Please be advised that in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the City of Royal Oak will have several closures and service adjustments.

• Recycling/Trash Collection: NO DELAY in services.
• Downtown Parking:  On-street and surface lot parking is FREE on Monday, Jan. 20; normal rates and hours apply in city-owned public parking decks.
• City Facilities: CLOSED on Monday; the library will be closed Saturday, Jan 18 through Monday, Jan 20.
• MLK Day of Service: The cities and school districts of Royal Oak, Berkley, and Clawson will host a joint MLK Day of Service event to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on Monday, January 20 from 9 - 11:30 a.m. at Berkley High School, 2325 Catalpa, Berkley.

A special thanks to our first responders and other essential workers in our community who will work during the MLK holiday (and throughout the year) to keep everyone safe and healthy. If you have an emergency please call 911.

In anticipation of severe Arctic blast, the City of Royal Oak has established warming centers. 

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The City of Royal Oak & Michigan Battle of the Buildings are partnering to offer local businesses, organizations, and community buildings the opportunity to lower their building energy use. Local businesses in the Royal Oak community can join the Michigan Battle of the Buildings and receive the following benefits:

• Get FREE energy benchmarking for one year
• Receive a FREE energy walkthrough and recommendations from the Small Business Association of Michigan
• Receive a building scorecard
• Get access to utility rebate matching

The Michigan Battle of the Buildings is a state-wide awards and recognition program open to various building types in the state of Michigan for achievements made in energy and water use reduction. There is no cost to join or participate.

• Virtual Session: Jan. 21, 2025, 10:00 AM via Zoom. [Sign Up Here]

Take the Recreation Customer Satisfaction Survey and help us make our parks and programs even better. Hurry! The survey closes on Friday, Jan. 31. Don’t miss your chance to give your feedback!

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The SECOND DRAFT of Royal Oak's updated Master Plan is here! This 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.

VIEW THE MASTER PLAN

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. 

Quick Links

• Jobs Opening in the City of Royal Oak
• Homeowners Association Information
• Rodent Control Handbook
• Library Events & More
• Senior Times Newsletter
• Making Online Payments