Organization Type: Government

BANKSVILLE INDEPENDENT FIRE DEPARTMENT, INC.

Founded in 1949, the Banksville Independent Fire Department is an all-volunteer organization located along the New York – Connecticut border in the Town of North Castle, Westchester County, NY. With the state line running through the tiny hamlet of Banksville, BIFD is chartered and provides services in both New York and Connecticut. In Connecticut, BIFD […]

Written by on September 20, 2014

TOWN OF GREENWICH – EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS

This department responds to incidents of mass casualty, disaster or bio-terrorism. They coordinate with the Town of Greenwich municipal departments, agencies, such as the Red Cross, Greenwich Hospital, private industry and businesses.

Written by on September 19, 2014

CONNECTICUT COMMISSION ON HUMAN RIGHTS AND OPPORTUNITIES

The mission of the Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities (CHRO) is to eliminate discrimination through civil and human rights law enforcement and to establish equal opportunity and justice for all persons within the state through advocacy and education. They enforce human rights laws that ban illegal discrimination in employment, housing, public accommodations and […]

Written by on September 8, 2014

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY COMMISSION

This agency enforces several federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination based on race, sex, color, national origin, religion, disability, or age.  MA – Regional Office has jurisdiction over Connecticut. Call the 800 number for information and get pre-screened by an intake representative before visiting the office or take an ONLINE ASSESSMENT EEOC works with Fair Employment Practice […]

Written by on September 7, 2014

GREENWICH DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES – SENIOR SERVICES

Senior Services are geared to adult residents, fifty years of age and above and may include members of their immediate family. They provide a broad range of services to individuals and families who need assistance in maintaining or achieving their full potential for self-direction, self-reliance and independent living in the community. Home visits are easily arranged […]

Written by on August 17, 2014

HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE TOWN OF GREENWICH

Since 1946, the Housing Authority has been committed to being an effective and successful producer, owner and manager of affordable housing options for seniors, families and individuals from various racial, ethnic and economic backgrounds. The Housing Authority controls nearly 761 units in 15 properties, including home-ownership condominiums, scattered-site housing, various developments and PARSONAGE COTTAGE. The […]

Written by on August 17, 2014

CONNECTICUT SENATOR – L. SCOTT FRANTZ

Republican State Senator L. Scott Frantz was elected to his third term in the State Senate in 2012. Senator Frantz represents the 36th Senate District, which includes the communities of Greenwich, New Canaan and Stamford. He took the seat held for ten terms by Bill Nickerson who retired in 2009.

Written by on August 16, 2014

GREENWICH TOWN HALL

The receptionist at the main entrance desk can help guide you to any of the town government divisions.  This was the location of the town high school from 1926-1970.

Written by on August 14, 2014

CONNECTICUT DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

State agency responsible for strengthening Connecticut’s competitive position in the rapidly-changing, knowledge-based global economy. The agency takes a comprehensive approach to economic development that incorporates community development, transportation, education and arts and culture.  The Department of Economic and Community Development devises and implements strategies that help businesses grow and succeed, revitalize communities and neighborhoods, and […]

Written by on July 28, 2014

GREENWICH TAX ASSESSOR

Town office responsible for the values assigned for taxation purposes to all real estate and personal property in Greenwich. All property is assessed at 70% of market value. Revaluation is mandated by state law every 4 years. A full physical revaluation, with appraisers inspecting property to determine value, is done every five years.  This is […]

Written by on July 28, 2014