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CITY HALL HOLIDAY HOURS

City of Ferndale Posted on December 4, 2025 by Kristene HallDecember 4, 2025

City hall will be open the following hours during the upcoming holiday. Please plan accordingly if you need to visit the City Hall office. City Hall Holiday Hours December 22nd —— 9:00am – 4:00pm December 23rd —— 9:00am – 4:00pm … Continue reading →

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CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING 12/3/2025

City of Ferndale Posted on December 1, 2025 by Kristene HallDecember 1, 2025

The Ferndale City Council will hold a special meeting on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, beginning at 3:45pm 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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PLANNING COMMISSION PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE 12/3/2025

City of Ferndale Posted on November 20, 2025 by Kristene HallDecember 1, 2025

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Ferndale Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on December 3, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at 834 Main Street, Ferndale, CA 95536 for the following item: 1. Approval of a proposed Lot Line Adjustment … Continue reading →

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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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Public Notices

  • CITY COUNCIL MEETING 10/21/2026

    The Ferndale City Council will hold its regular meeting on Wednesday, October 21, 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/

  • NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING – October 21, 2026

    NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Ferndale City Council will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at 6:00 p.m., at Ferndale City Hall, 834 Main Street, Ferndale, California, for the second reading and consideration of adoption of the following ordinances: ORDINANCE NO. 2026-04 – AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FERNDALE ADOPTING ADMINISTRATIVE CITATION PROCEDURES FOR VIOLATIONS OF CITY ORDINANCES ORDINANCE NO. 2026-05 – AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FERNDALE REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 05-06 AND ADOPTING UPDATED ANIMAL CONTROL REGULATIONS Interested persons are invited to attend the public hearing and provide comments regarding the proposed ordinances. Brenda Taylor City Clerk City of Ferndale

  • NOTICE INVITING BIDS – FIREMANS PARK BASKETBALL COURT RENOVATION & ADA IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT

    City of Ferndale (“City”) will accept sealed bids for its Firemans Park Basketball Court Renovation & ADA Improvements Project (“Project”), by or before Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., at Ferndale City Hall, 834 Main St., Ferndale CA 95536, at which time they will be transferred to the City Council Chambers where they will be publicly opened and read aloud by the City Engineer or his designated representative. Project Information: This project proposes to renovate the basketball court at Firemans Park in Ferndale, CA. The existing concrete basketball court is in a state of disrepair. It is proposed to remove the existing concrete and construct a new surface with asphalt paving. A new accessible parking space will be added near the court and provide an accessible path of travel to the court. For Complete details on the please click on the the link below: Bid Document Firemen’s Park Basketball Improvements ADDENDUM 1 BID OPENING SUMMARY

  • CITY COUNCIL MEETING 09/16/2026

    The Ferndale City Council will hold its regular meeting on Wednesday, September 16, 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/

  • PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING 09/02/2026

    The Ferndale Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting on Wednesday, September 7, 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 Commission prior to the meeting Regular Planning Commission 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/planning-commission/</a

News & Events

  • OES COMMUNITY MEETING ON FLOOD PREPAREDNESS – NOVEMBER 17, 2026

    The Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office of Emergency Services (OES), in partnership with the National Weather Service, PG&E, and other local, state, and regional agencies, will host community meetings focused on flood preparedness, evacuation readiness, and the County’s Know Your Zone program. The informational meetings are intended to help residents prepare for potential flooding and other winter storm-related emergencies. Attendees will learn about pre-flooding preparedness and safety, evacuation procedures, County alert and warning systems, evacuation zones, and ways to stay informed before and during an emergency. Representatives from the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office will participate alongside personnel from the National Weather Service, PG&E, Caltrans, Humboldt Community Organizations Active in Disaster, and other local and State agencies. Preparing before an emergency occurs can help residents respond more effectively and safely when conditions change. Humboldt County OES encourages community members to attend one of these meetings and take advantage of the information and resources available to help prepare for the upcoming winter season. If you are unable to attend in person, the meetings will also be streamed on Facebook live. Group 3 – Ferndale  Location: Ferndale City Hall, 834 Main Street, Ferndale, CA 95536  Date: November 17, 2026 Time: 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Humboldt County OES is also actively coordinating with Operational Area partners in preparation for the upcoming winter season. Preparedness efforts include reviewing emergency procedures, identifying resource needs and vulnerable areas, sharing information, and determining appropriate actions that can be taken before significant weather develops. OES is also preparing for a range of potential storm-related conditions and recognizes that impacts can evolve quickly. For additional emergency preparedness information and resources, visit the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office of Emergency Services preparedness webpage at Residents can also find preparedness information through Humboldtgov.org, Listos California and Ready.gov. For more information, please contact the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office at (707) 445-7251 or the Humboldt County Office of Emergency Services at (707) 268-2500.

  • NOTICE INVITING BIDS – FIREMANS PARK BASKETBALL COURT RENOVATION & ADA IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT

    City of Ferndale (“City”) will accept sealed bids for its Firemans Park Basketball Court Renovation & ADA Improvements Project (“Project”), by or before Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., at Ferndale City Hall, 834 Main St., Ferndale CA 95536, at which time they will be transferred to the City Council Chambers where they will be publicly opened and read aloud by the City Engineer or his designated representative. Project Information: This project proposes to renovate the basketball court at Firemans Park in Ferndale, CA. The existing concrete basketball court is in a state of disrepair. It is proposed to remove the existing concrete and construct a new surface with asphalt paving. A new accessible parking space will be added near the court and provide an accessible path of travel to the court. For Complete details on the please click on the the link below: Bid Document Firemen’s Park Basketball Improvements ADDENDUM 1 BID OPENING SUMMARY

  • Centerville Road Reconstruction Project

    PUBLIC NOTICE Coastal Commission Meeting – Centerville Beach Motorized Access The City of Ferndale encourages residents and community members to attend the upcoming California Coastal Commission meeting regarding the proposed Centerville Road Reconstruction Project. As a condition of approving the project, Coastal Commission staff are recommending that Humboldt County prohibit motorized vehicle access to Centerville Beach. Motorized access to this area has been a long-standing part of our local community and provides access for fishing, recreation, hunting, and other traditional uses of the beach. Community members who have concerns about the potential loss of motorized beach access are encouraged to attend the meeting and make their voices heard. California Coastal Commission Meeting Wednesday, September 9, 2026 Meeting begins at 9:00 a.m. Adorni Center – Eureka, California Public participation is important when decisions may affect long-standing access to our local coastline. We encourage residents to attend and provide their comments directly to the Coastal Commission. .

  • HARMONY PARK DEDICATION 08/23/2026
  • FREE TIRE RECYCLING PROGRAM, EUREKA TRANSFER STATION

    Good news! The Free Tire Recycling Program is starting June 1, 2026 at the Eureka Transfer Station.  This means Humboldt County residents and businesses can drop off up to 9 car to light-truck sized tires for free, per day – 40 max per month.  Tires on rims are ok too.   If you need to bring more than 9 tires at once, you’ll need to get a waiver from the Humboldt County Local Enforcement Agency before we can accept your tire delivery.   These tire sources are ineligible for this program: Registered tire haulers Tire retailers/wholesalers Businesses that install tires as their main business Illegal dump cleanups   This ends September 30, 2027 or when grant funds run out, whichever comes first.   Questions or concerns?  Please call 707-268-8680 or email programs@hwma.net

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