Western Riverside Council of Governments (WRCOG)
Government AdministrationCalifornia, United States11-50 Employees
The Western Riverside Council of Governments (WRCOG) is a regional government administration entity based in Riverside, California, formed to unify Western Riverside County and represent a collective voice on regional issues. Its governance includes representatives from 18 cities, the Riverside County Board of Supervisors, and the Eastern and Western Municipal Water Districts on the Executive Committee, with additional ex-officio members such as the Riverside County Superintendent of Schools and the Morongo Band of Mission Indians. As a joint powers agency, WRCOG addresses regional matters spanning air quality, solid waste, transportation, and the environment, coordinating efforts that impact its member jurisdictions. The organization serves a public sector audience focused on regional planning and policy development, providing a forum for collaboration and information exchange among municipalities and regional districts. Located in Riverside, WRCOG operates with a relatively small staff and maintains a public-facing online presence to inform and engage the community about its programs, services, and initiatives.