No Mow May Returns

 Welcome the spring season by holding off on lawn mowing in the month of May. When you do, you help our pollinator population thrive.

You can show your support by purchasing a reusable NO MOW MAY yard sign at City Hall for $5.

What You Need to Know about NO MOW MAY!

• The decision not to mow your lawn is VOLUNTARY.
•  Residents who participate will NOT receive notices from code enforcement for the month of May ONLY.
• All proceeds from the signs will go towards protecting our native bee population.
• You DO NOT have to purchase a sign to participate.

Learn more 

Women Lighthouse Keepers

The Royal Oak Historical Society presents 'Women Lighthouse Keepers.'

Listen to stories of Great Lakes lighthouses and the the women who kept the lights burning. The speaker is  Ellen Kehoe. 

If you go:

• When: Friday, May 12 at 7:00 pm
• Where: Royal Oak Historical Society Museum, 1411 W Webster
• Cost : $10
• Register

Be a Part of the Memorial Day Parade

The Royal Oak Memorial Day Parade has been held on Memorial Day for several decades as a respectful tribute to our veterans - past and present.

The 2023 parade steps off at 9:00 am on Main Street at Lincoln on Monday, May 29. The Memorial Day Ceremony immediately follows.

The Veterans Events Committee invites military and veterans groups, marching bands, community and faith groups, and school and scouting groups from Royal Oak and neighboring communities to apply to participate.

2023 Memorial Day Parade Application

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.