The City of Royal Oak is in the midst of a process to write a new master plan. Many portions of the present master plan are over 20 years old and conditions within the city and more broadly have changed sufficiently that the city has decided a new plan is warranted. To date a number of topics have been discussed and proposals made, but the first draft has not yet been written.
Public input and input from the Planning Commission has been gathered to date. Many differing viewpoints are being considered in the process, with the intention to balance goals and concerns and to align where appropriate with professional best practices.
More than 3,300 individuals have taken the survey. We want to hear from you.
Citizens are also encouraged to sign up for crime alerts from Public Crime Search, which retrieves incident data every 24 hours from Law Enforcement Information System (CLEMIS) records management system.
Royal Oak's Winter Readiness Guidebook -- with tips from the Department of Public Services (DPS) and the Royal Oak Fire Department -- will help you be prepared for any weather surprises Mother Nature sends our way. Proactive steps now mean peace of mind later!
Royal Oak Residents can join the RainSmart Rebates pilot program and earn rebates for installing green stormwater infrastructure on their property. Beautify your space while managing stormwater effectively! We are hosting two informational workshops for you to learn more and submit an application. Applications open January 2nd, 2024.
RainSmart Rebates is two-year residential pilot program geared towards homeowners in the George W. Kuhn Drain Drainage District. The pilot offers homeowners up to $2,000 for implementing sustainable stormwater practices such as tree planting, rain barrel installation, or creating a rain garden on their properties. The primary goals of the program include fostering awareness about stormwater management and promoting environmental stewardship.
Holiday Cardboard Recycle Program
The Department of Public Services has made it possible for residents to drop off oversized cardboard in a designated holiday recycling dumpster located in the parking lot of the M/M Senior Community Center, 3500 Marais.
Cardboard only, please. Other recyclable materials should go into your recyclable cart and be placed curbside on your regular collection day.
Let's recycle together for the holidays!
Know Royal Oak's Roots!
Be in the know about the history of Royal Oak by signing up for the Royal Oak Historical Society email blasts.
Keep up with events, exhibits, and history talks coming up in the near future. The informative quarterly newsletter is sent directly to your inbox.
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.
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