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Oct 21, 2015

A Transportation Planning Board analysis has quantified the traffic effects of Pope Francis' recent visit to the Washington region. The analysis, which showed sharp drops in rush-hour congestion on area roadways during the visit, demonstrates that modest reductions in driving during peak periods can yield dramatic improvements in travel conditions.

Oct 20, 2015

In October, U.S. Representative Barbara Comstock (VA-10) briefed the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments (COG) Board of Directors on her vision for the region, including several efforts related to transportation that closely align with local and regional priorities.

Oct 15, 2015

The Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments (COG) presented the second annual Climate and Energy Leadership Awards to the City of Takoma Park, Frederick County, Community Power Network, and Nextility for their outstanding efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and increase energy efficiency. The awards recognize and encourage local actions to advance the regional climate and energy goals established by leaders at COG.

Oct 7, 2015

COG partnered with Milken Institute School of Public Health (Milken Institute SPH) at the George Washington University and the Regional Primary Care Coalition to hold the Regional Latino Health Disparities Conference on October 7.

Oct 6, 2015

In March, the COG Board of Directors approved funding for COG to migrate to Microsoft Office 365, which would allow for email to be hosted over the Internet (cloud-based). “I enjoy providing support for various software applications, and that it assists other business units," says Lemus. "I also like the challenge of implementing new technologies.

Sep 29, 2015

Region also records third straight summer of no Code Red days of unhealthy air.

Sep 21, 2015

On Saturday, September 26, the public is encouraged to safely dispose of prescription and over-the-counter medications at over 50 locations throughout metropolitan Washington. This nationwide initiative is being promoted in the region by COG and regional partners, including law enforcement agencies, water utilities, and health officials.

Sep 18, 2015

Dry conditions persist throughout metropolitan Washington, but the region’s water supply levels and drought stage are normal according to the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments (COG), which developed and oversees the regional Water Supply and Drought Awareness Response Plan.

Sep 16, 2015

Transportation Planning Board analysis forecasts changes in driving, transit use, and other travel modes as well as housing patterns and access to jobs.

Sep 14, 2015

Public and private sector leaders developed a vision for hosting the 2024 Olympics in metropolitan Washington that would focus on and enhance regional assets like walkable communities, an expansive transit system, and natural resources like the Potomac and Anacostia rivers and Chesapeake Bay.