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.
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October 17, 2018
Loudoun County Administrator Tim Hemstreet was presented with the 2018 Visionary Leadership Award from the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments’ (COG)...
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December 13, 2017
Three local leaders were recognized by COG for their partnership, collaboration, and service to the metropolitan Washington region. City of Rockville Mayor...
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October 11, 2017
The Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments (COG) presented the Climate and Energy Leadership Awards to the Arlington Initiative to Rethink Energy...
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October 10, 2017
Prince George’s County Chief Administrative Officer Nicholas Majett was presented with the 2017 Visionary Leader Award from COGs' Institute for Regional...
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June 22, 2017
The Annual Employer Recognition Awards, hosted by COG's Commuter Connections program, celebrated three area companies at the National Press Club, marking the...