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Mar 31, 2025

The DMVMoves Task Force met to discuss Metro’s financial outlook and a revised proposal for managing its maintenance program while making targeted investments to improve service efficiency. The Task Force reviewed a new funding approach focusing on sustainable maintenance, modernization efforts like rail automation, and a regional bus priority program, with plans to finalize recommendations later this year.

Mar 18, 2025

At the COG Board of Directors meeting on March 12, more than 130 first responders and officials from public safety agencies, local governments, and non-profit organizations across the metropolitan Washington region were recognized by area elected officials for their service and bravery in responding to the tragic mid-air collision near Reagan National Airport on January 29.

Mar 12, 2025

The following is a statement by Rodney Lusk on behalf of the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments (COG) Board of Directors regarding the current federal spending bill, which proposes severe cuts to the District of Columbia. Lusk, a Fairfax County Supervisor, serves as the Chair of the COG Board of Directors.

Mar 12, 2025

Area officials on the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments (COG) Board of Directors were briefed today on regional impacts of federal workforce changes and resources available to support residents affected by these changes across the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia.

Mar 3, 2025

On May 15, take a greener and healthier way to get to work and earn a free T-shirt

Feb 12, 2025

Whether you are considering your commute options for a return to office, thinking of using public transit to get to work for the first time since the pandemic, or looking to lower the cost of your commute in the months ahead, Commuter Connections has the free resources you need.

Feb 11, 2025

In this episode, we're diving into the important topic of roadway safety and how we are working to eliminate roadway fatalities and make streets safe for all road users through initiatives such as the Street Smart safety campaign, infrastructure upgrades through our Regional Roadway Safety Program, and new legislative solutions such as exploring reciprocity agreements for automated tickets across jurisdictions.​

Jan 30, 2025

Chair Rodney Lusk offers condolences, shares information on regional response and coordination.