Join us for the 'Celebration of the Century' on Dec. 2 & 3

Tree Lighting | Centennial Commons Dedication

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Royal Oak is 100. Let's celebrate!

Centennial festivities will take place on Dec, 2 & 3 from 4-9 PM at City Hall, Police Station, Farmers Market, Royal Oak Public Library, Centennial Commons and the Henry Ford Health System Medical Center.

The two-day event is FREE and fun for the whole family.

MUST SEE ACTIVITIES:

Tree Lighting: Thursday, Dec. 2 at 6:30 PM on the courthouse steps
Centennial Commons Dedication: Friday, Dec 3 at 6:30 PM at the corner of Troy and Third Streets.

Learn more about the Celebration of the Century

Downtown Dollars Giveaway!

Each night of the centennial celebration we'll be giving away a limited number of $10 gift cards courtesy of the Downtown Development Association.

Here is how it will work. Pick up a pass to 'travel through time' at City Hall, the Royal Oak Public Library or the Farmers Market at the 2-day event. Once you visit all the stations, you are eligible (while supplies last) to receive a $10 gift card that can be used at participating downtown restaurants and stores.

The four stations to visit are:

City Hall
Farmers Market
Royal Oak Public Library
Royal Oak Police Station

Thank you, DDA!

Learn more at romi.gov/100.

Special Centennial Hours at City Hall on Dec. 2 ONLY:

Please be advised, City Hall will close at 3:30 PM on Thursday, Dec. 2 to prepare for the centennial events scheduled to begin at 4:00 PM. (See above.)

Police Department Update

Find the most recent police reports on the city's website.

Citizens are also encouraged to sign up for crime alerts at crimemapping.com. Crime Mapping's goal is to assist police departments in reducing crime through a better-informed citizenry.

Sign up for public safety alerts from the police using Civic Ready. Click here to subscribe.

Back-In Parking on S Washington Avenue is Here

As part of Royal Oak’s new parking meter system, a small number of parking spaces located on S Washington Avenue and W Seventh Street will be designated as back-in angle parking.

Back-in angle parking uses the same process and motions as parallel parking but is much easier and safer. And the spaces are wider, too! It provides motorists with better vision of bicyclists, pedestrians, and other cars as they exit a parking space and enter the roadway. In addition, back-in angle parking allows safer access to trunk space and allows passengers to enter and exit a vehicle safely.

We have set up a space for you to practice in the west lot of the Royal Oak Farmers Market.

Of course, you don’t have to use the back-in angle parking spaces. The downtown decks are clean, spacious, and well lit. Best of all, your first two hours are always free whenever you park in one of the city’s four public parking structures. You may also prefer to park in a surface lot or in any number of traditional on-street parking spaces located throughout the downtown area.

Learn more about Sentry Parking Meters.

Listen Up, Royal Oak!

The new City Commission chamber offers an assistive listening solution that delivers clarity to those struggling to hear in a big room that can at times be crowded. The device (shown in the photo) is easy to use.

If you are interested in trying one, please call the Human Resources Department at 248-246-3070 in advance of any meeting you are planning to attend. We’ll be happy to have a listening device ready and waiting for you!

Updates on I-75

Find information, maps, resources, frequently asked questions and more on the the Modernize I-75 Project website.

Residential Lock Boxes Available at the Fire Department

The Royal Oak Fire Department’s residential lockbox program is designed to get quick access to adults living in their own homes during medical emergencies -- especially senior citizens. When every second counts, the lockbox -- which contains a key to your home -- reduces the likelihood of property damage caused by first responders forcing entry into your home in response to an emergency call.

For more information, go to https://www.romi.gov/1271/FAQ-Residential-Lockbox

Oh, The Things You Can Do Online

We have put together a list of our most requested online services. Discover all the things you can do from the comfort of your home, office or favorite hideaway.

Still can’t find what you are looking for? Email citymanager@romi.gov and someone will get back to you.

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