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Racial impact assessment of city policies

Five years after Ferndale declared itself an anti-racism municipality, the council has directed creation of a racial impact assessment. Councilmember Johnson said it should cover all city policies, not just policing as originally drafted.

3 mentionsLast discussed Jul 13, 2026

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Balloon Ban Ordinance

Ferndale just banned balloons—both releases and decorations—so no more balloon arches or send-offs at city events. If you're planning a party, you'll need to swap in alternatives. The rule is aimed at reducing litter and environmental harm.

1 mentionLast discussed Jun 17, 2026