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Jul 6, 2004

Last week, COG Board Vice President Penelope Gross was elected to the National Association of Regional Councils Board and COG Vice Chair Judith ("J") Davis was re-elected to the Maryland Municipal League Board.

Jun 24, 2004

For the past seven years, the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments (COG) has been honoring employers for voluntarily initiating and promoting alternative commuter programs.

Jun 9, 2004

A new report approved by the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments (COG) Board of Directors reveals a slight increase in the number of area residents who are chronically homeless, and establishes new methods for providing better data and tracking solutions for homelessness in the region.

May 14, 2004

More than half of the region’s workforce cannot afford to pay the average rental price for apartments or homes in metropolitan Washington , according to a new report by the Washington Area Housing Partnership (WAHP).

May 7, 2004

An estimated 4,400 residents of the National Capital Region participated in “Bike to Work Day” to promote a healthy and environmentally-friendly commuting alternative that reduces road congestion. The event drew 1,400 more riders than it did last year.

May 1, 2004

COG and the Freddie Mac Foundation honored hundreds of foster parents from the metropolitan Washington region during its second annual gala tribute to Foster Parent Appreciation Month in May. The event was an opportunity for elected officials to thank the many people who open their homes and give of their hearts to help children grow, achieve and become good citizens.

Apr 21, 2004

The National Capital Region Transportation Planning Board (TPB) voted to include Maryland ’s Intercounty Connector (ICC) this year when it evaluates how the region’s transportation plan will affect the area’s air quality. Officials from jurisdictions around the region took a position on moving Maryland ’s ICC forward in the planning process.

Apr 14, 2004

National Capital Region Emergency Preparedness Council Chair Bruce Williams joined senior Congressional leaders, top Department of Homeland Security officials, and leading business executives at Equity International's Capitol Hill Homeland Security Technology Showcase.

Feb 19, 2004

The Metropolitan Washington Air Quality Committee (MWAQC) approved its revised air quality plan, paving the way for state air agencies to submit the plan to the Environmental Protection Agency for approval. The move followed a 30-day period for public comment that ended in January.

Feb 18, 2004

The Transportation Planning Board (TPB) has developed a comprehensive summary of transportation needs for the next six years. The Board is working to coordinate efforts at the federal, state, regional and local levels to help prepare roadways and transit systems for projected growth of more than 30 % over the next 25 years.