Franklin County faces urgent housing challenges — and meaningful opportunities.

Join us for the Franklin County Housing Conversation – a regional conversation about where we are, what the data tells us, and how we move forward together.

Learn about housing in Franklin County

Be among the first to explore key findings from Building Homes. Building Futures., the new four-county regional housing study conducted by the UMass Donahue Institute and join a conversation to help shape future housing strategies for the region. At this event, you’ll gain:

• A clear picture of current housing trends and needs in Franklin County
• Insights into regional gaps and growth opportunities
• New tools Franklin County communities can use to plan, produce, and preserve housing
• A chance to discuss practical strategies you can apply locally

Featuring an audience Q&A with:

• Kerry Spitzer, UMDI 
• Amy Cahillane, Greenfield Community & Economic Development 
• Alyssa LaRose, Rural Development
• Megan McDonough, Pioneer Valley Habitat for Humanity
• FRCOG 

Date: April 7, 2026

Time: 5:30 pm – 7:30pm

• Doors open, food available at 5:30pm
• Program from 6pm-7:30pm

Location: Franklin Regional Council of Governments – JW Olver Transit Center, 1st Floor Conference Room: 12 Olive St., Greenfield, MA