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Apr 7, 2023

The Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments (COG) officially launched a public education campaign to elevate a regional and national increase in fire incidents related to the improper disposal of batteries.

Apr 6, 2023

As more information is discovered about the potential harmful effects of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), leaders throughout metropolitan Washington are working together to develop an informed and collaborative response as a region.

Apr 3, 2023

In partnership with local water utilities, the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments is proud to announce the winners of COG’s Water Resources Community Engagement Campaign’s annual “One Water” Regional Art Contest. The art contest was open to high school-aged students, grades 9 – 12, and featured a grand prize award of $300 for the contest’s two submission categories: Painting & Drawing and Photography & Digital Art.

Mar 21, 2023

The layout has been updated to enhance its appearance and highlight key information.

Mar 16, 2023

An opportunity to hear from four communities in the region that have participated in the TPB Transportation Land-Use Connections and Regional Roadway Safety Programs.

Mar 16, 2023

At its March meeting, the COG Board of Directors was briefed by three fellow board members on how their respective jurisdictions are using COG’s Equity Emphasis Areas (EEAs) planning concept in meaningful and transformative ways to advance equity.

Mar 14, 2023

At its March meeting, officials on the COG Board of Directors were joined by Meredith Weisel, Regional Director of the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) Washington, D.C., for a briefing on rising antisemitism, hate, and extremism across the nation and regionally. The briefing, recommended by COG Board Chair Kate Stewart following a number of incidents in the region, provided an opportunity for area leaders to unite against these acts of hate and extremism and find meaningful ways to collaborate in p​

Mar 13, 2023

Host Robert McCartney speaks with guests from the City of Alexandria, City of Frederick, and COG on efforts to improve roadway safety regionwide.