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Ferndale Police Seek Public’s Help in Rock Throwing Cases

 

Ferndale Police Seek Public’s Help in Rock Throwing Cases

The Ferndale Police Department is seeking assistance in identifying possible subjects in multiple malicious mischief investigations where rocks are being thrown, which has caused significant damage to windows and other property.

As of 5/11/2023, there have been fifteen incidents reported to the Ferndale Police Department resulting in thousands of dollars in damage.

It is believed that there are two or more suspects involved.  Most incidents have occurred along the side streets of Thornton Street and Malloy Avenue during the hours of darkness between 1:00 am and 4:00 am.

The Ferndale Police Department is asking the public to contact 911 if you see anyone suspicious in these areas during the hours of darkness.  Furthermore, if you have any information regarding these cases, please contact Corporal Josh Scott at 360-483-5735 or jscott@ferndalepd.org

June 12, 2023

Arts Commission Brings New Sculpture to Griffintown Park

Arts Commission Brings New Sculpture to Griffintown Park

Yesterday, the Ferndale Public Works crew installed the newest piece of Ferndale art in Griffintown Park (5786 Second Avenue) down near Edaleen Dairy. Standing fourteen feet tall, this piece is designed by local artist and former Bellingham Technical College welding instructor Don Anderson. His pieces, which have previously been displayed in Ferndale, are nature-inspired abstract metal sculptures. This piece, originally titled “New Hope”, was offered to the City at half price by the artist and fits with the art and other installations at Griffintown Park. The sculpture cost the City $10,000 and was already included as part of the Arts Commission’s annual budget.

“I’m grateful to see the work of the Arts Commission continue to serve and enrich our community so thoughtfully, and excited to see this sculpture contribute to the artistic landscape of our city,” said City Councilmember and liaison to the Arts Commission Ali Hawkinson.

The Ferndale Arts Commission hosts dozens of free community arts events, and brings murals, sculptures and music to Ferndale. To learn more about bringing art to Ferndale, the public is invited to join the Ferndale Arts Commission, which meets on the second Wednesday of every month at City Hall at 5PM. More information about the commission is available here.

June 8, 2023

EXTENDED: Notice of Traffic Revision: Monday, June 5th and Tuesday, June 6th

LaBounty Drive, between Smith Road and Slater Road

Drivers should expect delays as traffic is reduced to single lane alternating traffic near 5127 LaBounty Drive between Smith Road and Slater Road. The traffic revision is Monday, June 5th through Tuesday, June 6th, 2023. The traffic revision is in effect from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Flaggers will be onsite to direct traffic. Road will remain open during nonworking hours.

This work is associated with a private development project.

June 5, 2023

Lost or Missing Your keys, a bicycle or a Fitbit?

Have you lost or misplaced an item recently? If one of these items fits the general description of your lost property, contact Michelle with the Ferndale Police Department at 360-483-5745 to describe and claim your lost property. Items turned into the Ferndale Police Department: keys, bicycle, Fitbit.

June 5, 2023

Notice of Traffic Revision: Monday, June 5th

LaBounty Drive, between Smith Road and Slater Road

Drivers should expect delays as traffic is reduced to single lane alternating traffic near 5127 LaBounty Drive between Smith Road and Slater Road. The traffic revision begins Monday, June 5th, 2023. The one-day traffic revision is in effect from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Flaggers will be onsite to direct traffic. Road will remain open during nonworking hours.

This work is associated with a private development project.

June 1, 2023

Mandatory Watering Restrictions In Effect June 1st through September 15th

Mandatory Watering Restrictions in Effect June 1st through September 15th

The City of Ferndale has implemented mandatory watering restrictions effective June 1st through September 15th. Residents with odd numbered street addresses are mandated to water only on Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays. Residents with even numbered street addresses water only Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. Mondays are non-watering days to allow the City’s reservoirs to recharge after the weekend.

The mandatory watering restrictions do not apply to the following situations:

  • Drip irrigation systems or handheld watering
  • Watering of flower and/or vegetable gardens
  • Watering of outdoor potted plants and hanging baskets
  • Watering of newly planted lawns/landscaping

Following these restrictions will help residents save money on their utility bill, reduce the impact on the environment and help ensure the City’s utility system runs strong throughout the hot season.

For more tips on how to conserve water this summer, check out Five Ways to Save Water This Summer. For questions and more information, contact the City at 360-384-4302.

June 1, 2023

Notice of Traffic Revision and Possible Delays: Friday, June 2nd through Tuesday, June 6th

Douglas Road CLOSED to through traffic, between S Church Road and Angelina Street

Drivers should expect delays as Douglas Road, between S Church Road and Angelina Street will be CLOSED to through traffic on weekdays from Friday, June 2nd through Tuesday, June 6th. The closure is in effect between the hours of 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM. Motorists will detour around the closure via Angelina St and Stratus Pl. Local residents will have access to homes inside the closure area.

Douglas Road will be open on Saturday and Sunday.

This closure is for work is associated with a private development project.

May 31, 2023

Notice of Traffic Revision: Wednesday, May 31st

2nd Notice

LaBounty Drive, between Smith Road and Slater Road

Wednesday, May 31st
LaBounty Road Closure

Drivers should plan to detour as LaBounty Drive will be CLOSED to through traffic near the work site at 5127 LaBounty Drive between Smith Road and Slater Road. The one-day closure is scheduled for Wednesday, May 31st, 2023.  The traffic revision is in effect from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Through traffic will be detoured via Pacific Highway. Local property access will be maintained throughout the closure.

This work is associated with a private development project.

May 30, 2023