City offices will reopen on Friday, July 5th at our normal time. In the case of an emergency, please call 911.
City offices will reopen on Friday, July 5th at our normal time. In the case of an emergency, please call 911.
Have you ever wondered how Griffintown Park, the long, skinny park on Second Avenue, got its name?
It once belonged to a Civil War veteran named Augustus Griffin (1826-1909) who sailed up the Nooksack with his wife Harriet and ten year old daughter Jennie to purchase a 400 acre plot.
His plan was to own the land when the railroad came through— one of many get rich quick schemes throughout his colorful life. The area quickly gained the name, “Griffintown”, however he was unable to hold it.
With his health failing, he gave away much of his land holdings to needy families and the railroad. He moved to Bellingham in 1902 where Harriet taught school. For more information about Ferndale’s unique and colorful history, visit Pioneer Park starting May 15th and take a tour with the Ferndale Heritage Society.
Here’s the first clue – next clue is released this Friday, July 5th. More details can be found by clicking here.
Ferndale Completes New Mural in Downtown
The Ferndale Arts Commission’s Downtown Mural Project has a newly completed piece of art, titled “Spirit of Kulshan”. Visitors to downtown Ferndale will get to enjoy a sweeping landscape from Brenda Goddard-Laurence, of Brenda Goddard Designs, on the side of 5685 3rd Ave, adjacent to Luxe Thai.
While last summer’s Downtown Mural Project at the City Annex was painted with volunteers, this new mural is the first commissioned piece. This mural was funded in collaboration with the Ferndale Arts Commission and the building owners, Ted and Dale Schrader who are also the owners of the Subway at 5675 3rd Ave.
“Adding art is an essential part of making Ferndale’s downtown the incredible, vibrant place we all want it to be,” said Councilmember Rebecca Xczar, who organized the project on behalf of the Arts Commission. They are planning to install at least one more commissioned mural this summer.
The Arts Commission is also coordinating a volunteer alley mural project, funded by a Project Neighborly grant from Whatcom Community Foundation and are looking for volunteers. The installation will occur July 13th and 14th, those who want to help with the painting can sign up on the city website at www.cityofferndale.org/murals.
Notice Traffic Revisions and Possible Delays: Thursday, June 27, 2019 to Saturday, June 29, 2019, 7am to 7pm
Hovander Road, between Nielson Road and Scout Place
Drivers should expect delays as traffic is reduced to single lane traffic on Hovander Road, between Nielson Road and Scout Place from Thursday, June 27, 2019 to Saturday, June 29, 2019, 7:00am to 7:00pm. This work is to complete road improvements associated with a private development project. Flaggers will be onsite to direct traffic. Road will remain open during nonworking hours.
If you have questions regarding this notice, please contact Ferndale Public Works Department at (360) 384-4006.
Repairs begin this Wednesday, June 19th on the Ferndale levee adjacent to Star Park and will contiune for approximately two weeks. During this time, traffic will be impacted on Ferndale Road, with delays and closures anticipated.
Access to Star Park from the north should remain unaffected.
Residents are advised to utilize alternative routes if possible during this time. For more information, please call Ferndale Public Works at (360) 384-4006.
Notice Traffic Revisions and Possible Delays: Friday, June 21, 2019 to Friday, June 28, 2019, 7am to 7pm
Fourth Avenue, between Main Street and Vista Drive
Drivers should expect delays as traffic will be shifted to utilize the middle lane and temporarily stopped when needed on Fourth Avenue, between Main Street and Vista Drive, from Friday, June 21, 2019 to Friday, June 28, 2019, 7:00am to 7:00pm. Flaggers will be on-site directing traffic. This work is to complete improvements associated with a private development project. Road will remain open during nonworking hours.
If you have questions regarding this notice, please contact Ferndale Public Works Department at (360) 384-4006.
