About Us
History & Regional Awards
Since 1957, the Council of Governments has helped tackle metropolitan Washington’s biggest challenges, such as revitalizing the Potomac River, ensuring the Metro system was fully built, and strengthening emergency preparedness after 9/11. Throughout its history, the COG Board of Directors has been guided by leaders from the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia. It has also regularly recognized outstanding contributions by area leaders and partners through its Regional Awards.
The following video is a short history of the Council of Governments and the region it serves. It was produced for COG's 50th Anniversary in 2007 and narrated by local broadcast journalist Gordon Peterson.
News & Multimedia
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June 28, 2012
The three winning companies for 2012 are the CoStar Group, Wells Fargo Home Mortgage, and Booz Allen Hamilton. Reduced traffic congestion, air pollution, and...
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June 25, 2012
The June 9 event also celebrated the 20th anniversary of the Wednesday’s Child foster care program.
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December 14, 2011
Judith "J" Davis was presented with the Elizabeth and David Scull Metropolitan Public Service Award. District of Columbia Mayor Vincent Gray was elected as...
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June 29, 2011
Three companies in metropolitan Washington – The American Occupational Therapy Association, Inc., B. F. Saul Company, and Clean Currents – were honored at the...
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May 17, 2011
To kick-off Foster Parent Appreciation Month, celebrated every May, nine outstanding foster families from around metropolitan Washington were honored at...