News from Community Development Partnership

THIS PLACE MATTERS

May 2012

Greetings!

Senator Dan Wolf

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Conversation With Joe Kriesberg and Richard Shortt Thursday, June 14

Senator Dan Wolf, long-time CDP supporter, will moderate a discussion between Joe Kriesberg and Richard Shortt to kick off our 20th anniversary annual meeting as we look back on our history and develop plans for our future. Meet staff and Board members. Share your ideas with neighbors and friends at a community conversation hosted by the CDP on June 14, from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm. Join us at the Back 9 Cafe at Captain's Golf Course in Brewster.

To reserve a place at the table, call Andrea Aldana at 508-240-7873, ext 22. Or RSVP online at www.capecdp.org. Non-members welcome. Bring a friend. $25 suggested donation.

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CDP Wins $125,000 Best Practices in Fisheries Trust Management Grant

The Community Development Partnership is one of 18 projects receiving funding from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation's (NFWF) Fisheries Innovation Fund in 2012! The NFWF funding is part of a national program designed to sustain fishermen whle rebulding fish stocks. We will share our best practices in community fisheries trust management through an online tool that will be available nation-wide. For more info: National Fish and Wildlife Foundation

Art Of Construction

Holly Tarleton and Carlotta Gonzalez, partners in fine craftmanship in construction and remodeling, started their company in 2005. Since last year they have been working on CDP building rehab projects, winning bids as a result of charging reasonable prices for excellent work that is completed on time. Holly and Carlotta enjoy helping people get their homes up to code; they also enjoy taking a building project from design concept to completion. No job is too small for these two women who are committed to excellence in building. Click here to learn more about our Housing Rehab Program.

CDP Becomes Supporting Member of Community Fisheries Network

The Community Fisheries Network (CFN) is a group of community-based fishing organizations from across the United States whose goal is to increase the long-term

sustainability of commercial fishing communities.The Network works towards a triple bottom line goal of social, economic and environmental sustainability. Learn More

The Business of Art and Design
On April 14, our own Sheila Hoogeboom was a featured speaker at the Wellfleet Blossoms Festival workshop: How to Become a Non-Starving Artist. Approximately 40 artists attended and wanted more. As a follow-up, we are planning a series of business development programs for artists & designers. The first Forum is June 7th.
For information and to register, call Andrea Aldana at 508-240-7873, ext 22 or signup online at www.capecdp.org. Register now. Space is limited.

MACDC Lobby Day
On Thursday, May 3rd, CDP staff participated in MACDC Lobby Day to advocate for the Community Development Partnership Act (CDPA). We met with Sen. Dan Wolf and Rep. Sarah Peake to discuss CDPA as well as other pieces of legislation that affect our programs and communities. We had the pleasure of networking with other Massachusetts-based community development corporations as well as meeting the President of MACDC, Joe Kriesberg, pictured here. A big thank you to Mr. Kriesberg for his leadership and to all of the CDP staff for their energy and enthusiasm! Learn More

Have you been touched by the work of the Community Development Partnership? Have we made a positive difference in your life? Would you like to be featured in one of our monthly E-Newsletters?

Let us know. As part of our 20th anniversary celebration, we are eager to showcase members of our Lower Cape family. Call us at 508-240-7873 to make an appointment for an interview.

We are all part of what makes our home special. This Place Matters.

Sincerely,