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What’re your plans this weekend? We know where we’ll be.Arts, Beats & Eats will offer something for everyone this weekend with local & national entertainment across nine stages, a variety of tastes from the finest restaurants in Oakland County, and the Fine Art Show, Look for the HUB Stadium mobile axe-perience, carnival rides, FREE kids activities & much more! Hours for the festival are Friday-Sunday 11am-11pm and Monday 11am-9pm. Admission TODAY is FREE until 5pm and $10 after, and Saturday-Monday $5 before 5pm and $10 after.
For more information about Arts, Beats & Eats please visit bit.ly/3QU3KB1. An PLEASE do not park in neighborhoods with 'Permit Only Parking' signs The fine is $50. |
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Apply TodayThe City of Royal Oak recently created a new city board - the Human Rights Commission. The purpose of the human rights commission shall be to advise the city commission and the city manager and assist with efforts to bring greater equity and inclusion of diverse groups within the City of Royal Oak. There are 7 seats open for voting members, and 1 non-voting student member that can be appointed this year.
Membership can be made up of Royal Oak residents, business owners, and employees of businesses located in Royal Oak or anyone with a Royal Oak connection. Not ever seat is required to be filled by a Royal Oak resident, but non-residents should have a connection to the city. Perhaps you own a business, own property, or are employed within the city. Seats this year for voting members will be available in 1-, 2-, or 3-year terms and the student member’s term coincide with the start of each school year. Staff anticipates that the board will spend between 5-10 hours a month on board related activities including meetings, time spend outside of meetings on any program needs or research on behalf of the board. This is subject to change as the board begins to develop the direction that they would like to work in.
Contact: Susan Barkman, Assistant to the City Manager at SusanB@romi.gov or 248-246-3204 for any questions.
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Non-Domestic Animals OrdinancePer ordinance number 2022-02 residents must register any existing non-domestic animals that become prohibited under the new ordinance within 120 days (December 16, 2022).
Learn more.
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Accessibility Matters
Parks need to be accessible and usable by all people across the life span, including the elderly and persons with disabilities.
Accessibility matters. The City of Royal Oak is currently updating its Parks and Recreation Master Plan, with a specific emphasis on improving accessibility for all.
What would you like to see in order to make your parks more accessible to you, your family and neighbors? Tell us today! Visit roparksplan.com to share specific location-based recommendations where accessibility could be improved!
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Citizens Police Academy Accepting Applications
The Royal Oak Citizens Police Academy is an exciting seven-week course that meets once a week on Wednesday evenings at the police station at 6:30 p.m. Classes last for approximately three hours. The fall session begins on Oct. 5, 2022.
Open only to residents of Royal Oak, attendees get an insider's look at the internal operations and challenges of the police department.
You must be 18 years of age or older to attend the academy. All potential applicants are screened before they are accepted. You will be notified no later than Sept. 30, 2022, if you have been admitted.
Questions regarding the academy should be directed to Lt. Al Carter at albertc@romi.gov.
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Share Your Vision for Parks
Royal Oak is updating its Parks and Recreation Master Plan and we want to hear from you. Your input is critical to helping the City assess the needs of the community, and will be used to create recommendations for capital improvements, programming and new recreation amenities!
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Cool Off With Us!
Summer is officially here! With higher temps, comes the need to cool down. We want to remind residents that the Salter Center (1545 E Lincoln Ave) and the Mahany/Meininger Senior Center (3500 Marais Ave) are available during normal business hours to drop in and escape from the heat.
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Sustainability & Climate Action Plan AdoptedRoyal 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.
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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!
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Residential Lock Boxes Available at the Fire DepartmentThe 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.
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