City Commission Meets Monday, Summer Taxes and More

Upcoming Agendas

Crime Log

Construction Updates

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.

Best Places to Live

Royal Oak ranks as one of the 10 safest places to live in Oakland County — and that’s just the beginning. According to Niche, we’ve earned an A+ overall rating for our top-tier schools, vibrant nightlife, parks, walkability, and overall quality of life.

We’re also top 10 in multiple categories across the county:

#2 – Best Places for Young Professionals
#2 – Best Suburbs for Young Professionals
#8 – Best Suburbs to Buy a House
#10 – Best Places to Live
#10 – Best Suburbs to Live

Reminder!

Summer Taxes are Due July 31. If you wait until August 1 or later, interest will be added each month.

Can You Pay in Two Parts?

Yes! You can split the bill into two payments:

Pay the first half by July 31
Pay the second half by October 31
If you pay late, you’ll be charged extra on what you still owe.

Can You Pay Online?

Paying online is fast and easy!

Same-day posting until 11:59 PM
No stamp or trip needed
No fee with e-Check (use your bank routing number)

Fall 2025 Insight & Your Schools

The City of Royal Oak and Royal Oak Schools have teamed up to bring you one info-packed newsletter. Insight & Your Schools is available online, with something for everyone in your household!

Pick Up the 2025 Park Passport

You can pick up the 'Farmers Market Edition' of the 2025 Park Passport in the Royal Oak Farmers Market office and at City Hall during normal business hours. Now paperback perfect bound with a glossy cover, the new passport is packed with fresh photos, and updated info on all 51 parks.

Farm Fresh Fridays: New Vendor Alert!

Stop by the Royal Oak Farmers Market and give a big welcome to T and M Houpt Farms from Dundee, MI! Come early and stock up on the freshest picks of the season!

The Friday market is open Fridays from 7 a.m.–1 p.m.

Royal Oak Senior Center is Closed

The Senior Center is closed for renovations, including updated bathrooms, new flooring, and more. Staff have relocated to the Royal Oak Public Library to continue to serve you throughout the project.

Transportation and travel will continue as usual.
ROSES and AGE counseling and support programs will continue as usual.
If you're registered for a program, staff will be in touch to update you. We're working hard to find alternative locations for as many programs as possible to minimize impact on services.

The renovation is expected to be completed by August 18. We can't wait to welcome you back into our brighter and better Center! Thanks for your patience as we work to create an improved facility for all.

Welcome Guide

Board & Committee Vacancies

Event Calendar

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.