Workshop description:
Economic Development is about creating the conditions in which people can live better lives. The intersection of housing and small business lies at the heart of thriving communities. Each supports the other: people need places to live and work, while businesses need stable, nearby customers and employees. Addressing their interdependence through thoughtful policy and investment helps ensure that communities grow in inclusive, sustainable ways. In this workshop we will dive into the intersection of housing and business needs in our communities and discuss key concepts, challenges and strategies in economic development.
Speakers
Chloe Schaefer, Chief Planner, Cape Cod Commission
Pam Anderson, Director of Business and Credit, CDP
Audience:
This course is open to Town board and committee members and Town staff who are directly involved in housing, and economic development including (but not limited to):
Economic Development Committee, Finance Committee, Community Preservation Committee, Zoning Board of Appeals, Planning Board, Select Board, Board of Health, Conservation Commissions, members of Affordable Housing Trusts, Housing Committee, all housing staff, planners and community development staff.
We welcome newly appointed or elected municipal officials, resident housing advocates and future town leaders.
Registration & Contact:
This workshop is free to attend and pre-registration is required. You will receive the Zoom information in your registration confirmation email. Please contact Amanda Bebrin, Director of Housing Advocacy, at amanda@capecdp.org with questions or concerns.
Context:
Last year, we explored housing through its intersections with other issues facing the region. Building on that approach, this year’s Lower Cape Housing Institute will weave in Economic Development. With the CDP’s strong background in small business support, we’ll highlight how housing and the local economy are deeply connected—and bring business voices into the conversation to advance housing solutions for our year-round community.