At DETCOG, we envision a Deep East Texas region where all people have the skills and opportunities they need to achieve their individual dreams; a Deep East Texas where people enjoy good health, are safe and secure from harm, and share a quality standard of living - a Deep East Texas where we and future generations can enjoy our bountiful natural resources.  By combining the resources of our local governments, the Deep East Texas Council of Governments and Economic Development District provides a window of opportunity for helping its citizens improve their quality of life. 

In order to accomplish our mission, DETCOG operates a wide variety of planning and service programs.  Information about most of them can be found elsewhere in this website.

To find out more about DETCOG's people and its programs, check out our site index.

You may reach me via email at wdiggles@detcog.org.  Your comments about DETCOG's programs or suggestions for DETCOG Online are welcome and may be sent to Webmaster at info@detcog.org