West Nile

The City of Royal Oak was informed by the county health division that they detected a positive mosquito pool for West Nile Virus from a trap set at Quickstad Park. 

Please visit: https://www.oakgov.com/health/information/Pages/West-Nile-Virus.aspx...

Why is My Water Cloudy?

Here are five things to know about brown/cloudy water:

1. Water can appear cloudy and/or rusty whenever there is a large draw of water from the water main. This can occur when water valves are opened and closed, when there are water main breaks, and when h...

Facility & Pavilion Rentals

Royal Oak residents have priority to reserve picnic shelters, meeting rooms, gymnasiums, a gazebo and more.

What Can I Recycle?

Go to the Waste Wizard to find out!

News for Seniors

5 Things Every Royal Oak Senior Should Know!

1. Emergency Notifications

Royal Oak utilizes a mass notification system called Civic Ready to keep residents informed about critical events within the community. Examples include snow emergencies, missing person...

Holiday Magic Marketplace

Join us for Holiday shopping with over 60 crafters, tree lighting, visit with Santa and more.

Become a Vendor

Learn more. Find information, applications and tips on how to become a part of the Royal Oak Farmers Market experience.

Facility Rental

The Royal Oak Farmers Market is available for event rental year round.

About the Market

What began as a community farmers market in 1925 is now a city institution.

Calendar of Events

There is always something happening at the Royal Oak Farmers Market.

ARPA Open House

Before the City of Royal Oak makes its final decisions on how to allocate the approximately $28 million in funding the city received through the federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), we’ll be hosting and open house for all Royal Oak residents...

West Nile Update

The City of Royal Oak was informed by the county health division that they detected a positive mosquito pool for West Nile Virus from a trap set at Quickstad Park.

Please visit: https://www.oakgov.com/health/information/Pages/West-Nile-Virus.aspx

Share Your Feedback on ARPA Funding

Non-Domestic Animals Ordinance

Royal Oak recently passed an ordinance regarding non-domestic animals. Visit romi.gov/license for more information and licensing requirements.

Neighborhood Resources

The neighborhood toolkit provides numerous resources for community members.

News for Seniors

Offering a variety of groups and activities, the senior center is open to anyone age 50 plus.

Report a Concern

Report issues such as potholes, blighted properties, downed trees and more.

Signup for Weekly eBlast

The Weekly eBlast is the easiest way to stay up-to-date on the latest news, information and can't-miss events happenings in Royal Oak. We publish every Friday and send directly to your email or cellphone. If you want to increase your knowledge on what is ...

Royal Oak OKs plan for new downtown restaurant Miami

Royal Oak named one of the Top 100 places to live in the US

New Mediterranean restaurant Bohemia opens in Royal Oak

How Oak House Deli Became One of Metro Detroit’s Favorite Vegan-Friendly Restaurants

Farmington couple brings healthy Nautical Bowls concept to Royal Oak

Royal Oak man fixes bikes, spreads cheer with mobile repair service Little Bus Bikes

Metro Detroit’s kabob king restarts reign in Royal Oak Farmers Market

Vectorform Joins NTT DATA, Bolsters Innovation and Digital Transformation Services

HED becoming second major company to relocate to Royal Oak

Fitch Ratings has affirmed Royal Oak 'AA' bond rating

First Episode of Royal Oak Chamber TV Has Hit The Airwaves

Royal Oak Poised for a Downtown Building Boom

Ambassador Named "Coolest Places to Work" by Crain's Detroit

Beaumont moving forward on Royal Oak shopping center

Former Citizens Bank building in downtown Royal Oak planned for demolition, mixed-use development

Bistro 82 owner to bring roadhouse-style restaurant to Royal Oak

Cambridge Consulting to Move to Downtown Royal Oak from Troy

Study lists several Oakland County cities among ‘safest’ in Michigan

$15 million Harrison Residences redevelopment brings 75 units close to downtown Royal Oak

Banned Books Week T-Shirts Are Sold Out!

Library Remodeling

For the next few weeks, we are remodeling portions of the library, with most of the work happening on the main floor. There will be disruptions to some services. Otherwise, we are open and operating!

Sunday Library Re-Openings

Shopping On Amazon?

Did you know that you can contribute to the Friends of the ROPL at the same time at no additional cost to you? In 2014, the Friends of the Royal Oak Public Library joined the AmazonSmile program. The program started in 2013 to offer shoppers a simple way ...

Royal Oak Public Library Releases New Subscription Newsletters

The Royal Oak Public Library has updated their newsletter offering, developing new newsletters for people interested in the Library. From book lists to programs, information from administration to adult services to youth, users will be able to pick and ch...

Michigan Renaissance Festival Discounted Tickets Via MAP Now Available!

The Michigan Renaissance Festival kicked off Saturday, August 20 in Holly, Michigan. As has been the case most years the Michigan Renaissance Festival is a MAP partner destination. As a result you can save by using the super secret MAP promotion code of r...

Huron-Clinton Metroparks Joins Michigan Activity Pass Program

The Huron-Clinton Metroparks and the system’s 13 unique parks are now officially the newest destinations in the Michigan Activity Pass (MAP) program, offering public library card holders across the state the chance to check out and access these world-clas...

Homeowners/Neighborhood Associations

Royal Oak is home to many residents who are actively involved in representing the interests of their home and neighborhoods.

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