Summary
Ferndale is one of about ten Amazon drone-delivery beta markets, and Commissioner Manwell says the drones are loud and frequent. The commission asked staff to find out whether the city can regulate flight times, routes, or privacy impacts, though FAA airspace rules may limit local control — state policy work is underway.
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Last discussed Jun 24, 2026.
Impact analysis
One commissioner floated a per-mile fee idea, but no cost or revenue figure has been studied.
Residents bothered by drone noise over yards and parks could gain quiet-hours or route rules if the city finds legal authority.
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