City of Ferndale (Government)

06/11/2026

Notice of Traffic Revision: The intersection at Church Road and Thornton Street will be CLOSED Tuesday, June 16th and Wednesday, June 17th, 2026.

Drivers should plan to detour around the Church Road and Thornton Street intersection on Tuesday, June 16th and Wednesday, June 17th, as the intersection will be CLOSED for road maintenance. City crews will be grinding and repaving the intersection. The closure is in effect between 6:30 AM to 5:00 PM each day. Signs will direct drivers to detour around the closure.

The intersection will reopen nightly with "Motorcycles Use Extreme Caution" and "Dip and/or Loose Gravel" signs in all four directions.

06/10/2026

🎉 Summer of Fun Kicks Off This Friday in Ferndale! 🎉

Join the City of Ferndale's Parks, Recreation, Trails & Advisory Board (PRTAB) as we launch our Summer of Fun series with an evening of free community events!

🎲 Community Game Night
📍 Pioneer Pavilion
🕔 5:00–9:00 PM

Bring your family and friends for an evening of games, community connection, and free pizza while supplies last, courtesy of Ferndale Domino's. All ages are welcome!

🎬 Flicks in the Park showing Zootopia 2
📍 Field between the Boys & Girls Club and Pioneer Pavilion
🕤 Approximately 9:30 PM

Once the sun goes down and it's dark enough to see the screen, settle in for a free outdoor showing of Zootopia 2. We'll also be handing out free popcorn and drinks while supplies last.

To make the most of your movie night, we encourage attendees to:
🪑 Bring lawn chairs and/or blankets
🧥 Dress warmly for the evening
🦟 Consider bringing bug spray

✅ Both events are FREE and open to community members of all ages.

For more information and to view the full summer event lineup, visit: www.cityofferndale.org/284/recreation-and-events

We can't wait to see you there for a fun-filled evening of games, food, movies, and community! ☀️🍕🎲🍿🎬

06/05/2026

🎲🍿 DOUBLE THE FUN NEXT FRIDAY, JUNE 12! 🌟

Kick off Ferndale’s Summer of Fun season with TWO exciting community events in one unforgettable evening!

Community Game Night
🕕 Extended hours until 9:00 PM
📍 Pioneer Pavilion Community Center (2007 Cherry Street)

Join the City of Ferndale’s Parks, Recreation, and Trails Advisory Board (PRTAB) for a FREE all-ages Game Night! Bring your favorite board, card, or tabletop games to share — or come ready to learn something new. Guests are welcome to bring snacks or dinner and enjoy a fun evening of connection, laughter, and friendly competition.

Then, when the sun goes down…

Flicks in the Park featuring Zootopia 2
🕘 Movie begins just after 9:00 PM
📍 Pioneer Park

Grab your blanket or comfortable camping chair and head outside for the first outdoor movie night of the summer! Free popcorn and soda will be available for attendees while supplies last.

✨ Spend the whole evening with friends, family, and neighbors as we launch another amazing Summer of Fun season in Ferndale!

For more Summer of Fun events, visit: www.cityofferndale.org/284/recreation-and-events

06/04/2026

🎓 Congratulations, Ferndale High School Class of 2026! 🎓

Please be aware of increased traffic and brief delays this evening as seniors participate in the annual Senior Parade.

Thank you for your patience as we celebrate this special Ferndale tradition and recognize our graduating seniors. 💙💛

COMMUNITY TRAFFIC ADVISORY – FHS SENIOR PARADE

This evening, Thursday, June 4, Ferndale High School seniors will be participating in their annual Senior Parade, a special tradition celebrating the Class of 2026.

Beginning around 6:00 PM, a large number of student vehicles will travel from Pioneer Park to Ferndale High School along the following route:
➡️ Cherry St.
➡️ 3rd Ave.
➡️ Washington St.
➡️ Golden Eagle Dr.
➡️ Ferndale High School

Residents can expect increased traffic and brief delays, particularly where the parade crosses Main Street. Ferndale Police officers will be on scene to help slow and direct traffic to ensure the safety of participants and the traveling public.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as we help make this memorable tradition possible for this year’s graduating seniors. If you're traveling in the area this evening, please allow a little extra time, watch for pedestrians and parade vehicles, and join us in celebrating the Class of 2026!

06/04/2026

Training Notice from the Ferndale Police Department for the month of June

The Ferndale Police Department will be conducting active shooter / mass casualty response training on Thursday evenings during the month of June at Horizon Middle School in partnership with Whatcom County Fire District 7.

Training sessions will take place during the early evening hours and are expected to conclude by 8:00 PM.

As part of the training, officers will be using blank ammunition indoors. While it is unlikely anything will be heard outside of the building, community members in the area may notice increased emergency vehicle activity during training times.

We appreciate the community’s understanding as we continue preparing our first responders for critical incidents and emergency response situations.

Training Advisory – Horizon Middle School

Throughout the month of June, the Ferndale Police Department will be conducting active shooter / mass casualty response training on Thursday evenings at Horizon Middle School in partnership with Whatcom County Fire District 7.

Training sessions will take place during the early evening hours and are expected to conclude by 8:00 PM.

As part of the training, officers will be using blank ammunition indoors. While it is unlikely anything will be heard outside of the building, community members in the area may notice increased emergency vehicle activity during training times.

We appreciate the community’s understanding as we continue preparing our first responders for critical incidents and emergency response situations.

06/03/2026

The City of Ferndale, Washington has a number of Boards and Commissions that work to advise the council on a broad array of subjects. These are volunteer positions but absolutely essential to providing quality input to the city decision making process. The city currently has vacancy on the Ferndale Arts Commission.

Applications will be accepted until June 26, 2026.

For more information and applications, visit: www.cityofferndale.org/172/Boards-Commission

06/02/2026

Help shape the future of transportation safety in Ferndale.

The City of Ferndale is developing a Comprehensive Safety Action Plan, and we invite you to share your experiences and ideas to help make our streets safer and more accessible for everyone.

Whether you walk, bike, drive, or use transit, your feedback will help identify opportunities for improvements and guide future investments in our community.

Please take a few minutes to complete the survey and help build a safer Ferndale for all.

Share your input here: https://survey123.arcgis.com/share/76d5b1a10bda42b18111d5d58df8aff9

06/01/2026

☀️🎉 Get ready for the 2026 Summer of Fun in Ferndale! 🎉☀️

This summer in Ferndale is packed with FREE events hosted by the City of Ferndale’s Parks, Recreation, and Trails Advisory Board and community partners!

We’re kicking off the Summer of Fun on Friday, June 12 with:
🎲 Community Game Night at Pioneer Pavilion
🎬 Flicks in the Park featuring Zootopia 2

Come celebrate the last day of school and the start of summer with friends, family, and neighbors. We can’t wait to celebrate summer in Ferndale with our community!

View the full Summer of Fun event lineup at: www.cityofferndale.org/284/Recreation-and-Events

06/01/2026

Council Meeting Monday, June 1 at 5:00 p.m. at the City Hall Annex (5694 Second Avenue) or join remotely. Visit www.cityofferndale.org for meeting link and agenda.

Items on tonight's agenda:
CONSENT AGENDA
PRESENTATION: Susan Marks, Bellingham-Whatcom County Commission on Sexual & Domestic Violence
NOTICE OF INTENT TO ANNEX: Nubgaard Road
NOTICE OF INTENT TO ANNEX: Church Road
ORDINANCE: FMC 18.76 - Parking Code Amendments
PRESENTATION: State of Ferndale Public Works
REPORTS: Mayor, Council, Departments