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Arts Commission Vacancy

The City has a number of Boards and Commissions that work to advise the council on a broad array of subjects. These are volunteer positions but absolutely essential to providing quality input to the city decision making process.

There is currently a vacancy on the Arts Commission.  To apply for this position, please fill out this application and email it to Administrative Services Director Susan Duncan at susanduncan@cityofferndale.org. Applications will be accepted until May 1, 2024. Membership on City Boards & Commissions is by appointment of the Mayor, subject to confirmation by City Council. Members shall be appointed upon the basis of demonstrated interest in, and knowledge of, the arts. At least four members of the Commission shall reside within the City limits at the time of their appointment and throughout their terms in office. Up to four members may be non-residents who have resided in Whatcom County for at least one year.

Now Hiring- Facilities Maintenance Lead

The City is now hiring a Facilities Maintenance Lead. This position performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled maintenance work and operates a variety of equipment and tools in the construction, operation, repair, maintenance, and replacement of City buildings and facilities including Pioneer Park historic cabins. The Facilities Maintenance Lead assists in the overseeing and coordination of programs, activities and staff involved in the construction, operation, repair, and maintenance City facilities. When needed or when time allows the incumbent may also perform work as a Utility Worker. May provide direction to other employees including daily direction to seasonal or temporary employees.

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

Closing Date: April 22, 2024

The City of Ferndale is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Potential Quorum Notice: Metalworks Skatepark Groundbreaking

In accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act (RCW 42.30), notice is hereby given that a quorum of Ferndale City Councilmembers may be in attendance at the following event:

Metalworks Skate Park Groundbreaking
Wednesday, April 10, 2024   2:00 p.m.
5532 Second Avenue   Ferndale

This is an open public meeting as outlined by the Open Public Meetings Act, and members of the public are invited to attend and observe.

Potential Quorum Notice: Auditor Exit Conference

In accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act (RCW 42.30), notice is hereby given that a quorum of Ferndale City Councilmembers may be in attendance at the following event:

State Auditor’s Exit Conference
Wednesday, April 10, 2024 10:00 a.m.
Remote Meeting via Microsoft Teams

The purpose of this meeting is to allow state auditors to share their preliminary results of audit of the City of Ferndale for the fiscal year 2022. This is an open public meeting as outlined by the Open Public Meetings Act, and members of the public are invited to attend and observe. To attend this virtual meeting, click here.

 

Now Hiring – Public Works Program Specialist

The City is now hiring a Public Works Program Specialist.

This is a highly responsible administrative position that supports the Public Works Department, focusing on capital project documentation, financial tracking, and program reporting. The role requires familiarity with Public Works administrative and operational processes, ensuring efficient departmental function. Tasks must be performed with precision, confidentiality, and independent judgment, under minimal supervision.  This position reports to the Public Works Project Manager.

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

The City of Ferndale is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Request for Qualifications – Ferndale Terrace Project

CITY OF FERNDALE
REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS FOR ROW, CE/CM, & CONSTRUCTION INSPECTION SERVICES
 

The City of Ferndale is seeking qualification statements from firms with expertise in right of way valuation and acquisition, construction engineering, construction management, and materials testing and inspection services for its Ferndale Terrace Project.  This agreement will be for approximately 20 months in duration with the option for the City to extend it for additional time if necessary.
 
This project will require obtaining sufficient property rights to construct the project, and performing construction engineering services during project construction which will involve reconstructing and widening Ferndale Terrace between Hendrickson Avenue and Vista Drive to City standards, installing new curb, gutter, sidewalks and replacing the City’s utilities within the project limits.  Proposed improvements include upgrading and replacing existing water, sewer, and stormwater facilities, adding storm filters, and installing traffic calming devices and pedestrian safety improvements.  The project will be bid for construction in November 2024.
 
Interested parties are responsible for monitoring the website for information concerning the RFQ and any addenda issued at www.cityofferndale.org/ferndaleterrace/.  The City reserves the right to amend terms of this “Request for Qualifications” (RFQ) to circulate various addenda, or to withdraw the RFQ at any time, regardless of how much time and effort consultants have spent on their responses.  Questions regarding this Request for Qualifications should be directed to Katy Radder, Public Works Project Manager, at (360) 685-2377 or via email to katyradder@cityofferndale.org.

Interested firms shall submit a Statement of Qualification that contains the following:

  1. Cover Letter. 
  2. Qualifications: Outline the qualifications of the proposed project team to perform this work. Project management, provide an organizational chart of the proposed consulting team and a short resume of all key people listed on the chart.
  3. References: Provide a list of projects that were similar in scope. Project list should include year completed, budget, scope and reference contact.

The Statement of Qualification submittal shall be a maximum of 10 pages.
Submittals will be evaluated and ranked based on the following criteria:

  1. Qualifications/Expertise of Firm
  2. Ability to meet schedule
  3. Approach to project
  4. Familiarity with WSDOT and DOE Standards
  5. Past Performance/References

SOQ SUBMITTAL DEADLINE AND DELIVERY LOCATION
 
All responses shall be submitted by email in portable document format (PDF) to public-works@cityofferndale.org with a subject line reading “FERNDALE TERRACE SOQ”.  Electronic responses must be delivered by 4:30PM, Thursday, April 11, 2024.  The City of Ferndale is not responsible for delays in delivery.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Information

The City of Ferndale in accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (Section 504) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), commits to nondiscrimination on the basis of disability, in all of its programs and activities. This material can be made available in an alternate format by emailing Katy Radder at KatyRadder@cityofferndale.org or by calling collect (360) 384-4006.

Title VI Statement

The City of Ferndale, in accordance with the provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (78 Stat. 252, 42 U.S.C. 2000d to 2000d-4) and the Regulations, hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises will be afforded full and fair opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, or national origin in consideration for an award.”

Truncated Ad Published
March 27 and April 3, 2024
Ferndale Record

Potential Quorum Notice – Community Open House

Notice is hereby given that one or more members of the Ferndale City Council may attend the following meeting:

Community Open House
Wednesday, March 20, 2024 from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Pioneer Pavilion
2007 Cherry Street, Ferndale, WA

This is an Open Public Meeting as outlined by the Open Public Meetings Act, and members of the public are invited to attend and observe.

Susan Duncan
City Clerk
City of Ferndale
March 19, 2024