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Air Quality Public Advisory Committee [AQPAC]
  Jan 26, 2009
Transportation Planning Board
  Jan 28, 2009
Metropolitan Washington Air Quality Committee
  Jan 28, 2009
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Find information about Presidential Inauguration events, including lodging, transportation, security measures and closures.
 
Listen to area leaders discuss important regional issues on COG's new podcast feature.
 
February 19, 2009 - WAHP Toolkit Training Session will give local housing non-profits the outreach tools they need to advocate for affordable housing.
 
March 3, 2009 - The forum will focus on providing affordable housing options while expanding metropolitan Washington’s green economy.
 
Applications are now being accepted for the next round of technical assistance under the TPB's Transportation/Land-Use Connections Program.
 
Greater Washington 2050 is a new regional initiative to improve the quality of life for Washington area residents in the next 50 years by fostering stronger regional awareness, leadership and action today and in the next few years.
 
Carpooling has never been easier thanks to Commuter Connections new online ride-matching system. It provides direct access to people that live and work near you and who want to join carpools and vanpools.
 
Learn about COG's new Climate Change Steering Committee and development of a regional climate change program.
 
Wednesday's Child is a public-private partnership between NBC4, the Freddie Mac Foundation, and COG. Click here to learn more about adoption.
 
National Capital Region (NCR) Homeland Security Program Section. Find committees and documents related to regional programs, as well as a special Homeland Security Events Calendar.
 
COG's 50th Anniversary Video Narrated by Gordon Peterson of ABC7, Photos from the Gala, COG History Book and More
 
Fairfax County Supervisor Penelope Gross Elected Chairman of COG Board of Directors

District of Columbia Councilmember At-Large Kwame Brown, Prince George's County District 5 Council Member Andrea Harrison elected as COG Vice Chairs.   

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‘Heart Gallery’ on Display in COG Lobby
The Freddie Mac Foundation Heart Gallery is on display in the lobby of the COG building until January 30.
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Penelope Gross, Michael Knapp, and Phil Mendelson Discuss Key Issues Facing the National Capital Region

Watch the COG leaders on NBC4's Viewpoint show. 

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New Episodes of The COG Podcast Available
Alexandria City Council Member Tim Lovain discusses accessible transportation in Metropolitan Washington. Post Columnist Steven Pearlstein and COG Board Chair Michael Knapp speak at the COG Annual Luncheon.
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Frederick County Commissioner Charles Jenkins Elected Chairman of Transportation Planning
Falls Church Council Member David Snyder and District of Columbia Councilmember Muriel Bowser elected as Vice Chairs
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Tom Davis and Ben Cardin Honored as Regional Leaders of the Year at COG Annual Luncheon

Area delegation members recognized for securing a dedicated funding source for Metro. 

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COG Chair Mike Knapp: ‘Top Challenges in 2009 Will Provide Opportunities to Stimulate Region’s Economy’
Region’s Priorities Correspond Closely with President-Elect Obama’s Economic Plans.
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COG Honors Northern Virginia Regional Commission with Regional Partnership Award
NVRC Recognized for Leadership on International Climate Change Effort.
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New COG Podcast: Greater Washington 2050: Thinking About the Future
An expert panel discussed how economic developments, technological innovations, and climate change can affect the future of the National Capital Region.
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COG Board Adopts Significant Regional Greenhouse Gas Reduction Targets
The National Capital Region Climate Change Report is one of the nation's first multi-state initiatives.
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1st Street, NE Detour

Information for guests traveling to COG.

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COG In The News
A brief listing of recent COG activities as reported by various news agencies.
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