FERNDALE, MICHIGAN

Welcome to Ferndale!

High-level support and services. Innovative shopping, dining, and downtown district. Award-winning schools and library. Safe homes and streets. Modern and supportive community. Whether you're a lifelong resident or just here for the day, Ferndale has something for everyone. We're glad you're here!

Every Thursday, October 1-October 22, 2026, 6:00-9:30 p.m.

Citizens Academy

The Ferndale Police Department has a unique in-person opportunity for the community to get to know the Department. In this four-week course, citizens receive hands-on instruction on many aspects of law enforcement, including patrol, investigations, SWAT, policy, operations, philosophy, and more. Applications are due by Monday, September 21, 2026. 

Ferndale News

September 22, 2026

DTE Inspections on Private Properties

DTE field crews will be conducting inspections in Ferndale (mainly north of 8 Mile and west of Livernois) over the next two weeks and will need access to rear utility easements on private property. AAG Edge is the company performing the inspections on DTE’s behalf. Crews will try to contact property owners before entering and will have vests and ID identifying them as DTE or AAG Edge. A DTE representative will be on site to answer questions and address concerns. Residents may also contact the Ferndale Department of Public Works at 248-546-2519 to report any issues.

September 21, 2026

Current Water Main Breaks, Hydrant Use, and Brown Water

It can be alarming to see brown water coming out of the faucets of your house, but it’s likely to happen at some point due to water pressure fluctuations for a variety of reasons—construction, a broken water main, fire hydrant maintenance, etc. The good news is that most of the time there is no reason to worry and it's typically an easy fix. View this article for active water main breaks, hydrant uses, or brown water reports in your area.

September 17, 2026

OakAlert Pilot Program Announcement

The City of Ferndale is thrilled to announce a partnership with Oakland County to join the OakAlert system, which will now provide emergency alerts to Ferndale residents. The City of Ferndale is proud to be the first city in this pilot program, and City staff is very grateful to Oakland County for partnering with Ferndale.