gether. The close relationship between Maryland and the District
of Columbia—and this would apply to Virginia too—is reflected in
many of the policies and programs of the government of my State.

Since this Conference is concerned with highway traffic needs, I
will mention only one—transportation. A large part of our present
program of highway construction is concentrated in the area adja-
cent to the District of Columbia—in Prince Georges and Montgom-
ery Counties. And in the planning of the highways, the main effort
being made is to get people into and out of Washington. Governor
Harrison, I am sure, can say the same for his state. All of this of
course, implies regional cooperation, and the State of Maryland is
happy to work with the District of Columbia and the Commonwealth
of Virginia for the mutual welfare of the citizens of the three jur-
isdictions.

The State of Maryland, Prince Georges and Montgomery Counties
and the cities of Rockville and Takoma Park are highly pleased to
hold membership in this Metropolitan Washington Council of Gov-
ernments. Aware of our common problems and common welfare, I
assure you of our continued cooperation with you. Last year, this
organization generously and graciously presented me its Distinguished
Service Award for the part my State had played in this joint en-
terprise.

This evening, it is my pleasure and my privilege to present this
award to Governor Albertis S. Harrison, of the Commonwealth of
Virginia. Governor Harrison, with this presentation, please accept
my heartiest congratulations for this deserving tribute to you and to
Virginia.

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