Fall Leaf Collection Schedule

As the trees start shedding their colorful foliage, it's that time of year again – the Fall Leaf Collection! 

Curious about when the leaf collection crews will be cruising through your area? You're in luck! The official schedule is now available online. 

Tired of raking leaves?  

Recent studies reveal that mowing leaves into your lawn can work wonders for its health! Multiple universities have discovered that incorporating organic matter and nutrients from leaves into your lawn can enhance its overall quality. It's a simple and effective method – why not give it a shot?

Election 2023: Drop Box Locations

For your convenience, you can return your Official Absent Voter Ballot to one of four drop boxes locations.

The election drop boxes for ballots are under constant surveillance via security cameras and are located at:

• City Hall, 203 S Troy Street, at the east entrance and on the north side of the building. (Two locations)
•  Royal Oak Police Station, 450 E 11 Mile Road. The drop box is located in the lobby. The station is open 7 days a week/24 hours a day.
• John Lindell Ice Arena, 1500 Lexington Blvd.

Election Information

Local elections are crucial for residents to participate in because they directly impact the our community's future. Everything you need to know the  election process, including registration deadlines, polling locations, what's on the ballot and more can be found using the Michigan Voter Information Center.

Heroes and Legends

The Royal Oak Concert Band presents “Heroes and Legends"-- the first concert of the 2023-2024 season. It begins at 3 p.m. on Sunday, October 29 at the Royal Oak Middle School Auditorium, 709 N. Washington Ave.  The admission is $12 for adults, $10 for seniors, and children 12 and under are free. Tickets are available at the door or online at www.royaloakconcertband.org.

Last Food Truck Rally of 2023

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, Oct 11   4-8 pm

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.