Ribbon Cutting Application

Member Businesses interested in holding a ribbon cutting need to submit a ribbon cutting application.

Name
First Last
Company Name*
*Exactly as you would like it to appear on the plaque
Who will be speaking on behalf of your event?
First Last
Title
eg: Owner, Manager
Event Description*
Tell us why you are celebrating! This will be used to promote your event on our website.
Will this be a joint ribbon cutting with other area chambers?
*If so, please list the other chambers to help with planning your event.
Address*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code
Phone*
Email*
Preferred Event Date:*
*Ribbon cuttings are conducted Monday – Friday with a start time no earlier than 8 a.m. or a start time no later than 5 p.m. The Chamber does not schedule ribbon cutting celebrations when another Chamber event is taking place on the same day. The only exceptions are on days where there is a Contacts & Contracts meeting, MOXIE meeting or Board Meeting. Those dates are available for ribbon cuttings, just not at the same time. Those days are filled as a last-resort. Please see the Chamber calendar at www. uniquelyurbandale.com for a full list of Chamber events.
Second Choice Event Date*
Time of event: (From and To)*
*The ceremony will take place 15 minutes after the start of the event unless indicated and approved from Chamber
Event Type*
- Grand Opening (Grand opening is defined as a brand new business)
- Major Anniversary (5, 10, 15, 20 years etc)
- Ground Breaking, Relocation or Expansion IN URBANDALE OR WINDSOR HEIGHTS
- Ground Breaking, Relocation or Expansion OUT OF URBANDALE OR WINDSOR HEIGHTS
Please select which best describes your event
Please select desired Package.
Standard Package - In Urbandale or Windsor Heights Quantity
Price: $0.00
The Standard Package is free and ONLY available for Grand Opening for a new business (in or out of Urbandale/Windsor Heights), Ground Breaking, Major Anniversary, Relocation or Expansion IN URBANDALE OR WINDSOR HEIGHTS. The Standard Package includes: *Event promotion on uniquelyurbandale.com *Event promotion on desmoinesmetro.com *Event announcement to the Board of Directors, City Officials and Connectors *Event promotion on the Chamber's social media pages *Red Ribbon & Scissors *Official Ribbon Cutting Plaque *Publish event photos on the Chamber's social media pages
Standard Event Package - Out of Urbandale or Windsor Heights Quantity
Price: $100.00
This event package is the minimum requirement for Major Anniversaries, and Ground Breaking, Relocation or Expansion OUT of Urbandale or Windsor Heights. The Event package includes: *Event promotion on uniquelyurbandale.com *Event promotion on desmoinesmetro.com *Event announcement to the Board of Directors, City Officials and Connectors *Event promotion on the Chamber's social media pages *Red Ribbon & Scissors *Official Ribbon Cutting Plaque *Publish event photos on the Chamber's social media pages
Enhanced Event Package Quantity
Price: $349.00
The enhanced package is perfect for a company interested in making a big splash for its ribbon cutting event! The Enhanced Event Package Includes: *Ribbon Cutting Event Promotional Flyer emailed to 1,800+ Chamber members ($295 value) *Event promotion on uniquelyurbandale.com *Event promotion on desmoinesmetro.com' *Event announcement to the Board of Directors, City Officials and Connectors *Event promotion on the Chamber's social media pages *Official Urbandale white and blue logo Ribbon & Scissors ($25 value) *Official Commemorative Ribbon Cutting Plaque ($100 value) *Rental of the Red Carpet ($100 value) *Rental of the two silver stanchions ($50 value) *Rental of speaker and microphone ($50 value) *Publish event photos on the Chamber's social media pages *Publish event photo in the Chamber's e-newsletter
Complimentary A La Carte Items
Each business wants something different from their celebration, which is why we offer A La Carte items!
- List of Chamber member Caterers
- List of local media contacts
Fee-Based A La Carte Items
Rental: 2-silver stanchions to hold ribbon (included with enhanced package) Quantity
Price: $50.00
Rental: Red Carpet (included with enhanced package) Quantity
Price: $100.00
Rental: 110 Quart Cooler Quantity
Price: $25.00
Custom commemorative plaque featuring event photo, scissors, ribbon and custom text Quantity
Price: $149.00
Custom Urbandale white or blue ribbon with Chamber logo imprint (included with enhanced package) Quantity
Price: $25.00
Promotional flyer sent via email to all members (included with enhanced event package) ($295 value) Quantity
Price: $199.00
Mailing labels for all main contacts (825 approx) Quantity
Price: $200.00
Mailing labels for all contacts (2000 approx) Quantity
Price: $350.00
Cocktail Table Rental - $10 per table Quantity
Price: $10.00
Rent up to six (6) cocktail tables for a 24-hour period for $10 per table. Must be returned cleaned and in full working condition. Member is responsible for pick-up and drop-off. Upon reservation, a contract will be emailed with full rental details.
Blue Cocktail Table Cover Rental - $5 Per Cover Quantity
Price: $5.00
Rent up to six (6) blue cocktail table covers for a 24-hour period for $5 per cover. Terms: Must be returned washed and folded. Member is responsible for pick-up and drop-off. Upon reservation, a contract will be emailed with full rental details.
One (1) Portable Speaker & Mic Rental Quantity
Price: $50.00
Upon reservation a contract will be mailed with full rental details. Rental is for 24-hours and includes a speaker, speaker stand & microphone. Operating Instructions will be provided upon pick up.
Lawn Sign Rental Quantity
Price: $50.00
Rent signs to draw more visibility to your celebration! Customization is available at a higher rate. Typical signs include: Ribbon Cutting, Grand Opening, Celebration, Anniversary etc. Upon reservation a contract will be mailed with full rental details. Rental is for 24-hours. Usage & installation instructions will be provided upon pick up.
Chamber membership status*
Urbandale Chamber of Commerce membership (which includes Windsor Heights) is required for the Chamber to hold an official ribbon cutting ceremony. Please select which best describes your status with us.
- I am a member in good standing
- Please send me a membership application
Company Logo
Please send us your company logo if you would like it included in your event promotion.
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