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Notice Traffic Revisions and Possible Delays: Monday, May 13, 2019 to Friday May 24, 2019, 7:00am to 7:00pm

Notice Traffic Revisions and Possible Delays: Monday, May 13, 2019 to Friday May 24, 2019, 7:00am to 7:00pm

Portal Way, between McKinley Street and Newkirk Road

Drivers should expect delays as traffic is reduced to single lane traffic on Portal Way between McKinley Street and Newkirk Road from Monday, May 10, 2019 to Friday, May 24, 2019, from 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.

May 10, 2019

City Council and Staff Meet to Set Goals and Improve Communication

Goals by the end of 2019

In lieu of their usual meeting, City Council, staff, and the Mayor met for a facilitated retreat to set goals and improve communication between each other and the public.

With big decisions approaching this year concerning the new Wastewater Treatment Plant expansion and selecting a downtown catalyst project, the participants worked with facilitator Laura Todd to improve coordination between staff and council. They concluded with goal setting for the rest of the year.

“At the end of 2019, when you look back on this year, what will you have done?” asked Todd. Council and staff agreed on the above list, including laying the groundwork for a new downtown, involving the public in the decision-making process and establishing a fair and equitable rate structure system.

May 8, 2019

Now Hiring: Accounting Clerk II

  • Jurisdiction: City of Ferndale
  • Job Title: Accounting Clerk II
  • Employment Type: Full Time
  • Salary Range: $3,656 – $4,322/month
  • Closing Date: October 11, 2019

Job Summary: Under the direction of the City Finance Director, perform a variety of accounting-related activities involved in accounts payable and cashiering.

For a complete job description, click here. For an application, click here. To apply, submit cover letter, resume, and completed application by email (susanduncan@cityofferndale.org), mail (City of Ferndale, PO Box 936 Ferndale, WA 98248) or in person (2095 Main Street, Ferndale, WA 98248.)

Closing Date: October 11, 2019.

The City of Ferndale is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

May 7, 2019

Ferndale Arts Commission Receives Project Neighborly Grant for Downtown Murals

Aaron Brown, Vice-Chair of the WCF Board, poses with Ferndale Arts Commission Members Rebecca Xczar, Andrew Hansen and Colleen Harper

Alleyways throughout downtown Ferndale are about to receive some color courtesy of a grant from the Whatcom Community Foundation. Earlier this year, the Ferndale Arts Commission was awarded a “Project Neighborly” grant to install murals in several alleyways in downtown Ferndale.

Similar to the water tank beautification project last year, these murals will be designed by the Ferndale Arts Commission and installed by volunteers.

“Public art is essential to a vibrant downtown. They prevent graffiti and make our community a more attractive place to live, shop or dine,” said Councilmember Rebecca Xczar. “I’m grateful for the Whatcom Community Foundation’s support for this project and am ready to roll up my sleeves and make it happen.”

Members of the public who are interested in helping install the murals should follow the Ferndale Arts Commission facebook page for updates and volunteer opportunities.

May 6, 2019

Notice Traffic Revisions and Possible Delays: May 6, 2019 until further notice, 7am to 7pm

Notice Traffic Revisions and Possible Delays: May 6, 2019 until further notice, 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 May 6, 2019 until further notice, 7:00am to 7:00pm. 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.

May 6, 2019

Vote on the Thornton Overpass Logo

Back in April, we asked for the public’s help to design a logo for the upcoming Thornton Street Overpass Project.

The public sent in several submissions and now we need your help deciding which one is the best. Click here to hop on over to our facebook page and click “like” or “love” on the ones you like the best. The winner will get to wield a golden shovel at the Thornton groundbreaking later this year.

Big thank you to ALL of our artists who participated, we appreciate your incredible creativity and efforts on this.

May 2, 2019

First Meeting of Poverty Task Force Scheduled May 8th, 5pm

Earlier this year, the City Council formed the North Whatcom Poverty Task Force and they are scheduled to convene their first meeting on Weds. May 8th, at 5pm in the City Council chambers (5694 Second Avenue).

The public is invited and encouraged to attend.

The North Whatcom Poverty Task Force is a temporary advisory body tasked with conducting a needs assessment for the greater Ferndale community and presenting a set of recommendations to the Ferndale City Council that will address the impacts of income inequality, homelessness, food insecurity and rising housing prices.

The task force will be looking at issues across North Whatcom because the effects of poverty do not stop at the city limits and a holistic approach is needed to address these issues.

For questions or more information, please contact Communications Officer Riley Sweeney by clicking here or calling (360) 685-2353.

May 1, 2019