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Public Notices

  • 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  

  • 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

  • NOTICE INVITING BIDS FOR SURPLUS PROPERTY

    PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE INVITING BIDS FOR THE SALE OF SURPLUS PROPERTY.  The City of Ferndale will accept sealed bids for the property described below until 12:00 p.m. on September 16, 2026. 2010 Dodge Charger VIN 2B3CA4CDXAH302636 Fair MIN BID $800.00 Honda GC 160 Air Compressor Needs Tune Up Pow R Quip Air Compressor Mechanically Challenged John Deere Pressure Washer 2600 PSI Runs Intermittently Honda Pressure Washer GX 360 Mechanically Challenged Montgomery Ward Edger 3HP Needs Tune Up Dynapak Vibraplate 3.5HP Mechanically Challenged Robin Subaru Pressure Washer Mechanically Challenged Honda GX 160 2” Water Pump 5.5HP Needs Tune Up Pow R Quip Generator Mechanically Challenged Cub Cadet Riding Mower 48” Deck Mechanically Challenged (2) Commercial Ash Trays Used (2) 10X10 Commercial Roll Up Doors with Tracks New – Never Used 4’ x 8’ Utility Trailer Fair   Official Bid Forms can be picked up at City Hall, 834 Main Street, Ferndale or downloaded from the website at ci.ferndale.ca.us.  Bids must be submitted on the official form – Bid Form for Surplus Property Bids will be opened and declared at 1:00pm September 16, 2026, by the City Clerk at the Ferndale City Hall. Vehicle may be viewed at the Ferndale Police Station, 600 Berding Street, Ferndale. All other items may be viewed at the Ferndale Public Works Yard, 70 Francis Street, Ferndale on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8am – 9am or by appointment.

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  

  • 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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