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 25, 2008
The National Geographic Society, Orange Business Services, and XM Satellite Radio win awards for commuter programs that reduce gasoline use, air pollution and...
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May 19, 2008
COG and the Freddie Mac Foundation honor region's foster parents at 6th annual gala.
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March 19, 2008
COG wins 2008 Sustainability Award from American Society of Civil Engineers-National Capital Section.
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June 26, 2007
The Washington metropolitan region is notorious for its traffic congestion and some local employers are stepping up to do something about it. ...
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June 25, 2007
Gerald E. Connolly, Chairman of the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, was presented with the 2007 Tom Bradley Leadership Award at NARC's annual meeting in...