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
May 13, 2026
A total of 9,790 people experiencing homelessness were tallied on one day in the region in 2026, according to a report by the Metropolitan Washington Council of...
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News
May 6, 2026
COG has selected its 2026 Foster Parents of the Year honorees, recognizing foster parents from ten local jurisdictions for their dedication to foster youth...
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April 27, 2026
The Washington MSA lost 62,100 federal jobs from January 2025 to January 2026, putting the region’s federal workforce total at its lowest level since 1990,...