The Royal Oak Planning Commission will hold a town hall style special meeting to field questions regarding the current draft master plan on Monday, Sept. 16, starting at 6 p.m. in the City Commission Chambers, Room 121, at the Royal Oak City Hall, 203 S Troy St.

The FIRST DRAFT of Royal Oak's updated Master Plan is here! This first draft presents a key milestone in the master plan update process. It signifies a major step toward adopting a new, comprehensive plan that outlines our community's vision as we grow and evolve over the next 20-30 years.

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The City of Royal Oak will unveil a monument honoring Elizabeth Hamer, a freedom seeker and one of the city’s earliest pioneers. The ceremony will take place on:

• When: Monday, September 23, 2024, at 2:00 p.m.
• Where: Hamer Finch Wilkins Park, located at Beechwood Drive and Crooks Road, Royal Oak.

The unveiling coincides with International Underground Railroad Month. In 2023, the burial sites of Henry and Elizabeth Hamer at Royal Oak Cemetery were officially added to the National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom. 

The monument was crafted by Austen Brantley, a Detroit-based, self-taught sculptor known for work inspired by African and classical art. 

Enhancements to Hamer Finch Wilkins Park were made possible through support from the 2023 Oakland County Parks Community Park and Trail Grant, a generous donation from The Boji Group, and contributions from the Royal Oak Commission for the Arts and other community supporters.

Are you a local artist looking to make an impact? The Royal Oak Commission for the Arts is accepting applications for our community's next Artist Laureate. The selected artist will receive a stipend, a year of community support, and a chance to showcase their work with a public art project.

All disciplines welcome! Applicants must be a Royal Oak resident or employee to apply.

Apply now and stand out! Applications will be reviewed in November. 

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The M/M Senior Community Center is dedicated to enhancing the lives of seniors in our community with a wide range of activities and services to keep older adults active, healthy, and engaged. 

Download and print the guide or call 248-246-3900 and request to have it sent to your home address.

You can also pick up printed version is available at the Mahany Meininger Senior Center, 3500 Marais Ave.

DOWNLOAD A 4-PAGE INFORMATION GUIDE! 

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. Still can’t find what you are looking for? Email citymanager@romi.gov or call 248-246-3200 and someone will get back to you. 

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• Rodent Control Handbook
• Library Events & More
• Senior Times Newsletter
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