Tax Districts Would Lead Downtown Ferndale into Future, DDA Says

The Ferndale Downtown Development Authority hopes to add four special taxing districts to fund the future growth and improvement of Ferndale's downtown.

Popping the Question: Why Same-Sex Marriage in New York but Not in Michigan?

New York passed same-sex marriage legislation June 24. What about Michigan? The executive branch of Michigan's government said it's not a priority.

Ferndale Retains A+ Bond Rating with 'Stable Outlook'

The city doesn't have plans to issue any bonds, but having its A+ rating affirmed during an economic downtown is good news, interim City Manager Mark Wollenweber said.

Judge of Character: Get to Know Ferndale’s Judge Joseph Longo

Judge Joseph Longo finds happiness and hope in Ferndale's 43rd District Court.

April McGrath Selected as Ferndale's New City Manager

By a unanimous vote, the first woman city manager was selected for Ferndale.

Proposed Redistricting Plan Won't Affect Ferndale in Lansing

Change could come in August if District 12 merges with District 9, pitting U.S. Rep. Sander Levin against U.S. Rep. Gary Peters.

Pleasant Ridge Terminates Fire Contract with Ferndale

The City Commission unanimously approved termination of its fire protection contract with Ferndale and will continue negotiating a public safety merger with Berkley.

Pleasant Ridge Rescinds Notice to Terminate Fire Service with Ferndale

City manager apologizes for 'mix-up,' says officials are exploring options for fire protection that may not include Ferndale.

Say What? Hits From the Ferndale City Council Meeting Monday

Just in case you missed Monday night's City Council meeting.

UPDATE: Council Focuses On 3 'Very Different' City Manager Candidates

Ferndale City Council decided to move forward with three of the four candidates interviewed for city manager Saturday. A final decision is expected after a special meeting on Friday.

Ferndale City Council Postpones Final Decision for City Manager

A special meeting will be held at 3 p.m. Friday at City Hall to make the final decision on Ferndale's permanent city manager.

Community Foundation President Outlines Campaign for City Council

Good Stewards of public money, parking, mass transit, regional collaboration and community involvement are the points Ferndale Community Foundation President Dan Martin stressed as he announced his campaign for City Council Tuesday.

Interviews for Ferndale City Manager to be Held Saturday

Ferndale City Council will talk to four candidates.

Teachers Picket State Cuts at Woodward and Nine Mile

Ferndale teachers fear larger classrooms due to Gov. Snyder's proposed cuts to public education.

Local Democrats Plan to Take Control in 2012

Approved state budget and governor are criticized at caucus fundraiser.

Ferndale Puts Moratorium on Accepting 'Drug Paraphernalia' Retail Requests

Ferndale City Council Monday night approved a 120-day moratorium on accepting and processing requests by businesses to sell "drug paraphernalia" so the city can study the impact on other ordinances, zoning.

Highlights from the Council Chamber: Ferndale Pride, Selling Bongs and Downtown Noise

The council chambers was busy Monday night accepting a grant and approving 120-day moratorium.

Local Legislators Decry State School Cuts

Parents, teachers and elected officials spoke out Monday against school funding cuts proposed by Gov. Rick Snyder and Republicans in Lansing.

UPDATE: May 3 Recount Finds One Vote for No Side

Ferndale City Clerk Cherilynn Tallman said one vote on the no side went uncounted because voter filled out ballot wrong.

Secretary of State Branches Extend Hours After Outage

Computer problems prevented Michigan offices from handling business transactions for all or part of several days this week.

Snyder, GOP Budget Deal Reduces Per-Pupil Cuts

Gov. Rick Snyder and legislative leaders reached a deal Thursday night that reduced the originally proposed $300 per-pupil cut to about $100 per student.

Ferndale's Recycling Rate Lower than Most in Area

Residents and the city are "not doing as much as they could," SOCRRA's general manager said.

No Primary for Library Board as Candidates Run Uncontested

No contests were filed so the election will take place Nov. 8.

Council OKs Higher Sanitation Fees

A few items from the first regular Ferndale Council meeting after approving the city's budget.

Census: Household, Family Sizes Shrink in Ferndale

New data from the 2010 U.S. Census give a more detailed picture of Ferndale's demographics and housing characteristics.

Ferndale Budget Passes with No Layoffs to Police, Fire

City eliminates open position in DPW, tables hike of sanitation fees, swallows water rate increase and holds onto SAFER Grant.

Viewfinder: YES to Ferndale's Future Celebrates

The YES to Ferndale's Future campaign gathered at the Woodward Avenue Brewers after the polls closed.

Ferndale Millage Passes by 198 Votes; Both Campaigns Praise Community Involvement

'This was such a community campaign. There is no doubt about that,' said Dennis Whittie, co-chair of the pro-millage campaign.

Live Blog: Ferndale Millage Decision Day, By the Hour

Residents pass Proposal A 1,848 to 1,650, giving the City Council the right to raise taxes and maintain most city services.

Did You Vote? Prove it!

We don't ask for much here at Ferndale Patch. Just a few pictures from time to time.

The Election as a Job: What the City Clerk Does

Ferndale Patch breaks down the tasks of holding an election.

Voting 'Yes': Residents Speak from the Lectern for Millage

Nearly 20 people stood up for the call to audience segment of Monday's City Council meeting, and this is what they had to say. Some residents applauded the council and the Financial Planning Committee for their work on the budget.

Millage Talk Dominates Public Comment at Council Meeting

Pro- and anti-millage supporters speak on May 3 ballot proposal in Ferndale.

What Do You Need to Know Before Voting on the Millage Question?

Send your questions about the May 3 election into the Ferndale Patch and we will answer them.

Oakland County Executive Wants to Put Civil War Map in Every County Classroom

L. Brooks Patterson unveils map that plots key Civil War sites around Oakland County.

Changes in State Revenue Sharing Create Budget Uncertainty

How much Ferndale will get is still unknown. 'It would be inappropriate to budget for what it might be,' Ferndale Interim City Manager said.

Budget Moving 'Fast' Through Lansing, but Information Still Thin

State Sen. Vincent Gregory visited Ferndale Public Library to talk about the state's proposed budget.

Waggs and Wishes Moves On, Oakland County Moves In

The animal rescue shelter will relocate to Ann Arbor.

Anti-Millage Protesters Gather at Nine Mile and Woodward

Demonstrators who oppose the millage that will appear on the May 3 ballot said taxes are too high already and that the city should tighten its belt and be more fiscally responsible.

Residents Give a Cluck about Chickens in Ferndale

City looks into changing language of ordinance to allow fowl to be raised on residential property.