Community

Planning Areas

To shape more livable and prosperous communities, the Council of Governments promotes regional cooperation on planning, the economy, and housing options for all residents. COG informs area decision-makers with population, employment, and housing forecasts, and shares best practices and data on affordable housing and homelessness. COG proposes strategies to support sound land use and high-quality development in Activity Centers and near High-Capacity Transit Station Areas. COG and its members also coordinate on public health and child welfare programs.

News & Multimedia

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    COG celebrates region's outstanding foster parents

    May 16, 2024

    The Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments announced its 2024 Foster Parents of the Year honorees today, recognizing foster parents from 10 local...

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    Annual count reveals rise in homelessness across Metropolitan Washington

    May 15, 2024

    A total of 9,774 people are experiencing homelessness in the region in 2024, according to a report by the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments (COG)...

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