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EVACUATION NOTICE

EVACUATION NOTICE

Out of an abundance of caution, the City of Ferndale is STRONGLY encouraging and requesting the voluntary evacuation of all residents and businesses in the area south of Main Street between 4th Avenue and the Nooksack River, effective immediately.  The Nooksack River has not yet reached its crest, and the potential exists for the river to breach the existing levee.  Residents and businesses are encouraged to secure and then evacuate their properties; the City will inform the public when it is safe to return.  All residents outside of the voluntary evacuation area are requested to avoid any unnecessary trips and to stay off the roadways, in order for emergency and first responders to effectively respond to the emergency.

Evacuees should exit to the north and Main Street to leave the area.  Temporary shelter is now available at the Ferndale High School cafeteria, which can be accessed off Golden Eagle Drive or Shuksan Drive from Vista Drive or Washington Street.  More to come on more shelter options as information becomes available.  For questions, please call Ferndale City Hall at (360) 384-4006.

November 16, 2021

Now Accepting Applications for City Council Vacancy

Front Row: Councilmembers Paul Shuey, Herb Porter, Kate Bishop and Ramon Llanos. Back Row: Councilmembers Ryan O’Larey, Erin Gunter, Mayor Greg Hansen and Councilmember Ali Hawkinson

Applications are now being accepted to fill a vacancy on the Ferndale City Council due to the resignation of Councilmember Ramon Llanos.

The vacant seat will be on the November 2021 ballot as a new 4-year term; therefore, the appointed Councilmember will serve only until the November 2021 election is certified, at which point the candidate who prevails in the election will take office and serve for the rest of 2021.

Applicants should plan to attend the January 4, 2021 regular City Council meeting, during which they will have the opportunity to introduce themselves and be briefly interviewed by current Councilmembers. The selected applicant will be sworn in that evening and will begin to serve immediately. For instructions and an application packet, please click here. Applications will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. Monday, December 7.

December 1, 2020

Notice of Traffic Revision: Friday, September 22nd and Saturday, September 23rd, 2023

Thornton Street at the Intersection of Vista Drive and Thornton Street

Both westbound and eastbound Thornton Street will be closed for paving at and around the intersection of Thornton and Vista. This is in addition to the standing closure of Thornton Street between Vista and Malloy. West of Vista, traffic can detour via Maureen Dr and Robyn Dr. East of Vista, traffic will continue to use their regular detour routes. This is closure is in effect Friday, September 22nd and Saturday, September 23rd. The traffic revision will last from Friday afternoon through Saturday whenever crews are actively working.

Vista Drive will remain open for northbound and southbound traffic during this process.

This work is part of the City of Ferndale’s Thornton: Vista to Malloy improvement project.

If you have questions regarding this notice, please contact the Ferndale Public Works Department at 360-384-4006.

September 21, 2023

Civic Campus Community Input Session – Wednesday, September 27, 2023

Zervas Architects is seeking public comment on the current design of the Ferndale City Hall. They will be hosting a public listening session regarding the Civic Campus Project on Wednesday, September 27, 2023 at the Pioneer Pavilion, from noon until 7:00 p.m.

This is an opportunity for members of the public to provide input and comments on the needs of the community regarding the design of the new Civic Campus. Help our consultants design a civic campus that will cost-effectively meet the needs of the community for the next 50 years and beyond!

City Staff members will also be available to answer questions about the City’s financial plan for the project.

September 21, 2023

Notice of Traffic Revision: Thursday, September 21st and Friday, September 22nd

Thornton Street between Vista Dr. and Malloy Ave.

Paving work is beginning on Thornton Street between Vista Dr. and Malloy Ave. Flaggers will be on site as needed for work are near the intersection of Thornton and Vista.

Thursday, 9/21/23 Schedule
All Day: Thornton Street between Vista and Malloy. Flaggers as needed.
3:30pm-10pm: Intersection at Thornton and Vista. Work in the intersection will not begin until after school on Thursday (~3:30pm). Flaggers will be on site to direct traffic. Work will continue until complete.

Friday, 9/22/23 Schedule
All Day: Thornton Street between Vista and Malloy. Flaggers as needed.

This work is part of the City of Ferndale’s Thornton: Vista to Malloy improvement project.

If you have questions regarding this notice, please contact the Ferndale Public Works Department at 360-384-4006.

September 20, 2023

Press Release – Vehicle Fire in Walgreen’s Parking Lot

For Immediate Release:

09/19/2023

Vehicle Fire

Case # 23F7377

On 09/18/2023 at about 3:37 pm, a Ferndale Police Officer observed a vehicle on fire in the Walgreen’s parking lot, located at 1901 Main Street.  Upon further investigation, the officer located an unresponsive male inside of the vehicle.

The officer immediately took action and pulled the male from the vehicle while flames and heavy smoke were visible from the engine compartment.  With the help of a nearby citizen, the officer was able to drag the male to safety. Click here to see the body camera footage.

Whatcom County Fire District 7 responded and eventually transported the male to the hospital for treatment.

This case remains under investigation.  The Ferndale Police Department is working with the Whatcom County Fire Marshall’s Office to determine the cause of the fire.

September 19, 2023

Notice of Traffic Revision: Tuesday, September 19th

Notice of Traffic Revision: Tuesday, September 19th

Thornton St. at Pacific Heights Dr.

Drivers should expect slowdowns as the eastbound lane of Thornton St. will be closed and both eastbound and westbound traffic will shift near the intersection of Thornton St. and Pacific Heights Dr. The traffic revision is in effect Tuesday, September 19th, 2023, from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

This one-day traffic revision is for utility work associated with a private development project.

September 18, 2023

Now Hiring – Part Time Parks Laborer

This City is now hiring a Part Time Parks Laborer.

The Part-Time Parks Laborer applies knowledge and skills to perform regular and recurring maintenance, installation, and repair work of city parks, using any of the equipment authorized and available.

The person in this position works independently with minimal supervision, depending on experience and complexity of tasks, and is expected to perform routine assignments independently following “best management practices.”

This is a part-time, year-round position. The position is a 16-hour per week position, not to exceed 79 hours per month. The workweek consists of four (4) days on and four (4) days off, on a rotating basis. Shifts are four (4) hours each, with variable start and finish times, depending on parks events/activities.

For a complete job description and application instructions, click here.

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September 15, 2023

Runners and Zombies Needed for the October 7th Zombie 5K Fun Run – Register Today!

On October 7, 2023, unleash your inner survivor and join us for Ferndale’s first Zombie 5k Fun Run!

It is sure to be a thrilling adventure that is open to EVERYONE – whether you’re a seasoned pro, new to the track, a dedicated jogger, a leisurely walker, or a zombie shuffler.

If you’re feeling a bit undead yourself, there’s a unique opportunity to register as a zombie and join the horde!

Grab your friends, family, and fellow survivors and register by September 30th to choose your role: survivor or zombie. Let’s show that every step, shuffle, and sprint counts!

Registration: Ferndale Zombie 5k Fun Run
Questions: zombie5kfunrun@gmail.com

September 15, 2023