Community & Economy
Planning Areas
To shape more livable and prosperous communities, the Council of Governments promotes regional cooperation on planning, the economy, and housing options for all residents. COG informs area decision-makers with population, employment, and housing forecasts, and shares best practices and data on affordable housing and homelessness. COG proposes strategies to support sound land use and high-quality development in Activity Centers and near High-Capacity Transit Station Areas. COG and its members also coordinate on public health and child welfare programs.
News & Multimedia
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News
February 12, 2026
The Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments (COG) Learners Program is an innovative workforce development initiative designed to build job-ready...
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News
January 15, 2026
The COG Board sent a letter to HUD urging immediate, time-limited action to ensure continuity of Continuum of Care funding during the Fiscal Year 2025...
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January 15, 2026
At its monthly meeting, the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments (COG) Board of Directors approved $500,000 in grants to support eight local planning...