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Ferndale native, humanitarian and famously charismatic food-eater Guy Fieri, already known as “The Mayor of Flavortown” and one-time “Mayor of Spicy Wings,” will soon add a third mayorships to his roster: On April 5, he’ll be crowned the honorary mayor of his own hometown. 

The official proclamation, signed by actual Ferndale Mayor Randall Cady, reads as follows:

PROCLAMATION

Declaring

APRIL 5th

Guy Fieri Day

WHEREAS: Guy Fieri, who grew up in the city of Ferndale, is a celebrated chef, restauranteur, best-selling author and Emmy Award winning TV host.

WHEREAS: Mr. Fieri has always had a special connection to Ferndale since he started his very own pretzel cart at the age of 10.

WHEREAS: Mr. Fieri has continued to give back to our community through serving thousands of meals to hospital workers and firefighters as well as co-creating the Restaurant Employee Relief Fund.

WHEREAS: Mr. Fieri has become famously known as the Mayor of Flavortown.

WHEREAS: The City of Ferndale will always have a special place in our hearts for Mr. Fieri.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, RANDALL CADY, as Mayor, and on behalf of the City Council of the City of Ferndale, proclaim April 5, 2024, and every April 5” thereafter, Guy Fieri Day and on this day, the title of Honorary Mayor. We thank Guy for his positive impact on the City.

Given under my hand and the seal of the City of Ferndale, California on this 15 day of February 2024.

Here’s an Instagram post from the Ferndale Chamber of Commerce making the announcement:

Congrats, Guy!