittee who in turn
will contact the National Park Service representative.

L. The permittee shall insure that all facilities and structures placed on park property adhere to
all applicable codes, standard, and regulations including but not limited to BOCA, OSHA,
USPHS and ADA, covering requirements including but not limited to safe handling of all
chemicals, proper disposal techniques and grounding of generators. Permittee will submit to
the NPS structural evaluation and design specification for all structures, e.g. arks, tents,
stages, cable trusses, audio and video towers, etc. for NPS review and approval.

M. All activities pursuant to this permit shall be in compliance with the requirements of Title VI
of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (78 Stat. 252; 42 U.S.C. 200d ed seg.); Title V, Section 504 of
the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (87 Stat. 394; 29 U.S.C 794); the Age Discrimination Act of
1975 (89 Stat. 728; 42 U.S.C. 6101 et seg.); and with all other Federal laws and regulations
prohibiting discrimination of grounds of race, color, national origin, handicap, religion, or sex
in employment and in providing facilities and services to the public. Nothing advertising for
employees shall be done which will prevent those covered by these laws from qualifying for
employment.

N. All proposed amendments or additions to this permit and all proposed locations of vehicles,
equipment, storage, installations of any kind, areas of activity, work and power plans shall be
submitted to the NPS for prior written approval prior to the installation of facilities. These
proposals shall be in map or diagram form suitable for on the ground inspection.

O. The permittee shall require all employees and/or contractors to exercise all normal and
reasonable safety precautions and to protect park visitors and property. Suitable devices such
as barricades, fences, lanterns, etc. necessary for employee and public safety, shall be
provided and adequately maintained. Such devices require the concurrence of the permit
specialist or designated representative.

P. Throughout the course of this permit, Silent Majority, is responsible for taking all
necessary precautions to minimize resource damage throughout the permitted area. In
addition, permittee must supervise their contractors and employees during set-up and
teardown to assure that there is no damage to park resources. All staff, volunteers,
artists/participants, and vendors involved in the construction and teardown of the permittees
stages and other structures will be issued some form of identification. The credentials will
identify the person by name and category and include any event logo.

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PERMIT # 20-0271
ISSUED TO: SILENT MAJORITY
LOCATION: NATIONAL MALL CENTER EAST WEST GRAVEL WALKWAY AT 13TH
STREET (PANEL 17) AND PANEL 16
JANUARY 5 and 6, 2021 (10:00 A.M. – 7:00 P.M.)

General Permittee Conditions

Q. No interference with the pedestrian traffic and no blocking of entrances, sidewalks, or

driveways is allowed. No impediment to or disruption of vehicular traffic is permitted. All
areas are to remain open to the general public at all times.

R. Throughout the course of the permit, the Permittee will require employees/volunteers, and
contractors, to exercise special care and attention to protect the resources of the National
Mall at panels 17,16 and its environs. In addition, the Permittee must supervise their
contractors, volunteers, and employees during setup and teardown to assure that there is no
damage to park resources.

S. The permittee shall require all employees and/or contractors to exercise all normal and
reasonable safety precautions and to protect park visitors and property. Suitable devices
such as barricades, fences, lanterns, etc. necessary for employee and public safety, shall be
provided and adequately maintained. Such devices require the concurrence of the NPS
Coordinator or designated representative.

T. The Permittee is responsible for providing all necessary equipment/objects to conduct this
activity. All equipment must be removed from the park immediately following the
conclusion of the event. Items left in the park will be considered abandoned property and
will not be the responsibility of the National Park Service.

U. Setup of any type equipment including but not limited to, staging, tents, chairs, bicycle
rack, card board recycling or trash containers, exhibits, displays etc. is not permitted on
the center panels of the Mall between 13th – 14th streets without the approved turf
protection flooring. SETUP ON TURF IS NOT PERMITTED AS PART OF THIS
PERMIT.

V. The collection of entry/registration fee is prohibited on parkland.

W. Balloons of any kind, glass containers and alcoholic beverages are not permitted.

X. Accessibility: The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) states that people with
disabilities must be able to obtain or enjoy “the same goods, services, facilities, privileges,
advantages, or accommodations” that are provided to other members of the public. The ADA
applies to temporary facilities, structures, services, programs, and activities associated with
this permitted event. Permittee is responsible for providing the following:

a. Permittee’s policies and operations for the event must meet the nondiscrimination
requirements of the ADA, including, but not limited to provision of accessible
parking, routes through site, food service, toilet, facilities, and assembly seating.

b. Permittee is responsible for providing auxiliary aids and services as requested.

Permittee is responsible for providing promotional material explaining how the public
can request a particular auxiliary aid or service and be informed of when specific
auxiliary aids and services may be available for all Welcome Celebration activities
held on parkland.
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PERMIT # 20-0271
ISSUED TO: SILENT MAJORITY
LOCATION: NATIONAL MALL CENTER EAST WEST GRAVEL WALKWAY AT 13TH
STREET (PANEL 17) AND PANEL 16
JANUARY 5 and 6, 2021 (10:00 A.M. – 7:00 P.M.)

c. Service animals, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), are
permitted under proper supervision. The ADA defines a service animal as any guide
dog, signal dog, or other animal individually trained to provide assistance to an
individual with a disability. If they meet this definition, animals are considered service
animals under the ADA regardless of whether they have been licensed or certified by
a state or local government.

d. The Permittee must consider elements of accessibility when designing the layout of
the event. Potential items for inclusion are:

1. Addition of temporary curb ramps where needed to provide an

accessible route
2. Location of structures and tents along an accessible route
3. Provision of auxiliary aids and services
4. Provision of and an accessible route from transit stops to the event
location
5. Provision of tactile braille signage
6. Provision of portable wheelchair lifts to access stages or other
elevated areas.

Y. Accessible Route: Permittee is responsible for providing individuals who use wheelchairs
or walking aids or who walk with difficulty, an accessible route of travel throughout the event
site. A successful accessible route connects site arrival points and parking with all exterior and
interior event exhibits and activities, including public amenities, such as toilet rooms, water
coolers, and concessions.

This single continuous path should:

1. Be smooth, but not slippery.
2. Be as level and as wide as possible without low or overhanging
hazards or obstructions.
3. Not require the use of stairs.

b. Space Requirements for Wheelchairs: Permittee is responsible for establishing

accessible routes to ensure that people who use mobility aids can successfully
navigate through the environment/event site. A space that is a minimum of 30 inches
wide by 48 inches long is necessary to park a wheelchair in a stationary position. The
space necessary for people using wheelchairs to make a 180-degree turn is a circle
with a diameter of 60 inches.
c. All ADA areas should be clearly marked.

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PERMIT # 20-0271
ISSUED TO: SILENT MAJORITY
LOCATION: NATIONAL MALL CENTER EAST WEST GRAVEL WALKWAY AT 13TH
STREET (PANEL 17) AND PANEL 16
JANUARY 5 and 6, 2021 (10:00 A.M. – 7:00 P.M.)

Z. Commercial Advertising Signage: Consistent with long-standing NPS regulations and

policy, and Public Law 108-108, Title I, §145, the erection, placement, or use of structures
and signs bearing commercial advertising is prohibited for any special event. The
recognition of special events sponsors, however, may be allowed if it has been specifically
authorized by this permit.
a. A permit may be issued that authorizes the recognition of sponsors of special
events, if the NPS determines that the size and form of the recognition is consistent
with the special nature and sanctity of the National Mall or any other requested
park area, and if the lettering or design identifying the sponsor is no larger than
one- third the size of the lettering or design identifying the special event. Further,
to the maximum extent practicable for such special events, public use of and,
access to the National Mall and other parkland is not to be restricted.

b. The Permittee shall submit a sign plan for NPS review and approval. Any request
seeking NPS approval for sponsor recognition must be submitted to the NPS at
least 14 days prior to the proposed event, and if approved by the NPS, will be
authorized within the terms of the special event permit. Authorized sponsor
recognition must be in keeping with NPS policy, regulations, and laws and be
appropriate to the scale and theme of the special event. Further, the overall size,
number, and design of any signs or banners shall be appropriate to the park setting
and lettering or design identifying the special event. Signs and banners may not be
affixed to existing trees or other NPS facilities or structures.

c. Only signs and/or banners specifically identifying and/or announcing the event or
portion of the event are permitted. Commercial sponsors may be recognized on
these same banners by letters and/or logos not to exceed one-third the height and
width of the primary lettering identifying the event.

AA. Distribution and Giveaways: Distribution or give-away of any commercial product

is limited to only those that may be consumed on the event site such as juices or popcorn.
Soliciting personal information such as names, addresses, telephone numbers, zip codes, etc.,
or any other information which may be used for future solicitation, or marketing purposes is
strictly prohibited. A list of all giveaway items will be provided to the National Park Service
for approval.

BB. Fire Hazards: To prevent potential fire hazards permittee must adhere to the
following:
a. Flammable and Combustible Clearance: A minimum of 10 ft. clearance of all
flammable or combustible materials or tall vegetation and trees.
b. Source of Ignition: Sources of ignition, including matches and lighters, shall not be
used within 20 ft. (6m) of areas used for fueling, servicing fuel systems of internal
combustion engines, or receiving or dispensing of Class I and Class II liquids –
examples include gasoline, diesel fuel, lacquers paint thinner
c. No Smoking: Smoking shall not be permitted especially in areas were combustible
materials are located. Plainly visible “ No Smoking” must be visible.

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PERMIT # 20-0271
ISSUED TO: SILENT MAJORITY
LOCATION: NATIONAL MALL CENTER EAST WEST GRAVEL WALKWAY AT 13TH
STREET (PANEL 17) AND PANEL 16
JANUARY 5 and 6, 2021 (10:00 A.M. – 7:00 P.M.)

CC. Fire Hydrants: A minimum 36 in. of clear space shall be maintained to permit
access to and operation of fire protection equipment, fire department inlet connections, or fire
protection system control valves. Vehicles must maintain a 15 ft. clearance of all fire hydrants.

DD. Generators: The Permittee may provide a generator for electrical power. Refueling
of diesel/gasoline powered generators on parkland is permitted pursuant to the following
conditions. No storage of fuels is allowed on National Park service property, unless NPS
approves. At a minimum the following materials must be placed underneath the generator to
protect the underlying surface from potential weight and vibration damage and fluid leakage:
• ¾” plywood, or other material (with approval of NPS)
• Plastic fuel impermeable tarp on the properly rated flooring
• Absorbent material on top of tarp
• Drip pan under fueling nozzle
• Separation from tents: Generators and other internal combustion power
sources shall be separated from temporary membrane structures and tents by
a minimum of 5ft. and shall be protected from contact by fencing, enclosure,
bike rack or other approved means. Barriers must be at least 3ft high.
• Exhaust should be directed at least 10ft. in any direction away from any
openings or air intakes and away from buildings.
• Fire extinguisher for Class B Hazards such as portable generators must meet
the following UL rating requirements based on the maximum fuel capacity
of the class B hazard:

Type of Amount of Fire Ext. Max Travel

Hazard Fuel Type Distance
Low-Hazard Less than 1 gl. 5B Fire Ext. 30 ft. apart
Fuel
NFPA 10B Fire Ext. 50 ft. apart
10:5.4.1.1
Ordinary- Less than 1-5gl. 10B Fire Ext. 30 ft. apart
Hazard Fuel
NFPA 20B Fire Ext. 50 ft. apart
10:5.4.1.2
High- Hazard More than 5gl. 40B Fire Ext. 30 ft. apart
NFPA 80B Fire Ext. 50ft apart
10:5.4.1.3

The spillage of deleterious substances such as engine oil, gasoline, etc. is prohibited. In
the event of such an occurrence, the District of Columbia Fire Department must be
called immediately, by dialing 911 emergency numbers, followed by a call to the National

Park Duty Officer, 202-528-9610. Corrective action will be taken in accordance with
EPA Hazardous Material guidelines.

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PERMIT # 20-0271
ISSUED TO: SILENT MAJORITY
LOCATION: NATIONAL MALL CENTER EAST WEST GRAVEL WALKWAY AT 13TH
STREET (PANEL 17) AND PANEL 16
JANUARY 5 and 6, 2021 (10:00 A.M. – 7:00 P.M.)

Flexible cords or cables accessible to the public shall be arranged to minimize the
tripping hazard. To reduce the possibility of tripping hazards, all cords and cables must
be covered with non-conductive matting and/or high visibility Yellow Jackets TM or
equivalent product. The cord must be in good condition and of sufficient gauge to
accommodate the electrical load of the equipment and must be properly grounded.

All cables, power lines, etc. shall be run in an orderly manner and contained in matted
ADA cable troughs that provide for safety and accessibility. No cords or cables can be
strung in trees.

The use of fuel storage tanks on parkland is not authorized as part

of this activity. Permittee will have to arrange for refueling of
generators within the guidelines.
A National Park Service Representative must be present before the installation of any
grounding rods in the center turf panels. Grounding rods are not permitted to be
staked in the gravel under any circumstances. Grounding of the generator is
permitted 10 feet into adjacent tree panel from where the generator is located. The
grounding rod cannot be placed under directly at the tree root.

Generators are not permitted on the turf even with the use of the turf protection
flooring. All generators must be located on the gravel walkways and at least 2 1/2 feet
from the edge of the granite curb.

Silent Majority shall ensure that all fire extinguishers are properly rated for hazards
involved. All fire extinguishers shall be easily accessible and in plain view as directed by
the National Park Service Safety Officer.

EE. Ground & Floor Surfaces: Accessible routes of travel must avoid irregular, soft loose
surfaces, such as sand, gravel, cobblestones and similar uneven brick or concrete pavers. Such
surfaces are uncomfortable and can cause wheelchairs to rock and tilt. Unstable and uneven
surfaces also can be a problem for people who walk using crutches or canes, often causing a
loss of balance or falls. Accessible routes must also avoid tall, wet grass, which is often
slippery and difficult to roll a wheelchair across.

Permittee is responsible for establishing accessible routes of travel through site, food service,
toilet, facilities, and assembly seating, using compact, stable, surfaces, free of loose debris.
Appropriate turf cover/ground protection material approved by NPS, is required for ADA
accessible routes established on the turf. Permittee is encouraged to secure products that are
ADA-compliant, interlocking mats that are translucent and allow UV light to pass through to
the grass below. The products must either be perforated or ribbed, allowing for ventilation
and some moisture access to the turf below. Material to be used must be approved in advance
by NPS. Plywood cannot be used as turf cover/ground protection. The following flooring
products are approved for use on the turf in the following areas:

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PERMIT # 20-0271
ISSUED TO: SILENT MAJORITY
LOCATION: NATIONAL MALL CENTER EAST WEST GRAVEL WALKWAY AT 13TH
STREET (PANEL 17) AND PANEL 16
JANUARY 5 and 6, 2021 (10:00 A.M. – 7:00 P.M.)

Pedestrian flooring shall follow the guidelines below:

• Comprised of single-sided or double sided high density translucent
polypropylene.
• Not result in turf damage during removal.
• The cavity back (if specified) must have appropriate clearance above crown of
grass (not compress the turf, approximately 1.75” to 2.25”); this depends on the
time of year and ground conditions.
• Cavity back must have holes for air, light, and water to permeate the product.

o No fabric or other obstructions to turf decking covering holes or

blocking light will be allowed below the protective decking.

FF. Portable Fire Extinguishers: Permittee shall ensure that all fire extinguishers are
properly rated for hazards involved. All fire extinguishers shall be easily accessible and in
plain view as directed by the National Park Service Safety Officer. Permittee is responsible
for ensuring fire extinguisher meet the following guidelines:
i. At minimum 2 portable fire extinguishing equipment of approved types
shall be furnished and maintained in all tents and cooking booths.
ii. The maximum travel distance to extinguisher should not exceed 75 ft. for
class A-hazard.
iii. Fire extinguisher height: Fire extinguishers under 40lbs weight, its top
shall be mounted no higher than 5ft from the floor, or bottom, no less than
4 in. from the floor.
iv. Should not be obstructed or obscured from view.
v. Hydrostatic test should not be intervals exceeding more than 1 year.

GG. Portable Restrooms: If attendance is expected to exceed the capacity of nearby

NPS public comfort facilities, or if none exist in or near the requested park area, the
Permittee must provide portable, temporary toilets with sufficient capacity to
accommodate anticipated attendance. The general guideline is a minimum of (1) portable
toilet per (300) people, of which at least twenty percent (%20) must be handicapped
accessible. All portable restrooms must be located on the outer gravel walkways next to
Madison Drive. The restrooms should be grouped in banks of five with a six foot clearance
between each bank. Permittee has indicated the restrooms will be serviced and locked each
night during the festival.

a. ADA Accessible Portable restrooms: 20% of the total number of portable toilets
used to support the event must be ADA accessible.

i. Where clusters of portable units are provided at various locations around

the event site, twenty percent of the units in each cluster should be
accessible. They should be equipped with all the accessible elements
required by the Standards such as maneuvering space, grab bars, toilet
paper dispensers within reach, etc. In addition, when all units are not
accessible, the International Symbol of Accessibility must be posted on the
units that are.

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PERMIT # 20-0271
ISSUED TO: SILENT MAJORITY
LOCATION: NATIONAL MALL CENTER EAST WEST GRAVEL WALKWAY AT 13TH
STREET (PANEL 17) AND PANEL 16
JANUARY 5 and 6, 2021 (10:00 A.M. – 7:00 P.M.)

ii. Accessible portable toilet units must be positioned on a level area that
connects with an accessible route and have adequate space just outside the
entrance door for people in wheelchairs to maneuver into position to open
the door and enter. On steeply sloping sites, a temporary platform may be
needed to provide this level area.

iii. The door threshold must be accessible. Outdoor surfaces are often uneven
and may require a small bevel to level out the transition between the ground
surface and door threshold. Units can be placed on or adjacent to parking
lots or other paved surfaces.

HH. Sales: Special attention is drawn to item #4, on the last page of this document,
concerning solicitation and sales. No fee may be collected, donation solicited, or
commercial activity conducted. No items may be sold or offered for sale except for books,
newspapers, leaflets, pamphlets, buttons and bumper stickers which contain a message
related to your demonstration or special event. There are no sales or donation collection
associated with this activity on parkland.

II. Sound: Particular attention is called to item #7, on the last page of this permit concerning
sound amplification. All sound amplification equipment shall be limited so that it will not
unreasonably disturb nonparticipating persons in, or in the vicinity of, the area.

JJ. Tents: Permittee’s authorized use of temporary structures, i.e. cable trusses, stages, audio
and/or video towers and tents, whose dimensions are (900) square feet or more, shall provide
Life Safety Code certification statements confirming the safety of all temporary
structures. In the event that the manufacture’s certifications are not available, permittee
will submit to the NPS stamped engineered drawings for NPS review and approval.
Smaller structures cannot be attached or within 5ft of another to create a larger
structure.
a. A minimum 10ft. clearance must be maintained from tents to any flammable or
combustible materials or vegetation.

b. Aisle Width: The width of aisles serving seating at tables shall be not less than
44 in. where serving occupant load exceeding 50 people, and 36 in. where serving
an occupant load of 49 people or fewer. In addition all tent exits must have a
minimum head clearance height of 7ft.

c. Exit and Occupant Loads for Enclosed Tents: Tents that have sides attached and
those with rolled up sides which are capable of being enclosed shall meet the
following occupancy load and exit requirements.

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PERMIT # 20-0271
ISSUED TO: SILENT MAJORITY
LOCATION: NATIONAL MALL CENTER EAST WEST GRAVEL WALKWAY AT 13TH
STREET (PANEL 17) AND PANEL 16
JANUARY 5 and 6, 2021 (10:00 A.M. – 7:00 P.M.)

Occupant Load Floor Area Approx. Tent Sizes Min. Exits

Number
<49 people <343 Sq. Ft. 10’x10’, 10’x30’, 15’x15’ 1
50-499 people 350-3,493 Sq. 15’x 30’, 40’ x 40’, 40’ 2
Ft. x80’

500-999 people 3,500-6,993 Sq. 40’ x 100’, 60’ x 100’ 3

Ft
>1000 people >7,000 Sq. Ft. 80’ x 100’, 60’x 160’ 4 or more

d. Tent Stakes: Tent stakes adjacent to any means of egress from any tent open to the
public shall be railed off, capped, or covered so as not to present a hazard to the public.
There shall be a minimum of 10ft. between stake lines.

KK. Trash/debris pickup: Permittee is asked to clear all trash and debris from the
grounds of the permitted immediately after the conclusion of the special event each day.
Trash receptacles for this effort shall be provided and removed from the site accordingly
by the permit holder. Trash receptacles must not overflow with trash or debris. Use of clear
trash bags is required for all trash receptacles used for the event. Waste Management will
provide trash and recycling services.

LL. Volunteers and Staff: All, staff, volunteers and, exhibitors involved with the activation will
be issued some form of identification. Permittee has indicated that volunteers will be
identified by Silent Majority hats and black jackets and will help maintain order among
your participants. Volunteers should be aware of their responsibilities and location(s)
where they will be stationed and have received from demonstration organizers adequate
training and instructions. Volunteers should be aware of the time and location of the
assembly and any march routes, the location of any first aid stations, water, and toilets, be
knowledgeable of the NPS permit conditions, be able to communicate with law
enforcement, as well as what to do if they think they observe any problems. While
volunteers do not act as police, they do help maintain order among participants, explain to
non-participants that a particular area may be under permit, and be able to alert their
supervisor and the United States Park Police in the event they observe a problem on Federal
parkland.
Health, Medical and Safety

MM. Emergency Access: All pathways and roadways must remain open and
unobstructed. A minimum twenty foot (15’) drive aisle must remain open at all times
for emergency vehicle egress. No temporary or permanent structures may be located
within the egress lane. The egress drive aisle must be shown on site plan. At the
event permittee is responsible for maintaining emergency access chutes to allow
medical personal to travel freely in case of an emergency or transport of patients.

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PERMIT # 20-0271
ISSUED TO: SILENT MAJORITY
LOCATION: NATIONAL MALL CENTER EAST WEST GRAVEL WALKWAY AT 13TH
STREET (PANEL 17) AND PANEL 16
JANUARY 5 and 6, 2021 (10:00 A.M. – 7:00 P.M.)

NN. Fencing: Snow fence, chain link fence and/or bike rack shall be erected by the
permittee to contain the event areas and provide necessary resource protection, security,
medical chutes, security and buffer zones. The permittee (s) is responsible for encircling,
generators, light and sound towers, jumbotrons etc. with snow fence, bike rack or other
approved barrier.

OO. Medical Aid Stations: Person in charge is responsible for providing medical services
onsite or rely on 911.

PP. Weather (adverse) Policy during an Event Program: When there is a threat to public
health or safety, the Superintendent and/or designee, may close the National Mall or an event
being hold there for such duration as determined necessary to ensure the safety and well being
of the public. Such situations have occasionally occurred in the past where park areas have
been closed due to severe weather warning of heavy snow, thunderstorms with lighting, high
winds, cold and intense heat. Where an area is ordered closed due to a weather-related public
safety threat, pursuant to 36 CFR 2.32 people must comply with official directions to leave
the closed area and relocate to safer sheltered locations. Weather will be monitored throughout
the duration of event. Permittee is responsible for ensuring that
adequate resources are available to deal with extreme weather conditions. For example
extreme heat, cold, snow etc.

QQ. Weather (adverse) Policy during Setup or Strike: During wet conditions
caused by rainfall, snow melt, or frost melt, activities on turf must be suspended until
conditions allow for work to continue. Signs of mud staining, footprinting, or when there
is rainfall in excess of .25”, will trigger a cessation of work and coordination with the NPS
to determine the best way forward given current conditions, forecasted conditions, and
deadlines.
Logistical Vehicle Access

RR. Vehicular access to the National Mall, gravel walks for set-up, event, and tear down will
be allowed on a reasonable basis to be monitored by NPS/USPP. Permittee is responsible
for contacting Sgt. Eddie Burnett and/or Sgt. Z.Mashasin, United States Park Police, 202-
610-7092, at least 48 hours prior to the set-up, to acquire a vehicular passes to drive onto
the gravel walks.

SS. Site access for general delivery and hauling of materials shall be from 4th Street, accessing
the southern gravel walkway, proceeding west to 7th Street. Exiting the Mall will be from
the northern gravel walkway proceeding east to 7th Street.

TT. Vehicles of any kind including but not limited to delivery cranes, forklifts, golf carts,
trailers, exhibit trailers etc. are prohibited from driving on the center grass
panels of the National Mall with or without flooring material. Vehicles are
not permitted to be parked or driven on pedestrian flooring. Logistical vehicles moving
heavy equipment, setting-up tents, stages, placing display vehicles, stored equipment,
materials, etc., on the Mall must use the gravel roadways to unload
equipment and hand carry equipment to the permitted area. Vehicles must be parked at
least 5 feet away from the granite curbing.
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PERMIT # 20-0271
ISSUED TO: SILENT MAJORITY
LOCATION: NATIONAL MALL CENTER EAST WEST GRAVEL WALKWAY AT 13TH
STREET (PANEL 17) AND PANEL 16
JANUARY 5 and 6, 2021 (10:00 A.M. – 7:00 P.M.)

UU. Extreme caution must be exercised when driving on the gravel walks. Pedestrian
access must be maintained at all times, however, if for safety reasons, an area has to be
temporarily closed to the public, permittee will make their request to the NPS for approval.

VV. Logistical vehicles will be allowed to pull onto the gravel walkways, to load and
unload equipment e.g. stage, tents. Vehicles will not be allowed to drive and/or park on the
grass. Permittee is required to monitor vehicle traffic onto the grass and gravel walkways.
Once vehicles are unloaded, they must be removed and park in designated public spaces.

WW. A flag person/vehicle spotter is required for all vehicles moving on the gravel
paths this includes but not limited to trucks, forklifts etc.

XX. POV’s are not permitted on the Mall under any circumstances. Unloading
and loading of vehicles transporting portable equipment, materials and supplies must be
hand carried or carted from either Jefferson or Madison Drives.

YY. Logistical vehicles, including carts, trucks and vans must not exceed 5-mps ,
except when being driven on established public vehicular roadways. All trucks with a
GVW of over 7500 pounds and equipment such as bucket trucks, platform lifts and
forklifts, must be accompanied by a walking spotter when moving or operating in an area
accessible to the public. All individuals operating motor vehicles on park property must
possess a valid driver license. All vehicles operating after dusk must have fixed and/or
portable illumination.

Resource Protection for National Mall

ZZ. Pursuant to 36 CFR 7.96(g)(xii), the alteration, damage, or removal of park resources or
facilities is prohibited. No holes may be dug and no item, including signs or banners, may
be attached to park trees, plantings, benches, fences, light standards, or any other park
landscape element.

AAA. The turf manager will inspect the area for damage after the event in order to
determine the extent of turf that will need to be replaced by sod.

BBB. In the event of significant rainfall permittee should contact Mr. James Snell
Turf Manager, 202-245-4668, to request an inspection of the grounds and approval
to drive on gravel walks or setup on turf .

CCC. Tear-down of the stage and structures should begin immediately following the load
out of show productions. Unless conditions due to weather would cause tear down
operations to damage the turf.

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PERMIT # 20-0271
ISSUED TO: SILENT MAJORITY
LOCATION: NATIONAL MALL CENTER EAST WEST GRAVEL WALKWAY AT 13TH
STREET (PANEL 17) AND PANEL 16
JANUARY 5 and 6, 2021 (10:00 A.M. – 7:00 P.M.)

DDD. Vehicles of any kind including but not limited to delivery cranes, forklifts, golf
carts, trailers, exhibit trailers etc. are prohibited from driving on the center grass panels
of the National Mall with or without flooring material. Vehicles are not permitted to
be parked or driven on pedestrian flooring. Logistical vehicles moving heavy equipment,
setting-up tents, stages, placing display vehicles, stored equipment, materials, etc., on the
Mall must use the gravel roadways to unload equipment and hand carry equipment to the
permitted area. Vehicles must be parked at least 5 feet away from the granite curbing.

EEE. ALL EQUIPMENT SETUP ON THE GRAVEL WALKWAYS MUST BE A

LEAST 2 ½ FEET FROM THE GRANITE CURB. IN ADDITION, STAKING IS
PROHIBITED ON THE GRAVEL WALKWAY ALL TENTS MUST BE WATER
BARRELED. ALL EQUIPMENT MUST FIT WITHIN 15FT ZONE. An 18FT-20FT
EMERGENCY LANE MUST BE MAINTAINED ON THE GRAVEL WALKWAY
AT ALL TIMES.

FFF. Setup of any type equipment including but not limited to, staging, tents,
bicycle rack, card board recycling or trash containers, exhibits, displays etc. is not
permitted on the center panels of the Mall between 13th-14th streets without the
approved turf protection flooring.

GGG. IN THE EVENT OF WET TURF CONDITIONS EQUIPMENT IS NOT

PERMITTED TO BE SETUP ON ANY PORTION OF THE TURF BETWEEN 12th
-14TH STREETS.

HHH. Crate Storage and Bone Yards Prohibited: Crate storage, bone yards, and
staging areas may never be located within turf areas; they must be located on hardscape
areas or off-site. Bone yards may not be located on NPS roads. Approved staging locations
for pallets must be designated, and used during set up and take down only. Off-site
preparation and construction in bone yards may be needed to support this. On-site staging
areas are to be used for no more than two (2) days; staging and storage requiring lengths
of greater than two (2) days must occur off-site.

III. No set-up is permitted within the adjacent north and south grass panels, but these
areas may be used to otherwise accommodate participants if needed. No set-up is
permitted within the drip-line (root zone area) of trees or other vegetation.

JJJ. Protective decking will be installed under the stage, except where ballasts exceeding the
weight capacity of the protective decking are installed.

KKK. Ballasts not be situated on hardscape are required to have the following:
i. To be on protective flooring

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PERMIT # 20-0271
ISSUED TO: SILENT MAJORITY
LOCATION: NATIONAL MALL CENTER EAST WEST GRAVEL WALKWAY AT 13TH
STREET (PANEL 17) AND PANEL 16
JANUARY 5 and 6, 2021 (10:00 A.M. – 7:00 P.M.)

LLL. All cables (power, audio, etc) shall be encased in a Yellow Jacket wire troth (or
approved equal).
b. Where a wires/cables path crosses a known road or trail, ADA compliant
cable trough or approved equal must be used.
c. The trough, where it crosses turf must be place on approved decking.
Shifting the trough on a daily basis is needed to avoid damaging the turf.
d. In a stage situation, cables should be flown over the steel, tied to stage or
structure under the stage, and the mix position and not allowed to touch any grass
area.
e. Areas not requiring cable trough but on the turf, the cable shall be laid on two
layers of Enkamat and moved every 24 hours.

MMM. An industrial magnet will be used over the entire area to recover screws,
fasteners, etc.

NNN. All necessary precautions as deemed necessary by the NPS shall be taken to
prevent damage to underground utilities, and sprinkler systems located throughout the site.
Any utilities damage by this work shall be promptly repaired.

OOO. The Permittee is responsible for providing all necessary equipment/objects to

conduct this activity. All equipment must be removed from the park immediately
following the conclusion of the event. Items left in the park will be considered
abandoned property and will not be the responsibility of the National Park Service.

Specific Conditions for National Mall Gravel Walkways 13th-14th Streets

PPP. Tents and other equipment including but not limited to LED Screens,
bike rack, trailers, bleachers permitted to be setup on the gravel walkway at
Panel 17 provided that:
a. An 18ft emergency lane must be maintained on the gravel walkway at
all times.
b. All tents and other equipment setup on the gravel walkways must be a least 2
c.
½ feet from the granite curb.
d. In addition staking is prohibited on the gravel walkway all tents and other
requiring anchoring must be water barreled or use concrete blocks. All tents
including anchors must fit within 18ft zone.
e. Tents cannot exceed 15ft in width on the North and South Gravel
Walkways.

QQQ. Tear-down of the stage and structures should begin immediately following the load
out of event . Unless conditions due to weather would cause tear down operations to damage
the turf.

RRR. All necessary precautions as deemed necessary by the NPS shall be taken to
prevent damage to underground utilities, and sprinkler systems located throughout the site.
Any utilities damage by this work shall be promptly repaired.

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PERMIT # 20-0271
ISSUED TO: SILENT MAJORITY
LOCATION: NATIONAL MALL CENTER EAST WEST GRAVEL WALKWAY AT 13TH
STREET (PANEL 17) AND PANEL 16
JANUARY 5 and 6, 2021 (10:00 A.M. – 7:00 P.M.)

SSS. Contact Park Ranger Marisa Richardson, National Park Service, at (202) 245-4715
or 202-528- 9610, with questions or to discuss additional information regarding logistical
setup.
TTT. Contact Sergeant z.Mahasin or Sgt. Eddie Burnett, United States Park Police, at
(202) 610-7092, with questions concerning police procedures or logistics.

UUU. A complete and legible copy of this permit must be retained on-site by the
Permittee at all times while operating under the authority granted.

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PERMIT # 20-0271
ISSUED TO: SILENT MAJORITY
LOCATION: NATIONAL MALL CENTER EAST WEST GRAVEL WALKWAY AT 13TH
STREET (PANEL 17) AND PANEL 16
JANUARY 5 and 6, 2021 (10:00 A.M. – 7:00 P.M.)

3. All laws, rules and regulations applicable to the area covered by this permit remain in effect.

4. No fee may be collected, donation solicited, or commercial activity conducted. No items may be
sold or offered for sale except for books, newspapers, leaflets, pamphlets, buttons and bumper
stickers which contain a message related to your demonstration or special event. No other
merchandise may be sold or offered for sale. A stand or structure used for the sale of permitted
items may not exceed one table per site, which may be no larger than 2 1/2 feet by 8 feet or 4 feet
by 4 feet. The dimensions of the sales site may not exceed 6 feet wide by 15 feet long by 6 feet
high.

5. The area should be left in substantially the same condition as it was prior to the activities
authorized herein, and all litter shall be placed in the trash containers provided.

6. This permit is applicable only for the use of the area designated above, and during the times
designated above, or in any area as may hereafter be designated by the United States Park Police.

7. The use of sound amplification equipment, other than hand-portable sound amplification
equipment to be used for crowd control purposes only, is prohibited on the White House
Sidewalk (South 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, sidewalk between East Executive Avenue and
West Executive Avenue). All sound amplification equipment shall be limited so that it will not
unreasonably disturb nonparticipating persons in, or in the vicinity of, the area.

8. The National Park Service reserves the right to immediately revoke this permit at any time
should it reasonably appear that the public gathering presents a clear and present danger to the
public safety, good order or health, or if any conditions of this permit are violated.

Lisa Mendelson
Acting Area Director
DOI-Region 1
National Capital Area

By:
Robbin M. Owen
Chief, Division of Permits Management
National Mall and Memorial Parks

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