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Ferndale Parks & Recreation highlights grants, new programming and priorities

Ferndale City Council · November 25, 2025
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Summary

The Parks & Recreation Commission reported $100,000 raised in 2025 (and about $2.4 million in 2024), higher youth sports participation and newly completed parks. The commission outlined three priorities: volunteer support, improved communications and inter‑agency collaboration.

The Ferndale Parks & Recreation Commission reported program and fundraising gains and outlined strategic priorities for the coming year during the council meeting.

Commissioner Carrie Gerdes presented the department’s highlights: the summer programming registration saw high demand, youth sports participation rose substantially (up 47%…

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