News Highlight Renewable Energy Seminar Explores New Technology Jun 24, 2005 Up-and-coming technologies, cleaner air, and more affordable sources of electricity were all part of discussions at a Renewable Energy Seminar.
News Highlight Homeland Security Grants Available Jun 21, 2005 Grants are now available through the 2005 Homeland Security Grant program at the Office of the Deputy Mayor for Public Safety and Justice in the District of Columbia.
News Highlight Radio Town Hall Focuses on Violence and Pedestrian Safety Jun 13, 2005 On June 12, COG and Clear Channel Radio hosted a Community Breakfast Forum on two of region’s most serious issues: violence and pedestrian safety.
News Highlight Frederick Farm Tour Features Best Practices Jun 13, 2005 The region’s elected officials braved the heat on a recent June day for an inside look at Frederick County’s agriculture and nutrient management.
News Release COG to Study Base Closure Impact on Region Jun 8, 2005 The Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments (COG) will examine the potential regional impact of the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) recommendations for the closure, realignment, or expansion of military and defense-related facilities.
News Highlight "Street Smart" Launches Pedestrian and Bike Safety Campaign May 26, 2005 A new three-year campaign will educate the public on pedestrian safety.
News Release New Programs Help Clean Region's Air May 25, 2005 Members of the Metropolitan Washington Air Quality Committee are sharing innovative local programs as part of an effort to help clean the region’s air.
News Release National Capital Region Celebrates Bike to Work Day May 20, 2005 The pouring rain didn’t stop hundreds of dedicated bicyclists from turning out to celebrate Bike to Work Day in Washington D.C., Silver Spring, Arlington—a total of 18 different sites.
News Release Report Gives Snapshot Of Region's Homeless Population May 11, 2005 The Board of Directors of the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments (COG) released the organization’s fifth annual Homeless Enumeration Report, providing an updated “snapshot” of the region’s homeless population.
News Highlight Foster Families Honored at Third Annual Gala May 9, 2005 COG and the Freddie Mac Foundation honored nine outstanding foster families at the third annual Foster Parent Appreciation Gala.