Join us for the 'Celebration of the Century' on Dec. 2 & 3

Tree Lighting | Centennial Commons Dedication

Local retailers | Entertainment | Trolley rides | Kids' Activities | Food

Royal Oak is 100. Let's celebrate!

Centennial festivities will take place on Dec, 2 & 3 from 4-9 PM at City Hall, Police Station, Farmers Market, Royal Oak Public Library, Centennial Commons and the Henry Ford Health System Medical Center.

The two-day event is FREE and fun for the whole family.

Learn more about the Celebration of the Century

New library hours?

The Royal Oak Public Library is considering a change in its open hours. When analyzing foot traffic (both pre- and post-pandemic open hours) the busiest time is when we open. We have very little traffic after 8:00 pm.

With the Henry Ford Surgical Center opening soon, we would serve their patients and their families/friends better with an earlier opening time.

The proposed change is budget neutral. The hours would shift to open at 9am instead of 10am, and close at 8:00 pm instead of 9:00 pm.

Please provide your input using this link.

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Back-In Parking on S Washington Avenue is Here

As part of Royal Oak’s new parking meter system, a small number of parking spaces located on S Washington Avenue and W Seventh Street will be designated as back-in angle parking.

Back-in angle parking uses the same process and motions as parallel parking but is much easier and safer. And the spaces are wider, too! It provides motorists with better vision of bicyclists, pedestrians, and other cars as they exit a parking space and enter the roadway. In addition, back-in angle parking allows safer access to trunk space and allows passengers to enter and exit a vehicle safely.

We have set up a space for you to practice in the west lot of the Royal Oak Farmers Market.

Of course, you don’t have to use the back-in angle parking spaces. The downtown decks are clean, spacious, and well lit. Best of all, your first two hours are always free whenever you park in one of the city’s four public parking structures. You may also prefer to park in a surface lot or in any number of traditional on-street parking spaces located throughout the downtown area.

Learn more about Sentry Parking Meters.

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.

New Refuse Carts on the Way!

The City of Royal Oak is pleased to introduce new 64-gallon wheeled refuse carts at no direct cost to property owners. (At 64-gallons, the carts are identical in size to our current recycling carts.)

While we know many people cannot wait for the new carts to arrive later this month, we also know that others are not interested.

If you’d like to opt out of receiving a cart before deliveries begin, please complete and submit this form.

But before you opt-out, we encourage you to first consider using the cart for several weeks. If you still don’t want it, contact the Department of Public Services at 248-246-3300 and we’ll pick it up.

Important note: the carts provided during the initial deployment are free – should you chose to opt out and later request a cart there will be a charge of approximately $50.

Royal Oak Commission for the Arts Community Survey

In only 5 or 6 minutes, you can help shape the future of public art in Royal Oak by answering a brief survey. Your responses will help the Royal Oak Commission for the Arts to better understand where and how public art can impact the quality of life in our hometown.

Take the survey at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ROCFA

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!

Updates on I-75

Find information, maps, resources, frequently asked questions and more on the the Modernize I-75 Project website.

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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