Ferndale Honors Kate Baker with Resolution for Volunteerism
“Kate is the definition of what working with and for the community means.”
“Kate is the definition of what working with and for the community means.”
Why are more municipalities looking at the potential for Accessory Dwelling Units as part of the solution to nationwide housing shortages?
Michael Hennes of Howe’s Bayou and Rifino Valentine of Valentine Distilling have retained Varnum LLP to sue the City and the developer to stop the project based on the removal of parking they expect to impact their businesses
Ferndale Mayor Melanie Piana, who has announced she won’t be seeking re-election, gave what is likely to be her last State of the City address on May 9 at 215 W.
The Ferndale Community Foundation and Ferndale Pride recently awarded over $29,000 in grants to various community groups and organizations.
“Years after this thing happened, they’re still encountering barriers to success.”
“But I do need to belong. It’s important, you know, having that identity and having a place where you say, ‘These are my people, and I feel safe here.”
This article examines housing in communities with populations between 10,000 and 19,999.
The Oakland County Board of Commissioners adopted two resolutions at Wednesday night’s meeting that are aimed at increasing housing security in Oakland County.
In addition to enforcement and education and outreach activities, the funding can be used to respond to housing inquiries, conduct fair housing testing, provide legal assistance, and cover costs associated with providing services related to the pandemic.
The Neighborhood & Housing Development Division will award up to $1 million in total gap funding for new construction, acquisition, rehabilitation, or preservation of affordable rental housing with a focus on access to supportive services and sustainability
The Ferndale Community Foundation and Ferndale Pride are distributing $24,500 in grants to 11 community organizations…
“These are the things that protect and support our residents, business owners, and visitors in our community and make us pioneers within the region.”
In an increasing number of communities, landlords can no longer legally refuse to rent to someone because of how they pay their rent, including veteran’s benefits, court ordered payments, and voucher programs.
Ferndale Mayor Melanie Piana gave the annual State of the City Address at Affirmations Community Center on July 13…
To address this issue, commissioners will be introducing a package of resolutions at the full Board of Commissioners meeting on April 29.
The City of Ferndale is considering an ordinance that would require owners of short term rentals, such as those offered on Airbnb, to register their properties and maintain certain standards in order to maintain their license.
I view my position as one that strives to improve the quality of life for not only my Ferndale residents but also residents in adjacent cities such as Detroit’s neighborhoods that border 8 Mile.
The next step is for the developer to submit a formal site plan which will go before the Planning Commission for review, most likely in late January or February.
The Ferndale Community Foundation and Ferndale Pride are distributing over $21,000 in grants to 11 community organizations as part of its annual distribution.