August 2014 
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A Note from Jay
Our Natural Resource Based Industries

This Spring, the CDP received a 50% increase in our support from the US Department of Agriculture's Rural Business Enterprise Grant Program, and a $5,000 grant from the Cape Cod Economic Development Council to expand our work with local growers, shellfishermen and food producers. Local food production and aquaculture are growing sectors in the Lower Cape economy and we are pleased to be making strategic investments in these emerging businesses.

In the past 2 years, we've loaned over $90,000 to six farming and food-related businesses. From a one acre organic farm to three shellfishing businesses and a bean-to-bar chocolate producer, we are creating opportunities for new food related businesses to thrive on the Lower Cape. And I'm very excited about two new initiatives: a Winter Farmers' Market in Orleans - beginning this December - and a feasibility study to create a network of existing commercial kitchens available for use by local food producers.

 

On Wednesday, August 27th from 5 to 7 pm, I hope you will join me to celebrate our work at "A Summer Evening on the Farm." Hosted by Halcyon Farm on Route 6a in Brewster, the event will feature food from area restaurants using local produce, a raw-bar and beer & wine. You'll have a chance to meet local growers and food producers and learn more about the Orleans Winter Farmer's Market. For tickets or more information, click here. Enjoy the remaining days of summer and all of the great locally grown food!

 

 As always, thank YOU for your support and interest.

  

 

                     
 

Affordable Homes
It Takes a Community
    Nancy Govoni
It's not every day you meet someone who has lived in the same location for over 50 years, but we had the opportunity to do just that recently through two programs we work on - the Housing Rehabilitation Loan Program and Home Modification Loan Program. Local seamstress and long-time Cape Codder, Nancy Govoni needed some work done on the home she and her husband built when they moved to the Cape in 1963. Through the Housing Rehabilitation Loan Program she was able to access new siding and windows for the home, in addition to critical electrical upgrades. While on the job, the CDP's Director of Housing & Energy Efficiency Programs, Abigail Chapman, also noted Nancy's walkway and ramp, necessary for her visual impairment, were in need of repairs. She introduced Nancy to the state's Home Modification Loan Program, through which Nancy is working on getting these vital repairs done. And there's more to this story.

During the job, items needed to be  relocated to make room for the contractors to do their work. Some of the Harwich firefighters, who 'watch out' for Nancy, volunteered their time to make this happen. And, it turns out that years earlier Nancy had made the wedding dress for the wife of one of the contractors. Pleased with the work, Nancy commented, "everyone was as helpful as could be and very thorough." Thanks Nancy for allowing us to share this great story of our community coming together to help a neighbor! 

Business Development 
New Business in Town

This summer Wellfleet has a new addition to its diverse array of businesses. Focused on contemporary women's clothing, Salt offers a unique and fun shopping experience in a carefully curated space featuring clothing, jewelry, and accessories. Siobhan Doane - a native Cape Codder and first time business owner - had been thinking about going into business on her own for three years. After more than a decade away, it felt like the right time for her to return home and open up shop. Prior to opening her store on May 1st, Siobhan took advantage of the individual business counseling we offer with Cape Cod SCORE. During her meetings with the SCORE counselors, Siobhan worked on her business plan with a particular focus on inventory, buying and financial projections. When talking about her sessions with SCORE, Siobhan said, "It was good to get feedback, bounce ideas around and refine my business plan." You can find Salt and Siobhan at 55 Commercial Street in Wellfleet.

If you're thinking about opening a business or would like some guidance for your current one, click here or see below to find out about upcoming dates for business counseling sessions with SCORE.

Sustainability      
Cape & Islands Green
 
You've read features in this e-newsletter about many of the 73 businesses on the Lower Cape that have become Cape & Islands Green verified. We thought it would be a good opportunity to tell you more about the program itself. 

Cape & Islands Green helps participating business owners reduce costs, increase their competitive advantage and open new marketing opportunities, while protecting the Cape's natural environment. To start the verification process, the CDP offers a Cape & Islands Green Level 1 Workshop. The workshop introduces participating business owners to sustainable business practices, with topics that include solid waste minimization, water and energy conservation, and how to market a green business.  Read More.

When verification is complete, business owners have new marketing opportunities available to promote their businesses, including promotion of the Cape & Islands Green brand in the broader sense by the Cape Cod Chamber of Commerce and local Chambers, marking Cape Cod as an environmentally conscious business community and a green destination.

Feedback from Cape & Islands Green verified business owners has been positive, with reports from one business of waste removal and utility cost savings at $3,300 over two years because of changes implemented through the program. Verified business owners have also reported success in leveraging the green verification as part of their marketing efforts. And Judy Tarr from Cape & Islands Green verified business, Ben & Jerry's in North Eastham reported that the team building among her staff has been another great advantage, and that the recycling initiatives are following her staff home as awareness of their fragile environment has increased.

For more details about the next Cape & Islands Green Level 1 Verification Workshop, click here. 
 

Upcoming Events

A Summer Evening on the Farm  
     
Please join us to celebrate the CDP's work to support local farmers, food producers and shellfishermen!

Halcyon Farm Enjoy tasty local bites and cocktails at the beautiful Halcyon Farm in Brewster. Meet local growers, shellfishermen and food producers. Network with others interested in the local food movement. And learn more about the CDP's programs targeted to these business owners, particularly our new Orleans Winter Farmers' Market.
 
When: Wednesday, August 27th 
Where: Halcyon Farm, 3915 Main Street, Brewster
Buy Tickets: www.capecdp.org
More Information: Contact Andrea at 508-240-7873 x22 or by email.

Making Ends Meet 
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During August and September, 22 Cape restaurants are partnering with four local non-profits to ensure that a safety net is maintained for the many Cape Codders who, even with multiple jobs, need help making ends meet. With the support of local restaurants, the Community Development Partnership, the Family Pantry, Community Action Committee of Cape Cod & Islands, and WE CAN are once again Making Ends Meet. The two month campaign will raise money for the work that the four organizations do and equally important raise awareness about the financial and other challenges so many Cape Codders face living year round in a seasonal economy.
 
When:  Thursday, July 10th - Monday, September 15th
More Information: Contact Andrea at 508-240-7873 x22 or by email.

SCORESCORE Individual Business Counseling
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Could your business use some extra guidance? Want to bounce business ideas off of someone? The CDP has arranged with Cape Cod SCORE to offer Individual Business Counseling with SCORE counselors right here in Eastham. Sign up today! 

When: Wednesdays, August 20th & September 17th from 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM (1 hour sessions) 
Where: CDP Conference Room  3 Main Street Mercantile, Eastham
Register: capecdp.org
More Information: Contact Pam at 508-240-7873 x18 or by email

First Time Home Buyer Workshop
                                                   
First Time Home Buyers Education will benefit anyone considering or actively planning their first home purchase. The workshop covers: credit health and budgeting; the mortgage process and options; finding the right home and making an offer; appraisals; home inspection; legal procedures and protections; insurance protection; home energy audits and savings and ongoing home ownership. The CDP offers this workshop twice a year, next class will be in the Fall.

When: The workshop consists of three classes on the following dates
Wednesday, October 1st, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Monday, October 6th, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday, October 8th, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM  

Where: CDP Conference Room  3 Main Street Mercantile, Eastham
Register: capecdp.org
More Information: Contact Andrea at 508-240-7873 x22 or by email

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Join host Susan Lindquist & her guests for a lunchtime
 talk about life on the Lower Cape.

August 20th: Fishermen from the Cape Cod Commercial Fishermen's Aliiance's "Pier Program" talk about the Program and how it is used to educate the public about the Cape's commercial fishing industry and the importance of protecting this traditional way of life.

August 27th: Grace Ryder-O'Malley, the Program Administrator for the Lillian Orlowsky and William Freed Museum School at Provincetown Art Association and Museum will be discussing PAAM's educational art programming and the celebration of their 100th year!

September 3rd: John Brawley, SPAT's Shellfish and Aquaculture Specialist and Julian Cyr, Director of Policy and Regulatory Affairs from the MA Department of Public Health will discuss shellfishing, including recent regulation changes.  
 
September 10th: Cheryl Gayle and Nancy Wolf from Elder Services of Cape Cod & the Islands will to talk about the organization's Mature Workers Program and Volunteer programs.  

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