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February 27, 2024
Demographic & Economic Trends on the Mid and Upper Cape 

Comprised of the towns of Barnstable, Yarmouth, Dennis, Bourne, Sandwich, Falmouth, and Mashpee, Cape Cod’s Mid and Upper Cape subregions are home to a robust year-round and workforce population, while…

February 27, 2024
The 2024 CEDS - Planning for Cape Cod's economic future

As a federal Economic Development Administration (EDA)-designated Economic Development District, Cape Cod is required to develop a Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) every five years. With the current plan set to expire in 2024, work is underway to lay the groundwork for a renewed strategy to support a strong and vibrant Cape Cod.

January 12, 2024
Studying the economic impacts of long-term bridge closures

Built in 1935, the Bourne and Sagamore bridges span the Cape Cod Canal and connect residents, businesses, and visitors on the Cape and Islands to the mainland. The bridges are essential for general transportation, freight, and tourism, and, in an emergency, are critical routes for evacuation.

The Cape Cod Commission has contracted with consultant Eastern Research Group, Inc (ERG) to conduct an economic analysis to better understand the impact a long-term bridge shutdown would have on the region’s economy.

December 21, 2023
Assessing the economic impact of Cape Cod’s ponds

We know that Cape Cod’s 890 ponds and lakes add to the region’s natural beauty, but how much do they impact our region’s economy?

December 22, 2022
Taking steps to address Cape Cod's childcare shortage

The Cape Cod Commission's Early Education and Childcare Needs Assessment offers recommendations designed to help strengthen the region's early education and care infrastructure. It also outlines high-impact investment areas that can support quality, consistent education and care for all families.  During the November Barnstable County Economic Development Council meeting, Senator Susan Moran outlined legislative actions and funding priorities designed to address the state’s early education and childcare needs. Senator Moran was joined by Cindy Horgan, a longtime early education and childcare advocate, currently serving as Executive Director of Cape Cod Children’s Place.

Posted in Newsletter, Economy
July 28, 2022
Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy goals aim to strengthen the region’s vitality 

Year 3 Annual Report highlights accomplishments, sets goals  As part of the Cape Cod Commission’s economic development efforts, the agency advances the development and implementation of the Cape Cod Comprehensive Economic…

Posted in Newsletter, Economy
May 26, 2022
Reminder: Funding is available through Community One Stop for Growth portal  

Improved access to state funding resources to help advance economic development goals   Many Massachusetts cities and towns were having difficulty accessing state funding resources to help advance housing and economic development…

Posted in Newsletter, Economy, Housing
May 26, 2022
District Local Technical Assistance Program helps towns prepare for future challenges 

Each year, the Cape Cod Commission receives funding through the Massachusetts Department of Housing and Community Development to provide technical assistance to towns in our region.

March 21, 2022
Second homeowner survey data reveals pandemic-related uptick in use  

Cape Cod’s second homeowners are spending more time here, according to results of a recent survey conducted by the Cape Cod Commission, the Donahue Institute at UMass Amherst and the…

January 20, 2022
Detailing data on Cape Cod’s new homeowners

Pandemic purchases drive an uptick in year-round residents As the COVID-19 pandemic progressed in 2020, the region began to see more people moving to or staying on the Cape, especially during…

Posted in Newsletter, Economy
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