INTERGOVERNMENTAL POLICY AND PLANNING DIVISION
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The Intergovernmental Policy and Planning Division (IGPP) functions as a conduit for intergovernmental communications by gathering and disseminating information concerning the needs of local governments and Council of Governments, the programs of assistance available to them, and legislative activities affecting them. IGPP also coordinates state efforts to revitalize cities, preserve the unique charm of our state, and build livable, economically strong communities while protecting our natural resources for the enjoyment of future generations. The IGPP Division includes two units - the Office of Responsible Growth (ORG) and the Assessment, Data Collection and Grants Management Unit.
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OFFICE OF RESPONSIBLE GROWTH |
The Office of Responsible Growth (ORG) was established by Governor Rell’s Executive Order No. 15 in October 2006 to help build upon efforts “to revitalize cities, preserve the unique charm of our state and build livable, economically strong communities while protecting our natural resources for the enjoyment of future generations.”
ORG’s major work functions include the following:
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ASSESSMENT, DATA COLLECTION AND GRANTS MANAGEMENT |
Develops and recommends policy to the Governor and provides guidance to municipalities in certain areas of property tax assessment. Issues regulations concerning municipal revaluations; qualifies revaluation personnel; recommends schedules for motor vehicle property assessment purposes; and prescribes municipal assessment forms.
Collects, analyzes and publishes municipal data including equalized net grand list, mill rates and grand levies along with revaluation date tracking, testing and certification.
Acts as liaison to Connecticut Association of Assessing Officials, Connecticut Certified Municipal Assessors Committee and Certified Connecticut Municipal Tax Collector Committee.
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