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THIS IS CRAWLEY DOWN FOOTBALL CLUB'S GENERAL NEWS PAGE. Individual Team News, Fixtures, Results & Match reports can be found on the TEAMS Pages..... COLOURS:- Ist XI, 2nd XI, 3rd XI:-Red Shirts, Red Shorts, Red Socks Youth XI: ................. Red Shirts, Red Shorts, Red Socks Change Kit: ............. White Shirts, Black or White Shorts, Black or White Socks Ladies XI: ................ White Shirts, Black Shorts, White Socks Change Kit: ............. Red shirts, Black Shorts, Red Socks. MANAGERS/Coaches 2010-2011 Season 1st XI: ................. Darren Guirey, Kevin Goldsmith, Roger Crouch 2nd XI: ................ Andy Brewer, Jon Aldridge and Matt Nash 3rd XI: ................. Mark Tilley Youth X1 .............. Andy Lilley, Mark Tilley Ladies XI: .............. Mark Hills, Jan Coster, Jodie Jacobs Junior Managers U6 to U16 see respective Team Web Pages.

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15/Jul/2010	CDFC Junior Presentation Report 2009/2010 Over 300 Parents and Children attended the Crawley Down FC Junior Presentation Evening on Saturday evening May 15th in the Haven Centre Hall. The Trophies & Medals were presented by Vice Chairman Mick Martin and a superb Barbecue was provided by the Under 8 Manager & Master Chef Chris Sullivan. There was also a massive raffle of over 30 prizes all donated by Parents & Club Officials & a cash team card draw. Vice Chairman Mick Martin introduced the itinerary for the evening and gave an overview of the success of the Senior Sides over the season. He then went on to say that the Junior section had their best season ever with the U10’s winning the Mid Sussex ‘B’ League Championship and the U16’s getting the Mid Sussex League title and the league Cup. The Under 10 Hammers also won the Crawley League Cup Final. The U13s also got to the Mid Sussex League Cup Final and finished 3rd in the ‘a’ league table. The Managers together handed out over 45 Medals and shields, which were presented after a short talk by all the Managers and Coaches to the age groups 6 to 16 years. The highlights of the evening was the U16 team being presented with the Team of the Season award which was received by Managers Andy Lilley & Tim Burden from Mick Martin. Most of the squad will be returning to play in the Southern Youth League next season as U18’s.
08/May/2010	CRAWLEY DOWN FC Senior Club Presentation Evening Saturday 8th May 2010 The Annual Presentation Dinner Dance for the Senior section of the Club was held at The Haven Centre Crawley Down. The guests sat down to a superb 3 course waitress serviced meal before the traditional Irish Bingo, which provided two lucky winners splitting £150. The Sponsor a Player draw run by George Russell was won by Jahmahl King and Sponsor, Club Vice Chairman Mick Martin. Secretary & Treasurer Jane Suckling organised the evening with Lynne Clingo and Chairman Brian Suckling was master of ceremonies and presented the awards. The evening was finished off with the young band Cold Heat and drinks in the Crawley Down Social Club. Chairman Brian Suckling thanked everyone for their efforts during the season and commended all the Teams for outstanding performances this year both on and off the field. The 1st teams performance after last season promotion from Div 2 was always going to attract scrutiny from others but they did the Club proud by achieving far more than was expected in their first season in Div One. An 8th place finish in the top flight reaching two Cup Semi-Finals and the John O’Hara League Cup Final and also alongside those achievements getting through several rounds of the FA Cup and FA Vase, going out eventually to Ashford Town (Middx) a Ryman Premier Club by the odd goal in the FA Cup and Bedfont in the Vase. The Club also gained the FA’s ground grading of ‘F’ one of a few in Sussex County Div 1 at the moment. We also had the FA Charter Standard Community Club award successfully renewed by the FA The 2nd Team won praise for further consolidating their position in the Reserve Section Premier League ending up in 7th position for the 2nd year running which was a very creditable performance. The 3rd XI also did well in consolidating their position in the Mid Sussex League Premier Division after their Promotion last season from Div 1. Brian stated that the New facilities at the Club have helped to bring about a fantastic feeling in the Club at all levels and results this season have proved that. With further improvements facilities wise he hoped the Club would continue to improve at a pace. He went on to thank all Committee Members and helpers for their tremendous hard work during the season and paid special tribute to the members of the 3J’s food bar who had worked tirelessly all season. The 2009/10 awards were presented as follows: 3rd XI: Players Player: James Curruthers, Managers Player: Dale Clark, Top Goal Scorer: Dan Strong. Reserve XI: Players Player: John Noakes, Managers Player: Adam Aylward, Top Goal Scorer: Anthony Gray. First X1: Players Player: Nick Sullivan Managers Player: Tony Reid, Top Goal Scorer: Tony Reid, Supporters Player: Nick Sullivan. Long Service awards were presented to: Scott Woolley and Dan Strong for 200 Appearances. The Crawley Down Club award was presented to Club Secretary & Treasurer Jane Suckling for her outstanding achievements in those roles this year but also for the organisation and development of the 3J’s Food bar, which has greatly increased Club Funds. Jane paid tribute to the other 3J’s members Jacky Barrett & Jenny Arscott and also Lynn Clingo for her help with the presentation evening.
08/Apr/2010	Crawley Down's Ground Facilities pass the FA's Ground Grading (F) for Step 5 Clubs. Sussex County League Div 1
10/Mar/2010	ANVILS IN JOHN O'HARA LEAGUE CUP FINAL Crawley Down FC reached the Final of the John O'Hara League Cup with a 2-1 Semi-Final win over Seaford Town at Shoreham FC tonight. Sam Cane & Tony Reid scored the goals for the Anvils and MOM was Centre Half Jahmahl King A great performance all round.
27/Oct/2009	FA CHARTER STANDARD COMMUNITY CLUB AWARD RENEWAL Crawley Down are delighted to announce the renewal by the National FA of their FA Charter Standard Community Club Award. A letter from the FA states: I am delighted to inform you that the FA Charter Standard Community Club Award renewal for Crawley Down FC has now been approved. The Charter Standard Community Award provides your club with the recognition for the quality of provision for members. It therefore goes without saying that we expect our Charter Standard Clubs to continue to offer this high level of provision, which you have achieved to obtain this award and to follow the FA guidelines for Child Protection and Best Practice. Les Howie National Development Manager (Clubs & Coaches) The FA The Executive Committee at Crawley Down would like to thank all Crawley Down Officials, Managers, Coaches and Helpers in continuing their excellence in providing Coaching, Child Protection & best practice in all areas of the Club. Without doubt this award continues our achievement of being one of the best organised and well run Clubs in the Country and one of only ELEVEN Charter Standard COMMUNITY Clubs in the County of Sussex.
17/Jul/2009	PRESS RELEASE Ex Peacehaven & Telscombe FC Manager Darren Guirey has been appointed Manager of Crawley Down FC after Paul Otway vacated the position due to work commitments. Chairman Brian Suckling moved quickly to secure the services of Guirey who had led Peacehaven to the Sussex County League Division 2 Championship and Division 2 Cup Winners last season. Suckling said “ I’m delighted to have appointed Darren who has just completed a fantastic period at Peacehaven. Darren’s a winner and I’m sure that he will use his experience to great effect as we take on Division 1 next season. Undoubtedly, he will add to what is already a good squad of players and I’m pleased to see that he will work with Assistant Manager/Coach Kevin Goldsmith who has worked tirelessly with The Anvils over the past 3 years. Suckling went onto say “ Paul Otway will not be leaving CDFC. He has agreed to be very much involved in general playing management as the Club strives for continued success at a higher level. Otters has been tremendously honest with me when he informed us that his work commitments were increasing and that it could affect his time available for CDFC” . New Manager Guirey stated “ I’m excited at the prospect of Managing Crawley Down Football Club who have achieved so much over the last few years on and off the pitch. As with any promoted team I shall be initially looking to consolidate the Club in Division 1 next season with a view to pushing forward for honours from thereon” For further information contact: Brian Suckling 07831 294445 Darren Guirey 07880 502423 Paul Otway 07968 834577 ............................................................................ENDS............................................................................
16/May/2009	CDFC Junior Presentation Report 2008/2009 Over 300 Parents and Children attended the Crawley Down FC Junior Presentation Evening on Saturday evening May 16th in the Haven Centre Hall. The Trophies & Medals were presented by Club Chairman Brian Suckling and a superb Barbecue was provided by the Under 16 Manager & Master Chef Lee Goodall. There was also a massive raffle of over 30 prizes all donated by Parents & Club Officials & a cash team card draw. Chairman Brian Suckling introduced the itinerary for the evening and gave an overview of the success of the Senior Sides over the season with the 1st XI being promoted to Div 1 of the Sussex County League and the 3rd XI also being promoted to the Mid Sussex Premier Division as Div 1 Champions. He also went on to say that the Junior setup had their best season ever with the U12’s winning the Mid Sussex ‘A’ League Championship and the U14’s runners up in the U14 ‘B’ League. The Under 10 Anvils also reached the Mid Sussex League Cup Final. Brian went on to say that the Club now wanted to establish further facilities at The Haven such as training facilities for both Juniors & Seniors so that funds generated could be better utilised within the Haven Centre, Social Club & Football Club rather than elsewhere in the district. He also thanked everyone for helping the Club obtain much needed funds through the 300 Club but hoped more would come on board in the fund raising area to further these aims. Youth Secretary Frank Prince and Vice Chairman Mick Martin handed out over 45 Medals and shields, which were presented after a short talk by all the Managers and Coaches to the age groups 7 to 16 years. The highlights of the evening were the U9's Player Max Farmer receiving the Steve Blackwell Memorial award presented by Mick Blackwell for the most Sporting Player in the U9’s group and the U12 team Manager Mark Bridger being awarded the Crawley Down team of the season trophy for the best performing team throughout the Junior Club.
09/May/2009	CRAWLEY DOWN FC Senior Club Presentation Evening Saturday 9th May 2009 The Annual Presentation Dinner Dance for the Senior section of the Club was held at The Haven Centre Crawley Down. The guests sat down to a superb meal before the traditional Irish Bingo, which provided two lucky winners splitting £200. Club Secretary & Treasurer Jane Suckling organised the evening with help from Lynne Clingo and Chairman Brian Suckling was master of ceremonies. The awards were presented by Stuart Frier, Life Member and former Secretary/Treasurer of the Club. The evening was finished off with a Disco and drinks in the Crawley Down Social Club. Chairman Brian Suckling thanked everyone for their efforts during the season and commended all the Teams for outstanding performances this year both on and off the field. The 1st teams performance produced a very close promotion run in with rivals Rustington, but with an 11 game unbeaten run The Anvils finally clinched it with 3 points to spare. Division one for the first time and after a 13 year continuous spell in Division Two. The Club also entered the FA Cup for the first time and had a second season in the Vase. The 2nd Team won praise for further consolidating their position in the Reserve Section Premier League ending up in 7th position which was a very creditable performance considering that they were the only County League 2nd Division side in the league and had to compete against several Ryman Clubs. The 3rd XI also came in for some praise winning the Mid Sussex League Div 1 Championship and being promoted to the Premier Division which means Crawley Down now have both the Reserves & 3rd XI playing intermediate football which shows the strength of depth and ability in the Club at all levels. The Ladies re-established themselves this season with a good influx of new players who have settled in well and retained their Division One status in the SCW&G Football League. Crawley Down’s Youth XI played in the Southern Youth League for the first time and playing a year under age they established themselves very well and should look forward to next season with a good experienced side. Brian stated that the New facilities at the Club have helped to bring about a fantastic feeling in the Club at all levels and results this season have proved that. With further improvements facilities wise he hoped the Club would continue to improve at a pace in following seasons. He went on to thank all Committee Members and helpers for their tremendous hard work during the season and paid special tribute to the members of the 3J’s food bar who had worked tirelessly all season. The 2008/09 awards were presented as follows: Ladies XI: Players Player: Amy Otway, Managers Player: Alana Rowland, Most improved Player: Katie Griffin, Supporters Player: Steph Allen, Top Goal Scorer: Lydia White. Youth XI: Players Player: Rob Stacey, Managers Player: Guy Harding, Top Goal Scorer: Chris Copestake, Supporters Player: Liam Harris 3rd XI: Players Player: Jordan Whitefoot, Managers Player: James Curruthers, Top Goal Scorer: Scott Mitchell. Reserve XI: Players Player: Paul Clifford, Managers Player: Kieran Fielding, Top Goal Scorer: Brett Caiger. First X1: Players Player: Matt Beeston, Managers Player: Adam New, Top Goal Scorer: Darren Tidey, Supporters Player: Matt Beeston. Several appearances awards were presented: 200 Appearances: Dave Juniper, Kieran Fielding, Kevin Maxey, Chris Barker 300 Appearances: Eddie Thompson. The Crawley Down Club award was presented to Chairman Brian Suckling for his outstanding achievements in guiding the Club to securing the facilities necessary for Promotion and which are now some of the best facilities in the County League and also for his undeniable leadership and focus on the quality of Team Management, Coaching and Standards throughout the Club.
21/Oct/2008	Crawley Down were quick to replace John Crumplin as Manager. Paul Otway and Kevin Goldsmith have taken over the role after Redhill had courted and then gained the Anvils Manager. The Club were disappointed with the ease at which Crumplin had made the decision to move to Redhill after the initial approach, especially as he had agreed in the close season to commit to the job for the season. Crawley Down however do not see the loss of Crumplin as a disadvantage in their quest for success in this current season and fully expect Paul & Kevin to easily fulfill the role that has been vacated.
02/Jun/2008	Crawley Down FC have appointed ex Brighton & Hove Albion Player John Crumplin as their new Manager to spearhead The Anvils quest for promotion. Chairman Brian Suckling said “the achievement that’s been made last season where the 1st Team just missed out on promotion was fantastic but the club is in need of strengthening for a full on campaign starting next August and John’s inclusion would undoubtedly add quality, experience and above all else the determination to succeed”. Crumplin who spent a season at the club firstly as a player under former manager Darren Barker and subsequently as caretaker manager after Barker had quit for business reasons, was impressed with the improved facilities at the Haven Centre. He went on to say that “I know how long it has taken Crawley Down to get planning permission for their ground improvements, they have gone about it the right way and have aspirations to get into the Ryman League and beyond”. Crumplin sees Down as having the ambition he needs to get himself fired up again. He went on to say, “They have given me a carrot all I have got to do is to pay them back with a bit of success”. Last seasons player/manager Paul Otway will be Crumplin’s assistant and it is hoped that Karl Scott will remain with the club in a coaching capacity. Also Suckling reported that the re-introduction of an Under 18 Youth Team to compete in the Southern Youth League was an integral part of the change in management. The appointment of Steve Breach as youth boss will bring a new era of players ready for progression into the first and reserves teams.
17/May/2008	CRAWLEY DOWN FC Senior Club Presentation Evening Friday 16th May 2008 The Annual Presentation Dinner Dance for the Senior section of the Club was held at The Woodcock Inn Hotel Felbridge. The guests sat down to a superb meal before the traditional Irish Bingo, which provided four lucky winners splitting £200. Long serving Club Member Bob Chambers organised the evening and was the master of ceremonies. The awards were presented by George Russell, a dedicated supporter of the Club, who has won his own recent hard fought battle with Cancer and has recently taken on the role of Commercial Manager at the Club. The evening finished off with a Disco, which continued into the early hours. Chairman Brian Suckling thanked everyone for their efforts during the season and commended all the Teams for an outstanding year for the Club both on and off the field. The 1st teams performance produced a very close promotion push as well as some excellent Cup runs in the John O’Hara and FA Vase matches. The 2nd Team won praise for consolidating their position in the Reserve Section Premier League which was a very creditable performance considering that they were the only County League 2nd Division side and had to compete against several Ryman Clubs. The 3rd X1 also did exceptionally well gaining promotion to the Mid Sussex League Division One which shows the strength of ability in the Club at all levels. The Ladies re-established themselves this season with a good influx of new players who have settled in well and retained their Division One status in the SCW&G Football League. They also got to the SCFA Women’s trophy final. The Programme for the evening included lots of facts and figures on player’s appearances and goal scorers since the Club first joined the County League back in 1995. Brian stated that the New facilities at the Club have helped to bring about a recovery in fortunes and with further improvements to complete the project he hoped the revival would continue at a pace in following seasons. He went on to thank Bob Chambers for organising the evening and thanked All Committee Members for their hard work during the season. He paid special tribute to the members of the 3J’s food bar who had worked tirelessly all season. Awards were presented as follows: The 2007/08 awards: Ladies X1: Players Player: Katrina Neathey, Managers Player: Tammy Brackpool, Most improved Player: Tracey Hall, Supporters Player: Amy Otway, Top Goal Scorer: Jodie Jacobs. 3rd X1: Players Player: Jordan Whitefoot, Managers Player: Mark Shippey, Top Goal Scorer: Rick Haak & Scott Mitchell. Reserve X1: Players Player: Mark Aldred, Managers Player: Craig Tonna, Top Goal Scorer: Graeme White. First X1: Players Player: Shayne Goldsmith, Managers Player: Adam Aylward, Top Goal Scorer: Gareth Neathey & Mark Saunders, Supporters Player: Scott Woolley. This season several appearances awards were presented: 200 Appearances: Simon Rawden, Paul Otway & Matt Lake. 300 Appearances: Dave Connor & Darren Fryer. 400 Appearances: Adam Alyward. The Crawley Down Club award was presented to George Russell for his outstanding achievements and in securing Sponsorship since taking over the role of Commercial Manager for the Club.
25/May/2007	Musco Lighting finally commissioned the Floodlights at The Haven Centre on Friday evening the 25th May 2007. The big switch on came at 9:30pm The only words that can describe it after a 10 year hard slog was brilliant.
12/May/2007	CDFC JUNIOR PRESENTATION EVENING 2006/2007 Over 250 Parents and Children attended the Crawley Down FC Junior Presentation Evening on Saturday evening May 12th in the Haven Centre Hall. The Trophies & Medals were presented by Jodie Jacobs and a superb Barbecue was provided together with 300 Club Draw, 1 to 100 draw and a massive raffle. Prizes were provided by Parents, sponsors, Managers and also Crawley Down Social Club. Chairman Brian Suckling started the proceedings by introducing Jodie Jacobs a former Crawley Down Junior who has recently stepped into the international set up for England, playing in the Under 17's. Jodie started her career with Crawley Down with Steve Blackwell and progressed to Crawley Wasps, Chelsea and now England. Jodie gave a short summary of her career, which was wildly appreciated by the audience. Brian went on to say that the Club was now secure and that grants from FSIF and MSDC would enable the new facilities for Senior football to be in place by the start of the new season. He also thanked everyone for helping the Club obtain much needed funds through the 300 Club. Brian also said now with full support from local Councillors our MP, WPC and MSDC and most of the organisations and Community of Crawley Down the facilities will now finally be realised. Youth Secretary Frank Prince, Vice Chairman Mick Martin and Secretary Colin MacCleaster handed out over 45 Medals and shields, which were presented after a short talk by all the Managers and Coaches to the age groups 6 to 16 years. The highlights of the evening were the U9's Player Joe Trigg receiving the Steve Blackwell Memorial award presented by Peter & Ben Blackwell for the most Sporting Player in the U9's age group and the U8a team Manager Dave Hollands being awarded the Crawley Down team of the season for the best performance throughout the Club.
07/May/2007	CRAWLEY DOWN FC SENIOR PRESENTATION EVENING Saturday 5th May 2007 7:30pm Well over 90 people attended the presentation awards Dinner Dance for the Senior section of the Club held at The Woodcock Inn Hotel Felbridge. A live band provided the entertainment the David Bowie tribute band 'Bootleg Bowie' and the traditional Irish Bingo provided 4 winners who split £280. Brian Suckling thanked everyone for their efforts during the season and commended the 1st teams performance over the last 14 matches which secured our Senior Status for next season. The 2nd Team won praise for losing only one single league match in winning the Reserve Section (East) League Championship and gaining promotion to the Sussex County Reserve Section Premier League. The 3rd X1 also did well and only lost out on promotion because of the difficult weather conditions causing the Mid Sussex League to abandon the leagues and finish off with two small leagues per division to decide the Promotion & Relegation. The 3rd X1 also got to the Final of the Edgar German Cup but lost out on penalties. The Ladies established themselves further consolidating their position in Div 1 of the Sussex County Women & Girls Football League and getting to the Trophy Semi-Final unfortunately losing out on Penalties. The Programme included lots of facts and figures including a change at the top of the Mens appearances table with Adam Aylward overtaking Bob Chambers with 367 as against 354 appearances, Top Ladies appearances was held by Becki Maycock with 134. Brian stated that the New facilities at the Club have now been started and should be complete by the time the new season starts, this heralded a bright new future for the Club and he hoped that all would be here to enjoy that new beginning next season. He went on to thank Bob Chambers for organising the evening and Committee Members Colin MacCleaster and Mick Martin for their organisation of Medals, Programme etc. etc. Awards were presented as follows: Mementos for the previous season 2005/06 award winners: Paul Otway, Adam Aylward, Nick Sullivan, Scott Mitchell, Jon Noakes, Dave Bridges, Jordan Whitefoot, Mark Tilley, Claire Ide, Charlie Arratoon, Nicola Yates, Tony Everest. The 2006/07 awards: Ladies X1: Players Player: Claire Ide, Managers Player: Lydia White, Most improved Player: Emma Wheeler, Supporters Player: Claire Ide, Top Goal Scorer: Charlie Arratoon. 3rd X1: Players Player: Dave Bridges, Managers Player: Dale Clark, Top Goal Scorer: Rick Haak Reserve X1: Players Player: Kieran Fielding, Managers Player: Shayne Goldsmith, Top Goal Scorer: Matt Edwards First X1: Players Player: Jimmy Arnold, Managers Player: Dan Sullivan, Top Goal Scorer: Tom Saunders, Supporters Player: Adam Aylward. Dan Sullivan received an award for over 200 appearances for CDFC. Charlie Arratoon won an award for scoring over 200 Goals for Crawley Down Ladies FC The Crawley Down Club award was presented to Karl Scott for his efforts in Managing a League winning side and also for his commitment to Coaching and helping behind the scenes at the Club during a Match Day.
19/Apr/2007	Musco Lighting completed the Foundations for the New Floodlights at The Haven Centre.
24/Feb/2007	MSDC Capital Grants Committee have approved a 39.6K grant towards the upgrading of facilities at the Haven Sportsfield for Crawley Down FC. The grant is of course subject to the FSIF approving CDFC's funding application and the Club itself adding it's own cash injection so that the Project target budget is reached. This is great news for the Club who are now confident that the Project can be completed during the Summer period and ready for the start of the 2007/2008 Season.
12/Jan/2007	PLANNING PERMISSION FOR FACILITIES UPGRADE GRANTED MSDC north area planning committee unanimously approved Planning Permission for Crawley Down FC to upgrade their facilities at The Haven Centre to comply with the FA's ground grading requirements for Sussex County League Division One Football. The permission allows the Club to add facilities such as Floodlighting, Seated Stands for 100+ spectators and a standing enclosure also for 100 people. A Hard standing area will also be laid surrounding the entire pitch. Both the hard standing area and the stands will be accessible for disabled use. The Pitch will be enclosed by a 2.4 Mtr perimeter high fence, which will be accessible via gates for casual use when the Club is not using the facilities. This is brilliant news for the Club and the community of Crawley Down and is the culmination of some 8 years of negotiations with the MSDC, WPC and the FA to give the Community an arena, which could be used by many other activities as well as its prime use for Football. The Club now has to concentrate its efforts on obtaining funding to enable the Project to be started as soon as possible and we are of course interested to here from or talk to any local businesses or individuals who may be interested to help towards the Club meeting its target of 100k+ The Club wish to thank all those involved in the project including the huge support from the local Community and Press during the Public consultation period and also the MSDC, WPC, SCFL, FA and Ward Councillors for their advice and support during this period. Further information: Chairman Brian Suckling 07831 294445
01/Sep/2006	Public consultation period has been a great success for the Club virtually all correspodence has been very positive and the backing of both the Community and organisations within the Community has been fantastic.
19/Jul/2006	NOTICE MSDC, WPC and CDFC Give notice of a Public Consultation Period from Monday 24th July 06 to Monday 21st August 06 For proposed enhancements to facilities at the Haven Sportsfield Crawley Down. The proposals are for enhanced facilities for Sport and leisure activities to include a Skate Board Area. A display will be at The Haven Centre in the main foyer from Monday 24th July 2006 to Friday 28th July 2006 between 7pm and 9pm and again on Saturday morning 29th July 2006 between 10am and 12noon. Officers will be on hand to explain the proposals and take any questions. A Comments book will be available for individuals to express their views of the proposal. The proposal is in Partnership with the CDFC and both MSDC and the WPC. A Plan will also be available to view at the WPC offices and MSDC.