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PUBLIC NOTICE-ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE

City of Ferndale Posted on October 23, 2024 by Kristene HallOctober 23, 2024

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on October 16, 2024 the City Council of the City of Ferndale adopted Ordinance 2024-01 “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FERNDALE AMENDING ZONING ORDINANCE 02-02 SECTION 6.05, DESIGN CONTROL COMBINING … Continue reading →

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

City of Ferndale Posted on October 23, 2024 by Kristene HallOctober 23, 2024

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AND NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY OF AND INTENT TO CERTIFY A FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Ferndale Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, at 6:00 pm … Continue reading →

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DRAINAGE COMMITTEE MEETING 10/03/2024

City of Ferndale Posted on September 26, 2024 by Kristene HallSeptember 26, 2024

The Ferndale Drainage Committee will hold its regular meeting on Thursday, October 3, 2024 at 2:30pm at City Hall, 834 Main Street, Ferndale. This is an in person meeting. Those wishing to comment should plan on attending the meeting. You … Continue reading →

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City Council Workshop 09/25/2024

City of Ferndale Posted on September 19, 2024 by Kristene HallSeptember 19, 2024

The City Council will have a workshop with the Humboldt County Resource Conservation Development on Wednesday, September 25, 2024 at 6:00pm at Ferndale City Hall, 834 Main St, Ferndale CA 95536. This is an in person meeting. Those wishing to … Continue reading →

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PLANNING COMMISSION VACANCY

City of Ferndale Posted on September 19, 2024 by Kristene HallSeptember 19, 2024

CITY OF FERNDALE PUBLIC NOTICE Planning Commission Vacancy Notice is hereby given that the Ferndale Planning Commission has a vacancy. The Commission’s regular meeting is on the 1st Wednesday of each month at 6:00pm. If interested, please submit an application … Continue reading →

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BARGAIN L:OVERS WEEKEND SEPT 20 – 22, 2024

City of Ferndale Posted on September 18, 2024 by Kristene HallDecember 16, 2024

Bargain Lovers’ Weekend Friday, September 20, 20249:00 AM Sunday, September 22, 202412:00 PM Ferndale, California’s town-wide garage sale is back! From Main Street to side streets, the entire Victorian Village takes part in this annual community yard sale the third … Continue reading →

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BERDING STREET CLOSURE FOR PAVING & ROAD RESURFACING 09/19-09/25

City of Ferndale Posted on September 17, 2024 by Kristene HallDecember 16, 2024

Mobley Construction DBA- MCI PO Box 451 Ferndale CA 95536 Road I Intersection Closure Paving and Road Resurfacing Date: 09/17/2024 Location: Berding St between at Washington St and at Brown St (including intersection). To Whom It May Concern: Mobley Construction … Continue reading →

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DRAINAGE MEETING CANCELLED

City of Ferndale Posted on September 3, 2024 by Kristene HallSeptember 3, 2024

The Drainage Committee Meeting scheduled for 9/05/24 at 2:30pm has been cancelled. The next meeting will be held on Thursday, Oct 3, 2024 at 2:30pm

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CITY COUNCIL/PLANNING COMMISSION JOINT STUDY SESSION 09/04/2024

City of Ferndale Posted on August 29, 2024 by Kristene HallAugust 29, 2024

The City Council and Planning Commission will hold a joint study session on Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at 5:00pm at City Hall, 834 Main St, Ferndale CA. The study session will review and discuss the General Plan Land Use and … Continue reading →

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CITY COUNCIL STUDY SESSION 06/19/2024

City of Ferndale Posted on June 13, 2024 by Kristene HallJune 13, 2024

The City Council will hold a study session on Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at 4:30pm at Ferndale City Hall, 834 Main St, Ferndale, CA to review and discuss the Ferndale 2024-25 FY Budget. This is an in person study session. … 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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