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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Ferndale public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Ferndale centennial celebration and task force
Ferndale turns 100 in 2027, and the city is opening applications for a centennial task force starting November 10, with a December 1 deadline. Members will be announced December 14 and the group will plan community celebrations.
Public art sculpture on Woodward
Local artist James Kaye will donate an abstract steel sculpture for the Woodward Avenue median south of Nine Mile, timed with Art March. The DDA covers about $1,500–$3,000 in permitting and installation; the city must apply to MDOT.
Proclamations: Autism Acceptance and Arab American Heritage Month
April was proclaimed Autism Acceptance Month (sponsored by Sabatini) and National Arab American Heritage Month (sponsored by Mikulski), both adopted via consent agenda and read aloud with personal remarks.