Yard waste begins the week of March 23, 2026, and runs through the week of December 14, 2026 (two weeks early this year!). Set your yard waste out in paper kraft bags or a labeled container (labels are available at City Hall or the DPW yard) at the curb by 7:00 a.m. on your regular trash day.

Today is International Firefighters’ Day! We are very grateful for the Ferndale Fire Department (FFD) and the important work they do to keep us safe. Not only do they fight fires, provide medical care, and perform other life-saving measures, but they also help our community stay educated and engaged through events and training sessions. The City sincerely appreciates and values the FFD and all fire departments around the world, and we honor those who have lost their lives in the line of duty. Thank you to firefighters everywhere for all that you do!

Applications are still being accepted for the open City Council appointment until Tuesday, May 5, 2026. To better engage with applicants, the City Council will host a Council Candidate Forum on Thursday, May 7, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in City Council Chambers.

Join Mayor Raylon Leaks-May for her annual State of the City address on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. at Affirmations, 290 W. Nine Mile Road.

The wait is over—the next City recycling station drop-off event is here! Clean out that clutter and bring your recycled items to the Ferndale Department of Public Works. ♻️

Come one, come all to the Touch a Truck event on Saturday, May 16, 2026! From 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., in the Ferndale City Hall parking lot (300 E. Nine Mile Rd.), there will be a variety of vehicles to explore and learn about, including fire trucks, police cars, ambulances, and dump trucks!

Celebrate Bike Safety Month at this family-friendly biking event—brought to you by the Ferndale Parks and Recreation Department, Fire Department, and Police Department. 🚲

Mark your calendar for the annual Memorial Day Parade, hosted by the Ferndale Memorial Association. This is Michigan’s oldest ongoing Memorial Day event.

City Hall is closed on Monday, May 25, 2026, in observance of Memorial Day. Garbage and recycling will be delayed by one day for the remainder of the week. Parking is free in Downtown Ferndale.

City Hall is closed on Saturday, July 4, 2026, in observance of Independence Day. Garbage and recycling will be delayed by one day for the remainder of the week. Parking is free in Downtown Ferndale.

City Hall is closed on Monday, September 7, 2026, in observance of Labor Day. Garbage and recycling will be delayed by one day for the remainder of the week. Parking is free in Downtown Ferndale.

City Hall is closed on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, in observance of Veterans Day. Garbage and recycling collection will not be affected. Parking is free in Downtown Ferndale.

City Hall is closed on Thursday, November 26, 2026, in observance of Thanksgiving Day. Garbage and recycling will be delayed by one day for the remainder of the week. Parking is free in Downtown Ferndale.