The City Council meeting at 5:00 p.m. on Monday, December 6, 2021 (note the time change from the regular start time of 6:00 p.m.) will be held remotely via Microsoft Teams, with staff and Councilmembers accessing the meeting from individual locations. This complies with Governor Jay Inslee’s Proclamation 20-28, as extended until further notice.
This is still an open public meeting as defined by the Open Public Meetings Act. The City will be using Microsoft Teams to livestream the council meeting. Members of the public do not need to download anything to view the proceedings. To join the meeting,click here.
Included in Monday’s meeting is a public hearing for the adoption of the 2022 budget. Members of the public who wish to provide comment for the public hearing may do so by one of the following methods:
Phone in when the Mayor announces the opening of the public hearing. 360-685-2373
In person at the City Hall Main Conference Room, 2095 Main Street. There is limited capacity for in-person attendance. Those wishing to offer a comment in person will be required to wear a face mask and observe social distancing requirements.
With the Nooksack river receding and more favorable weather in the forecast, the sandbagging station, located behind City Hall, has now been taken down. The City will continue monitoring water levels and forecasts, and reestablish the station should the need arise. Check back here, or visit City of Ferndale’s Facebook page for the latest updates.
In a joint statement issued by the Ferndale School District and Ferndale Police Department, officials follow up regarding a weapons violation that occurred yesterday, Wednesday, December 1, 2021, at Ferndale High School. The full press release can be read here: https://www.cityofferndale.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/211202-JOINT-STATEMENT.pdf
The Ferndale Police Department and the Ferndale School District will continue to coordinate to ensure the safety of all students.
The Ferndale School District and the Ferndale Police Department will remain in close contact throughout this ongoing investigation and will provide any necessary updates as they become available. Both organizations will be in contact early Thursday morning and will work together to ensure the safety of our students and staff throughout the morning. This will include increased security, patrolling, and communication.
Drivers should expect delays as traffic is reduced to single lane alternating traffic on Malloy Ave. north of Kona Ct. on Friday, December 3rd. The traffic revision is in effect from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Flaggers will be onsite to direct traffic. Road will remain open during nonworking hours.
This closure is for engineers to gather data for an upcoming City project to replace the culvert crossing at Whisky Creek.
If you have questions regarding this notice, please contact Ferndale Public Works Department at (360) 384-4006.
The regularly scheduled Council Committee meetings and Committee of the Whole meeting on Wednesday, December 1, 2021 will be held remotely via Microsoft Teams, with staff and Councilmembers accessing the meeting from individual locations. This complies with Governor Jay Inslee’s Proclamation 20-28, as extended until further notice.
These are still open public meetings as defined by the Open Public Meetings Act. The City will be using Microsoft Teams to livestream the meeting. Members of the public do not need to download anything to view the proceedings. To join the live events, click on the following links:
The Public Works & Utilities Committee meeting is cancelled.
Ferndale Mayor Greg Hansen provides an update on the City’s actions and preparedness planning for the upcoming severe weather, comments on work and efforts the last couple of weeks after the recent flood, and provides suggestions for how you can best prepare yourselves and help your neighbors.
In looking at the developing forecast for heavy rains and a rising river, Mayor Greg Hansen issued a statement today, “City staff and Public Works crews are on standby today and in the days to follow with all available resources ready to respond if river levels make this necessary. I encourage individuals to also do what they can to prepare themselves and to help their neighbors. If you are within a flood area, be prepared to secure your vehicles and belongings. Ferndale residents can also help by cleaning leaves and other debris from around the storm drains near your home. Please check on your neighbors. Watch for road closure notices before leaving home, and be patient with each other as this weather evolves. We will continue to monitor this situation and will provide updates as they become available through our website and Facebook page.”
The Miracle Food Network is located at 5611 Third Avenue, Ferndale (in Pioneer Center) and will accept food donations, either fresh or shelf stable items, between 10am and 1pm Monday through Friday.
The Ferndale Community Resource Center is coordinating volunteer efforts and donations right here in Ferndale. If you need help or can provide help, please visit their facebook page or call (360) 380-2200 and leave a message so they can connect you to the correct resource. They will also be coordinating efforts with Samaratins Purse, a non-profit organization that may be able to assist in the cleanup of structures.
The Whatcom County Division of Emergency Management is collecting contact information from those who need assistance and is also collecting information and reports of storm and flood damage. Please call (360) 788-5311 to report storm damage and be sure to leave your name, address and contact information, including phone number. This information will be used to seek federal disaster relief funds and assistance.
FOR VOLUNTEERS: The Whatcom County Division of Emergency Management is accepting calls from volunteers who wish to aid in cleanup efforts. Please call them at (360) 676-6681 to offer your help. Callers should provide their names, contact information and capability for volunteer efforts (i.e. cleanup, carpenter, electrician, general all-around, etc.).
If your structure has suffered damage and you are located within Ferndale City limits, please contact the City Community Development. Director Michael Cerbone can assist you in determining permitting requirements can also assist in determining which permits be fast-tracked. That telephone number is (360) 384-4006 or email him directly at MichaelCerbone@cityofferndale.org
The Ferndale Community Resource Center is coordinating volunteer efforts and donations right here in Ferndale. If you need help or can provide help, please visit their facebook page or call (360) 380-2200 and leave a message so they can connect you to the correct resource.
The Whatcom County Division of Emergency Management is collecting contact information from those who need assistance and is also collecting information and reports of storm and flood damage. Please call (360) 788-5311 to report storm damage and be sure to leave your name, address and contact information, including phone number. This information will be used to seek federal disaster relief funds and assistance.
