Purpose 

Provincetown has embarked on a process of determining its next economy. Begun in June of 2008, a working plan will be ready by the spring of 2009.

Disclaimer: This is not an official site of the town of Provincetown. Rather, this site was developed by New Commons to conduct public outreach to Provincetown residents, non-residents and visitors.  

 Focus of the plan

In reading 12 or so study plans for Provincetown, it is clear that for both this next process and next plan, Provincetown has to be looked at as a whole place and not just its economy in isolation. Yes, the centerpiece is public participation that produces a plan of action for building the next economy, but it will be done by integrating these essential elements: 

• Culture and character
• Housing
• Common infrastructure needs such as parking and transportation
• Marketing Provincetown as a destination
• Nature of future buildings
• Geography and ecology 

To produce the plan, New Commons will: 

Integrate the plans and studies already completed wihch will serve a s the foundation for Provincetown's Next Economy;

• Form a steering committee composed of members of the PEDC and citizens;
• Conduct surveys to assess the needs and desires of residents and visitors, especially young people and those new to the town;
• Hold public forums and;
• Build a network for continuous implementation.