Residents are invited to join us for Mayor Michael Fournier's State of the City Address on Tuesday, August 15, at 11:00 AM at the Royal Oak Farmers Market! The mayor will provide a summary of recent events in the city and discuss exciting projects planned for the upcoming year.

The mayor's presentation is open to the public and FREE of charge. Following the address, a luncheon will be held. The cost for the luncheon is $12 per person.

If you are able to join us, please RSVP by Aug 11 at www.romi.gov/sotc

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.

Free Tree Planting Program

Contribute to the greener future of our hometown when you request a FREE tree to be planted in the easement in front of your home. Participating in the fall tree planting program is easy! Simply go to online request form and select one tree from the list, and let us know your choice via the online request form.

The tree options this fall include:

Red Oak
Red Maple
Hybrid Elm
Honey Locust
Zelkova
Coffee Tree
Pin Oak

Don't wait too long! The deadline to sign up is August 27. Let's work together to expand our tree canopy.

We want to hear from YOU!

Whether you’re a resident or a visitor, we encourage you to take the survey below to help us better understand your experience in Royal Oak. You may choose to remain anonymous — we value your responses just the same!

We appreciate your input in helping us move the City of Royal Oak forward!

Take the survey.

Pick Up a Park Passport

You can pick up a Park Passport at the Sights & Sounds concert at the Farmers Market on Wed, Aug 9, from 5-7 PM.

They are $5 each.

What's a Park Passport?

ABE charity preview to benefit the Royal Oak Civic Foundation

Arts, Beats & Eats will host a special charity preview to benefit the Royal Oak Civic Foundation. The special fundraising event will happen at 5th Avenue, Royal Oak’s iconic hotspot and multi-level event venue. Premium patio and deck seating for event sponsors is wrapped together with an adjacent street party on 5th Street for a unique indoor-outdoor sneak peek of festival highlights.

If you go:

What: Arts Beats & Eats on 5th: Charity Preview Benefitting the Royal Oak Civic Foundation
Where: 5th Avenue Bistro, 215 W 5th St
When: Thursday, August 24; 5:30 pm to 9:30 pm.

Learn more.

Ribbon Cutting: he Michigan WWII Legacy Memorial

Don't miss the dedication ceremony for The Michigan WWII Legacy Memorial on Aug. 10 at 4 PM at Memorial Park.

Food will be available following the event from Mission BBQ and Chicken Shack.

Parking is available in the public lot at the Memorial site for our WWII veterans and original Rosies as well as for those with difficulty walking. Additional parking is available in lots located at 13 Mile and Coolidge.

Learn more.

Sweeper Schedule

Street sweeping returned Monday, July 17. It'll take approximately three weeks to clean Royal Oak's 214 miles of local streets.

Check out the street sweeping schedule using the DPS Tracker map.

Please note that the schedule may vary depending on weather conditions, equipment availability, and other priorities.

Food Truck Rally at the Market

The food truck rally happens every month at the Royal Oak Farmers Market. Enjoy more than eight food trucks, face painting, balloon art, crafts table for the children, and local vendors selling their homemade items.

Please visit Facebook at Royal Oak Farmers Market for more information and the list of food trucks attending.

2023 Schedule

Wednesday, Aug 9 4-9pm
Wednesday, Sept 13 4-8pm
Wednesday, Oct 11 4-8pm

Sign Up for Construction Updates

Don't miss a beat when it comes to roadwork projects in Royal Oak. Sign up for weekly construction updates on:

Rochester Road
Vinsetta Boulevard
Normandy Road
Lincoln Avenue
Sidewalk Program
Residential Road Reconstruction Projects and more!

Get the latest info directly to your inbox or through convenient text notifications.

Or visit this one-stop hub to keep you in the loop on all the city construction projects happening around town.

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.

Sign up by clicking on the link below.

Royal Oak Historical Society email sign-up form.

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.

More information.

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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