[company_age]56.0[/company_age][employees]1-10 employees[/employees][funding]grant[/funding][description]The Northwest Missouri Regional Council of Governments (NWMO RCOG) is a non-profit organization that serves the five counties of northwest Missouri: Atchison, Gentry, Holt, Nodaway, and Worth. The organization provides a variety of programming, products, and services to its member governments, both on the municipal and regional level. NWMO RCOG's mission is to promote regional cooperation and collaboration to improve the quality of life for all residents of northwest Missouri. The organization's vision is to be a leader in regional planning and development, and to be a catalyst for positive change in the region. NWMO RCOG is a non-profit organization that is governed by a board of directors made up of elected officials from the five counties. The organization is funded by a combination of federal, state, and local grants, as well as membership dues. NWMO RCOG has a staff of approximately 10 employees who work in a variety of areas, including transportation, economic development, solid waste management, and hazard mitigation. 

NWMO RCOG is unique in its focus on regional cooperation and collaboration. The organization works to bring together local governments and other stakeholders to address common challenges and opportunities. NWMO RCOG also plays a key role in regional planning and development, working to ensure that the region's resources are used effectively and efficiently. Additionally, NWMO RCOG is committed to providing its member governments with the resources and support they need to effectively manage their solid waste.[/description][ps]Programming, products, and services to member governments in northwest Missouri.[/ps]