Whether it is a grand opening or anniversary, the City of Greenbelt wants to help you celebrate this significant milestone in your journey by hosting a ribbon cutting ceremony. This opportunity is available to new and existing businesses, charities, and non-profits in the City of Greenbelt. Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies are a great way to introduce and celebrate your business in the community.

Please provide us with a copy of your approved business license upon your request so we can verify that your business is compliant with all State, County, and City requirements. All taxes and fees must be current at the time of application. 

Please Note: All anniversaries are celebrated in 10-year increments. 

The City would provide the following services for eligible applicants:

1. Grand Opening/Anniversary Celebration Flyer emailed to the local community and featured in the business newsletter.

2. Advertisement published in the Greenbelt News Review, highlighting the Grand Opening or Anniversary Celebration and including a brief profile (written by the applicant that is subject to staff review).

3. Event published on the City of Greenbelt’s social media. This includes a posted photo of the event.

4. Grand Opening / Anniversary Ribbon Cutting Celebration.

5. Congratulatory letter from the Mayor of Greenbelt and City Council.

Process of the Ribbon Cutting Initiative:

It is important to ensure all businesses have met the required City regulations before scheduling your ribbon-cutting event. Please provide us with a copy of your approved business license upon your request so we can verify your business has met the required permit and licensing requirements. Here is what to expect: 

• Applications must be completed online or sent via e-mail to Tim George at tgeorge@greenbeltmd.gov.
• Our team will contact you to discuss the specifics of your Ribbon Cutting event, and a tentative date will be reserved.
• Our team will verify your business is following City regulations regarding permits and licenses.
• Once the City’s regulation criteria are established, we will confirm with you the date and time of the event.
• We will contact the Mayor and City Council for their availability. 
• Your ribbon cutting will be announced on the City’s website and social media pages.
• We will provide staff support at the event, along with the ribbon-cutting scissors and ribbon. 

If you are interested in marking this monumental milestone with a ribbon cutting, please complete the application and send via email to Tim George at tgeorge@greenbeltmd.gov.