City Government of Ferndale, Michigan

08/27/2026

It's almost movie time! 🎥🍿 Drop in to the Detroit Curling Club at Martin Road Park tonight, August 27, 2026, to watch a free showing of The Mandalorian and Grogu. Doors open at 6:00 p.m., and the movie starts at 6:30 p.m. Be sure to bring your chairs, pillows, and blankets. This is the way...💚🌟🛸

Let's try this one more time with feeling! THIS THURSDAY! LET'S FINISH THE MOVIE THIS TIME! Rain can't get us if we are...INSIDE! 🎥🥤🍿

08/24/2026

After nine fun-filled weeks, Ferndale Summer Camp 2026, organized by the Ferndale Parks and Recreation Department, came to a close earlier this month. To wrap up another successful year, we want to highlight an especially exciting day for the campers! ✨

On August 12, 2026, during the last week of camp, Wildlife Safari visited Ferndale for its annual appearance. Nelson "The Animal Guy," a federally licensed conservationist, master falconer, wildlife exhibitor, and animal trainer, founded Wildlife Safari in the early ’90s to develop exciting, hands-on natural science programs that combine education and entertainment. Nelson promotes safe, fun, and positive interactions with living creatures, and no animals (or humans) were harmed during this demonstration. 🦘🐊🦉

The campers were thrilled to learn about and pet exotic animals from around the world, from fluffy chinchillas to scaly boa constrictors. Check it all out in this video recap! 🐍

08/20/2026

📲⚠️ The City’s phone system will undergo a planned structural update on Friday, August 21, 2026, from 12:00 to 3:00 p.m.

➡️ During this time, City phone extensions will be temporarily unavailable as work is completed. However, 911 will be fully operable.

➡️ Each phone extension will be updated within a 10-minute window. If you cannot connect or leave a voicemail, please email [email protected], and the message will be forwarded to the appropriate department.

Thank you for your patience as we complete this important update!

08/16/2026

The City’s BSA payment portal will be upgraded next week, so online bill payments may not be available at the times listed below:

➡️ Monday, August 17 at 5:00 p.m. through Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 8:00 a.m.

➡️ Tuesday, August 18 at 5:00 p.m. through Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 8:00 a.m.

✅ Payments can still be made in person during normal business hours, Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. They can also be processed by phone, drop box, or mail.

✅ Late fees for online payments will not be charged during this period.

Please contact [email protected] for questions or concerns. Thank you for your patience as we complete this important update!