The Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments (COG) brings DC/MD/VA leaders together to address regional issues and plan for the future.
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Save water today. A regional #DroughtWatch means supplies are OK, but voluntary conservation now helps protect our rivers and avoid tougher steps later. Start with one tip: full loads only for your laundry and your dishwasher. #WiseWaterDMV
NBC4 talked with Exec Director Clark Mercer about what COG's Drought Watch declaration means for the region. While the water supply is stable, residents are being asked to take simple, everyday steps to conserve water now in case conditions worsen. #WiseWaterDMV
COG forecasts Code Orange air quality for the D.C. region tomorrow due to ground-level ozone pollution. Stay air quality aware and learn tips to clean the air: mwcog.org/aqi
Today, COG kicked off its 2026 Street Smart campaign at the unveiling of Alexandria's newly restored streetscape on Holland Lane. The project is a tangible example of the region's commitment to investing in life-saving roadway design. Learn more: bit.ly/4dM8ANF #BeStreetSafe
Our Commuter Connections program was thrilled to see such a great turnout at the 100+ pit stops across the DMV for the 25th anniversary of Bike to Work Day! Thanks to everyone who helped us celebrate healthy and happy biking and to
WABA and other partners! #BiketoWorkDay2026 #biketoworkday
CALLING ALL #DMV governments, NGOs and schools! Apply now for the COG #ClimateAwards! There's just one month left to submit your application! mwcog.org/climateawards
🚨 💧 Drought Watch: COG declared a Drought Watch today for the region due to unusually dry conditions. Residents can help by taking simple, voluntary steps to reduce water use and help protect our water resources.
Learn more at bit.ly/4vMpDXB #WiseWaterDMV
Today: Tune in for the TPB meeting at 12:00 P.M. Hear about Transportation Land Use Connections Program & Regional Roadway Safety Program recipients, and TPB Congestion and Travel Analysis Tools. Agenda & livestream: bit.ly/4d0juAo
Celebrate Independence Day and the 250th anniversary of the founding of our nation in style this year, with the return of VRE Fireworks Trains on Saturday, July 4, 2026! Ticket sales through Eventbrite will begin on June 1. Learn more: vre.org/fireworkstrains 🎇
This morning I joined COG’s Executive Director Clark Mercer for Bike to Work Day in @alexandriavagov.bsky.social to highlight how we are connecting the region
Through multi modal transit.
Please enjoy this series I call “Clark and Sarah point at things in Potomac Yard”
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Amid a regional drought, all local water providers are asking customers to voluntarily cut back now in case conditions worsen. Here's what you need to know.
As the D.C. area heads into summer, a drought watch has been issued by the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments. That means residents are being asked to voluntarily conserve water in case th...
