Mayor Hansen speaks about the 2021 Budget, COVID-19 and giving thanks.
Mayor Hansen speaks about the 2021 Budget, COVID-19 and giving thanks.
Mobile Grocery Delivery Truck Sparks Online Rumor Mill
On 11/19/2020, Officers from the Ferndale Police Department responded to the 2300 block of Douglas Rd. It was reported that a male and female in a white van had lured children into their van with candy. It was also reported that the subjects asked the children for money. As you can imagine, this alarmed many parents in the area. Some have taken to Facebook and posted about this incident in an attempt to protect our community.
The Ferndale Police Department conducted an investigation and determined that the subjects are operating a mobile grocery store. The vehicle was actually a repurposed delivery box truck. The owners admitted that they allowed children inside the box truck. They also stated they allowed the children to look around and that they told the children to ask their parents for money to purchase candy. Ferndale officers confirmed the owners have a valid reseller permit from the Department of Revenue.
The Ferndale Police Department would like to remind everyone that what you read on the internet is not always what it seems. During these hard times, people of our community are doing whatever they can to get through this crisis. Yes, some of these ventures are legitimate and some not. If you see something suspicious, report it to the Police and allow them time to do a thorough investigation. If you participate in something going viral on the internet, you may be harming someone in your community unnecessarily.
“The City of Ferndale is a wonderful place to live. In these hard times we need to do our best to have a positive outlook and project that on our neighbors. If we talk to one another, ask the appropriate questions and have some compassion for those around us. We really will have a ‘Stronger Community Together,’” said Police Chief Kevin Turner.
UPDATE 11/19/2020: The class has filled up but if you still want to participate using your brushes and canvas, you are welcome to register and follow along.
WHAT: The Ferndale Arts Commission is hosting a Zoom Painting Class
WHO: The class will be led by local artist Sandy Peppar
WHEN: Saturday, November 28, from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
WHERE: This is a virtual event that you can attend from the comfort of your own home
TO REGISTER: Email Susan Duncan at susanduncan@cityofferndale.org with your name, phone number and email address. Supplies will be available to pick up at the City Hall parking lot. You will be provided a time for pick-up once you’ve registered. Registration is limited to 55 participants, so don’t delay, sign up today!
HOW MUCH: It’s free!!! All of the supplies needed to complete the painting pictured above will be provided
We are finishing up the 2021 City of Ferndale budget and we want to hear from you! City budgets can be dense documents and we want to get all your questions answered before the City Council has their final public hearing on the budget at the Dec. 7th council meeting.
Post your questions about the budget on the City facebook page or send them in email to Communication Officer Riley Sweeney at rileysweeney@cityofferndale.org and next Monday, Finance Director Sirke Salminen and City Administrator Jori Burnett will answer them live the City’s facebook page.
Ferndale Public Works has closed W. Smith Road west of I-5 due to seasonal flooding. Detours are in place, please utilize alternative routes.
The Ferndale Arts Commission has completed its latest downtown mural and the final one for 2020. The newest piece, titled “Tennant Lake” was painted by local artist Kelly Hoekema and is a celebration of local flora and fauna. It can be found on the side of FrinGe Brewing, facing Alder St.
“I love that I get to be part of a town that truly enjoys the arts.” said Hoekema. This is the fifth mural completed in 2020 and the twelfth mural completed as part of the Downtown Mural Project.
For the Staff Report and Exhibits click here
To attend the meeting click here (link will be active the day of the meeting)
For the Staff Report and Exhibits click here
To attend the meeting click here (link will be active the day of the meeting)