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The Cape Cod Commission is developing a Vision Zero Action Plan for Cape Cod to identify and eliminate fatalities and serious injuries from vehicle crashes for pedestrians, bicyclists, transit users, and drivers. A series of public meetings designed to educate and inform the public about the plan and gather feedback will take place in November.

The Town of Barnstable is working with the Cape Cod Commission to develop a municipal digital equity plan to assess the digital divide across the community and to identify opportunities to advance digital equity. 

Residents, businesses, and organizations are invited to attend an upcoming event to learn about the digital equity plan and contribute to the development of the plan through group exercises and conversations.  Discussion topics will include internet availability, affordability, and reliability; technology and devices necessary for civic, social, and economic life; and skills to participate safely, confidently, and effectively online. 

The Cape Cod Commission, on behalf of the Barnstable County Commissioners and the Barnstable County Economic Development Council, is seeking proposals from local or regional governmental or nonprofit agencies for projects that support the area’s economic resiliency and advance the goals and actions of the 2024 Cape Cod Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS).  

Earlier this month we welcomed more than four hundred people from Cape Cod, the Commonwealth, and beyond to the Wychmere Beach Club for our 10th annual OneCape. We had an exciting lineup of keynote speakers, breakout sessions, mobile workshops, and plenty of networking and connecting opportunities. With passionate and knowledgeable speakers and attendees, the summit undoubtedly left us all feeling inspired to take on the important work that lies ahead.

Strategies to adapt to the impacts and mitigate the causes of climate change took center stage at OneCape 2024, with speakers highlighting the state's ambitions for growing the climate tech sector and reaching net zero. 

This year, the Cape Cod Commission recognized four Cape Codders for their outstanding contributions to the community. We were pleased to honor Dorothy Savarese, Dan Wolf, Senator Susan Moran, and State Representative Sarah Peake.  

OneCape 2024 highlighted new data-driven initiatives and advancements in infrastructure that will shape the region’s future.  

The 2024 Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS), developed by the Cape Cod Commission and Barnstable County Economic Development Council, outlines a vision for a strong and vibrant Cape Cod—a vision that shaped discussions throughout OneCape 2024. The conference explored the region's potential to lead in climate technology and the blue economy, focusing on how these sectors could drive sustainable growth. Sessions emphasized the importance of strengthening Cape Cod's natural, built, and community systems to ensure economic prosperity. Additionally, strategies for supporting a year-round economy, from fisheries to local businesses, showcased a commitment to fostering inclusivity and long-term economic vitality across the regio

Ten years ago, OneCape was launched to address the region's pressing water quality challenges, with a focus on wastewater management. A decade later, the progress is evident, but the scope has expanded. This year's Summit highlighted the successes of the Cape Cod and Islands Water Protection Fund and focused on advancing efforts to protect our vital freshwater resources.

Housing, one of Cape Cod's most pressing challenges, was a major focus at OneCape 2024. Throughout the conference, speakers urged local leaders to collaborate on solutions to create more affordable, attainable housing for year-round residents. The event also showcased innovative ideas from national experts, from infill design to parking reform, as key strategies for tackling the region’s housing cris