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.

Annual Armenia Fest

Experience the Annual Armenia Fest at the Royal Oak Farmers Market.

• Immerse yourself in Armenian traditions with:
•  Armenian crafts, artwork, souvenirs, music, cookbooks, and jewelry
• Authentic Armenian food, including delicious kebabs, stuffed grape leaves, pastries, and breads
• Live performances by The Armenia Fest All-Stars
• A captivating dance performance by the Hamazkayin Arax Dance Troupe, showcasing local Armenian youth skilled in the art of Armenian folk dance

Admission is free. Indulge in an unforgettable evening that celebrates Armenia and its rich cultural heritage. Don't miss out!

If you go: 

Date: Saturday, July 22nd

Time: 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Location: Royal Oak Farmers Market, 316 E. 11 Mile Road, Royal Oak

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

Preliminary Report on Vinsetta Bridges  is Available Online

In 2022, the Royal Oak City Commission granted approval to the Royal Oak Historical District Study Committee's request to conduct a study on the concrete bridges located on Vinsetta Boulevard. 

The purpose of the study is to determine if these bridges are eligible for historic designation.

Read the report.

The committee's report is open for public review and comment through Aug. 31. Comments may be directed via email to Carol Schwanger at CarolS@romi.gov

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.