COST is a member-driven organization committed to giving Connecticut’s smaller communities a strong voice in the legislative process. COST champions the interests of member municipalities at the state Capitol and provides resources to help municipal leaders meet the challenges they face as chief executives of the state’s 139 smaller communities. Founded in 1975, COST is the state’s only organization dedicated exclusively to representing the interests of Connecticut’s smaller towns. COST marshals the collective talent, experience and vision of municipal leaders to help shape public policies in ways that help Connecticut’s smaller communities provide critical services to residents.