Goals

The Cowlitz-Wahkiakum Council of Governments (CWCOG) 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.

Requests for Proposals

The CWCOG has engaged with Verdantas to provide consulting services on the review and determination of productive uses of existing dredge material stockpiles created following the eruption of Mount St. Helens. The work will continue through June 2026.

GRANT OPPORTUNITIES

SURFACE TRANSPORTATION BLOCK GRANT

The Surface Transportation Block Grant (STBG) program provides flexible funding that may be used by states and localities for transportation improvement projects. Eligible projects include general planning, bridge projects, pedestrian/bicycle infrastructure or EV charging.

APPLICATION DUE APRIL 20, 2026 AT 12:00 PM

Calendar

Resources

CWCOG has resources for businesses, organizations and regional governments.

Surveys

There are no current surveys.

Public notice

Metropolitan and Regional Transportation Improvement Program Amendment – May 2026

Read about upcoming projects.

Comments are due April 16, 2026

Title VI: Notice to Public

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.

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Title VI Complaint Statement

Federal law prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, or national origin in any CWCOG program, service or activity. This prohibition applies to all branches of the CWCOG, its contractors, consultants, and anyone else who acts on behalf of the CWCOG.

Complaints related to the federal-aid programs may be filed with the CWCOG and will be forwarded to Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) Office of Equity and Civil Rights. If you need assistance to file your complaint or need interpretation services, please contact the CWCOG Title VI Coordinator at titlevi@cwcog.org or 360-577-3041.

Anyone who believes they have been excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to discrimination under any CWCOG program, service, or activity because of their race, color, or national origin may file a complaint.

These procedures cover any complaints filed under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended and the Civil Rights Restoration Act of 1987 relating to any program or activity administered by the CWCOG as well as sub-recipients, consultants, and contractors.

For a full description of the Title VI complaint procedures please see pages 15-19 of the CWCOG’s Title VI Plan. The plan can be viewed online under Title VI or you may request a hard copy of the plan by calling 360-577-3041