October 2014 
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A Note from Jay
Investments in Our Community

We'd like to express our sincere appreciation to a few different funders for their recent support of our programs and services: 

  • Massachusetts Growth Capital Corporation (MGCC) awarded us $75,000 to support our work to strengthen Lower Cape small business owners through our Lending and Technical Assistance programs, and for our work to support Lower Cape fishermen. Thanks to the efforts of Representative Peake and Senator Wolf to increase state support for MGCC, we received a significant increase in funding this year.
  • A $75,000 grant from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation will support our work with Lower Cape fishermen and the Cape Cod Fisheries Trust.
  • Cape Cod Five Cents Savings Bank Foundation awarded us a $10,000 grant to support our work to strengthen Lower Cape small business owners through our Lending and Technical Assistance programs.
  • A $10,000 grant from Cape Air will support our Cape & Islands Green Program on the Lower Cape.

Both the Cape Cod Five and Cape Air made significant increases in their support over last year thanks to the Community Investment Tax Credit which provides a state tax credit worth 50% of the value of contributions over $1,000. If you would like to support the work of the CDP and receive a tax credit, please contact me or click here for more information on this great program.

 

As always thank YOU for your interest and support.

 

             


Affordable Homes
Affordable Housing Summit Focuses on Regional Cooperation
   
Fred Bell Way, Wellfleet 

A dedicated group of advocates for affordable housing on Cape Cod gathered in Orleans last week to discuss possible ways to approach the need regionally. Spurred by the Massachusetts Housing Partnership's Rural Housing Initiative, the intention of the meeting was to listen to the voices of rural communities regarding their specific needs around affordable housing. The group of 70 in attendance included elected officials from the state, county and towns; representatives from other housing and community-based organizations and faith based groups; and concerned citizens. Group conversations started with a focus on need, particularly highlighting the need for a greater number of affordable rental opportunities. Conversations then shifted to potential regional and inter-municipal approaches to provide more affordable housing within the Lower Cape community. CDP Executive Director Jay Coburn said, "The Summit was a great success and brought together the region's leaders in creating affordable housing on the Lower Cape. We were particularly pleased to have Senator Wolf and Representatives Peake & Turner with us to hear about the challenges we face in creating more affordable housing." With the group planning to meet again, we will continue to provide information as the conversation evolves.  

 

Read more about the Summit in these resources: Cape Cod Times Article  CapeCod.com Article  Summit Presentation 

Business Development 
Independent Spirit Fuels Local Small Business

Rosie and her New Dump Trailer
Rosie Hatch has been in the landscaping business for a dozen years, but it wasn't until the last few that she decided to make some changes and focus on growth. With a business based in the beautiful outdoors of Cape Cod, the freedom and flexibility this type of business provides is important to Rosie. In 2012 she strategically renamed the company Rosie's Landscapes so her customers and potential customers could identify her with the company, and with her quality of work. Earlier this year, Rosie started meeting with the CDP's Business & Credit Programs staff to prepare for financing to purchase a dump trailer. After meetings to put together her business plan and analyze her finances, she received a loan from our Micro Loan fund. When asked how the investment helped her business, Rosie said, "It's like night and day. The trailer has helped me run the business like a landscaping company - to look and act more professional, be more efficient and make it easier for crew." She went on to comment about her support from the CDP staff, "They are the most supportive people in the world, and feel like family to me. They have been cheerleaders for my business, which has been super helpful."

 

Rosie's Landscapes focuses on landscape design, installation, stonework, yard maintenance and lawn maintenance. Find out more.  

Sustainability      
Taking It to the Next Level
Level 2 Logo  
The more than 100 Cape Cod small businesses that have become Cape & Islands Green Level 1 verified over the past three years, including 73 on the Lower Cape, will have an opportunity to 'take it to the next level' later this month. A workshop focused on effective marketing strategies to promote their green businesses, and new practices in energy efficiency and solid waste management will prepare participants for a Level 2 verification. According to the CDP's Director of Business & Credit Programs, Sheila Hoogeboom, "The Cape & Islands Green Program was created with the intention of offering graduated levels of verification, depending on a business owner's interest and commitment. With such a volume of Level 1 graduates and an interest from them to learn more, it became evident that the timing for a Level 2 class was upon us." The workshop features a talented and experienced group of presenters, including:
  • David Quinn, Barnstable County- Regional Waste Reduction Coordinator
  • Nicole Price Voudren, Cape Light Compact- Commercial & Industrial Program Planner
  • Kate Sheehan, Telltale Media
  • Pam Andersen, CDP- Business & Credit Program Manager 
In addition to presentations from the speakers, participants will have an opportunity to share best practices and learn from one another. The class will be held on Tuesday, October 28th from 2:00 - 6:00 PM at the Harwich Community Center. Learn More & Register! 

Upcoming Events

SCORE Individual Business Counseling
                                                 SCORE 
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: Thursdays - November 13th & December 18th from 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM (1 hour sessions) 
Where: CDP Conference Room  3 Main Street Mercantile, Unit 8 in Eastham
Sign Up: capecdp.org
More Information: Contact Pam at 508-240-7873 x18 or by email

Smart Start  Workshop - New Dates

 

Set up your start-up for success! Smart Start is a three-part interactive workshop for individuals in the early stages of developing a business. Topics include: creating a clear vision; assessing your strengths; analyzing your market; and getting started. The class will be led by Sheila Hoogeboom, CDP's Director of Business & Credit Programs and Susan Johnson of SMJ Coaching and Consulting.  Herb Montgomery from The Montgomery Financial Group will speak about the nuts and bolts of setting up your business, record keeping and financial analysis.

 
Workshop Sponsor 

When:  The workshop consists of three classes on the following dates: Tuesdays - November 18th, December 2nd and December 9th
Where: CDP Conference Room, 3 Main Street Mercantile, Unit 8 in Eastham
Register: capecdp.org
More Information: Contact Andrea at 508-240-7873 x22 or by email.

Making the Most of a Winter Farmers' Market
                                                    Winter Veggies  
A Winter Farmers' Market can offer vendors an opportunity for year round sales. This half-day workshop will help vendors strengthen their individual businesses and the Winter Market as a whole. Topics include:
  • Winter farming techniques and success at a Winter Farmers' Market
  • How to attract more customers to your Winter Market booth
  • Agricultural and business Record Keeping to measure your success at a Market
  • Introduction to the Orleans Winter Farmers' Market
Open to all growers and producers of value added products.

When: Monday, November 10th from 10:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Where: Orleans Methodist Church - 73 Main Street, Orleans
Price: $25 (No cost for approved Orleans Winter Farmers' Market Vendors)
Register: capecdp.org
More Information: Contact Sheila at 508-240-7873 x13 or by email

Affordable Housing Opportunities
60 Dory Lane, Eastham
                                                   
Eastham Affordable Home Ownership Opportunity

 

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

October 29th: Barbara Milligan, the President & CEO of the Cape and Islands United Way, will discuss their programs, and particularly a newly launched Ambassador Program.

November 5th: Andrea Aldana, the CDP's Education and Administrative Manager and Drake Cook of Pure Joy Farm in Truro will talk about the new Orleans' Winter Farmers' Market, including what to expect, participating vendors, entertainment and much more.

 

November 12th: Jason Taylor, Chief of Natural Resource Management and Science for the
Cape Cod National Seashore will discuss  their science and research programs within the Seashore. 
 
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