As we continue to support School Building Projects across the state, I want to take a moment to reaffirm the vital role the Office of Grants Administration (OGA) plays in advancing educational infrastructure in Connecticut. Our team of five professionals proudly serves:
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169 local school districts
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17 regional school districts
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6 Regional Educational Service Centers (RESCs)
The scope of our work is extensive and essential. Our responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
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Administering school construction grants
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Managing estimated payments
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Reviewing both priority and non-priority applications
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Issuing grant commitments
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Ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements
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Supporting planning, execution, and oversight of school building projects statewide
Please note: This list is not all-inclusive. Our responsibilities often extend into additional areas critical to maintaining the integrity, transparency, and accountability of the state’s investment in public education.
We want to assure you that:
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Emails sent to DAS.GrantsAdministration@ct.gov are acknowledged within the business day they are received
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Responses to inquiries may take several days, depending on the complexity of the inquiry
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Each question is carefully reviewed to ensure guidance is accurate, complete, and aligned with current policies and procedures
We ask for your continued cooperation and understanding as we work through inquiries. Please keep in mind:
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Many questions require internal coordination
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Some inquiries may involve consultation with our Plan Review Team or Legal Counsel
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These steps are essential to ensure responses reflect the most current interpretations and requirements, specifically those outlined in Chapter 173 of the Connecticut General Statutes (C.G.S.)
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Such consultations may extend the response time, but they are necessary to uphold the standards and responsibilities shared between our office and each district
We appreciate your cooperation and recognize the importance of collaboration in delivering safe, modern, and effective learning environments for Connecticut’s students. The OGA remains committed to supporting you with clarity, consistency, and care as we navigate this work together.
