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NORTHWEST NEW MEXICO
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"Moving the region Forward"

Building on strong  foundations of planning, institutional context, inter-agency collaboration and expertise, the Northwest New Mexico Council of Governments ("COG") has worked with the region's local governments for over 50 years to support community development, promote strategic innovation and propel regional competitiveness. The COG has duel designation as a quasi-governmental regional planning agency for the State of New Mexico and economic development district for the US Government. As a membership association, the COG serves as a professional extension of its members, providing technical assistance to local entities across the many disciplines of governance.

Our Programs

Economic Development

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Fostering a Competitive Region
The COG is tasked by the US Economic Development Administration (EDA) to facilitate, compile, and complete a 5-year economic development straegy plan for the region. The COG is currently in works with partners from around the region and state to update the CEDS plan. The COG works closely with local and tribal economic development organizations and agencies to coordinate regional strategies. 
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Local Government Services

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Planning & Development - District 1
The COG utilizes State-appropriate Grant-in-Aid funds in combination with other funds to support planning and technical assistance activities in the following areas:
  • Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan (ICIP)
  • Legislative Relations
  • Capital Outlay
  • Water Planning
  • Technical Assistance
  • Regional Planning​
​​Need assistance? Contact Brandon Howe at 
​(505) 722-4327 or email bhowe@nwnmcog.org 

Transportation

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​Sustainable and Efficient Transportation Systems
The Northwest NM Regional Transportation Planning Organization (NWRTPO) is an interactive planning forum that was established by the NM Department of Transportation (NMDOT) as a means to develop an ongoing planning process to identify current and future transportation needs, plans, and projects in the region.

​​Need assistance? Contact Maria Reyes at 
​(505) 722-4327 or email [email protected] 

Water Planning & Development

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Small Water Systems Path to Success
The Regional Water Planning Organization (RWPO) is a comprehensive planning program dedicated to small water systems and special districts in the northwest region to provide much needed technical assistance and support with projecteering, funding applications, organizational capacity.

​​Need assistance? Contact Angelina Grey at 
​(505) 722-4327 or email [email protected] 
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Upcoming Meetings & Events

Economic Development Week


​Date: May 11-17, 2025
Location: ​Gallup, NM

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NM Outdoor Economics Conference & EXPO

Date: September 17 - 19, 2025
Location: Red Rock Park - Gallup, NM
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NADO Annual Conference


​Date: October 14 - 17, 2025
Location: Salt Lake City, UT

NM Infrastructure Finance Conference


​Date: November 3-7, 2025
Location: 
​Isleta Resort & Casino


Regional Highlights & News

Press Releases

2024 TRANSPORTATION PROJECT FUND
August 30, 2024

NADO - REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION AWARD
July 20, 2023

STAR OF THE SOUTHWEST
May 8, 2023

40 UNDER 40
February 16, 2023

2023 TRANSPORTATION PROJECT FUND
August 18, 2022

2022 TRANSPORTATION PROJECT FUND
August 26, 2021

CEcD ACHIEVEMENT
March 16, 2021

DEVELOPER OF THE YEAR
February 17, 2021

FHWA DESIGNATION TOTA-NM SCENIC BYWAY
February 17, 2021

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Northwest New Mexico Council of Governments
106 West Aztec Avenue
Gallup, NM 87301
Phone: (505) 722-4327
Fax: (505) 722-9211
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  • Home
  • Programs
    • Economic Development >
      • Opportunity Zones
      • P.O.W.E.R Grant
      • Outdoor Recreation
      • Featured Projects >
        • MCEGFED Document Library
        • Prewitt Industrial Park
        • Milan Industrial Park
    • Transportation >
      • RTPO Meetings
      • Important Documents
      • Features Projects >
        • Prewitt-Milan Transportation Plan
        • 4 CITE
    • Local Governments Services >
      • 2025 Legislative Session
      • Projecteering
    • Water >
      • RWC Meetings
      • Rural Water Summit
      • Important Documents
      • Region 6 Water Plan
      • NGWSP
  • Featured Projects
    • Trail of the Ancients Scenic Byway
    • McKinley County Transportation Master Plan
    • ZMTP
  • Regional Data
    • Interactive Maps
    • Resource Library
  • About
    • Staff
    • Board >
      • Annual Luncheon
    • Financial Reports
    • Employment Opportunites
    • Request For Proposals
    • COG Mural Project
  • Current Plan Updates
  • Book Us
  • GRO