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Ferndale Cuts Ribbon on Expanded Wastewater Treatment Facility

Ferndale Cuts Ribbon on Expanded Wastewater Treatment Facility

Elected officials, city staff and contractors gathered Thursday afternoon to cut the ribbon at Ferndale’s newly expanded Wastewater Treatment Facility. The new facilities include additional capacity to receive and process wastewater that should accommodate the city’s growing population and a new laboratory and testing facility to ensure all relevant water quality standards are met.

Guests toured the new headworks, grit and aeration basins, clarifiers and UV disinfection facilities that make up the Wastewater Treatment process.

“This is the largest capital project the City of Ferndale has undertaken and I am proud to see it up and running,” said Mayor Greg Hansen.

The project was designed by Wilson Engineering, constructed by McClure and Sons, and overseen by City staff. For more details on Ferndale’s utilities, see www.cityofferndale.org/water. Additional photos of the event available on the City’s facebook page here.

October 14, 2022

Indigenous Peoples’ Day – Oct. 10th, 2022

Jason LaClair installs a third mural honoring the Coast Salish people on the Pioneer Pavilion

Indigenous Peoples’ Day – Oct. 10th, 2022

Today, we recognize Indigenous Peoples’ Day. This is an opportunity to honor the resilience and immense contributions Native Americans have made to Ferndale’s past, present and future. We stand on the ancestral homelands of Coast Salish peoples, who have lived by and on the Salish Sea since time immemorial, and acknowledge the shaping hand of Indigenous Peoples’ on the course of history.

On this day, we ask all residents to take a moment to reflect on our relationship with tribal nations and indigenous cultures including the Coast Salish people and beyond, and how we can all continue to celebrate these lands, and the people who make them so special.

October 10, 2022

Police Incident at Main Street and Barrett Road

 

UPDATE: The suspect was safely taken into custody at 10:10am, there is no further danger to the public at this time. The Ferndale Police would like to thank all of our partner agencies for their support during this incident.

On 10/04/22 at approximately 0410 hours, Ferndale Police attempted to stop a white Chevrolet Blazer for an illegal turn, no license plates, and unreadable temporary tag.  The suspect pulled into the Haggen’s parking lot.

When Ferndale Police contacted the suspect driver, the subject opened the driver’s door and pointed an AR style rifle at Ferndale Police.

As the officer moved to a position of cover, the subject drove away. Officers followed the suspect vehicle which was located abandoned near Main St and Interstate 5.

The suspect was spotted entering the nearby Super 8 Motel. Law enforcement is on scene, has set up a perimeter and is working to resolve the situation swiftly and safely. The public is asked to avoid the area if possible.

October 4, 2022

Ferndale Streets to be Painted Saturday, Oct. 1st

City of Ferndale and Whatcom County Public Works will be striping the streets in the Ferndale area this Saturday, Oct. 1st. Signs and cones will be utilized to keep drivers out of the wet paint and No Parking signs will be going up in various locations in order to maintain access to paint areas.

The fresh coats of paint that crews apply during spring, summer and fall months will make it easier for drivers to see the road when the winter rains return.

What can drivers do to avoid the wet paint?

Drivers can protect their car from damage by keeping an eye out for striping crews and avoiding lane changes on freshly painted lines.

  • Watch for “wet paint” warning signs and warning trucks, and avoid following too closely.
  • Avoid crossing or driving on freshly painted lines.
  • Do not go around cones or weave in and out of your lane of travel.

What can I do if I get striping paint on my vehicle?

The paint is engineered to last however, it is water-based, drivers may have about one hour to wash it off with soap, water and a high-pressure hose. The sooner it is scrubbed, the easier it will be to remove.

For more information, call Ferndale Public Works at 360-384-4006.

September 30, 2022

Local Artists Add a Splash of Color to Ferndale’s Utility Boxes

Local Artists Add a Splash of Color to Ferndale’s Utility Boxes

Residents and visitors alike may now enjoy some new public art along Ferndale’s streets. The Ferndale Arts Commission has installed several vinyl wraps on the public utility boxes located around the city with designs donated by local artists.

Local artists Lara Johnson, Justin Ketah, Todd Bruce, Monica Davis Altona and Jennifer Yates all contributed artwork to the vinyl wrap project, along with a replica of a mural created by the Ferndale Arts Commission. This artwork was reproduced onto vinyl wraps by Ferndale’s own TNT Signs and installed this week on utility boxes around the City.

“Public art transforms mundane spaces into something more, a place to love and treasure,” said Councilmember Ali Hawkinson, who serves as council liaison to the Ferndale Arts Commission. “We are proud to highlight some of the fantastic local artists who live and work in Ferndale.”

Seven utility boxes in the City of Ferndale have been decorated and are available for viewing throughout the city. Pictures of the pieces are available on the City’s social media channels.

September 30, 2022

Notice of Traffic Revision: Tuesday, September 27th through Friday, September 30th

Near 5127 LaBounty Drive, between Smith Road and Slater Road

The full road closure of LaBounty Ave. ends on Tuesday, September 27th! However, work continues in the zone around 5127 LaBounty.

Drivers should expect delays as traffic is intermittently reduced to single lane alternating traffic near 5127 LaBounty Drive between Smith Road and Slater Road. The traffic revision begins Tuesday, September 27th and runs through Friday, September 30th. The traffic revision is in effect weekdays 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.

September 23, 2022

Notice of Traffic Revision: Saturday, September 24th from 7am-5pm

Slater Rd. will be closed to through traffic on Saturday, September 24th, between Rural Ave. and LaBounty Dr.

Through traffic drivers should plan to detour as a section of Slater Road will be closed on Saturday, September 24th. The road closure effects Slater Rd. between Rural Ave. and LaBounty Dr. The traffic revision is in effect from 7:00 AM to approximately 5:00 PM. The detour routes Slater Road traffic around the closure via Sunset Ave. to the north. Flaggers will be onsite to direct traffic. This is expected to be a one-day closure.

This closure is for a road paving project.

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

September 20, 2022

Notice of Traffic Revision: Tuesday, September 20th from 7am-7pm

Slater Rd. will be closed to through traffic on Tuesday, September 20,  between Rural Ave. and LaBounty Dr.

Through traffic drivers should plan to detour as a section of Slater Road will be closed on Tuesday, September 20th. The road closure effects Slater Rd. between Rural Ave. and LaBounty Dr. The traffic revision is in effect from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Flaggers will be onsite to direct traffic. This is expected to be a one-day closure.

This closure is for road improvement work.

September 19, 2022