City Commission Meets Monday

Residents can find agendas for city commission meetings on the city's website.

Please note, meeting agendas are often revised at the last minute, so please recheck the agenda prior to the meeting for any changes.

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.

Rock'n'Rides Deal for Royal Oak Residents!

Rock’n’Rides happens June 16-19 in Downtown Royal Oak. Royal Oak residents get $5 off or FREE admission before 5pm on any day! (See the policy below.)
After 5pm admission is just $5. (Non-resident price $5 before 5pm and $10 after) Residents just should their ID at any festival gate to receive discounted admission. Welcome to summer in Royal Oak!

Royal Oak Resident Admission Policy

FREE Admission prior to 5pm
50% Discounted Admission after 5pm

Resident admission rules:

Residents 16 years of age and older must provide proof of residency – a valid driver’s license, any governmental photo ID, or school ID.
Royal Oak household members under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian over 25 years of age at time of admission.
Free and discounted admission for residents under 16 is limited to four household members per entry, and all household members must be accompanied by their direct parent or guardian to receive resident discount.
All Royal Oak event curfew policies apply to resident admissions.

Let's Celebrate Juneteenth Together

Royal Oak will celebrate Juneteenth with a family-friendly event at Centennial Commons on Sunday, June 19 from 4-8 pm.

Juneteenth -- or Freedom Day -- dates back to June 19, 1865. It is the date when enslaved African Americans in Texas first learned that they were free. Even though the Emancipation Proclamation was issued on Jan. 1, 1863, it took more than two years for the news to spread to Texas.

Whether you've known the history your entire life or you're just learning about Juneteenth, freedom is always worth celebrating -- so let's do it together!

The Royal Oak Juneteenth event will be four hours of family-friendly activities, including music, games, performances, food trucks, vendors, giveaways and much more. If it rains, the plan is to move activities into the Royal Oak Farmers Market.

Please mark your calendars and plan on joining us as we highlight the history of Emancipation in the United States.

Sustainability & Climate Action Plan Adopted

Royal Oak has adopted its first sustainability and climate action plan. The 2022 Royal Oak Sustainability and Climate Action Plan (S-CAP) is a three-year action strategy that outlines projects and programs to support the city’s sustainability and climate goals.

The plan represents the first formal sustainability planning effort for Royal Oak and includes environmental protection, economic prosperity, greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction, and social accessibility, inclusion, and equity.

Learn more.

Refuse and Recycling Carts for Sale

The City of Royal Oak is pleased to announce that additional new blue 64-gallon wheeled refuse carts are available for sale.

The additional refuse carts are $50.00 each. Additional recycle carts are also available for $25.00 each.

Carts can be purchased online or at the Department of Public Service, 1600 N Campbell Rd.

Carts will be delivered approximately early May. Please call the Department of Public Service if you have any further questions at 248-246-3300.

Order online .

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!

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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