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Franklin County Municipal Fact Sheets Available

In late 2022, the FRCOG developed economic development fact sheets for each Franklin County municipality to assist newly incoming or redistricted legislators and other stakeholders with quick access to municipal-level data. The fact sheets may be of assistance in grant…

In Remembrance of Congressman John W. Olver

An icon of Franklin County and Massachusetts, Congressman John W. Olver, died on February 23rd. Congressman Olver was a staunch advocate for Franklin County, and his efforts brought millions of federal investment dollars to our region: the CDC's Food Processing…

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, 2023

Monday, January 16, 2023 is Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Dr. King was an American Baptist minister and activist who became the most visible spokesman and leader in the…

Update to the Franklin County Regional Transportation Plan

FRCOG updates the Franklin County Regional Transportation Plan (RTP) every four years. The RTP is a comprehensive accounting of transportation needs, issues, facilities, and potential funding needed for the regional…

Home Heating

Staying warm in the winter is important! With rising costs, heating your home can be stressful. That’s where homeowners and renters can use fuel assistance. Click here for image in…

Western Massachusetts Passenger Rail Commission Public Hearings

The next two public hearings of the Western Massachusetts Passenger Rail Commission will be on Tuesday, January 24, 2023. The Franklin County Hearing will be held beginning at 10:00 a.m.…

Deerfield River Outdoor Recreation Study Draft is available for Review and Comment

In 2022, FRCOG hired the consulting firm of Cambridge Econometrics to prepare a study of outdoor recreation on the Deerfield River. A draft of this Study is available for review…

FCTPO releases updated Public Participation Plan for 45-day public comment period

Notice of Public Comment The Franklin County Transportation Planning Organization will open a 45-day public review and comment period for the draft Public Participation Plan. The comment period will begin…

Valley Flyer Passenger Service Will be Permanent

On October 28, 2022, MassDOT and Amtrak announced that the Valley Flyer Passenger Service will be permanent. The Valley Flyer offers residents of Western MA and visitors a way to…

Tick Safety

Tick Prevention Flyer 1 (PDF, 506 kb) Flyer 2 (PDF, 102 kb) Tick Removal Flyer (PDF, 198 kb)