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Regional Green Building Program Honored	Mar 19, 2008
COG wins 2008 Sustainability Award from American Society of Civil Engineers-National Capital Section.
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Greater Washington 2050 Coalition to Engage Younger Residents	Feb 21, 2008
The Greater Washington 2050 Coalition, a group of regional leaders, decided to reach out to younger residents on issues of growth and quality of life in the National Capital Region.
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COG Travels to Annapolis, Richmond	Feb 5, 2008
Regional priorities discussed during outreach to state elected officials.
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COG In The News	Jan 29, 2008
A brief listing of recent COG activities as reported by various news agencies.
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50th Anniversary Video Available Online	Jan 2, 2008
Narrated by ABC7 News Anchor Gordon Peterson, the video chronicles the histories of both COG and the region it has served since 1957.
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Clean Air Partners Celebrates 10 Years	Nov 5, 2007
Clean Air Partners commemorated its 10-Year Anniversary by dedicating a cherry tree along the Washington, DC tidal basin.
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COG Official Named President of VML	Oct 17, 2007
COG congratulates Jay Fisette, Arlington County Board Member and Former COG Board Chair, on his selection as the first Arlington County representative elected president of the Virginia Municipal League.
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Preliminary Estimates of Region's Greenhouse Gas Emissions Released	Sep 26, 2007
At its bi-monthly meeting in September, members of COG's Climate Change Steering Committee reviewed preliminary estimates of emissions caused by electricity, vehicles, residential and commercial fuel use, airplanes and other local sources.
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CLRP Now Available for Viewing Via Google Earth	Jul 26, 2007
Wondering what the TPB has in store for the region's roadways? Try out a new interactive way to see what's happening using Google Earth^TM. Click "more" to learn about the advanced visualization of the CLRP.
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Latest Drought Report Now Available	Jul 26, 2007
COG continues to monitor the dry conditions throughout Maryland, Virginia, and the District.
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Local Jurisdictions To Save Millions After Reverse Auction	Jun 6, 2007
Local jurisdictions will save millions of dollars in natural gas supply over the next three years, thanks to the region's first natural gas reverse auction.
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National Capital Region Practices Response to a Hurricane	May 1, 2007
Emergency personnel, elected officials and various other leaders from throughout the region responded to a mock hurricane to help them prepare for possible weather-related emergencies in the future.
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Campaign Aims to Educate Homeowners, Protect the Chesapeake Bay and Improve the Environment	Apr 20, 2007
The “Healthy Lawns, Clean Water” the campaign encourages homeowners and businesses to do their part in protecting the bay.
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Trash Free Potomac Watershed Initiative	Mar 20, 2007
A clean-up by the Student Action Committee created by COG and the Alice Ferguson Foundation were featured on Fox 5 News. Click here to view the news clips.
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Pilots Gather for Forum on Helicopter Noise	Mar 14, 2007
Pilots discuss ways to lessen the impact of helicopter noise on communities.
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Third Edition of Air Quality Newsletter Released	Feb 20, 2007
Click here to read the newsletter.
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Congressman Chris Van Hollen Welcomes Student Leadership	Feb 12, 2007
Twenty high school students met with Maryland Congressman Chris Van Hollen to take a leadership role in the Trash Free Potomac Watershed Initiative.
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Homeland Security Exercise Pulled from Lessons Learned after 9/11 and Hurricanes	Jan 30, 2007
Emergency managers and social service officials completed an exercise this week designed to practice the long-term recovery procedures needed after a natural or man-made disaster.
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Forum Explores Solutions to Climate Change	Jan 30, 2007
COG's Regional Climate Change Staff Roundtable brought together more than 75 stakeholders to begin plans for a regional climate change agenda.
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Officials Tour LEED certified building	Dec 12, 2006
Regional leaders participate in green building tour at the National Association of Realtors
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COG Board Seeks Information Regarding Public Health and Environmental Concerns of Endocrine Disruptors	Dec 5, 2006
Initiative part of COG’s ongoing monitoring of regional water quality concerns in the Potomac watershed and in light of recent reports regarding ‘intersex fish.’
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Highway Congestion Could More Than Double Without Change, Officials Say	Oct 18, 2006
Adjustments to the region's development patterns and transit plans can help the region avoid more than doubling traffic congestion by 2030, transportation officials said at a press conference October 18.
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COG, Local Utilities, and Giant Food Work Together to Share Water Conservation Tips with Area Residents	Oct 18, 2006
Thousands of milk cartons will display water saving tips thanks to a new partnership between Giant Food and the region's Wise Water Use campaign.
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As Region Grows, Officials Discuss Ways to Make it Greener	Oct 4, 2006
At COG's Green Building Conference, participants discussed ways to develop a greener, more environmentally-friendly Washington region.
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TPB Releases Long-Range Plan for Public Comment, Debuts New Plan Website	Sep 14, 2006
The TPB released the proposed new long-range transportation plan at the Citizen Advisory Committee meeting on September 14, 2006.
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Be Ready. Make a Plan.	Sep 7, 2006
Now is the time to prepare your family for emergencies. Find out how...
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TPB Sponsoring Safe Routes to School Course	Aug 30, 2006
On Tuesday, September 12, the Transportation Planning Board is sponsoring the Safe Routes to School National Course in Arlington. The course is offered free of charge. Registration is required.
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Commissioner Lovell Makes Appearances as Wayne Water Drop	Aug 18, 2006
Frederick County Commissioner John R. Lovell, Jr. helps promote wise water during a Frederick Keys baseball game August 11.
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Fairfax Water Dedicates New Treatment Plant	Jul 17, 2006
Northern Virginia’s largest water utility, dedicated the Frederick P. Griffith Water Treatment Plant and Visitor Education Center in July.
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Putting Discarded Wood to Good Use	Jun 28, 2006
At a recent COG workshop, participants shared ideas on how to put discarded raw timber from the region's urban forests to better use.
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Clean Fuels Discussed in Detail at COG Seminar	Jun 15, 2006
Ethanol, compressed natural gas, and biodiesel were the hot topics during a seminar at COG...
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Pawn Database Selected for International Award	Jun 14, 2006
COG's Regional Pawn Database Sharing System was recognized with an award from the International Association of Chiefs of Police.
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COG Testifies at Homeland Security Funding Hearing	Jun 14, 2006
Regional leaders answered questions from members of the House Government Committee on Reform during a hearing in June.
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COG Board Acts to Strengthen Anacostia Watershed Restoration Partnership	Jun 14, 2006
The Board took action at its June monthly meeting.
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Forum Explores Strategies for Combating Local Meth Problem	May 31, 2006
COG brought together law enforcement and health officials to discuss local impacts...
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Workshop Highlights Hydrogen Technology	May 24, 2006
Government officials and industry experts discussed the newest research in alternative fuels during a one-day session cosponsored by COG and the National Hydrogen Association.
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Officials Testify at Chesapeake Bay Program Reauthorization Hearing	May 8, 2006
Local, state, and federal officials provided testimony on a proposed bill telling Congress there is no way to clean up the Chesapeake Bay by 2010 as called for in an agreement signed six years ago by the region’s governors, state legislators, and the EPA.
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Water Use it Wisely Day	Apr 20, 2006
On April 20, the region's Water Use It Wisely conservation program was showcased during Green DC Week.
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Annual Report Released	Mar 31, 2006
Find out how COG regional solutions are born and built -- in the face of growth and development and changing needs.
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Workshop at COG Brings Together Leading Water Quality Experts	Mar 24, 2006
Dozens of the nation's leading experts on nutrient removal gathered together to discuss new ways to improve water quality...
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Area Leaders Unite to Promote Pedestrian Safety Campaign	Mar 21, 2006
Area officials from the District of Columbia, Maryland and Virginia launched the COG-sponsored Street Smart campaign and reaffirmed their dedication pedestrian safety.
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TPB Seeks Public Comment on New Projects	Mar 10, 2006
The TPB invites members of the public to comment on proposed changes to its Contrained Long Range Plan
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EPC Member Shares Preparedness Tips with Schoolchildren	Mar 2, 2006
Representatives from the Red Cross and COG shared emergency preparedness tips with schoolchildren, while participating in Read Across America Day.
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Bladensburg Joins COG as Adjunct Member	Feb 8, 2006
During the February Board Meeting, the Town of Bladensburg, MD was welcomed as a new Adjunct Member to COG.
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Van Hollen, Local Governments Commit to Trash Free Potomac by 2013	Jan 18, 2006
Maryland Congressman Chris Van Hollen signed a treaty at COG to clean the Potomac Watershed by 2013.
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Pawn System Recovers Stolen Goods	Jan 3, 2006
COG, along with local police departments, reminds area residents to record the serial numbers of all possessions.
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New Department of the Environment in D.C.	Dec 5, 2005
Mayor Anthony Williams recently signed legislation establishing a new Department of the Environment for the District of Columbia.
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Chesapeake Executive Council Explores New Measures	Dec 5, 2005
At the Chesapeake Executive Council meeting attended by COG staff, several measures were adopted intended to accelerate protection and restoration of the Chesapeake Bay and its tidal tributaries.
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Radio Campaign Encourages Recycling	Nov 7, 2005
COG has launched a two-week radio ad campaign to encourage residents and businesses of the area to do their part in keeping the environment clean.
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Regional Leaders Address Homelessness	Oct 25, 2005
The region's leaders today gathered to discuss collaborative solutions to homelessness.
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COG Board Supports Efforts to Clean Potomac	Oct 22, 2005
At its November meeting the COG Board adopted a resolution to reaffirm support for the goal of achieving a Trash-Free Potomac River by 2013.
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Cooperative Forecast Predicts Growth	Oct 12, 2005
The region’s latest forecast for population and household growth reveals a robust economy that will continue to experience steady employment and population increases in coming decades.
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COG Discusses Impacts of Rising Gasoline Prices	Oct 5, 2005
On September 30th, approximately 40 participants gathered at the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments for a panel discussion on the Impacts of Rising Gasoline Prices. Participants included officials from the State Energy Offices in the region, local government energy managers, and representatives of academia.
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2004 State of the Commute Survey Results Released	Sep 20, 2005
The 2004 survey report documents trends in commuting behaviors in the metropolitan Washington Region.
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Regional Leaders Discuss Emergency Plans	Sep 14, 2005
Montgomery County Executive Doug Duncan and Prince George's County Executive Jack Johnson joined COG Chair J Davis and other regional leaders to discuss area emergency plans in the wake of Hurricane Katrina.
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Hurricane Katrina Relief Efforts	Aug 31, 2005
Many organizations are accepting donations to help victims of Hurricane Katrina. A list of organizations accepting cash donations is available from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). FEMA is also requesting that volunteers coordinate their efforts with professional organizations. Read more in the FEMA press release.
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Poster Session Focuses on IRE Research	Jul 11, 2005
Members of COG's Chief Administrative Officers Committee were introduced to the Institute for Regional Excellence when participants of the 2005 class presented their results of months-long research in a special poster session.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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"Street Smart" Launches Pedestrian and Bike Safety Campaign	May 26, 2005
A new three-year campaign will educate the public on pedestrian safety.
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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.
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Board Chair Fields Questions on Life in Washington	May 8, 2005
COG Board Chair Jay Fisette answers questions from Washington Post readers interested in issues related to life in the metropolitan Washington area.
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2005 Regional Directory Available	Apr 6, 2005
COG's new 2005 Regional Directory offers contact information for key officials in the metropolitan Washington area.
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Broadband Task Force Will Research Internet Accessibility	Jan 23, 2005
The COG Board of Directors voted to create a Broadband Task Force that will advise elected officials on regional and local broadband policy initiatives and best practices.
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