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The Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments (COG) brings DC/MD/VA leaders together to address regional issues and plan for the future.
Excited to share Police1's story on the building of COG's regional crime dashboard! Written by a public safety expert, this is a unique look at the technical and operational challenges of the effort, as well as its future impact. www.police1.com/real-time-cr...
Making regional crime data work: Inside the DC regions’ groundbreaking dashboard
The Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments leads an interjurisdictional effort to display crime data and guide public safety decisions
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November 21, 2025 at 4:22 PM
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Tune in for today's TPB meeting at 12 noon. On the agenda: Transit Within Reach project approvals, #Visualize2050 and public comment to date, draft regional transit & highway safety targets. Listen to the live stream: bit.ly/TPBNovemberM...
November 19, 2025 at 3:18 PM
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Celebrate #GeographyAwarenessWeek and #GISDay2025 by exploring TPB’s #Visualize2050 maps! See the DMV’s planned transportation network and where most job & population growth will be. View the maps and comment on the Visualize 2050 plan through November 21. Visualize2050.org/PlanResources/
November 18, 2025 at 6:29 PM
Clean, reliable water is essential to our health and economy, but much of our water infrastructure is aging, according to @thevalueofwater.bsky.social's new economic report.

COG is taking action by serving as a forum for collaboration, providing data for informed decision-making, and more.
November 18, 2025 at 3:23 PM
The regional effort to modernize Metro and enhance our entire transit network took another major step forward today, as #DMVMoves earned the endorsement of the COG & WMATA Boards of Directors. Learn more about this transformative plan and what's next: dmvmoves.org/cog-and-metr...
November 17, 2025 at 9:34 PM
COG and @wmata.com’s joint board meeting starts soon. For the first time, regional officials will discuss the full DMVMoves plan, which provides a unified and sustainable vision for funding Metro. Tune in: dmvmoves.org/dmvmoves-eve... #dmvmoves
COG/WMATA Boards of Directors - Joint Meeting - DMV Moves
Documents: DMVMoves/COG Joint Meeting Agenda DMVMoves/COG Joint Meeting Presentation DMVMoves Plan DMVMoves/COG Joint Meeting Resolution
dmvmoves.org
November 17, 2025 at 4:40 PM
Nationally, @thevalueofwater.bsky.social's new report revealed that we need to invest nearly $3.4 trillion over 20 years to bring the nation’s water infrastructure up to par. thevalueofwater.org/econimpact
November 12, 2025 at 2:49 PM
DYK? The Potomac River supplies water to ~6M people in the region—it’s the single drinking water source for DC and Arlington. Just 24hrs of disruption would result in over $70M in losses in the region.
November 10, 2025 at 8:07 PM
As the government shutdown and workforce cuts continue, we know that many DMV residents are facing hardships. COG continues to update its resources page and to support TalentCapital.ai, a regional collaboration to help you find new opportunities.

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November 6, 2025 at 7:19 PM
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Did you know that the TPB adopts transit safety and performance targets to help ensure that rail & bus systems in the DMV are consistently safe, reliable, and well maintained? Learn more in Chapter 3 of #Visualize2050 and share your feedback on the plan. visualize2050.org/the-plan/
October 30, 2025 at 5:00 PM
🚨🚆🚌 Yesterday, the DMVMoves Task Force adopted recommendations to advance a unified transit vision for the region, calling for more $$ for #WMATA & actions to modernize and integrate our overall transit network. Learn more and view the final resolution. dmvmoves.org/dmvmoves-pro...
October 30, 2025 at 4:10 PM
For workers affected by the federal government shutdown and downsizing, COG continues to update its federal workforce resources page with links to food assistance, housing aid, and career events. www.mwcog.org/community/da...
October 29, 2025 at 7:43 PM
The final meeting of the DMVMoves Task Force starts soon! Members will review final recommendations to advance a transformative vision for transit in the National Capital Region. Watch live: dmvmoves.org/dmvmoves-eve...
October 29, 2025 at 3:47 PM
Tomorrow, the DMVMoves Task Force will meet to review and adopt a set of recommendations to advance its vision for seamless, integrated, world-class transit in the National Capital Region. Watch live at noon: dmvmoves.org/dmvmoves-eve...
October 28, 2025 at 8:05 PM
Today, as part of DMVMoves, more than 100 area leaders and transit officials gathered at Union Station to discuss opportunities for greater transit connectivity and expanding commuter and passenger rail service across the region.
October 24, 2025 at 7:52 PM
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Today the Visualize 2050 plan goes live for public comment until November 21! Read the plan, watch the video, and comment on the future transportation projects in the region. Don’t hesitate, we want to hear from you. Visit visualize2050.org to comment.
October 23, 2025 at 6:27 PM
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TPB turns 60 this year! Thank you to all the TPB members and alternates who came to celebrate 60 years of work that connects communities and shapes the region’s mobility. #ThinkRegionally #60yearsofTPB
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October 21, 2025 at 7:16 PM
Last week, @fredcogovmd.bsky.social hosted COG’s annual FARM Policy tour. Area officials heard from farm operators dedicated to supplying diverse, nutritious produce.

Thanks to all those who attended and who continue to work on food resiliency, equity, and connectivity in our region!
October 20, 2025 at 8:17 PM
Today, area officials joined COG’s tour visiting 3 farms in Frederick County. Huge thanks to all the farmers who shared their insights on challenges like providing year-round, scaling up, and selling to schools.
October 17, 2025 at 7:47 PM
Tune in at noon today on @wamu.org for COG Executive Director Clark Mercer on The Politics Hour with Kojo Nnamdi! He’ll discuss what a prolonged federal shutdown could mean for the region’s economy: wamu.org/story/25/10/...
The Politics Hour: Maryland Sen. Angela Alsobrooks on the local impact of the shutdown
We talk with U.S. Senator Angela Alsobrooks and Clark Mercer, head of the regional leadership group known as COG, about how the federal shutdown is threatening the region's economy.
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October 17, 2025 at 3:27 PM
One in three area residents faces food insecurity, according to the @foodbankmetrodc Hunger Report shared with the COG Board. Leaders are exploring ways to strengthen safety nets and track progress regionwide. Read more: www.mwcog.org/newsroom/202...
October 17, 2025 at 2:39 PM
We know that the DMV is full of talented individuals looking to make a difference, and making sure they can continue to thrive here is crucial.

COG worked with employers, govs, and nonprofits across the region to launch talentcapital.ai, so you can find what’s next. #DMVJobs
October 16, 2025 at 8:12 PM
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You can join the conversation by commenting your questions below or calling in during the live show at (800)-433-8850. buff.ly/5EgnXNV
October 16, 2025 at 6:18 PM
The DMV had just 5 unhealthy ozone days in 2025, the third lowest on record! 🌤️ Air quality continues to improve thanks to regional efforts. Learn more from COG’s new seasonal air quality summary: www.mwcog.org/newsroom/202...
October 9, 2025 at 7:39 PM
🎉Congrats to COG's 2025 Climate and Energy Award winners! Their innovative climate solutions contributed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions in the region. Learn more at bit.ly/3KHw0Jd
October 8, 2025 at 7:34 PM