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Metalworks Skatepark Groundbreaking April 10

City of Ferndale Invites Public to Metalworks Skatepark Groundbreaking Event

(Ferndale, WA) — The City of Ferndale invites the public to a groundbreaking event on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, kicking off construction of Metalworks Skatepark, a highly anticipated project for the Ferndale community.

The groundbreaking event will take place at the future skatepark location at the 5500 block of Second Avenue, across the street from the old American Legion building. Parking will be available at the Phillips66 Sports Complex. The event will begin promptly at 2:00 p.m. with opening remarks and speeches, with the official groundbreaking at approximately 2:20 p.m.

The City would like to welcome all community members, skaters – thrashers and posers, stakeholders, and project supporters in celebrating this project milestone for the Metalworks Skatepark. Attendees will include Mayor Greg Hansen, City councilmembers, elected officials, City staff, and project partners. The community is encouraged to participate in this eagerly awaited event. You’ll hear from members of the project team, have the opportunity to leave your mark on the official construction project sign, watch as we break ground, and take home a limited-edition Metalworks Skatepark sticker.

The City is stoked to begin construction on the Metalworks Skatepark, ultimately creating a place for community members of all ages and skate skill levels to connect in the heart of Downtown Ferndale. We hope you’ll join us on Wednesday, April 10th, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. to kickflip this project into gear!

March 28, 2024

City Offices Closed on Friday, March 29, 2024

City offices will be closed on Friday, March 29th, 2024 and open again for regular business hours on Monday, April 1st, 2024. As always, first responders are available by dialing 911.

Photo courtesy of Councilmember Erin Gunter – Cherry Blossoms from City Hall, March 24, 2024

March 28, 2024

Notice of Traffic Revision and Possible Delays: Monday, April 1st – Friday, April 5th

Thornton St. near Pacific Heights Dr. CLOSED from Monday, April 1st – Friday, April 5th

Drivers should plan to detour as Thornton Street will be CLOSED near the intersection with Pacific Height Drive for the week of April 1st – April 5th.  The detour route around the closure uses Church Rd, Main St/Mountainview Rd, and Olson Rd.

Sidewalks on both sides of the street will be closed inside the work zone. This closure occurs during school spring break so should not impact school routes.

The traffic revision is expected to last for one week, Monday, April 1st – Friday, April 5th from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM daily.

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

March 27, 2024

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

March 27, 2024

Ferndale Announces 2024 Summer of Fun Parks Activities

Ferndale Announces 2024 Summer of Fun Parks Activities

(Ferndale, WA) — The City of Ferndale is proud to announce a full slate of summer parks activities this year, including everything from acrobats to Space Band. Participants can enjoy movies, food, live music, and activities in Ferndale’s parks almost every weekend throughout the summer.

“We have a lot of exciting things happening in our parks this year and I look forward to seeing everyone at these events,” said Mayor Greg Hansen. “Once again, Ferndale has an incredible line up of free, family-friendly activities ready to go.”

This year, Ferndale’s parks events are made possible in part by the generous support of WECU, a local credit union serving Whatcom County for over 80 years.

Food Truck Fridays: 2nd Friday of each month in Pioneer Village.

Friday, June 14th – SpaceBand

Friday, July 12th – Bellingham Circus Guild

Friday, August 9th – Jim Buk Tu

Music in the Park: Live concerts on the Pioneer Village stage.

Friday, July 19th – Baby Cakes

Saturday, August 17th – Lemon Creek

Flicks in the Park. Fridays in Pioneer Village: June 21st, June 28th, July 12th, and August 23rd inside Pioneer Pavilion with an earlier start time.

More activities with dates to be announced soon, including Yoga in the Park, Wee Ones Nature Hunt, and Tie Dye Your T-Shirt.

As always, Ferndale parks events are free and open to the public. For more information, please contact Communications and Community Relations Officer Megan Juenemann at meganjuenemann@cityofferndale.org or (360) 685-2353.

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March 22, 2024

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.

March 12, 2024

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.

March 12, 2024

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.

March 11, 2024

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.

March 8, 2024

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.

 

March 1, 2024