Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments

12/07/2022

New data shows a decrease in traffic fatalities in the region, but an increase in arrests, crashes, and injuries. Read the full "How Safe are our Roads?" report: http://ow.ly/3I7L50LXwnZ

12/01/2022

Street Smart tip: Look twice before you turn. Someone could be crossing the street. Get more tips to : http://bestreetsmart.net/drive/

11/22/2022

This Thanksgiving, remember to throw cooled cooking grease and oil in the trash. Learn more ways to avoid costly clogged drains: http://protectyourpipes.org

11/21/2022

*NEW* Season 2: Episode 2 of COG's 'Think Regionally' Podcast is now live!

Area leaders discuss new strategies for investing in the region's historically disadvantaged neighborhoods.

Listen now or get the transcript: http://ow.ly/qvys50LK2el

11/21/2022

Calling all high school artists inspired by our region's waterways! The One Water Regional Art Contest is a chance for young artists to share works that capture the importance of protecting our local water sources for a chance to win a prize. More details: mwcog.org/onewater

11/18/2022

COG's Street Smart program launched its fall traffic campaign yesterday. Thank you to Mayor Bowser, area and law enforcement agencies, and crash survivors for participating.

Learn more about the campaign: http://ow.ly/VP1T50LIyuz

11/17/2022

For nearly 20 years, COG has compiled an annual report on crime and crime trends in the region. The most recent data was presented at this month's COG Board meeting, prompting a robust discussion on regional collaboration for crime prevention. Read more: http://bit.ly/3EHNyjc

11/15/2022

Today is ! Pledge to recycle more, buy recycled products, and take other sustainable actions, and you'll be eligible for great prizes. mwcog.org/recyclesday

10/27/2022

Throw wipes in the trash

Don't let this spooky season distract you from the real scary things like clogged pipes! Remember, wipes belong in the trash. https://protectyourpipes.org/

10/26/2022

Last Thursday, 28 leaders in local government concluded a year-long professional development journey. This 18th Institute for Regional Excellence cohort is ready to work across disciplines and jurisdictional boundaries for the benefit of our entire region. Read more: https://bit.ly/3D8EXEc

10/25/2022

I was pleased to present Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments Executive Director Chuck Bean a Resolution congratulating him for leading the organization for more than a decade. His distinguished service at COG has shown incredible dedication and commitment to bringing the region together to address the critical challenges we face.

10/24/2022

*NEW* Welcome to Season 2 of COG's 'Think Regionally' Podcast!

Episode 1 is now streaming. Hear from two experts about the factors that lead to varying health outcomes & what the road to solutions looks like.

Listen now or get the transcript: http://ow.ly/JMi350Ljvw1

10/13/2022

Region surpasses 2020 climate goal

Many thanks to Gretchen Goldman, Assistant Director of the White House Office of Science & Technology Policy for joining yesterday's COG Board meeting to share some inspiring words as COG announced the region's achievement of our goal to reduce emissions to 20% under 2005 levels by 2020. Ambitious goals like these require partnership at all levels of government. Read the release: https://bit.ly/3VzHEXR

10/12/2022

Congratulations to our 2022 Climate & Energy Leadership Award recipients, Frederick County, MD and Rise N Shine Foundation, for their outstanding efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions () and advance across the region. Learn more: http://ow.ly/cixW50L8pZR

10/05/2022

Our region had just three "code orange" days in 2022, down from 8 in 2021. Also promising: the last "code red" air quality day recorded in our region was in 2018. This marks the best three-year period for air quality since COG began tracking. Read the release: https://bit.ly/3M7INBk

09/29/2022

Did you know 78% of our region's water supply comes from the Potomac? There are challenges that come with over-reliance on a single water source. COG has been working closely with water utilities + partners to ID alternatives. Read more about these efforts: https://www.mwcog.org/newsroom/2022/09/28/cog-board-supports-effort-to-improve-regional-water-supply-resiliency/

DC Water Fairfax Water Interstate Commission on the Potomac River Basin, ICPRB Arlington County Department of Environmental Services WSSC Water

09/22/2022

New WMATA GM Randy Clarke spoke to the COG Board at its September meeting. Constructive discussion on shared priorities for ensuring a safe, reliable transit system in the region. Read the highlights on the COG website: https://bit.ly/wmata_gm

09/21/2022

Photos from Prince William County Government, Virginia's post

09/16/2022

The 2022 State of the Commute is here. The survey, conducted by COG every three years, provides a comprehensive look at commuter trends in the region. This year's report reveals drastic changes in commute patterns since the onset of the pandemic. Check out the release here: https://bit.ly/3BeNog8

09/14/2022

Today, the COG Board endorsed new planning initiatives to help expand electric vehicle infrastructure and increase the use of regionwide. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3QKy8gw

09/14/2022

COG, in partnership w/ the Montgomery County Office of Agriculture, hosted a tour for area leaders & local partners to explore some of the county’s farms & vineyards that provide valuable resources to the community. Learn more about COG’s food & ag work: http://ow.ly/ESxm50KIaTl

09/09/2022

Executive Director Chuck Bean helped kick-off Leadership Greater Washington’s Class of ‘22 orientation yesterday with an overview of our region’s past, present, and future. Thanks to the program participants for a lively and thoughtful discussion on uniting our region.

09/08/2022

COG's search for a new Executive Director has begun. Learn more: http://ow.ly/GEv350KEUeo

08/25/2022

COG’s interactive Equity Emphasis Areas map allows users to compare demographic & geographic data around the region.

This example shows where the region’s African American population lives in relation to EEAs. Learn more: http://mwcog.org/EEA

08/16/2022

Our region’s planners and decision-makers need to understand where the region’s current needs are and where the needs will be in the future.

COG’s interactive map shows how Equity Emphasis Areas (current) and Regional Activity Centers (future) overlap. www.mwcog.org/EEA

08/10/2022

COG’s Equity Emphasis Areas have been updated with new Census Bureau data and the interactive EEAs map reflects these updates and allows users to see individual jurisdictions’ tract data. Learn more: http://mwcog.org/EEA

08/02/2022

August is a hot month in our region & that heat contributes to ground-level ozone that creates unhealthy . That's why we're working with Clean Air Partners to bring you tips all month.

07/29/2022

Equity Emphasis Areas, a regional planning concept, are being used by COG staff, member governments, and partner organizations to help inform decision-making and elevate across the region.
Learn more: http://ow.ly/SKwG50K7zQL

07/28/2022

New in metropolitan Washington declined 34 percent from 2020 to 2021 according to data in COG's latest Commercial Construction Indicators Report: http://ow.ly/ZZxM50K6JFq

07/26/2022

COG's newest publication highlights many innovative healthy access policies across the DMV. The FARM Committee hopes this will broaden understanding and further improve policymaking to strengthen food security. mwcog.org/foodpolicy

07/22/2022

Prince George's County Executive Angela Alsobrooks talks about exciting new economic developments in the county's future on the latest episode of 'Think Regionally': http://ow.ly/Pr1q50JV4WU

Prince George's County Economic Development Corporation

07/21/2022

officials are urging the White House to include regional security priorities in new national strategy in advance of the upcoming Conference on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health. http://ow.ly/wCnt50K1mhO

07/19/2022

Fairfax County Economic Development Authority President & CEO Victor Hoskins joined 'Think Regionally' to talk about where our region's advantages and opportunities for long-term growth reside.

Hear more: http://ow.ly/Pr1q50JV4WU

Fairfax County Economic Development Authority

07/13/2022

*NEW* Episode 9 of 'Think Regionally' is now streaming.

Hear from regional leaders about new efforts to promote long-term growth and prosperity.

Listen now or get the transcript: https://www.mwcog.org/newsroom/2022/07/13/podcast-the-future-of-the-economy/

07/11/2022

COG's annual Drinking Water and Wastewater survey revealed 56% of respondents “don’t know” the source of their drinking .

Learn more about the survey and what local utilities are doing to educate residents about the region's water infrastructure: http://ow.ly/m9A550JTcCH

07/07/2022

Are you helping metropolitan Washington meet its climate and equity goals? Apply for a COG Climate and Energy Leadership Award today! https://bit.ly/2op1Dwf

06/30/2022

Esté atento al aire. Hoy en el DMV hay una alerta de calidad de aire, pero usted puede ayudar. http://mwcog.org/aqi

06/30/2022

Today in the DMV there is a Code Orange air quality alert, but there are things you can do to stay healthy and help our environment. http://mwcog.org/aqi

06/29/2022

Code Orange unhealthy air is forecast for tomorrow (Thursday) for the metropolitan Washington region. Area residents are encouraged to limit outdoor activities. Learn more/stay informed: http://mwcog.org/aqi Clean Air Partners

06/28/2022

Chuck Bean announced he'll be concluding his tenure leading COG in early 2023. Board Chair Christian Dorsey said Bean's "positive energy, political skills, and big picture perspective" helped bolster COG’s reputation as the hub for partnership. More: http://ow.ly/F85O50JK1n8