Appalachian Council of Governments

Government RelationsSouth Carolina, United States11-50 Employees

The Appalachian Council of Governments (ACOG) is a regional, voluntary association of local governments in the Northwest region of South Carolina, centered in Greenville. Established in 1965, it works on issues of regional significance across counties including Anderson, Cherokee, Greenville, Oconee, Pickens, and Spartanburg, while also delivering services to its member governments. Its scope spans economic and community development, transportation, infrastructure, resource management, aging services, and workforce development, alongside local-level support such as administration, technical assistance, planning, grantsmanship, and information services. The organization operates within the government relations arena, helping local governments address shared challenges through coordination and program delivery. Recent activity highlights collaboration with partner organizations on initiatives to improve housing repair programs and expand broadband access in South Carolina, reflecting its role in regional planning and service provision. The group is based in Greenville, South Carolina, and maintains a presence that positions it as a regional facilitator for government-related initiatives.

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