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Topics getting the most attention in Ferndale public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.

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Business renovation trial program

A trial program to support business renovations was discussed, which could affect downtown accessibility standards. No action was taken.

1 mentionLast discussed Oct 5, 2026

LowBusiness Jobs

DIY Street Fair and Fall Festival events

Council approved the permit for the DIY Street Fair (Sept. 25-27) with downtown street closures, and a one-day liquor license for the Oct. 3 Fall Festival at Martin Road Park, with proceeds going back into park programming.

1 mentionLast discussed Aug 10, 2026

LowBusiness Jobs

CEO Transitional Employment Partnership

DPW and the DDA are partnering with the Center for Employment Opportunities: supervised work crews handle seasonal maintenance downtown and in parks while giving people transitional job experience.

1 mentionLast discussed Apr 27, 2026