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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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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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,...