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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.

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.

2024 Unclaimed Property Auction

Ever wonder what happens to unclaimed property turned into the Ferndale Police Department? If we can’t locate an owner, it is sent to auction. We have an online auction coming up on March 18th. Please make sure to pre-register, at www.govdeals.com, to participate in the auction. The auction starts on Monday, March 18th and ends March 24th. You will find bicycles, jewelry, photography equipment, and more! Click here for additional auction details.

Notice of Traffic Revision: Wednesday, March 13th, 2024

Notice of Traffic Revision: Wednesday, March 13th

Thornton St. at Pacific Heights Dr.

Drivers should expect slowdowns as the south 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. During this stage of the project work will block the intersection at Thornton and south Pacific Heights Dr. Residents of this section of Pacific Heights Dr. will take a short detour using Captains Way.

Sidewalks on the south side of Thornton St. will be closed and pedestrians will be directed to sidewalks on the north side of the street.

The traffic revision is expected to last for one day, Wednesday, March 13th, 2024, from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

Work in this area will continue from March 11th through March 22nd. The specifics of upcoming traffic revisions will be posted as they become available.

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

Utility Billing Error

The City is aware that a few members of the community have received bills outside of our normally billing cycle in error.  We are working diligently to identify and correct these charges.  While we work through the remaining part of our software conversion, we kindly ask that you have patience and call our Finance Department at (360) 384-4269 or email utilitybilling@cityofferndale.org if you believe that you received one of these bills.

Notice of Traffic Revision: Monday, March 11th and Tuesday, March 12th, 2024

Notice of Traffic Revision: Monday, March 11th and Tuesday, March 12th, 2024

Thornton St. at Pacific Heights Dr.

Drivers should expect slowdowns as the south 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 Monday, March 11th and Tuesday, March 12th, 2024, from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

Work in this area will continue from March 11th through March 22nd. The specifics of upcoming traffic revisions will be posted as they become available.

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

Found Bicycle

Have you misplaced your bicycle recently? If so, contact Michelle with the Ferndale Police Department at 360-483-5745 to describe and claim your property.

 

Utility Billing Limited Services: March 1st – 6th, 2024

In an effort to streamline services, Utility Billing will have limited services available March 1st through March 6th as the City updates its software systems. The Finance Department will still be available to the public to answer questions related to payment processes, bills, or general account information.

While the City will still be able to receive payments at City Hall or by mail, we encourage customers to make payments through our online Invoice Cloud payment portal found HERE.

Customers are able to securely pay with a credit card, debit card, or with their banking information at no additional charge. We appreciate your patience as we transition to make our services more efficient.

2nd Notice: Notice of Traffic Revision: Tuesday, March 5th, 2024

2nd Notice: LaBounty Road Closure

Drivers should plan to detour as LaBounty Drive will be CLOSED to through traffic near at 5210 LaBounty Road between Smith Road and Slater Road. The one-day closure is scheduled for Tuesday, March 5th, 2024. The traffic revision is in effect from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Through traffic will be detoured via Pacific Highway. Local property access will be maintained throughout the closure. Road will remain open during nonworking hours.

This work is associated with a private development project.