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.

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.

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.

Notice of Traffic Revision and Possible Delays: Monday, September 12, 2022

Thornton Street between Aquarius Ave. and Maureen Dr.

Drivers should expect delays as traffic is reduced to single lane alternating traffic on Thornton Street, between Aquarius Ave. and Maureen Dr. The traffic revision is in effect Monday, September 12th from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Flaggers will be onsite to direct traffic. Road will remain open during nonworking hours. Work is expected to take one day.

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

Invitation to Bid: Thornton Street, Vista Drive to Malloy Avenue Project

INVITATION TO BID

FOR

THORNTON STREET, VISTA DRIVE TO MALLOY AVENUE PROJECT

CITY PROJECT NO. SW2015-04

Federal Aid No. – STPUS-STBG-8044(003)

Contract No. TA – 7460

 

 

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by CITY OF FERNDALE that sealed bid proposals will be received by the City of Ferndale at Ferndale City Hall, 2095 Main Street, Ferndale, Washington, 98248, (360) 384-4006, until October 6, 2022, at 2:00 PM, and will then and there be opened and publicly read for the Thornton Street, Vista Drive to Malloy Avenue Project.

 

PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This contract provides for improvements of approximately 1,750 linear feet of Thornton Street, from the intersection of Thornton Street and Vista Drive, then easterly to the intersection of Thornton Street and Malloy Avenue, in Ferndale, Washington.  Work will include clearing, grubbing, grading, roadway excavation, storm sewer drainage improvements, water main installation, sanitary sewer installation, placing gravel base, hot mix asphalt paving, concrete speed table, Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon (RRFB), curb and gutters, sidewalks, ADA ramps, and other work, in accordance with the Contract Plans, Special Provisions, the Standard Specifications, and Standard Plans.

 

Bid Guaranty

All bid proposals shall be accompanied by a bid proposal deposit in cash, certified check, cashier’s check, or surety bond in an amount equal to five percent (5%) of the amount of such bid proposal.  Should the successful bidder fail to enter into such contract and furnish satisfactory performance bond and payment bond both in an amount of 100 percent (100%) of the contract price within the time stated in the specifications, the bid proposal deposit shall be forfeited to the City of Ferndale.  All bidders and subcontractors shall have a contractor’s license to work in the State of Washington and a City of Ferndale Business License before starting work. All work performed on this project will be subject to prevailing federal Davis-Bacon and/or state wage rates.

 

Project Documents

Maps, plans, and specifications may be obtained from the Ferndale City Hall upon payment in the amount of $50 for specifications and half-scale (11”x17”) plan sets.  Informational copies of maps, plans and specifications are on file for inspection in the Ferndale City Hall, 2095 Main Street, Ferndale, Washington 98248.  An electronic version of the project plans and specifications is available for download on the City of Ferndale website at www.cityofferndale.org.  Those who download bid documents must email public-works@cityofferndale.org to request to be added to the plan holders’ list.

 

The (Local Agency), 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.

 

The contractor, subrecipient, or subcontractor shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, or sex in the performance of this contract. The contractor shall carry out applicable requirements of 49 CFR Part 26 in the award and administration of USDOT-assisted contracts. Failure by the contractor to carry out these requirements is a material breach of this contract which may result in the termination of this contract or such other remedy as the recipient deems appropriate, which may include, but is not limited to: (1) Withholding monthly progress payments; (2) Assessing sanctions; (3) Liquidated damages, or (4) Disqualifying the contractor from future bidding as non-responsible.

 

The City of Ferndale is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.  Minority and Women-Owned firms are encouraged to submit bids.

 

Susan Duncan

City Clerk – City of Ferndale

Ferndale Record Journal – Published September 7, 2022, and September 14, 2022

 

Lost and Found Items

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: BB gun, bicycle, drill, cell phone holder, fitness tracker, hockey windbreaker and pants, keys, toolbox, laptop, socks, trophy, drone, cash, and a cell phone.

Notice of Traffic Revision and Possible Delays: Monday, August 22nd through Friday, August 26th

LaBounty Drive, between Les Schwab Tire Center and Smith Road

Drivers should expect delays as traffic is reduced to single lane traffic on LaBounty Drive, between the Les Schwab Tire Center and Smith Road beginning Monday, August 22nd and lasting through Friday, August 26th. Daily lane closures between the hours of 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM. Flaggers will be onsite to direct traffic. Road will remain open during nonworking hours. This work is to complete paving associated with a private development project.

Ferndale Hires Rachel Moothart as new Finance Director

Ferndale Hires Rachel Moothart as new Finance Director

Rachel Moothart

The City is excited to introduce Rachel Moothart as our new Finance Director. Moothart comes from the private sector where she is the Accounting Manager for Syndel, an international aquaculture manufacturer based out of Ferndale. Her professional experience includes serving as the financial controller for Woodstone Corporation in Bellingham. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in accounting as well as a Master of Business Administration in business and accounting.

“We believe that Rachel has the right mix of professional experience and a passion for public service that will help her excel serving our community,” said Mayor Greg Hansen. Moothart’s contract was approved by the City Council at their August 15th council meeting. Her first day is Sept. 2nd.

“This is a great opportunity,” said Moothart. “I’m ready to roll up my sleeves and get to work on behalf of the people of Ferndale.”

As finance director, she will be responsible for overseeing the finance department which develops the annual budget, manages the annual audit and investments, provides revenue and expenditure projections, maintains fiscal controls and oversees utility billing.

For more information about the Finance Department at the City of Ferndale, check out the city’s website here: https://www.cityofferndale.org/finance-department/

EXTENDED: Notice of Traffic Revision and Possible Delays: Thursday, August 11th through Tuesday, August 16th, 2022

EXTENDED: Thornton Street between Shannon/Aquarius Ave. and Maureen Drive

Drivers should expect delays as traffic is reduced to single lane traffic on Thornton Street between Shannon/Aquarius Ave. and Maureen Drive from Thursday, August 11th through Tuesday, August 16th. The worksite is near the intersection of Thornton St. and Shannon Ave. and work will take place between the hours of 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM. Flaggers will be onsite to direct traffic.

This project is to complete utility work associated with a private development project.