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RUSS PARK NEW TRAILHEAD RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONY 10/21/2025

City of Ferndale Posted on October 16, 2025 by Kristene HallOctober 16, 2025

There will be a ribbon cutting ceremony for Russ Park’s new trailhead opening on Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 3:00pm. The ceremony will take place at the Eugene Street entrance at the new “Berry Run” trail. Anyone is welcome to … Continue reading →

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NOTICE OF ROAD CONSTRUCTION 5th & A Street

City of Ferndale Posted on October 13, 2025 by Kristene HallOctober 13, 2025

PLEASE BE ADVISED…Road Construction is set to begin on Thursday, October 16, 2025 on the 5th & A Street Pedestrian and ADA Improvement Project. Tentative Construction Schedule: Demo corner ramps, Demo for Cross Corner Culvert 10/16/2025 – 10/17/2025 Dig out … Continue reading →

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MAIN STREET ROAD CLOSURE FOR FILMING

City of Ferndale Posted on October 13, 2025 by Kristene HallOctober 20, 2025

PLEASE BE ADVISED…due to filming activity on the 300 block of Main Street (Brown Street to Ocean Ave) is scheduled to be closed during the following dates and times: Monday, October 13, 2025 12:30pm-12:30am Wednesday, October 15, 2025 3:00pm – … Continue reading →

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PGE CARE/FERA PROGRAM INFORMATION AND APPLICATION

City of Ferndale Posted on October 9, 2025 by Kristene HallOctober 9, 2025

About CARE The California Alternate Rates for Energy (CARE) program is a monthly discount of 20 percent or more on gas and electricity. See if you qualify based on: Your income, or Your enrollment in one of the qualifying public … Continue reading →

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ARCHITECTURAL TOURS

City of Ferndale Posted on September 10, 2025 by Kristene HallSeptember 10, 2025

Taste & Stroll is an architectural and historical walking and tasting tour of Ferndale. Starting at the museum, tours will wind their way through downtown, led by a knowledgeable guide, with stops at selected locations for handpicked drinks and appetizers. … Continue reading →

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PET WASTE IN THE PARKS & WITHIN THE CITY

City of Ferndale Posted on April 29, 2025 by Kristene HallApril 29, 2025

Please be aware the City has received multiple complaints regarding pet owners not cleaning up after there dogs (or other animals) in the parks and around the city. Many of these complaints are from citizens that are not only trying … Continue reading →

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CALTRANS FERNBRIDGE SPECIFIC WEBSITE

City of Ferndale Posted on March 21, 2024 by Kristene HallMarch 21, 2024

Caltrans has established a website specific to Fernbridge. This will help our residents to access bridge repair and replacement updates. Click the link below to access the web page. https://dot.ca.gov/caltrans-near-me/district-1/d1-projects/ferndale-access

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CODE RED EMERGENCY ALERT SYSTEM

City of Ferndale Posted on December 19, 2023 by Kristene HallJanuary 19, 2024

Code Red Alert System is now available for Ferndale. Residents can sign up to be alerted by phone, email, text, mobile app, etc. for time sensitive emergency alerts and general city messages. We encourage our residents to sign up for … Continue reading →

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  • HIGHWAY 211 DELAYS SCHEDULED THRU JULY 17TH

    ROUTE 211 DELAYS BETWEEN U.S. 101 AND FERNDALE: One-way traffic control will continue today, June 23rd and Wednesday June 24th from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. for a paving and surfacing project from Van Ness Avenue to Singley Road. Motorists should anticipate delays of up to 20 minutes. Additional one-way controlled traffic will resume Monday June 29th – Wednesday July 1st with a break for the holiday weekend and resume Monday July 6th – Friday July 10th. Additional intermittent closures for striping will take place thru July 17th. Please remember to drive slow in construction areas and allow for extra travel time during these time periods.

  • FERNDALE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING CANCELLED

    The Ferndale Planning Commission Meeting scheduled for Wednesday, July 1, 2026 had been cancelled. The next meeting will be held on Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at 6:00pm.

  • CITY COUNCIL MEETING 06/17/2026

    The Ferndale City Council will hold its regular meeting on Thursday, June 17, 2026, beginning at 6:00pm at Ferndale City Hall, 834 Main Street, Ferndale. This is an in person meeting. Those wishing to comment of ask questions should plan on attending. Comments on agenda items may be submitted to the City Clerk by 12:00pm on the date of the scheduled meeting. Comments will be forwarded to the City Council prior to the meeting. There will also be a Study Session held prior to the meeting beginning at 5:00pm. The Study Session will review the Proposed 26-27FY Budget and if time permits, will also review City goals and priorities. Regular City Council meetings are recorded and a video of the meeting is available by request. Videos are downloaded to dropbox and a link to the video can be requested. A USB drive or Compact Disc is also available for a fee. Videos are generally available by the Monday following the meeting. The agenda and packet can be viewed and downloaded by clicking the link below. You may also contact City Hall and have the packet emailed. Packets can also be printed for a fee. https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/departments/city-council/

  • FERNDALE DRAINAGE COMMITTEE MEETING CANCELLED

    The Ferndale Drainage Meeting scheduled for Thursday, June 4, 2026 had been cancelled. The next meeting will be held on Thursday July 9, 2026 at 2:30pm.

  • CITY COUNCIL MEETING 5/20/2026

    The Ferndale City Council will hold its regular meeting on Thursday, May 20, 2026, beginning at 6:00pm at Ferndale City Hall, 834 Main Street, Ferndale. This is an in person meeting. Those wishing to comment of ask questions should plan on attending. Comments on agenda items may be submitted to the City Clerk by 12:00pm on the date of the scheduled meeting. Comments will be forwarded to the City Council prior to the meeting. Regular City Council meetings are recorded and a video of the meeting is available by request. Videos are downloaded to dropbox and a link to the video can be requested. A USB drive or Compact Disc is also available for a fee. Videos are generally available by the Monday following the meeting. The agenda and packet can be viewed and downloaded by clicking the link below. You may also contact City Hall and have the packet emailed. Packets can also be printed for a fee. https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/departments/city-council/

News & Events

  • HIGHWAY 211 DELAYS SCHEDULED THRU JULY 17TH

    ROUTE 211 DELAYS BETWEEN U.S. 101 AND FERNDALE: One-way traffic control will continue today, June 23rd and Wednesday June 24th from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. for a paving and surfacing project from Van Ness Avenue to Singley Road. Motorists should anticipate delays of up to 20 minutes. Additional one-way controlled traffic will resume Monday June 29th – Wednesday July 1st with a break for the holiday weekend and resume Monday July 6th – Friday July 10th. Additional intermittent closures for striping will take place thru July 17th. Please remember to drive slow in construction areas and allow for extra travel time during these time periods.

  • NIGHTTIME FERNBRIDGE DELAYS APRIL 30-MAY 1

    Heads up, Ferndale folks and Fernbridge users. Travelers using Fernbridge along Route 211 in Humboldt County should plan for nighttime delays later this week. From 4 p.m. Thursday, April 30, to 6 a.m. Friday, May 1, expect 15-minute delays while crews install changeable message sign structures as part of the seismic gates project.

  • FERNDALE ACCESS PROJCT MEETING 3/26/2026

    Caltrans District 1 will host a public scoping meeting for the proposed Ferndale Access Project on Thursday, March 26, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Ferndale City Hall, 834 Main St. The meeting will give community members a chance to learn about early project concepts and provide input as environmental studies begin. The project is exploring long-term options to maintain reliable access to the City of Ferndale, including a structurally resilient bridge that meets modern design standards and helps reduce the risk of damage from future seismic events. Fernbridge, built in 1911, is a historic landmark spanning the Eel River and serves as a vital connection between Ferndale, U.S. 101, and communities across the North Coast. Caltrans staff will be available at the meeting to answer questions and discuss the environmental review process. Comments may also be submitted online, by email, or by mail through April 17. Learn more at tinyurl.com/ferndalenop.

  • CITY OF FERNDALE EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY – CITY CLERK

    The City of Ferndale is now accepting application packets for the position of City Clerk. Application Packets can be downloaded under the Employment tab on the Ferndale City Website or click City Clerk Application Packet and be automatically taken to the packet. The City of Ferndale is an equal opportunity employer. Anyone interested in this position should complete the application packet by the first review period, March 12, 2026 at 4:00pm. If position is not filled after the first review period, a second review period will be announced and additional application packets will be taken.

  • SANDBAGS & SAND AVAILABLE

    Sand and Sandbags are available toward the end of Francis Street near the Francis Street Bridge. Please note that the city will not longer be able to constantly supply shovels due to excessive removal in the past. Shovels may or may not be available at the sand pile. We apologize for this inconvenience.

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