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CITY COUNCIL MEETING 10/15/2025

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

The Ferndale City Council will hold its regular meeting on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, 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 … 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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CITY COUNCIL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING 10/15/2025

City of Ferndale Posted on October 2, 2025 by Kristene HallOctober 2, 2025

CITY OF FERNDALE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING OF THE FERNDALE CITY COUNCIL NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Ferndale City Council will hold a public hearing and first reading on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at 6:00 pm at 834 Main … Continue reading →

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PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING 10/01/2025 CANCELLED

City of Ferndale Posted on September 29, 2025 by Kristene HallSeptember 29, 2025

The regular Planning Commission Meeting scheduled for October 1, 2025 has been cancelled. Please contact city hall if you have any questions at (707)786-4224. You may also email the city clerk at http://cityclerk@ci.ferndale.ca.us

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CITY COUNCIL STUDY SESSSION 09/17/2025

City of Ferndale Posted on September 11, 2025 by Kristene HallSeptember 11, 2025

The Ferndale City Council will hold a study session on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, beginning at 5:00pm at Ferndale City Hall, 834 Main Street, Ferndale. This is an in person meeting. Those wishing to comment of ask questions should plan … 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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CEQA NOTICE OF DETERMINATION-GROUP 1 ZONING AMENDMENTS

City of Ferndale Posted on August 26, 2025 by Kristene HallAugust 28, 2025

Please click the link below to view the City of Ferndale’s filing of Notice of Determination for the Group 1 Zoning Amendments. NOD Group 1 Zoning 8.25.25

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CITY COUNCIL CLOSED SESSION 07/28/2025

City of Ferndale Posted on July 25, 2025 by Kristene HallJuly 25, 2025

The Ferndale City Council will hold a Closed Session on Monday, July 28, 2025 beginning at 4:00pm at Ferndale City Hall, 834 Main Street, Ferndale. This is an in person meeting. Those wishing to comment should plan on attending. During … Continue reading →

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RUSS PARK COMMITTEE VACANCY NOTICE

City of Ferndale Posted on May 20, 2025 by Kristene HallMay 20, 2025

CITY OF FERNDALE PUBLIC NOTICE Russ Park Committee Vacancy Notice is hereby given that the Russ Park Committee has a vacancy. The Committee meets monthly on the 2nd Tuesday at 6:30pm. Letters of interest should be sent to PO Box … Continue reading →

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Drainage Committee Meeting 5/01/25

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

The Ferndale Drainage Committee will hold its regular meeting on Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 2:30pm in the City Hall Council Chambers at 834 Main Street, Ferndale. This is an in person meeting. Those wishing to comment should plan on … Continue reading →

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Public Notices

  • 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 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING CANCELLED

    The Ferndale Planning Commission Meeting scheduled for Wednesday, June 3, 2026 had been cancelled. The next meeting will be held on Wednesday, July 1, 2026 at 6:00pm.

  • 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/

  • CANCELLED – DRAINAGE COMMITTEE MEETING 05/07/2026

    The Ferndale Drainage Meeting scheduled for Thursday, May 7, 2026 had been cancelled. The next meeting will be held on Thursday June 4, 2026 at 2:30pm.

News & Events

  • 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.

  • SEVERE WEATHER ALERT 12/22/25-12/26/25 – FLOOD WATCH

    Coastal Del Norte-Del Norte Interior-Northern Humboldt Coast- Southwestern Humboldt-Northern Humboldt Interior-Southern Humboldt Interior-Northern Trinity-Southern Trinity-Mendocino Coast-Northwestern Mendocino Interior-Northeastern Mendocino Interior-Southwestern Mendocino Interior-Southeastern Mendocino Interior-Northern Lake-Southern Lake- 744 AM PST Mon Dec 22 2025 …FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THIS EVENING THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING… * WHAT…Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE…Del Norte County, Humboldt County, Trinity County, Mendocino County, and Lake County. * WHEN…From this evening through Friday evening. * IMPACTS…There will be an increased risk of rock and land slides along roadways. Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Area creeks and streams are running high and could flood with more heavy rain. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS… – Additional rounds of heavy rain are likely again starting tonight and continuing through Friday night. An additional 4-8 inches of total precipitation is possible through Friday. There will be breaks in the heavy precipitation, but heavy rain falling on already saturated ground will promote flooding impacts. Additional precipitation amounts of 4-8 inches are possible through Friday. – http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS… You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.

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