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.

Special City Hall Hours

City Hall, 203 S Troy, will be closed from 11:30a-1:30p on Wed, Dec. 14.

Please plan your visit accordingly. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Downtown Royal Oak will sparkle with holiday cheer during the Royal Oak Jingle & Light Parade Saturday, Dec. 10. Holiday festivities include a traditional Cookie Crawl, Light Parade and Winter Market. Royal Oak Jingle visitors can also see reindeer, enjoy live entertainment, get photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus and more.

The festival kicks off with the ever-popular Royal Oak Jingle Cookie Crawl from 1:00 – 6:00 p.m. Guests purchasing a pass in advance receive a festive holiday tin and a map directing Cookie Crawlers to local retailers to collect freshly baked cookies from local bakeries. The Cookie Crawl typically sells out, so advance passes are highly recommended and available at www.ROJingle.com.

The Holiday Light Parade takes place on Main Street, between Lincoln and Eleven Mile, beginning at 7:00 p.m. The parade features floats from The Parade Company and local businesses. More than fifty organizations are expected to be joining the parade this year.

Learn more.

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.

Orson Starr House Museum

Travel back in time at the Orson Starr House and learn about Royal Oak's first family. Live period music.

If you go:

When: Dec 11 from 1-4 pm
Where: 3123 N. Main St.

Residents Skate Free on Tuesdays and Wednesdays

The Rink at Royal Oak is located in Centennial Commons, right across from the entrance to the Royal Oak Public Library. Centennial Commons is located at 221 E 3rd St.

Royal Oak Residents skate free on Tuesdays and Wednesdays through Dec. 14. Just present your ID for a free skating wristband.

What are the hours?

Hours through January 3, 2023*

Sunday-Tuesday 11am-9pm
Wednesday-Thursday 11am-10pm
Friday-Saturday 11am-11pm
*After January 3rd Hours of Operation may change. Check back for details! The Rink will remain open until February 19th.

Learn more.

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.

Quick Links

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