Notice Traffic Revisions and
Possible Delays: Friday, July 19, 2019 until further notice, 7am – 7pm
Vista Drive between
Eastview Place and Ferndale Terrace
Drivers should expect delays as
traffic is reduced to single lane traffic on Vista Drive, between Eastview
Place and Ferndale Terrace, on Friday July 19, 2019 until further notice,
between the hours of 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.
5:00 p.m. STUDY SESSION: 2020 Budget
Councilmembers
presented their requests for the 2020 budget.
DISCUSSION ONLY
APPROVAL OF AGENDACouncilmember Bersch moved, and
Councilmember Taylor seconded, to approve the agenda as presented. MOTION CARRIED 7-0.
APPROVED
PUBLIC COMMENT
INFO ONLY
CONSENT AGENDACouncilmember Taylor moved, and
Councilmember Hansen seconded, to approve the consent agenda. MOTION CARRIED 7-0.
APPROVED
PROCLAMATION: 2019 Paddle to Lummi Tribal Canoe Journey
Mayor
Mutchler read the proclamation honoring and acknowledging the 2019 Paddle to
Lummi Canoe Journey.
INFO ONLY
CAPITAL PROJECTS UPDATE
Public
Works Project Manager Katy Radder presented updates on the following capital
projects:
First Avenue Pedestrian Improvement Project –
reconfigures the existing pedestrian crossings at First Avenue and Main
StreetFerndale Terrace – design currently underwayScout Place to Nordic Way Water Line – Permit
has been submitted to Burlington Northern, and work is expected to begin soonPump Station #19 De-Commissioning – a new
gravity main will connect the water systems between Thornton Road and Malloy
VillageThornton Overcrossing – right of way
acquisition is nearly completeUtilities Relocation – utilities need to be
relocated to accommodate the Thornton Overcrossing Project
INFO ONLY
PUBLIC HEARING: Floodway Repeal Ordinance
In
January 2019, the City Council approved an amendment to the Comprehensive
Plan removing the Floodway Comprehensive Plan Designation and the Floodway
Zone. The City Council determined that
is no longer appropriate to maintain a floodway land use designation or zone
that is inconsistent with the floodway established by the Federal Emergency
Management Agency (FEMA). This zoning text amendment removes Chapter 18.20
(Floodway Zone) from the Ferndale Municipal Code.
Councilmember Olson moved, and
Councilmember Jensen seconded, to approve the agenda bill. MOTION CARRIED
7-0.
APPROVED
DISCUSSION: First & Main Street Intersection
Improvement project/Bid Award
This
project will reconfigure the existing pedestrian crossings at the
intersection of First Avenue and Main Street.
Work will include removal and replacement of cement concrete sidewalk,
curb and ADA ramps; removal of existing signal arms, cabinets and related
facilities; concrete flatwork; HMA paving; permanent signage installation and
pavement striping.
Councilmember Jensen moved, and
Councilmember Taylor seconded, to approve the agenda bill. MOTION CARRIED
5-2, Councilmembers Hansen and Bersch opposed.
APPROVED
DISCUSSION: Affordable Housing Survey
Housing
affordability continues to be a significant issue for Whatcom County
communities and for the City of Ferndale.
Demand has dramatically exceeded supply at nearly every price point,
and a significant housing crisis exists in the Pacific Northwest. The lack of housing units for the workforce
has further contributed to a slow-down in the growth of local businesses that
depend on skilled labor and has curtailed the expansion of businesses from
outside the area, for the same reason.
A
survey regarding affordable housing was conducted with input from local
realtors, developers, and contractors. Suggestions included:
Allow duplexes, triplexes, etc. in multiple
zones Reduce permit fees where feasible and provide
incentive programs for “affordable” housingStreamline the permit review process and
provide better information regarding permit requirementsDevelopment Regulations – reduce frontage
requirements and allow streets to be narrowerZoning Regulations – allow more flexibility in
building placement on the lotDensity Bonuses – provide incentives for
increased units. Incentives must provide a public benefitState Regulations – better coordination
between state agencies and city. Wetland fill and mitigation permits add
time/confusion to the processCritical Areas – allow applicants to mitigate
for small wetland areas
INFO ONLY
MAYOR REPORTS/COMMENTS
Information
only.
COUNCIL REPORTS/COMMENTS
Information
only.
DEPARTMENT REPORTS
Information
only.
INFO ONLY
ADJOURNMENT
The
meeting was adjourned at 8:19 p.m.
Here is Clue #5 – the LAST clue will be posted this Friday and then all scorecards are due at City Hall by the end of Tuesday, July 23rd. More details are here.
Notice
Traffic Revisions and Possible Delays: Tuesday, July 16, 2019 7:00am to 7:00pm
Legoe Avenue, between
Ferndale Terrace and Siddle Street
Ferndale Terrace, between
Legoe Avenue and Hawthorne Place
Drivers should expect delays as
traffic is reduced to single lane traffic on Legoe Avenue, between Ferndale
Terrace and Siddle Street, and on Ferndale Terrace, between Legoe Avenue and
Hawthorne Place, on Tuesday, July 16, 2019, between the hours of 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.
Notice is hereby given that the Ferndale City Council will hold a special meeting for the purpose of discussing the 2020 budget on July 15, 2019 at the City of Ferndale Council Chambers, located at 5694 Second Avenue. The meeting will begin at 5:00 p.m. This is an Open Public Meeting as outlined by the Open Public Meetings Act, and members of the public are invited to attend and observe.
Here is a notice from our partners at Puget Sound Energy about an upcoming project starting July 15th that will impact Ferndale residents.
Thornton Street electric system relocation project
In conjunction with the City of Ferndale’s Thornton Street overpass project and in an ongoing effort to deliver safe and reliable energy to the Ferndale-area, Puget Sound Energy electric crews will be working along Thornton Street to relocate select utility poles, upgrade related electric equipment and underground a section of the existing overhead electric wire. Due to the complexity of the work and for the safety of our crew, we may need to take a planned power outage towards the end of the project which might impact your residence or business. Please see below for project details.
Project details Who: Electric crews from PSE and Potelco and underground trenching crews from Power X What: Replacing select utility poles, upgrading related electric equipment and undergrounding electric wire Where: Thornton Street between Snowden Drive and Interstate 5, Ferndale (please refer to map above for approximate project route) When: Work is expected to begin the week of July 15 and is anticipated to last into late August
Project dates & duration could vary based on inclement weather and emergency crew assignments
Typical daytime work hours are approximately 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
What you can expect
To prepare for this work, crews were in the area surveying the project route and marking current underground utilities with brightly colored paint or flags
Signs and traffic control flaggers will guide vehicles and pedestrians safely through the work zone
There will likely be noise from trucks and heavy machinery during working hours
As a part of this work, some customers may experience an interruption in electric service. We will notify those impacted customers directly prior to beginning any work requiring a planned power outage in person, by mail, email or door hanger and we will work closely with businesses to schedule any interruption of service outside of business hours
Once work is complete, crews will go back over the work zone and clear any remaining debris
Thank you for your patience and understanding while we work to complete this project. We aim to cause as little disruption as possible. If you have any questions regarding PSE’s portion of this project, please contact me and reference job number 101110819.
Sincerely, Jane Major, PSE Project Manager 360-791-2748 | jane.major@pse.com
This month, the Association of Washington Cities (AWC) awarded Councilmember Greg Hansen a Certificate of Municipal Leadership in recognition of his service, leadership and educational achievements. The program recognizes, “Mayors and councilmembers who continue to strive for excellence by attending conferences and trainings, serving their community, and further developing leadership skills.”
Hansen, who has been on the City Council since 2016, serves as the council liaison to the Chamber of Commerce, Ferndale Community Coalition, represents the council on the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee. For his day job, he teaches Hospitality and Tourism Management and Business Administration at Whatcom Community College.
“This program provides a fantastic grounding in the best practices for any city, large or small. I’m grateful for the opportunity to learn from some of the best people in the state.” said Hansen. “That said, interacting with my peers across the state reinforced my belief that we are well ahead of the curve here in Ferndale on so many issues.”
City officials receive the Certificate of Municipal Leadership after earning 30 credits AWC trainings and demonstrating community service.
Notice Traffic Revisions and Possible Delays: Tuesday, July 9, 2019 and Thursday, July 11, 2019 7am to 7pm
Heather Drive,
between Sunshine Drive and Diamond Lane
Drivers should expect potential delays and consider alternate routes as Heather Drive, between Sunshine Drive and Diamond Lane will be closed to thru traffic from Tuesday, July 9, 2019 to Thursday, July 11, 2019, 7am to 7pm. Westbound traffic will be detoured via Shannon Avenue to Pine Drive to Sunshine Drive to Heather Drive. Eastbound traffic will be detoured via Sunshine Drive to Pine Drive to Shannon Avenue to Heather Drive. This road closure is to complete utility improvements associated with a private development project. Flaggers will be on site to assist traffic. Road will remain open during non-working hours.
If you have questions regarding this notice, please contact Ferndale Public
Works Department at (360) 384-4006.
