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.
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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...
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November 19, 2025
On November 19, the National Capital Region Transportation Planning Board (TPB) approved funding for three projects through the FY 2026-2027 Transit Within...