Connecticut
Citizens' Assembly

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Our Mission

An Assembly of Everyday CT Residents to Define the Future of Local Funding

The Connecticut Citizens' Assembly is a groundbreaking democratic initiative designed to give residents a direct voice in state policy. By bringing together a representative group of citizens from across the state, we aim to solve the complex challenge of funding local public services while ensuring equity and sustainability for every municipality.

From transportation and infrastructure to education and emergency response, local public services are the backbone of our communities. Our mission is to give a representative sample of the people of Connecticut a chance to set their priorities for public service provision and funding.

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169 Towns, One Goal

Every corner of Connecticut — from coastal towns to rural communities — deserves a seat at the table. Our assembly ensures diverse, representative voices shape the future of how we fund the services that matter most.

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How It Works

The Assembly Roadmap

A structured, three-stage approach to redefining public service funding in Connecticut — from expert learning to legislative impact.

Assembly Process

The assembly follows a three-stage roadmap: learning from experts in public finance and local government, deliberating in small diverse groups, and drafting collective recommendations for state legislators.

Dates & Locations

After 3 months of preparatory work, residents will meet over 6–8 sessions in the summer of 2026 at locations across the state to ensure broad accessibility and representation.

Policy Influence

Assembly recommendations will be brought by State Comptroller Sean Scanlon to a hearing in the State Legislature, serving as the primary evidence base for municipal funding reforms.

Our Path Forward

Timeline

Our path from design to implementation to lasting impact on Connecticut's communities.

Design & Preparation

3 months of preparatory work — forming the expert governance committee, designing the assembly process, and recruiting a representative sample of Connecticut residents.

Summer Sessions 2026

Assembly participants meet for 6–8 structured sessions — hearing from experts, deliberating in small groups, and building consensus around funding priorities.

Draft Recommendations

Citizens collectively draft a set of clear, actionable recommendations for how Connecticut should fund local public services equitably and sustainably.

Legislative Impact

State Comptroller Sean Scanlon presents the assembly's findings at a State Legislature hearing, where they serve as a primary evidence base for municipal funding reform.

Legislative Partnership

From Citizens to State Policy

The Connecticut Citizens' Assembly works in direct partnership with elected officials to ensure that the voices of everyday residents shape real policy outcomes — not just advisory reports.

"Assembly recommendations will be brought by State Comptroller Sean Scanlon to a hearing in the State Legislature, serving as the primary evidence base for municipal funding reforms."

Our Commitment

Empowering Citizens with the Information to Shape Connecticut's Future

We are committed to transparency, rigorous process design, and genuine civic engagement. Every participant receives the expert knowledge and deliberative support needed to make meaningful, informed recommendations.

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Have questions about the assembly or want to provide input? Want to offer financial or in-kind support, or looking for opportunities for research? We are committed to transparency and citizen engagement throughout this process.

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