Green Party Presidential Candidate to Speak
March 3rd 2012
On Monday, March 5, 7:30 pm- 10 pm Green Party Presidential candidate Dr. Jill Stein will be at AJs Café at 240 W. 9 Mile for a meet-n-greet.
VOTER INFO
Voters Approve School Bond
February 28th 2012
Early numbers indicate that voters in the Ferndale School District approved a $22,825,000 bond in Tuesday’s election. This means that most residents will continue paying around the same amount in taxes that they used to and the schools get money to improve facilities.
Election Information for Primaries and School Bond Vote Feb. 28
February 27th 2012
Michigan’s lawmakers have amended the State’s Election Law to require a statewide presidential primary election on February 28, 2012. The law calls for separate ballots to be printed for Republican candidates and for Democratic candidates, just as was done in January 2008.
Below are examples of ballot options for Ferndale Residents who also live in the Ferndale School District. Those in the Hazel Park District will face only the primaries.
Upcoming Forums for Bond Issue
February 9th 2012
On February 28, 2012 voters in the Ferndale School District will be asked to vote on a School Bond. There are still opportunities to come out and talk with neighbors about the issue.
Important Voting Information
February 2nd 2012
Michigan’s lawmakers have amended the State’s Election Law to require a statewide presidential primary election on February 28, 2012. The law calls for separate ballots to be printed for Republican candidates and for Democratic candidates, just as was done in January 2008.
Below are examples of ballot options
Citizens for Quality Schools Gears up for Feb 28 Millage Vote
January 7th 2012
On Feb 28, 2012 voters will be asked to vote for a millage that would extend the current millage rate of 7 mills in order to raise money for infrastructure improvements in the Ferndale School District. Currently the bond is set to expire in 2023, but if approved it would extend taxpayer’s obligation to 2033. The money would be used to eliminate asbestos in school buildings, repair heating systems, upgrade wiring and other technological needs, pool repairs and other repairs.
Citizens for Quality Schools Meet Tonight to Discuss Bond Issue
December 18th 2011
A group of parents and voters in favor of the upcoming School Bond will be meeting at Drayton Avenue Presbyterian to discuss strategy for getting voters to approve a $22,825,000 bond which will be on the February 28, 2012 ballot. The meeting will be held Sunday, December 18, 2011 at 6:30pm.
State Considers Adding Barriers to Voting
December 13th 2011
The bill, Senate Bill 754, can be read in its entirety at http://www.legislature.mi.gov/documents/2011-2012/billintroduced/Senate/htm/2011-SIB-0754.htm.
Fewer Polling Places to Save the City Money
December 12th 2011
Ferndale City Clerk Cherilynn Tallman presented a plan to City Council on Dec. 12, 2011 which will save the city money by reducing the number of precincts from 9 to 7. This falls within the rules established by Michigan Election Law. Tallman explained the process, the benefits and the results in a request for Council action, which reads:
School Board Sends Bond Application to Treasury
November 22nd 2011
The Bond Application, which can be downloaded in its entirety here, goes through each building and its specific needs. It includes proposed bond language as well as terms of the bond they are seeking.
Election Results are In
November 8th 2011
The election results are in for Ferndale City Council and Library Board. Incumbent Dave Coulter won the Mayor’s race with 84.17% of the vote. Dan Martin had the most votes for City Council, with incumbent Mike Lennon receiving the next most. Both of them will serve on Ferndale City Council. Ray Willis, who ran for Mayor, was not elected. Nor was Sherry Wells, who ran for City Council.
Today’s the Day to Vote
November 8th 2011
Today the residents of Ferndale will have the opportunity to vote for who will represent them on City Council, including who will serve as Mayor. Current Mayor Dave Coulter is running against Raymond Willis for the Mayor’s seat. Dan Martin and Sherry Wells are facing Michael Lennon, the incumbent. The three of them are running for two open seats on City Council.
There are also several uncontested Library Board seats on the ballot. For Library Board’s full six year terms, the public can vote for two and there are two men running – James O’Donnell and John Sterritt. For Library Board Director Tiffani Gagne is running unopposed. And for a partial term Library Board Director there are two seats open and the public gets two votes. Judeen Bartos and Monique Herzig are the candidates.
Get Your Note Where You Vote
November 7th 2011
“Get Your Note Where You Vote! is just part of the communications plan,” said McGrath. “We encourage our residents to review our website for great information. Talk to your neighbors. If they don’t have access to a computer, offer the information you have found or encourage them to go to the Library to use a computer. Preparing for and communicating during an emergency relies on the entire Community, we can’t do it ourselves.”
Ferndale Watchdogs Call for High Noon Candidate Meet Nov 5
November 4th 2011
The Ferndale First Government Watchdog Group has invited candidates to attend a town hall style forum, moderated by the group’s organizer Sean House. The meeting will be Saturday, November 5, 2011 at “high noon,” says the email promoting the forum.
CFF Hosts Library Board Candidate Forum (video)
October 30th 2011
To hear what candidates had to say, see the video below which was filmed for CFF by Keith Dalton.
CFF Hosts City Council Candidate Forum (video)
October 30th 2011
Voters will be asked to choose from three candidates for two open seats.
CFF Hosts Mayoral Candidate Forum (video)
October 30th 2011
Citizens for Fair Ferndale hosted a forum on Oct. 23, 2011 for the upcoming Nov. 8 elections. Current Mayor Dave Coulter and Ray Willis are running for the Mayor position.
Candidates Talk Business at Ferndale Area Chamber Forum
October 17th 2011
The Ferndale Area Chamber Commerce hosted a Candidate’s Forum on Oct. 12, 2011. Business owners came together to meet the candidates for Mayor and City Council and find out what they had to say about interacting with the business community.
Ferndale Seniors Host Candidate Meet and Greet
October 12th 2011
Over 60 senior citizens turned out for the October 12, 2011 Ferndale Seniors Candidate Meet and Greet, held at the Kulick Community Center (1201 Livernois). The candidates were given five minutes each to speak, and then got to answer questions and enjoy cake with some of Ferndale’s most long-standing residents.
Candidates Have First Forum
October 4th 2011
There will be one Mayor elected between Willis and Coulter. Among Wells, Martin and Lennon, two will be elected to Council. The election will be held November 8, and there are several more opportunities to meet the candidates before the election. See Candidate Forums to get you Informed for all the dates and locations. Complete 2011 Election coverage can be found at…
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