Goals

The Cowlitz-Wahkiakum Council of Governments is a multi-purpose association of regional governments that delivers a diverse array of federal, state, and local programs while fulfilling its primary function as a regional planning organization.

Employment

CWCOG offers a variety of planning, economic development and community engagement opportunities.

No surveys are open at this time

Upon request, surveys are available on paper or in other languages. Questions may be directed to CWCOG by regular mail at PO Box 128, Kelso, WA 98626; via email to cwcog@cwcog.org.

A consultant is being sought to provide input and guidance on theproductive use of dredge material stockpiles created following the eruptionof Mount St. Helens.

Deadline for submission is January 8, 2026

Calendar

Resources

CWCOG has resources for businesses, organizations and regional governments.

GRANT APPLICATIONS

Southwest Washington Regional Transportation Planning Organization Surface Transportation Block Grant Program Set-Aside (Transportation Alternatives) – 2026 Call for Projects

The Surface Transportation Block Grant Program Set-Aside (Transportation Alternatives [TA]) provides federal funds for community-based projects that expand travel choices and enhance the transportation experience by integrating modes and improving the cultural, historical, and environmental aspects of our transportation infrastructure.

The TA program is a federal cost reimbursement program. Only after a Local Agency Agreement has been approved by WSDOT can project costs become eligible for reimbursement. This means project sponsors must incur the cost of the project prior to being repaid.

Application Deadline: February 26, 2026

Guidance Document

PDF Application Form

Completed applications may be submitted here.

Public Review

AVAILABILITY AND PUBLIC COMMENT FOR AMENDMENT TO THE METROPOLITAN AND REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR JANUARY 2026

The CWCOG operates in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws, including Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age or disability.

Those persons with limited English Proficiency may request language assistance through oral, visual, and/or written translation at no cost to the individual.

For assistance or questions regarding the CWCOG’s Title VI or Limited English Proficiency policies or to file a complaint, please contact the Agency’s Title VI Coordinator at (360) 577-3041.

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El CWCOG opera de acuerdo con todas las leyes federales y estatales aplicables, incluido el Título VI de la Ley de Derechos Civiles de 1964, sin distinción de raza, color, origen nacional, religión, sexo, orientación sexual, estado civil, edad o discapacidad.

Aquellas personas con dominio limitado del inglés pueden solicitar asistencia lingüística a través de traducción oral, visual y / o escrita sin costo para el individuo.

Para asistencia o preguntas sobre el Título VI de CWCOG o las políticas de Dominio Limitado del Inglés o para presentar una queja, comuníquese con el Coordinador del Título VI de la Agencia al (360) 577-3041.

Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 requires the Cowlitz-Wahkiakum Council of Governments (CWCOG) to gather statistical data on participants and beneficiaries of the agency’s federal aid highway programs and activities. The Cowlitz-Wahkiakum Council of Governments collects information on race, color, national origin, gender, age, and disability status of the attendees to this public meeting to ensure the inclusion of all segments of the population affected by a proposed project.
The CWCOG wishes to clarify that this information gathering process is completely voluntary and that
you are not required to disclose the statistical data requested in order to participate in this meeting.
This form is a public document.
The completed forms will be held on file at the CWCOG office. For further information regarding this process, please contact the CWCOG Title VI Coordinator by phone at 360-577-3041 or e-mail at
TitleVI@cwcog.org.

Link to form:

Title-VI-Public-Involvement-Form-English.pdf