Here is the third clue for the Great Ferndale Midsummer Mystery – running from July 1st -24th. You can find all previous clues, the scorecards, rules and all the details on our cash prizes by clicking here. This project is supported by Project Neighborly, from the Whatcom Community Foundation and is part of our 2018 Summer of Fun from Ferndale Parks.
What do you want to see in your downtown? The City is looking to jump start our downtown by encouraging residential and commercial developments that allow folks to live within walking distance of Main Street, and we are soliciting your feedback through social media. You can look at the outline of the Catalyst program that being proposed by clicking here.
As we dig into how to encourage this development, what we need to know from the public is . . .
Remember that the City does not conduct private development, but we can encourage some projects to move forward through tax incentives.
Share your thoughts on our facebook page by clicking here or if you prefer, email our Community Development Director Jori Burnett by clicking here.
The City of Ferndale wants you to attend a City Council meeting and share what you learned with a neighbor. Come see local politics in action and learn more about what is happening in your city and you could receive a $10 gift card to Woods Coffee as part of our “Brewing over City Business” program.
If this is your first time attending a City Council meeting, you live in Ferndale and are not a student, sign up at the beginning of the meeting to receive a free coffee card. Once the meeting is gaveled close, you will receive the gift card. The City urges you to find a friend, a neighbor or family member and invite them out to coffee and share your experiences.
Democracy is not a spectator sport, and our hope is that this will inspire everyone to engage with their local government and have a better understanding of how the City operates. This is a pilot program to increase transparency and civic participation.
“Brewing over City Business” is made possible thanks to a generous donation from Woods Coffee and support from the Whatcom Community Foundation as part of the Project Neighborly initiative. No city funds were expended to make this happen.
For more information or questions, please contact Communications Officer Riley Sweeney at (360) 685-2353 or rileysweeney@cityofferndale.org.
Whatcom Old Settlers’ Association President Laurie Irwin and Mayor Jon Mutchler would like to personally invite you to come on down to Pioneer Park for the 2018 Old Settlers’ Weekend, July 27-29th with music, history, community and more. More details available from the Whatcom County Old Settlers Association. Hope to see you there!
Notice Traffic Revisions and Possible Delays: Monday, July 9, 2018 from 7am to 7pm
Walgreens Parking Lot
Drivers should expect delays as a portion of the South side of the parking lot at Walgreens will be closed to traffic on Monday, July 9, 2018 from 7:00am to 7:00pm. Detour signs are set up to direct traffic. This closure is to complete improvements associated with a private development project.
If you have questions regarding this notice, please contact Ferndale Public Works Department at (360) 384-4006.
Notice Traffic Revisions and Possible Delays: Beginning Monday, July 9, 2018 from 7am to 7pm
Alder Street between Second Avenue and Third Avenue
Drivers should expect potential delays and consider alternate routes as Alder Street between Second Avenue and Third Avenue will be closed to thru traffic beginning on Monday, July 9, 2018 from 7am to 7pm. Westbound traffic will be detoured via Second Avenue to Maple Street to Third Avenue. Eastbound traffic will be detoured via Third Avenue to Maple Street to Second Avenue. This road closure is to complete street improvements associated with a private development project. Alder Street will reopen during non-working hours.
If you have questions regarding this notice, please contact Ferndale Public Works Department at (360) 384-4006.
Susan Duncan
City Clerk Susan Duncan who handles records management, public records requests, human resources and serves as clerk for the City, has completed the Washington Association of Public Records Officers program to become a Certified Public Records Officer (CPRO). The certification demonstrates a personal commitment and dedication to administering the Washington State Public Records Act (RCW 42.56).
To become certified, an applicant must complete over thirty hours of training covering topics as diverse as legal updates, electronic records and technology, open government sessions and more. Duncan, who completed the Certified Municipal Clerk program for the International Institute of Municipal Clerks in 2016, and now serves on their executive board of their Washington State chapter.
“Susan is an incredible resource,” said Mayor Jon Mutchler. “She knows the rules and law governing our city business forwards and backwards. We depend on her skills and expertise and appreciate her unyielding dedication.”