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# City of Ferndale

Official government site for the City of Ferndale, California

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## Posts

- [Public Notices, News & Events](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/documents/public-notices/)
- [CITY COUNCIL MEETING 7/15/26](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/city-council-meeting-7-15-26/) - The Ferndale City Council will hold its regular meeting on Wednesday, July 15, 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
- [5TH STREET VISION ZERO POP UP SAFETY DEMONSTRATION](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/5th-street-vision-zero-pop-up-safety-demonstration/) - FERNDALE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 5th Avenue Makeover: Help the city of Ferndale Test a Series of Traffic Calming Designs Ferndale —July 6, 2026 Come share your thoughts as the City of Ferndale reimagines road safety along 5th Street with temporary traffic-calming demonstrations. In collaboration with the Humboldt County Association of Governments (HCAOG), the city will install temporary speed humps, pavement markings, and striping along 5th Avenue between Arlington Street and A Street (see map). In addition,
- [NEW!! BACKYARD COMPOSTING PROGRAM](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/new-backyard-composting-program/) - Please go to our Backyard Composting Program Page for more information on how to obtain a new backyard composting bin. https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/documents/backyard-composting-rebate-program/
- [HIGHWAY 211 DELAYS SCHEDULED THRU JULY 17TH](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/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
- [FERNDALE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING CANCELLED](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/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](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/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
- [FERNDALE DRAINAGE COMMITTEE MEETING CANCELLED](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/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](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/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
- [CANCELLED - DRAINAGE COMMITTEE MEETING 05/07/2026](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/cancelled-drainage-committee-meeting/) - 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.
- [PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING 05/06/2026](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/planning-commission-meeting-05-06-2026/) - The Ferndale Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting on Wednesday, May 6, 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
- [NIGHTTIME FERNBRIDGE DELAYS APRIL 30-MAY 1](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/traffic-delays-on-fernbridge-4-24-2026/) - 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.
- [CITY COUNCIL MEETING 4-15-2026](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/city-council-meeting-4-15-2026/) - The Ferndale City Council will hold its regular meeting on Wednesday, April 15, 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
- [NOTICE OF PLANNING COMMISSION VACANCY](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/notice-of-planning-commission-vacancy-2/) - CITY OF FERNDALE PUBLIC NOTICE Planning Commission Vacancy Notice is hereby given that the Ferndale Planning Commission has a vacancy due to upcoming term expiration. The Commission’s regular meeting is on the 1st Wednesday of each month at 6:00pm. If interested, please submit an application or letter indicating why you are interested and your relevant
- [PUBLIC NOTICE-ANNUAL MILITARY EQUIPMENT REPORT ENGAGEMENT MEETING](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/public-notice-annual-military-equipment-report-engagement-meeting/) - CITY OF FERNDALE PUBLIC NOTICE MILITARY EQUIPMENT COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT MEETING AB-481 requires law enforcement agencies to submit to the City Council an annual military equipment report on the use of the equipment, any complaint(s) or concern(s) regarding the use of the equipment, results of any internal audits on the use of the equipment, the annual
- [PUBLIC HEARING - ORDINANCE 2026-03](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/public-hearing-ordinance-2026-03/) - NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Ferndale City Council will hold a public hearing on April 15, 2025, at 6:00pm for the Second Reading and adoption, by title only, of the following: Ordinance 2026-03, entitled as follows: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FERNDALE OF HUMBOLDT COUNTY, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING ORDINANCE 03-05
- [DRAINAGE COMMITTEE MEETING 04/02/2026](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/drainage-committee-meeting-04-02-2026/) - The Ferndale Drainage Committee will hold its regular meeting on Thursday, April 2, 2026 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 attending. To view the agenda, please click the link below: 260402-DrainagePacket
- [PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING 04/01/2026](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/planning-commission-meeting-04-01-2026/) - The Ferndale Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting on Wednesday, April 1, 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
- [FERNDALE ACCESS PROJCT MEETING 3/26/2026](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/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
- [CITY COUNCIL STUDY SESSION 3/18/2026](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/city-council-study-session-3-18-2026/) - The Ferndale City Council will hold a study session to review goals and priorities on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, 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 on attending. The agenda can be viewed and downloaded by
- [CITY COUNCIL MEETING 3/18/2026](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/city-council-meeting-3-18-2026/) - The Ferndale City Council will hold its regular meeting on Wednesday, March 18, 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
- [CANCELLED - FERNDALE DRAINAGE COMMITTEE MEETING 3/5/2026](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/cancelled-ferndale-drainage-committee-meeting-3-5-2026/) - The Ferndale Drainage Committee Meeting scheduled for Thursday, March 5, 2026 has been cancelled. The next meeting will be held on Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 2:30pm.
- [CANCELLED - FERNDALE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING 03/04/2026](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/cancelled-ferndale-planning-commission-meeting-03-04-2026/) - The Ferndale Planning Commission Meeting scheduled for Wednesday, March 4, 2026 has been cancelled. The next meeting will be held on Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 6:00pm.
- [CITY OF FERNDALE EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY - CITY CLERK](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/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
- [CITY COUNCIL MEETING 02/18/2026](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/city-council-meeting-02-18-2026/) - The Ferndale City Council will hold its regular meeting on Wednesday, February 18, 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
- [CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING 2/09/2026](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/city-council-special-meeting-2-09-2026/) - The Ferndale City Council will hold a special meeting on Monday, February 9, 2026, 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 on attending. Comments on agenda items may be submitted to the City Clerk by 12:00pm
- [Planning Commission Meeting Cancellation 2/4/2026](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/planning-commission-meeting-cancellation-2-4-2026/) - The Planning Commission Meeting scheduled for February 4, 2026 has been cancelled. The next Planning Commission Meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 6:00pm.
- [CITY COUNCIL MEETING 01/21/2026](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/city-councill-meeting-01-21-2026/) - The Ferndale City Council will hold its regular meeting on Wednesday, January 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
- [FERNDBRIDGE ONE LANE CLOSURE 1/13/2026](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/ferndbridge-one-lane-closure-1-13-2026/) - 211/FERNBRIDGE ALERT: A one-day lane closure on Fernbridge is scheduled for next week on Tuesday, January 13, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. This work is being done after one of the bridge’s crack sensors showed movement during recent flooding. While the bridge has been inspected and currently remains safe for travel, Caltrans survey crews
- [PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING 01/07/2026](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/planning-commission-meeting-01-07-2026/) - The Ferndale Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting on Wednesday, January 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
- [SANDBAGS & SAND AVAILABLE](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/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](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/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,
- [SEVERE WEATHER ALERT 12/23/25 - HIGH WINDS](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/severe-weather-alert-12-23-25-high-winds/) - Southwestern Humboldt-Southern Humboldt Interior- Including Shelter Cove, Whitethorn, Briceland, Ettersburg, Pepperwood, Benbow, Garberville, Shively, Kneeland, Petrolia, Alderpoint, Bridgeville, Bull Creek, Dinsmore, and Honeydew 204 PM PST Mon Dec 22 2025 ...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM TUESDAY TO 8 AM PST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Southeast winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to
- [NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING 01/07/2026](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/notice-of-public-hearing-01-07-2026/) - NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING OF THE FERNDALE PLANNING COMMISSION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Ferndale Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at 6:00 pm at Ferndale City Hall, 834 Main Street, Ferndale, California. The Planning Commission will consider a recommendation to the Ferndale City Council to adopt amendments
- [FLOODING AT 211](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/flooding-at-211/) - SR 211 [IN THE NORTHERN CALIFORNIA AREA] 1-way controlled traffic from 2.5 mi south to 0.6 mi south of the Jct of US 101 (Humboldt Co) - Due to flooding Caltrans is escorting vehicles over the bridge. Please allow extra time. Expect 10-15 minute delays.
- [CITY COUNCIL MEETING 12/17/2025](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/city-council-meeting-12-17-2025/) - The Ferndale City Council will hold its regular meeting on Wednesday, December 17, 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 on attending. Comments on agenda items may be submitted to the City Clerk by 12:00pm
- [CHRISTMAS TIME IN FERNDALE](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/christmas-time-in-ferndale/) - There are many events in Ferndale throughout the year. We are proud to have such a dedicated Chamber of Commerce and especially lucky to be home to the Humboldt County Fairgrounds. December is a unique and beautiful time to visit Ferndale. There are many special events to enjoy and it is an absolute beautiful display
- [CITY HALL HOLIDAY HOURS](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/city-hall-holiday-hours/) - 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 Christmas Eve ------ CLOSED Christmas Day ------ CLOSED December 26th ------ CLOSED December 29th ------
- [PLANNING COMMISSION PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE 12/3/2025](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/planning-commission-public-hearing-notice-12-4-2025/) - 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 (LLA) to adjust the property lines between two existing adjoining parcels. The LLA proposes to
- [CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING 12/3/2025](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/city-council-special-meeting-12-3-2025/) - 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 on attending. Comments on agenda items may be submitted to the City Clerk by 12:00pm
- [DRAINAGE COMMITTEE MEETING 12/04/2025](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/drainage-committee-meeting-12-04-2025/) - The Ferndale Drainage Committee will hold its regular meeting on Thursday, December 4, 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 attending. To view the agenda, please click the link below: 251204-DrainagePacket
- [PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING 12/03/2025](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/planning-commission-meeting-12-03-2025/) - The Ferndale Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting on Wednesday, December 3, 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 on attending. Comments on agenda items may be submitted to the City Clerk by 12:00pm
- [City Council Special Meeting 11/18/2025](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/city-council-special-meeting-11-18-2025/) - The City Council will hold a Special Meeting on Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 6:00pm. This meeting will be to honor the retirement of City Manager Jay Parrish. This is an in person meeting. Those wishing to comment should plan on attending.
- [CITY COUNCIL MEETING 11/19/2025](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/city-council-meeting-11-19-2025/) - The Ferndale City Council will hold its regular meeting on Wednesday, November 19, 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 on attending. Comments on agenda items may be submitted to the City Clerk by 12:00pm
- [DRAINAGE COMMITTEE MEETING CANCELLED 11/06/2025](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/drainage-committee-meeting-cancelled-11-06-2025/) - The Drainage Committee Meeting scheduled for Thursday, November 6, 2025 has been cancelled. The next meeting will be held on Thursday, December 4, 2025 at 2:30pm.
- [PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING CANCELLED 11/05/2025](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/planning-commission-meeting-cancelled-11-05-2025/) - The Planning Commission Meeting scheduled for November 5, 2025 has been cancelled. The next meeting will be held on Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at 6:00pm.
- [PRESS RELEASE 11/4/2025](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/press-release-11-4-2025/) - City of Ferndale to Honor City Manager Jay Parrish Upon His Retirement Special City Council Meeting Scheduled for November 18, 2025 FERNDALE, CA — November 4, 2025 — The City of Ferndale will hold a special meeting of the City Council on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. in the Ferndale City Hall Council
- [CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING 10/27/2025](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/city-council-special-meeting-10-27-2025/) - The Ferndale City Council will hold a special meeting on Monday, October 27, 2025, beginning at 3:15pm 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
- [MAIN STREET ROAD CLOSURE FOR FILMING](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/main-street-road-closure-for-filming/) - 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 - 12:30am Thursday, October 16, 2025 6:00pm - 6:00am Monday, October 20, 2025 5:30pm - 4:00am
- [RUSS PARK NEW TRAILHEAD RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONY 10/21/2025](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/russ-park-new-trailhead-ribbon-cutting-ceremony-10-21-2025/) - 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 attend this ceremony. Parking is limited so please carpool if possible. Also, please watch for
- [NOTICE OF ROAD CONSTRUCTION 5th & A Street](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/notice-of-construction-5th-a-street/) - 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 A St & place base 10/17/2025 Set-up & Pour back corner ramps and Cross Corner
- [CITY COUNCIL MEETING 10/15/2025](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/city-council-meeting-10-15-2025/) - 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 on attending. Comments on agenda items may be submitted to the City Clerk by 12:00pm
- [PGE CARE/FERA PROGRAM INFORMATION AND APPLICATION](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/pge-care-fera-program-information-and-application/) - 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 assistance programs important notice Note: CARE and FERA share one application. If you do not
- [CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC NOTICE for 10/15/2025](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/city-council-public-notice-for-10-15-2025/) - NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that at the October 15, 2025 City Council Meeting beginning at 6:00PM, the city council will be reviewing the Introduction and First Reading of Ordinance 2025-05 "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FERNDALE AMENDING ORDINANCE 295 SECTIONS 1, 5, 6, AND 9, NAMING THE COUNTY OF HUMBOLDT
- [CITY COUNCIL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING 10/15/2025](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/city-council-notice-of-public-hearing-10-15-2025/) - 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 Street, Ferndale, California, to consider the Planning Commission’s recommendation to adopt amendments to the Zoning
- [DRAINAGE COMMITTEE MEETING 10/02/2025 CANCELLED](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/drainage-meeting-10-02-2025-cancelled/) - The Ferndale Drainage Committee has cancelled their meeting scheduled for October 2, 2025 at 2:30pm. The next Drainage Meeting is scheduled for November 6, 2025 at 2:30pm.
- [PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING 10/01/2025 CANCELLED](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/planning-commission-meeting-10-01-2025-cancelled/) - 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
- [CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING 09/23/2025](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/city-council-special-meeting-09-23-2025/) - The Ferndale City Council will hold a special meeting on Tuesday, September 23, 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 on attending. Comments on agenda items may be submitted to the City Clerk by 12:00pm
- [CITY COUNCIL MEETING 09/17/2025](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/city-council-meeting-09-17-2025/) - The Ferndale City Council will hold its regular meeting on Wednesday, September 17, 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 on attending. Comments on agenda items may be submitted to the City Clerk by 12:00pm
- [CITY COUNCIL STUDY SESSSION 09/17/2025](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/city-council-study-sesssion/) - 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 on attending. Study Sessions are not recorded. The agenda and packet can be viewed and
- [ARCHITECTURAL TOURS](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/architectural-tours/) - 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. This tour is perfect for lovers of architecture, history, and elevated tastings. This year's tours
- [Drainage Committee Meeting 09/04/2025](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/drainage-committee-meeting-09-04-2025/) - The Ferndale Drainage Committee will hold its regular meeting on Thursday, September 4, 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 attending. To view the agenda, please click the link below: 250903-DrainagePacket
- [CEQA NOTICE OF DETERMINATION-GROUP 1 ZONING AMENDMENTS](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/ceqa-notice-of-determination-group-1-zoning-amendments/) - 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
- [PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING 09/03/2025](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/planning-commission-meeting-09-03-2025/) - The Ferndale Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting on Wednesday, September 3, 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 on attending. Comments on agenda items may be submitted to the City Clerk by 12:00pm
- [CITY COUNCIL MEETING 08/20/2025](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/city-council-meeting-08-20-2025/) - The Ferndale City Council will hold its regular meeting on Wednesday, August 20, 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 on attending. Comments on agenda items may be submitted to the City Clerk by 12:00pm
- [CITY COUNCIL CLOSED SESSION 08/18/2025](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/city-council-closed-session-08-18-2025/) - The Ferndale City Council will hold a Special Closed Session Meeting on Monday, August 18, 2025, beginning at 3:45pm at Ferndale City Hall, 834 Main Street, Ferndale. This is an in person meeting. The Special Meeting will contain a Closed Session agenda. The public may comment on closed session items, however, will asked to leave
- [PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING 8/6/2025](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/planning-commission-meeting-8-6-2025/) - The Ferndale Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting on Wednesday, August 6, 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 on attending. Comments on agenda items may be submitted to the City Clerk by 12:00pm
- [BID DETAILS - 5th & Ast](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/bid-details-5th-ast/) - Please find attached a detailed bid breakdown of all contractors that submitted a bid. At this time RAO Construction has submitted the low bid for the project. City staff will meet within the next week to make a decision on awarding the contract. On behalf of the City of Ferndale I want to Thank you
- [CITY COUNCIL CLOSED SESSION 07/28/2025](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/city-council-closed-session-07-28-2025/) - 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 Closed Session Discussions, the public will be asked to step out. If any action is
- [PLANNING COMMISSION PUBLIC HEARING 08/06/2025](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/planning-commission-public-hearing-08-06-2025/) - CITY OF FERNDALE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING OF THE FERNDALE PLANNING COMMISSION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Ferndale Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, at 6:00 pm at 834 Main Street, Ferndale, California, to consider a recommendation to adopt amendments to the Zoning and Subdivision Ordinances. The purpose
- [CITY COUNCIL MEETING 07/16/2025](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/city-council-meeting-07-16-2025/) - The Ferndale City Council will hold its regular meeting on Wednesday, July 16, 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 on attending. Comments on agenda items may be submitted to the City Clerk by 12:00pm
- [CITY COUNCIL STUDY SESSION 07/14/2025](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/city-council-study-session-07-14-2025/) - The Ferndale City Council will hold a Study Session on Monday, July 14, 2025 at 3:45pm to discuss and review Goals and Priorities. This is a public meeting. Those who wish to comment should plan on attending. Please click the link below to view the agenda. 250609-CouncilPacket
- [DRAINAGE COMMITEE MEETING 07/10/2025](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/drainage-commitee-meeting-07-10-2025/) - 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 attending. To view the agenda, please click the link below: 250710-DrainagePacket
- [PLANNING COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING 07/01/2025](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/planning-commission-special-meeting-07-01-2025/) - The Ferndale Planning Commission will hold a Special Meeting on Tuesday, July 1, 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 on attending. Comments on agenda items may be submitted to the City Clerk by 12:00pm
- [PUBLIC NOTICE - ANNUAL FRANCIS CREEK CLEANUP & ANNUAL CURB & GUTTER CLEANUP](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/public-notice-annual-francis-creek-cleanup-annual-curb-gutter-cleanup/) - PUBLIC NOTICE: ANNUAL CREEK & DRAINAGE EASEMENT CLEANOUT Property owners adjacent to Francis Creek and those with drainage easements are reminded that under Ordinance 2015-01 dated 7/16/2015, every property owner adjacent to Francis Creek and every property owner with a drainage easement is responsible for keeping the drainage easement and Francis Creek free of debris,
- [CITY COUNCIL MEETING & STUDY SESSION 06/18/2024](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/city-council-meeting-study-session-06-18-2024/) - The Ferndale City Council will hold its regular meeting on Wednesday, June 18, 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 on attending. Comments on agenda items may be submitted to the City Clerk by 12:00pm
- [**UPDATE**CANCELLED - CITY COUNCIL STUDY SESSION 06/09/2025](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/city-council-study-session-06-09-2025/) - The Ferndale City Council will hold a Study Session on Monday, June 9, 2025 at 3:45pm to discuss and review Goals and Priorities. This is a public meeting. Those who wish to comment should plan on attending. Please click the link below to view the agenda. 250609-CouncilPacket
- [PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING 06/04/2025](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/planning-commission-meeting/) - The Ferndale Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting on Wednesday, June 4, 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 on attending. Comments on agenda items may be submitted to the City Clerk by 12:00pm
- [MILITARY EQUIPMENT COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT MEETING 06/09/2025](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/military-equipment-community-engagement-meeting-05-06-2024/) - AB-481 requires law enforcement agencies to submit to the City Council an annual military equipment report on the use of the equipment, any complaint(s) or concern(s) regarding the use of the equipment, results of any internal audits on the use of the equipment, the annual costs for the equipment, the quantity possessed by the agency
- [RUSS PARK COMMITTEE VACANCY NOTICE](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/russ-park-committee-vacancy-notice/) - 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 1095, Ferndale, CA 95536 or emailed to cityclerk@ci.ferndale.ca.us by noon on Wednesday, June 4, 2025.
- [CITY COUNCIL MEETING 5/21/2025](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/2407-2/) - The Ferndale City Council will hold its regular meeting on Wednesday, May 21, 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 on attending. Comments on agenda items may be submitted to the City Clerk by 12:00pm
- [PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING 5/7/2025](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/planning-commission-meeting-5-7-2025/) - The Ferndale Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting on Wednesday, May 7, 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 on attending. Comments on agenda items may be submitted to the City Clerk by 12:00pm
- [PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE -PLANNING COMMISSION 05/07/2025](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/public-hearing-notice-planning-commission/) - NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Ferndale Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at 6:00 pm at 834 Main Street, Ferndale, California, to consider a recommendation to adopt amendments to the Ferndale Zoning Map and Ferndale Zoning Ordinance. This is the first group of zoning amendments in a planned
- [PET WASTE IN THE PARKS & WITHIN THE CITY](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/pet-waste-in-the-parks-within-the-city/) - 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 to enjoy the Park and other settings in the beautiful city of Ferndale, but there
- [Drainage Committee Meeting 5/01/25](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/drainage-committee-meeting-5-01-25/) - 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 attending. To view the agenda, please click the link below: 250501-DrainagePacket
- [CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING 04/28/2025](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/city-council-special-meeting-04-28-2025/) - The Ferndale City Council will hold a special meeting on Monday, April 28, 2025 beginning at 4:00pm 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
- [CITY COUNCIL MEETING 4/16/2025](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/city-council-meeting-4-16-2025/) - The Ferndale City Council will hold its regular meeting on Wednesday, April 16, 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 on attending. Comments on agenda items may be submitted to the City Clerk by 12:00pm
- [4/3/2025 DRAINAGE MEETING CANCELLED](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/4-2-2025-drainage-meeting-cancelled/) - The Ferndale Drainage Meeting scheduled for April 3, 2025 has been cancelled. The next meeting will be held on Thursday May 1, 2025 at 2:30pm.
- [PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING 4/2/2025](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/planning-commission-meeting-4-2-2025/) - The Ferndale Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting on Wednesday, April 2, 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 on attending. Comments on agenda items may be submitted to the City Clerk by 12:00pm
- [HUMBOLDT COUNTY HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN SURVEY](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/humboldt-county-hazard-mitigation-plan-survey/) - Humboldt County is updating its Hazard Mitigation Plan to ensure continued eligibility for federal grants that help protect the community. Hazard Mitigation involves sustained actions designed to reduce or eliminate the long term risks to human life and property from natural hazards. We are inviting residents and stakeholders to provide feedback that will help shape
- [Local Responsibility Area (LRA) and Fire-Hazard Severity Map for Ferndale Now Available](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/local-responsibility-area-lra-and-fire-hazard-severity-map-for-ferndale-now-available/) - The City of Ferndale wants to make residents and property owners aware of and invite feedback on new Fire-Hazard Severity Maps covering the City of Ferndale. The new maps, released last month by the California State Fire Marshal, cover areas under the jurisdiction of all local fire departments (called Local Responsibility Areas, or LRAs), and
- [CITY COUNCIL MEETING 03/19/2025](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/city-council-meeting-03-19-2025/) - The Ferndale City Council will hold its regular meeting on Wednesday, March 19, 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 on attending. Comments on agenda items may be submitted to the City Clerk by 12:00pm
- [Planning Commission Meeting CANCELLED](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/planning-commission-meeting-cancelled-3/) - The Planning Commission Meeting scheduled for 03/05/2025 has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for 04/02/2025 at 6:00pm. If you have any questions or concerns, please call City Hall at (707)786-4224 or email the city clerk at cityclerk@ci.ferndale.ca.us.
- [CITY COUNCIL MEETING 2/19/2025](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/city-council-meeting-2-19-2025/) - The Ferndale City Council will hold its regular meeting on Wednesday, February 19, 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 on attending. There will also be a Closed Session held prior to the regular meeting.
- [Drainage Committee Meeting 02/06/2025](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/drainage-committee-meeting-02-06-2025/) - The Ferndale Drainage Committee will hold its regular meeting on Thursday, February 6, 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 attending. To view the agenda, please click the link below: 250206-DrainagePacket
- [PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING CANCELLED](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/planning-commission-meeting-cancelled-2/) - The regular Planning Commission Meeting scheduled for Wednesday, February 5, 2025 has been cancelled. The next Planning Commission Meeting will be held on Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at 6:00pm.
- [CITY COUNCIL STUDY SESSION 1/29/2025](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/city-council-study-session-1-29-2025/) - The Ferndale City Council will hold a study session on Wednesday, January 29, 2025 ay 4:00 pm to review and discuss universal solid waster pickup in city limits. The public is invited to attend. This is an in person meeting. Those wishing to comment should plan on attending The agenda and packet can be viewed
- [CITY COUNCIL MEETING 1/15/2025](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/city-council-meeting-1-15-2025/) - The Ferndale City Council will hold its regular meeting on Wednesday, January 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 on attending. City Council meetings are recorded and a video of the meeting is available
- [PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING 01/08/2025](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/planning-commission-meeting-01-08-2025/) - The Ferndale Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting on Wednesday, January 8, 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 on attending. Comments can also be forwarded to the City Clerk before Noon the day
- [NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING - PLANNING COMMISSION 01/08/2025](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/notice-of-public-hearing-planning-commission-01-08-2025/) - PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Ferndale Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on January 8, 2025, at 6:00pm at 834 Main Street, Ferndale, CA 95536 for the following item: 1. Proposed Lot Line Adjustment (LLA) to add approximately 4,030 square feet of undeveloped area from the Detlefsen parcel to the Cory
- [BARGAIN L:OVERS WEEKEND SEPT 20 - 22, 2024](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/bargain-lovers-weekend-sept-20-22-2024/) - 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 weekend in September. More than 100 different locations will offer everything from antiques and collectibles
- [FERNDALE BUSINESS & DOG LICENSE RENEWALS](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/ferndale-business-dog-license-renewals/) - Ferndale Business and Dog Licenses renew on July 1st. Reminder Postcards start going out this week. Fees are due and payable by July 31, 2024. If you would prefer to have your notices emailed, please email the city clerk at cityclerk@ci.ferndale.ca.us. You may mail in your payment to City of Ferndale. POB 1095, Ferndale, CA
- [BERDING STREET CLOSURE FOR PAVING & ROAD RESURFACING 09/19-09/25](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/berding-street-closure-for-paving-road-resurfacing/) - 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 "MCI" will be working on the anticipated days of September 19th thru September 25th. Crews
- [CALTRANS PUBLIC MEETING FOR FERNBRIDGE 12/11/2024](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/caltrans-public-meeting-for-fernbridge-12-11-2024/) - Caltrans will host a public meeting to discuss the future of access to Ferndale on Route 211. Wednesday, Dec. 11 5:30 to 7 p.m. Ferndale City Hall 834 Main St., Ferndale
- [CITY COUNCIL MEETING 12/18/2024](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/city-council-meeting-12-18-2024/) - The Ferndale City Council will hold its regular meeting on Wednesday, December 18, 2024 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. The zoom option has been discontinued, however, City Council meetings are recorded and
- [DRAINAGE MEETING CANCELLED 12/05/2024](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/drainage-meeting-cancelled-12-05-2024/) - The Ferndale Drainage Meeting is cancelled due to the major earthquake that struck today. Sorry for the inconvenience.
- [DRAINAGE COMMITTEE MEETING 12/05/2024](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/drainage-committee-meeting-11-07-2024/) - The Ferndale Drainage Committee will hold its regular meeting on Thursday, December 5, 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. Please click HERE to view the agenda.
- [SANDBAGS AVAILABLE](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/sandbags-available/) - Sand and sandbags are available down at the Francis St Footbridge. Shovels are also provided. If you have any questions please call City Hall (707)786-4224.
- [Potential Major Flooding for Eel River at Fernbridge](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/potential-major-flooding-for-eel-river-at-fernbridge/) - The National Weather Service in Eureka has issued a Flood Warning for the Eel River at Fernbride. Forecast...The river is expected to rise above flood stage this evening to a crest of 25.3 feet early tomorrow afternoon. It will then fall below flood stage late Saturday morning. - Flood stage is 20.0 feet. - Flood
- [NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING - PLANNING COMMISSION](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/notice-of-public-hearing-planning-commission/) - PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Ferndale Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on December 4, 2024, at 6:00pm at 834 Main Street, Ferndale, CA 95536 for the following item: 1. Proposed Lot Line Adjustment (LLA) to change the property line between two parcels located at 455 Main Street (APN 031-085-008) and
- [PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING 12/04/2024](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/planning-commission-meeting-12-04-2024/) - The Ferndale Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting on Wednesday, December 6, 2024 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 can also be forwarded to the City Clerk before Noon the day
- [CITY COUNCIL MEETING 11/20/2024](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/city-council-meeting-11-20-2024/) - The Ferndale City Council will hold its regular meeting on Wednesday, November 20, 2024 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. There is a Zoom option FOR VIEWING ONLY. Those attending via zoom will
- [NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING - CERTIFY PEIR](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/notice-of-public-hearing-certify-peir/) - NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Ferndale City Council will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, at 6:00 pm at 834 Main Street, Ferndale, California, to consider a recommendation to certify a Program Environmental Impact Report (PEIR) (State Clearinghouse #2023020217); and to consider the Planning Commission’s recommendation to adopt the Ferndale General
- [PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING 11/06/2024](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/planning-commission-meeting-11-06-2024/) - The Ferndale Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting on Wednesday, November 6, 2024 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 can also be forwarded to the City Clerk before Noon the day
- [PUBLIC NOTICE-ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/public-notice-adoption-of-ordinance/) - 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 OR D-ZONE”, by title only, by the following vote: Ayes: Cady, Lund, Fisk-Becker, Jorgensen, Ostler.
- [NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/notice-of-public-hearing-2/) - 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 at 834 Main Street, Ferndale, California, to consider a recommendation to certify a Program Environmental
- [CITY COUNCIL MEETING 10/16/2024](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/city-council-meeting-10-16-2024/) - The Ferndale City Council will hold its regular meeting on Wednesday, October 16, 2024 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. There is a Zoom option FOR VIEWING ONLY. Those attending via zoom will
- [DRAINAGE COMMITTEE MEETING 10/03/2024](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/drainage-committee-meeting-10-03-2024/) - 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 can view the packet by clicking HERE
- [PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING CANCELLED](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/planning-commission-meeting-cancelled/) - The Regular Meeting of the Ferndale Planning Commission scheduled for 10.02.204 has been cancelled. The next meeting will be held on Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at 6:00pm.
- [DESIGN REVIEW MEETING CANCELLED](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/design-review-meeting-cancelled-2/) - The Design Review Meeting scheduled for September 26, 2024 has been cancelled. The next meeting will be scheduled for Thursday, October 24, 2024.
- [City Council Workshop 09/25/2024](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/city-council-workshop-09-25-2024/) - 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 provide input should plan on attending the meeting. The agenda and packet can be viewed
- [PLANNING COMMISSION VACANCY](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/planning-commission-vacancy/) - 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 or letter indicating why you are interested and your relevant experience or qualifications by 12:00pm
- [CITY COUNCIL MEETING 9/18/2024](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/city-council-meeting-9-18-2024/) - The Ferndale City Council will hold its regular meeting on Wednesday, September 18, 2024 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. There is a Zoom option FOR VIEWING ONLY. Those attending via zoom will
- [NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/notice-of-public-hearing/) - NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Wednesday, September 18, 2024, at 6:00 p.m., the City Council of the City Ferndale will hold a public hearing and introduce an Ordinance to amend Section 6.05 “Design Control Combining or -D Zone” of the Ferndale Zoning Ordinance. The public hearing will be held at
- [DRAINAGE MEETING CANCELLED](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/drainage-meeting-cancelled/) - 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
- [CITY COUNCIL/PLANNING COMMISSION JOINT STUDY SESSION 09/04/2024](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/city-council-planning-commission-joint-study-session-09-04-2024/) - 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 Safety Element Environmental Report. The public is welcome to attend. Comments may also be sent
- [NOTICE OF AVAILABLILITY AND 45-DAY COMMENT PERIOD FOR A DRAFT PROGRAM and NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/notice-of-availablility-and-45-day-comment-period-for-a-draft-program-and-notice-of-public-meeting/) - Notice of Availability of Draft Program EIR and Public Meeting Draft Program Environmental Impact Report Notice is hereby given that the City of Ferndale as Lead Agency under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), has prepared for public review a draft program environmental impact report (Draft PEIR) (State Clearinghouse # 2023020217) that evaluates the environmental
- [NOTICE OF ELECTION](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/notice-of-election/) - NOTICE OF MUNICIPAL ELECTION Notice is hereby given that a general municipal election will be held in the City of Ferndale on Tuesday, the 5th day of November, 2024, for the following officers: Ferndale City Council Number to be elected: Two (2) Length of Term: Full Term for Four (4) years Mayor, City of Ferndale
- [PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING 08/07/2024](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/planning-commission-meeting-08-07-2024/) - The Ferndale Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting on Wednesday, August 7, 2024 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 can also be forwarded to the City Clerk before Noon the day
- [NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING-PLANNING COMMISSION 8/7/2024](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/notice-of-public-hearing-planning-commission-8-7-2024/) - NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Ferndale Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, August 7, 2024, at 6:00 p.m., at 834 Main Street, Ferndale, California, for the following item: Amendments to the Ferndale Zoning Ordinance, Section 6.05 Design Control Combining or -D Zone. The proposed amendments
- [DESIGN REVIEW MEETING 7/25/24](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/design-review-meeting-7-25-24/) - The Design Review Committee will hold its regular meeting on Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 8:30am at Ferndale City Hall, 834 Main Street, Ferndale. This is an in person meeting only. Those wishing to comment or ask questions should plan on attending. The Agenda Packet can be viewed and downloaded by going to the website
- [CITY COUNCIL MEETING 7/17/2024](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/city-council-meeting-7-17-2024/) - The Ferndale City Council will hold its regular meeting on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 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. There is a Zoom option FOR VIEWING ONLY. Those attending via zoom will
- [DESIGN REVIEW MEETING CANCELLED](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/design-review-meeting-cancelled/) - The Design Review Meeting scheduled for June 27, 2024 at 8:30am has been cancelled. The next meeting will be held on Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 8:30am. If you have any questions please feel free to contact City Hall at (707)786-4224.
- [CEQA Notice of Exemption for Berding Street Repairs](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/ceqa-notice-of-exemption-for-berding-street-repairs/) - A Notice of Exemption (NOE) has been prepared for the Berding Street Improvement Project. The NOE has been submitted and posted with the CEQASubmit and also has been filed with the Humboldt County Clerk. Please click the link below to review the NOE. NOE 6.18.24 Berding Street repair, etc.
- [CITY COUNCIL CLOSED SESSION 06/19/2024](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/city-council-closed-session/) - The Ferndale City Council will hold a Closed Session on Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at 5:00pm at 834 Main Street, Ferndale, Ca 95536. This is an in person meeting. Public may comment on the agenda items listed, but will not admitted into closed session discussions. The Regular Meeting will immediately follow the Closed Session. The
- [CITY COUNCIL STUDY SESSION 06/19/2024](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/city-council-study-session-06-19-2024/) - 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. Those wishing to ask questions will need to be present. Click the link below to
- [CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING 06/19/2024](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/city-council-regular-meeting-06-19-2024/) - The Ferndale City Council will hold its regular meeting on Wednesday, June 19, 2024 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. There is a Zoom option FOR VIEWING ONLY. Those attending via zoom will
- [DRAINAGE COMMITTEE MEETING 06/06/2024](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/drainage-committee-meeting-06-06-2024/) - The Ferndale Drainage Committee will hold its Regular Meeting on Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 2:30am at Ferndale City Hall, 834 Main Street, Ferndale. This is an in person meeting only. Those wishing to comment or ask questions should plan on attending. The Agenda Packet can be viewed and downloaded by clicking on the link
- [PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING 6/5/24](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/planning-commission-meeting-6-5-24/) - The Ferndale Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting on Wednesday, June 5, 2024 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 can also be forwarded to the City Clerk before Noon the day
- [NOTICE INVITING BIDS FOR FIREMAN'S PARK IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/notice-inviting-bids-for-firemans-park-improvements-project/) - The City of Ferndale is soliciting bids for the ‘Fireman's Park Improvement Project'. Work shall consist of constructing a BBQ Pavilion and a new concrete walkway adjacent to the playground area. The City of Ferndale will accept sealed bids for Project by or before Tuesday, June 11, 2024, at 2:00 p.m., at Ferndale City Hall,
- [DRAINAGE COMMITTEE MEETING FOR 5/2/2024 CANCELLED](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/drainage-committee-meeting-5-2-24/) - The Ferndale Drainage Committee has cancelled their meeting for Thursday, May 2, 2024. The next Regular Meeting will be held on June 4, 2024 at 2:30pm at Ferndale City Hall, 834 Main Street, Ferndale.
- [PLANNING COMMISSION VACANCY NOTICE](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/planning-commission-vacancy-notice/) - 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 or letter indicating why you are interested and your relevant experience or qualifications by 12:00pm
- [PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING FOR 5/1/2024 CANCELLED](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/planning-commission-meeting-for-5-1-2024-cancelled/) - The Ferndale Planning Commission has cancelled their regular meeting scheduled for May 1, 2024. The next Regular Planning Commission Meeting will be held on June 5, 2024 at 6:00pm. Please contact City Hall for any questions or concerns at (707)786-4224.
- [CITY COUNCIL CLOSED SESSION 02/12/2024](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/city-council-closed-session-02-12-2024/) - The Ferndale City Council will hold a closed session on Monday, February 12, 2024 at 3:30pm at City Hall, 834 Main Street, Ferndale, CA 95536. Public may attend, however, will not be allowed in the hall during closed session discussion. The next Regular Meeting of the City Council will be held on Wednesday, February 21,
- [DESIGN REVIEW MEETING 02/22/2024](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/design-review-meeting-02-22-2024/) - The Design Review Committee will hold its regular meeting on Thursday, February 22, 2024 at 8:30am at Ferndale City Hall, 834 Main Street, Ferndale. This is an in person meeting only. Those wishing to comment or ask questions should plan on attending. The Agenda Packet can be viewed and downloaded by going to the website
- [CITY COUNCIL MEETING 02/21/2024](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/city-council-meeting-02-21-2024/) - The Ferndale City Council will hold its regular meeting on Wednesday, February 21, 2024 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. There is a Zoom option FOR VIEWING ONLY. Those attending via zoom will
- [CITY COUNCIL CLOSED SESSION 2/26/2024](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/city-council-closed-session-2-26-2024/) - The Ferndale City Council will hold a closed session on Monday, February 26, 2024 at 2:00pm at City Hall, 834 Main Street, Ferndale, CA 95536. Public may attend, however, will not be allowed in the hall during closed session discussion. The next Regular Meeting of the City Council will be held on Wednesday, February 21,
- [PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING 03/06/2024](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/1967-2/) - The Ferndale Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting on Wednesday, March 06, 2024 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 can also be forwarded to the City Clerk before Noon the day
- [CITY COUNCIL MEETING 04/17/2024](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/city-council-meeting-04-17-2024/) - The Ferndale City Council will hold its regular meeting on Wednesday, April 17, 2024 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. There is a Zoom option FOR VIEWING ONLY. Those attending via zoom will
- [PLANNING COMMISSION PUBLIC NOTICE](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/planning-commission-public-notice/) - PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Ferndale Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, April 3, 2024, at 6:00pm at 834 Main Street, Ferndale, CA 95536, for the following item: 1. The reapplication of a minor subdivision of the property located at 925 5th Street, Ferndale. The subject property is
- [DRAINAGE COMMITTEE MEETING 04/04/2024](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/2004-2/) - The Ferndale Drainage Committee will hold its Regular Meeting on Thursday, April 4, 2024 at 2:30am at Ferndale City Hall, 834 Main Street, Ferndale. This is an in person meeting only. Those wishing to comment or ask questions should plan on attending. The Agenda Packet can be viewed and downloaded by clicking on the link
- [NOTICE OF BID FOR BERDING STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/notice-of-bid-for-berding-street-improvement-project/) - The City of Ferndale is seeking proposals for Berding Street Improvement Project. The City of Ferndale will accept sealed bids for Project by or before Monday, April 29, 2024, at 11:00a.m., at Ferndale City Hall, 834 Main St., Ferndale. A site visit will be held on Tuesday, April 16, 2024 at 2:00p.m., at the intersection
- [GUY FIERI HONORARY MAYOR VIDEO 04/05/2024](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/guy-fieri-honorary-mayor-video-04-05-2024/) - Guy Fieri became Honorary Mayor today during our Special Ceremony. Below is the link to the video where you can watch the whole "meeting"! Thank you Guy for all you do for our community and being Ferndale's Honorary Mayor every April 5th!! We look forward to next years Mayorship! Guy Fieri Mayor for the Day
- [SCAM ALERT!!!!!!  "FIREMEN'S PARK SPRINGFLING EVENT"](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/scam-alert-firemens-park-springfling-event/) - SCAM ALERT There is a post circulating on Social Media regarding a "Springfling" Event at Firemen's Park on the weekend of April 20 & 21 and 27 & 28. These events are NOT scheduled or permitted to be in the our Park. Any events scheduled will be listed on a calendar and you may always
- [GUY FIERI DAY](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/guy-fieri-day/) - Guy Fieri Day Ceremony April 5 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Ferndale City Hall Ferndale’s favorite son, celebrity chef Guy Fieri, will officially be handed the gavel on Friday at 10:00 a.m. at Ferndale City Hall in honor of April 5th being declared as “Guy Fieri Day” in Ferndale. The public is invited to this
- [CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING 3/20/2024](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/city-council-regular-meeting-3-20-2024/) - The Ferndale City Council will hold its regular meeting on Wednesday, March 20, 2024 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. There is a Zoom option FOR VIEWING ONLY. Those attending via zoom will
- [PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING 4/3/2024](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/planning-commission-meeting-4-3-2024/) - The Ferndale Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting on Wednesday, April 3, 2024 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 can also be forwarded to the City Clerk before Noon the day
- [DESIGN REVIEW SPECIAL MEETING 4/4/2024](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/design-review-special-meeting-4-4-2024/) - The Design Review Committee will hold a Special Meeting on Thursday, April 4, 2024 at 8:30am at Ferndale City Hall, 834 Main Street, Ferndale. This is an in person meeting only. Those wishing to comment or ask questions should plan on attending. The Agenda Packet can be viewed and downloaded by going to the website
- [DESIGN REVIEW MEETING 3/28/2024](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/design-review-meeting-3-28-2024/) - The Design Review Committee will hold its regular meeting on Thursday, March 28, 2024 at 8:30am at Ferndale City Hall, 834 Main Street, Ferndale. This is an in person meeting only. Those wishing to comment or ask questions should plan on attending. The Agenda Packet can be viewed and downloaded by going to the website
- [CITY COUNCIL CLOSED SESSION 05/13/2024](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/city-council-closed-session-05-13-2024/) - The Ferndale City Council will hold a Closed Session on Monday, May 13, 2024 at 3:00pm at 834 Main Street, Ferndale, Ca 95536. This is an in person meeting. Public may comment on the agenda items listed, but will not admitted into closed session discussions. To see the agenda packet please go to this website
- [CITY COUNCIL MEETING 05/15/2024](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/city-council-meeting-05-15-2024/) - The Ferndale City Council will hold its regular meeting on Wednesday, May 15, 2024 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. There is a Zoom option FOR VIEWING ONLY. Those attending via zoom will
- [NOTICE OF PLANNING COMMISSION VACANCY](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/notice-of-planning-commission-vacancy/) - 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 or letter indicating why you are interested and your relevant experience or qualifications by 12:00pm
- [DESIGN REVIEW MEETING 4/25/2024](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/design-review-meeting-4-25-2024/) - The Design Review Committee will hold its regular meeting on Thursday, April 25, 2024 at 8:30am at Ferndale City Hall, 834 Main Street, Ferndale. This is an in person meeting only. Those wishing to comment or ask questions should plan on attending. The Agenda Packet can be viewed and downloaded by going to the website
- [CALTRANS FERNBRIDGE SPECIFIC WEBSITE](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/caltrans-fernbridge-specific-website/) - 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
- [CODE RED EMERGENCY ALERT SYSTEM](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/code-red-emergency-alert-system/) - 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 these services that allow our public safety officials to alert residents and businesses regarding emergency

## Pages

- [Home](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/) - Ferndale, California, is a quaint Victorian village on the north coast of California, in Humboldt County. Settled in the 1850s, its roots were in the dairy industry, which remains an important aspect of its current economy. Ferndale's elevation is 50 feet, and it has a population of about 1372 people (2010 census), living within one
- [Backyard Composting Rebate Program](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/documents/backyard-composting-rebate-program/) - The City of Ferndale is offering up to $300 towards the purchase of backyard composting and vermiculture systems. If you are a resident of the City of Ferndale and would like to compost or vermicompost in your backyard, we encourage you to participate. Downloadable Request Form and Acceptable Backyard Composting Bin Options are located at
- [Licenses](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/documents/licenses/) - You may download the application forms for the following City of Ferndale licenses. The license application forms are in Adobe PDF format. Business License Application Form Dog License Application Form
- [Directory](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/departments/directory/) - Organization Chart City of Ferndale Contacts All Correspondence and Questions for the Councilmembers, Commissioners, and Committee Members are directed through the City Clerk. Please contact the City Clerk if you have questions or comments for the governing bodies. City Manager Kristene Hall citymanager@ci.ferndale.ca.us City Clerk Brenda Taylor cityclerk@ci.ferndale.ca.us Financial Manager Lauren Boop finance@ci.ferndale.ca.us Mayor Randy
- [Maps](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/maps/) - Ferndale Zoning Map - This map covers the zoning for the city limits of Ferndale. For areas outside the city limits, you must contact the County of Humboldt. Ferndale Design Control Zone Map - This map shows the boundaries of Ferndale's Design Control Zone, as well as the Historic Distric. Ferndale Historic District Map -
- [Accessory Dwelling Units](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/documents/accessory-dwelling-units/) - Accessory Dwelling Units Accessory Dwelling Units, or ADUs, are also referred to as granny flats, mother-in-law units, backyard cottages, secondary units, and other common informal terms. An ADU is an attached or detached residential dwelling unit which provides complete independent living facilities for one or more persons. California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD)
- [Police Department](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/departments/police/) - 600 Berding Street P.O. Box 1096 Ferndale, CA 95536 Office: (707) 786-4025 Dispatch: (707) 786-4225 Fax: (707) 786-4015 Police Chief: Ron Sligh The Victorian Village of Ferndale and the surrounding western Eel River valley share a blending of neighborhood and self-reliance. The small-town character, together with the isolated setting encourage a kinship of folks passionate
- [City Clerk](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/departments/city-clerk/) - Brenda Taylor City Clerk's Office Located at City Hall: 834 Main St., Ferndale, CA 95536 The mailing address is: P.O. Box 1095, Ferndale, CA 95536 Telephone - (707) 786-4224 • Fax - (707) 786-9314 Email: cityclerk@ci.ferndale.ca.us The City Clerk's office maintains the official records of the City and works with the City Manager to ensure
- [Planning Commission](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/departments/planning-commission/) - The Planning Commission consists of five members, each serving a four-year term. Commissioners must reside in Ferndale City Limits and are subject to the City's Conflict of Interest Code. The Planning Commission serves as an advisory body to the City Council on land use matters, including review of development plans for consistency with the General
- [Employment](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/employment/) - The city is currently accepting employment applications for the following positions: DepartmentPositionClosing DateInformation/Forms Police Department Police Officer: Trainee/Lateral Open Application Packet Police Department Police Officer: Sergeant 08/29/2025 Application Packet City of Ferndale is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you are seeking an employment position with the City of Ferndale which is not posted and you
- [Ordinances](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/documents/laws/) - Ord # Short Title Date 94-01 Drainage Ordinance 01/03/94 99-04 Subdivision Ordinance 10/11/99 01-02 City Manager Ordinance 11/13/01 02-02 Zoning Ordinance 06/01/14 03-02 Planning Commission Ordinance 07/14/03 03-05 Sewer Ordinance Sewer Testing Procedures Sewer Fee Ordinance 03/04/04 04-01 Traffic Ordinance 02/05/04 04-04 Cable Ordinance 05/06/04 05-06 Animal Control Ordinance 12/01/05 05-07 Boundary Correction
- [City Manager](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/departments/city-manager/) - Kristene Hall City Manager Ferndale City Hall 834 Main St. P.O. Box 1095 Ferndale, CA 95536 Telephone - (707)786-4224 Fax - (707) 786-9314 Appointed by the City Council, the City Manager is the administrative head of the City government. The City Manager's Ordinance specifically outlines the duties of the City Manager, whose major responsibilities are
- [City Council](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/departments/city-council/) - The City of Ferndale is a Council / Manager form of government, wherein the Council sets policy and gives direction on all matters concerning the City operations. The City Manager is responsible for carrying out Council policy, directing City staff, and overseeing the day-to-day operations of the City. The City Council consists of four Council
- [City Council Agenda & Past Minutes](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/documents/city-council-agenda-past-minutes/) - City Council Packets. City Council Minutes. City Council Archives. To access any of the archived files you will need to enter Ferndale for the username, and Ferndale-CA for the password.
- [Drainage Committee](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/committees/drainage-committee/) - The Drainage Committee has general oversight of drainage issues. Duties include but are not limited to: developing a system of reports to the council general supervisorial responsibilities regarding any budget items related to the function serving as liaison for citizens who may have complaints, or suggestions for functions, or programs The Drainage Committee meets monthly
- [Zoning Ordinance Update](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/documents/zoning-ordinance-update/) - California law requires a city’s zoning map and ordinance to be consistent with its General Plan, especially its land use and housing elements. Ferndale’s adopted Land Use Element includes changes that are not currently reflected in the Ferndale Zoning Map or Ordinance. These changes relate to updates to the land use designations (e.g., changes in
- [Public Works](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/departments/public-works/) - The Public Works Department operates and maintain the City’s public infrastructure, and provide repair and construction projects in the most efficient and effective manner possible. Major activities include management, maintenance and operation of the street and storm drain systems, wastewater treatment facility, city sewer system, and city buildings and grounds. Public Works can be reached
- [Russ Park](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/city-of-ferndale-facilities/russ-park/) - Russ Park can be accessed through the main entrance on Bluff Street. There are six trails through the park. Please click RUSS PARK BROCHURE to view the brochure that shows a map of the trails. Under each trail name, the brochure notes the trail distance, time estimate, and approximate climbing elevation. Trails should be used
- [Permits](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/documents/permits/) - The regulation of Building, Land Use & Development Permits within the city of Ferndale are governed under State Law, by the City's General Plan, the City's Zoning Ordinance, the City's Subdivision Ordinance, the City's CEQA Guidelines, the adopted Uniform Building Code and all other current and applicable City Ordinances, Codes, regulations and policies. The Fees
- [Design Review](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/committees/design-review/) - The City of Ferndale was designated as a State Historic Landmark in 1975 by the California State Parks, Office of Historic Preservation. The Planning Commission ensures that the rules and regulations governing modifications to historic and design-controlled buildings are followed by using a permit process. Property owners who live or own a business in the
- [General Plan](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/documents/general-plan/) - General Plan Land Use Map, and updates to the Land Use Element and Safety Element adopted by the City Council on November 20, 2024 The City Council adopted the Ferndale General Plan Land Use Map, and the updates to the Land Use Element and Safety Element at its November 20, 2024 meeting. Links to the
- [Ferndale Community Center](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/ferndale-community-center/) - 100 Berding Street, Ferndale, CA 95536 The Ferndale Community Center is your perfect venue for weddings, parties, fundraisers when you are planning a large event. Able to comfortably seat 362 guests, the large hall has a standing capacity of 775 people. The hall may be rented with or without the kitchen. Unlike many venues, the
- [Calendar](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/calendar/)
- [Recycling](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/documents/recycling/) - The City of Ferndale makes it easy to recycle much of your trash, keeping it out of landfills or being illegally dumped. There are several recycling dumpsters located in the City Parking lot behind the Portuguese Hall. Recology Eel River offers single stream curbside recycling for city residents, as well as a drop-off location in
- [News](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/news/) - Stay tuned for upcoming news.
- [Info for Residents](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/documents/info-for-residents/) - Code Red Alert System Code Red allows the Police, Fire Dept, and City to send important automated messages directly through text message, email, or by voice call. This can be extremely important during an emergency. Click HERE for information on how to register for this service and frequently asked questions. Design Control Zone If your
- [Shirley's Pocket Park](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/city-of-ferndale-facilities/shirleys-pocket-park/) - Shirley’s Pocket Park is located at the corner of Francis Street and Fireman’s Park entrance along Francis Creek. To get there, take the Francis Creek Bridge from Francis Street across to Fireman’s Park. Shirley’s Pocket Park is on the left side of the bridge. It features all native California plants and is maintained by local
- [City Hall](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/city-of-ferndale-facilities/city-hall/) - Street Address: 834 Main Street, Ferndale, CA 95536 Mailing Address: PO Box 1095, Ferndale, CA 95536 Phone: (707) 786-4224 Hours: Monday 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM Tuesday 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM Wednesday 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM Thursday 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM Friday Closed There are two facilities packages that are available for
- [Ferndale Public Library](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/city-of-ferndale-facilities/ferndale-public-library/) - Street Address: 807 Main St.,Ferndale, CA 95536 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 397, Ferndale, CA 95536 Phone: (707) 786-9559 Hours: Tuesday Noon to 5:00 PM & 7:00 to 9:00 PM Wednesday Noon to 5:00 PM Thursday Noon to 5:00 PM & 7:00 to 9:00 PM Friday Noon to 4:00 PM Saturday Noon to 5:00 PM The
- [Forms](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/documents/forms/) - These forms are in PDF format. TOT Reporting Form - Less than 5 units - Use this form to report your monthly TOT if you have less than 5 units. TOT Reporting Form - 5 or more units - Use this form to report your monthly TOT if you have 5 units or more. Field
- [Disclaimers](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/disclaimers/) - General Although it is the City's intent to provide accurate and up-to-date information, no warranty, express or implied, is made regarding accuracy, adequacy, completeness, legality, reliability or usefulness of any information contained on the pages of this site. The City of Ferndale assumes no liability for damages, incurred by the user of this information, which
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- [Firemen's Park](https://ci.ferndale.ca.us/city-of-ferndale-facilities/firemens-park/) - Firemen's Park is located at the southern extremity of Ferndale along Francis Street (at the end of Main Street). It is bordered on the north, east and west sides by single-family residences and on the south side by open agricultural land that is a restricted watershed. The park includes a picnic area, playground and ball

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