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City News

Traffic Impacts on Malloy Avenue: Monday, December 21, 2020 through Wednesday, December 23, 2020, from 8am to 5pm

Malloy Avenue, between Donna Lane and Sunrise Street

Drivers should expect delays as Malloy Ave, between Donna Lane and Sunrise Street, will be reduced to one lane from Monday, December 21st to Wednesday, December 23rd, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Traffic will alternate using one lane as directed by flaggers. This traffic impact is associated with a private project.

See attached for map of traffic impact area.

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

December 18, 2020

Traffic Impacts on Barrett Road: Monday, December 21st – Wednesday, December 23rd

Traffic Impacts on Barrett Road: Monday, December 21, 2020 through Wednesday, December 23, 2020, from 7am to 7pm

Barrett Road (at St. Helens Lane)

Drivers should expect delays as Barrett Road, at St. Helens Lane, will be reduced to one lane from Monday, December 21st to Wednesday, December 23rd, from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

Traffic will alternate using one lane as directed by flaggers. This traffic impact is associated with a private project.

See map of traffic impact area.

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

December 16, 2020

Councilmember Ali Hawkinson Receives Certificate of Municipal Leadership

Councilmember Ali Hawkinson

Councilmember Ali Hawkinson Receives Certificate of Municipal Leadership

Congratulations to Councilmember Ali Hawkinson for completing her Association of Washington Cities Certificate of Municipal Leadership! This course of study provides city elected officials with the knowledge they need to effectively operate within the law, plan for the future, secure and manage funds, and foster community and staff relationships. Bravo! https://wacities.org/events-education/cml-program

December 8, 2020

Traffic Impacts on Seamount Drive starting Thursday, December 3rd at 10am through Friday, December 4th at 5pm

Seamount Drive Closed between Water Garden Street & Vista Drive: Thursday, December 3, 2020 at 10AM to Friday, December 4, 2020 at 5PM

Drivers should expect to utilize alternative routes as Seamount Drive will be closed to through traffic between Water Garden Street & Vista Drive from Thursday, December 3, 2020 @ 10:00AM to Friday, December 4, 2020 @ 5PM. During the closure, traffic will be detoured onto Gardiner Drive/Water Garden Street. Detour signs will be in place to route traffic around these closures. This work is in association with the Complete Streets Project. Roads will reopen once work is completed.

Please see attached image for closure areas.

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

December 2, 2020

Traffic Impacts on Third Avenue and First Avenue: Friday, December 4, 2020, 7AM to 5PM

Traffic Impacts on Third Avenue and First Avenue: Friday, December 4, 2020, 7AM to 5PM

Third Avenue, between Alder Street and Maple Street

First Avenue, between Main Street and Cherry Street

Drivers should expect to utilize alternative routes as Third Avenue, between Alder Street and Maple Street, and First Avenue, between Main Street and Cherry Street will be closed to traffic on Friday, December 4, 2020 between the hours of 7:00AM and 5:00PM. Detour signs will be in place to route traffic around these closures. This work is in association with the Complete Streets Project. Roads will reopen once work is completed.

Please see attached for closure areas.

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

December 2, 2020

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

City Offices Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday

City Hall and the Police Station will be closed Thursday and Friday for the Thanksgiving Holiday, although first responders are always available when you call 911. City employees will be reachable by phone and email, as usual, once again on Monday, November 30th.

We urge everyone to make safe and responsible choices this Thanksgiving – help protect our community by keeping your gatherings small and if you meet with folks outside your household, please keep your gathering small, wear a mask and observe social distancing as much as possible.

We know this holiday will be different, but we want all of you to be safe and healthy throughout this holiday season. Thank you for doing your part to protect your friends and neighbors.

November 24, 2020

Ferndale Police Recover Stolen Mail

The Ferndale Police Department received multiple reports of mail theft on 11/22/2020.  In response to inquiries, lost batches of mail were recovered by residents and turned in to local authorities. Mail destined for addresses in Marysville, Bellingham and Ferndale was recovered.

Ferndale officers ultimately gathered two large bags of mail, dozens of opened packages and have begun contacting victims.

The Ferndale Police Department would like to remind everyone that during the holidays, there is often an increase in mail theft. With the increased use of online ordering due to the pandemic, it is especially common this year.  We encourage everyone to be diligent and check their mail daily.  This will reduce the likelihood of residents being victimized.

If you have any information to assist in identifying the vehicle or any suspects, please contact Officer Brown at (360) 483-5731 or via email at sbrown@ferndalepd.org.

November 23, 2020

Ferndale Staff Answer Questions about 2021 Budget

Finance Director Sirke Salminen and City Administrator Jori Burnett answer questions from social media about the 2021 budget. For more information on the 2021 budget, check out our 2021 budget page at cityofferndale.org/finance-department/budget-documents/2021-budget-2/.

For more information, please email Sirke Salminen at SirkeSalminen@cityofferndale.org.

To weigh in on the budget, please attend our Dec. 7th Council Meeting or email your city council members at CityCouncil@cityofferndale.org.

Note: We are aware of the issue with the sound recording and have done our best to mitigate it. Our apologies.

November 23, 2020