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44th District Court, 400 East 11 Mile Rd, Royal Oak MI 48067, Ph. 248-246-3600

Divisions

Administration
Under supervision of the Chief Judge, Court Administrator serves as the executive officer for the 44th District Court. The Court Administrator is responsible for the administrative management of all non-judicial functions of the Court. This includes personnel management, fiscal management, scheduling and case management, record management, jury utilization and other administrative duties. The Court personnel includes the two Judges, twenty-two fulltime employees, seventeen part-time employees, and over 10 probation volunteers.

Criminal
Maintains records on all misdemeanor and felony offenses and is responsible for the processing, scheduling and noticing of all Criminal cases in the court.

Traffic
Responsible for maintaining records and processing all traffic civil infractions, parking violations, and code enforcement proceedings. Check here for traffic fines and points.

Civil
Maintains records on general civil, landlord/tenant and small claims cases and is responsible for the scheduling, processing and noticing of these cases.

Probation Department
This department is responsible for the supervision, counseling, and referral of defendants placed on probation. The Probation Department here at the 44th District Court is a full service probation department that also performs all alcohol screening assessments and presentence investigations.

History of the Court

Royal Oak became a City on June 21, 1921. The City Charter adopted a Manager form of government on November 8, 1921. John E. Brondige was appointed Justice of the Peace on that same day and held court in the old Village Hall on Main Street at the southwest corner of Third Street. Judge Brondige served the citizens of Royal Oak 34 years as the Justice of the Peace from 1921-1949 and as Royal Oak's Municipal Judge from 1949-1955.

In 1925 the Courthouse moved to Troy and Third streets in a new city hall where the Royal Oak Police station now stands. On November 4, 1949 the City Charter was amended establishing a Municipal Court and Justice of the Peace John E. Brondige became Royal Oak's first Municipal Judge. In 1953, the Courthouse moved to a new location, a temporary home, on the 3rd floor of the City Municipal building. In 1968 the State Legislature established the District Court System. The first building designed and built specifically as a courthouse in the City of Royal Oak was dedicated on May 1, 2001, on the site south of Eleven Mile Road and east of Troy Street.

Unlike many District Courts throughout the State which handle cases for several cities; example, the 45th District Court in Oak Park serves as the District Court for Pleasant Ridge, Royal Oak Township and Huntington Woods, the 44th District Court because of the size of Royal Oak, serves just the City of Royal Oak. This was set up by the Legislators in Lansing based on the population and discussions with the community leaders.

Justices of the Peace and Municipal Judges

John Brondige (1921-1955)

William Sevald (1949-1959)

Fletcher Renton (1955-1959)

District Court Judges

Keith Leenhouts (1959-1969)

Elmer Hartwig (1959-1972)

John Osgood (1969-1982)

Francis X O Brien (1972-1978)

John R Mann (1978-1990)

Daniel Sawicki (1982- )

Terrence H Brennan (1991- )

Jury Duty

Why is Jury Service Important?
The United States Constitution guarantees all people, regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, or economic status, the right to trial by an impartial jury. Justice ultimately depends to a large measure upon the quality of the jurors who serve in our courts and that's why you are important.

What is My Duty as a Juror?
As a juror, you must be fair and impartial. Your actions and decisions must be free of any bias or prejudice. Your actions and decisions are the foundation of our judicial system.

How was I selected?
You were selected at random from a list of driver registrations who live in the City of Royal Oak.

Am I Eligible?
Jurors must:

• Be a citizen of the United States
• Reside in the City of Royal Oak
• Be at least 18 yrs of age
• Be able to read and write
• Be of sound mind
• Not have been convicted of a felony

Who can be excused from Jury Duty?
You are entitled to be excused as a juror if you:

• Are over 70 yrs of age
• Are a caretaker of a person who is an invalid
• Can show a physical or mental impairment
• Inability to comprehend or to communicate in English

If you have a serious problem with the date you are scheduled to report, you may call the juror hotline at 246-3600 and ask for a postponement. If the judge does grant you a postponement, you will be given a new date to report, usually within 4-8 weeks. Since jury duty is a constitutional responsibility, requests for postponements are not taken lightly.

What are the Different Types of Cases?
There are two basic type of cases; criminal and civil.

     Criminal Case

A criminal case results when a person is accused of committing a crime. You, as a juror, must decide whether the person charged is guilty or not guilty. The accused person is presumed innocent, and the City or State, represented by a prosecutor, must prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt . The verdict must be 6-0 (unanimous).

     Civil Cases

A civil case results from a disagreement or dispute between two or more parties. In a civil case, you, as a juror, must answer questions of disputed facts based upon the testimony and evidence admitted by the Judge. The answers to these questions are called the verdict. In civil cases, 5 out of 6 must agree on the verdict.

Will I be Paid for Being a Juror?
Yes. You will be paid $12.50 for a half day (until 12 noon), and $20 for a whole day plus .10 cents a mile from your home to the court.

Must My Employer Pay Me While I Am On Jury Duty?
Your employer is not required to pay you while on jury duty; however, employers are prohibited by law from firing an employee for serving on a jury nor can your job be affected by serving on a jury.

What Is The Juror Information System?
Your juror notice will give you a phone number (246-3646) that you are asked to call two working days before the trial is to begin. When you call this number you will hear a recorded announcement instructing you to either call back the next day after 5 pm or where and what time to report for jury selection.

Programs

Traffic Attitude Program (TAP)
The court's Traffic Attitude Program was designed for offenders of driving violations and is under the supervision of the Judges and direction of Probation Director Gerald Tarchala. The program is one of only several education programs in the State which is operated by a District Court. The program consists of approximately 10 hours of instruction including Michigan's drinking and driving laws: driving techniques taught by professionals, and a breathalyzer presentation by a Royal Oak police officer. The program ensures that the information offenders receive is consistent with the needs of rehabilitation and the priorities of the Court.

Community Service Program
This sentencing alternative to jail time provides Judges with the opportunity to order non-violent offenders to perform community volunteer work as part of their sentence or in lieu of payment of fines and costs if they are indigent. Placements are found in governmental , Church or community non-profit agencies and are supervised by the Probation Department.

Volunteer Probabion Officer Program
The Court provides an important link to the community through its Volunteers-in-Probation Program which has been in existence since the early 1960's. After completing a training course provided by the probation staff, citizens handle a caseload geared to their own time and availability. (for more information, call (248) 246-3670).

Educational Group Visits / Tours
The court encourages the community to learn more about its operation and jurisdiction through special arrangements. Local schools annually bring groups of students for tours of the facility, observing courtroom proceedings, and meeting with the Judges. (for more information, call Court Officer at (248) 246-3648.

Sm Claims

Click on this underlined title to read about "How to make small claims work for you".

You may visit the Small Claims Division during office hours (8:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M.), Monday through Friday. The Small Claims Division is located on the 1st floor of Court building at the District Court clerk window. Click here for a Map on how to get to the courthouse. The telephone number is (248) 246-3600. If you are filing a new Small Claims case, please arrive at the Court no later than 4:00 P.M.

You may file a Small Claims action if the amount of damages is $3,000 or less. Before filing your claim, you should have some idea of what your chances are of collection. A Judgment for you does not mean that you will receive "automatic payment". It simply means that you have proven to the satisfaction of the Court that the person you sued owes you money.

The party you have sued may be penniless or bankrupt, may have gone out of business, or left town, may not earn enough for you to garnish their wages, or for other reasons it may be impossible to make the defendant pay. Income such as welfare, unemployment, social security, etc. can not be garnished. If you can't collect, then a judgment in your favor may turn out to be a hollow victory.

Here are a few of the most commonly asked questions about Small Claims Court...

Is Royal Oak's 44th District Court the right Court to file my Small Claims action?

The answer is YES if any ONE of the following statements are true:

• The defendant lives in the City of Royal Oak, or the defendant is a business that has its principal place of business in the City of Royal Oak.
• A person was injured or personal property was damaged in the City of Royal Oak.
• A defendant signed or entered into a contract in the City of Royal Oak, a contract of obligation was to be performed in the City of Royal Oak, or the defendant was a corporation and the contract was breached in the City of Royal Oak.

What form should I fill out and where do I get it?

• You need Affidavit and Claim Small Claims form # DC-84. Use this form to file a claim against the Defendant.
• They are available at the Court Clerk's office for $1.00 each. or go online to: http://courts.michigan.gov/scao/courtforms/smallclaims/scindex.htm

What Fees will I have to pay? 

• $25.00   - If the claim you are filing is for $600 or less.
• $45.00   - If the claim is for between $600 and $1,750.
• $65.00   - If the claim is for between $1,750 and $3,000.
• $10.00   - If you want us to mail the papers by Certified Mail.
• $20.00+ - If you want our Court Officer to personally serve the papers. This fee varies depending on where the defendant lives.

  Note: If the Judge/Magistrate rules in your favor, then costs (including those listed above) will be added to your claim at the time of the Judgment and the Defendant will be responsible for reimbursing you for those costs.

Before Starting a Small Claims Lawsuit...

Before starting a Small Claims lawsuit in the 44th District Court, as the Plaintiff you should be aware:

1. In most accident cases, the amount you may sue for is the amount not covered by insurance, not to exceed $500, and
2. You give up the following rights:
   
   1. The right to have an attorney represent you,
   2. The right to a jury trial, and
   3. The right to appeal
3. The defendant(s), however, may choose not to give up their rights and may demand before or at the time of the Small Claims hearing that the case be transferred to the court's regular Civil Division where attorneys are allowed. If that happens, you may want to consult your own attorney.

Hearings

On the day and time you are scheduled to appear, report to the Court Clerk's window on the 1st floor. Bring with you any evidence and witnesses you wish to present.

1. If the defendant appears and admits responsibility, a consent judgment is entered against the defendant.
2. If the defendant fails to appear after proper service, a default judgment will be entered against the defendant.
3. If you fail to appear, the case will be dismissed.

Collecting Money from a Small Claims Judgment

How much money can I collect?

You many collect the amount stated in your Small Claims judgment plus any interest that accumulated during the time the other party pays off the debt.

How can I collect my money?

1. If the defendant has the money and is present at the hearing, he/she can pay you at that time.
2. If the defendant does not have the money at that time, and both parties agree, the Judge/Magistrate can set up a payment plan.
3. If the defendant does not pay the judgment as ordered, there are two procedures available to you: execution against property and garnishment.

What is an execution?

An execution allows a court officer to seize property belonging to the defendant which can be sold to pay your judgment. To file an execution against property, you may pick up a copy of the form (MC 19) at the court clerk's window (or go online: http://courts.michigan.gov/scao/courtforms/generalcivil/gcindex.htm).
In order to do this however, you will have to wait 21 days after your small claims judgment was signed, pay a nominal fee, and need to know where the defendant lives and what assets he/she may have.

What is a Garnishment?

A garnishment allows you to collect your judgment by garnishing the defendant's wages, bank accounts, or other sources such as income tax refunds. You first must wait 21 days after your small claims judgment was signed before you pick up the form at the court clerk's window. Before you may do this however, you will need to know where the defendant works, where his/her assets are located, what bank/credit union the defendant uses, etc.

Tickets

Traffic Violations - General

What is a Traffic Case?
If you violate the Michigan Motor Vehicle code and are issued a ticket by a police officer, you may be subject to fines and points on your driving record if it is a civil infraction. If your ticket is for a misdemeanor traffic violation, the penalty may include a jail sentence. Both civil infractions and misdemeanor tickets may be disputed in a court hearing or trial.

You may visit the Traffic Division during office hours, 8:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M., Monday through Friday. The Traffic Division is located on the 1st floor of the Court Building and the telephone number is (248) 246-3600. But first, please review carefully all information on both the front and back of the citation / ticket.

Minor traffic infractions such as moving and mechanical violations are handled in the Traffic Division. Misdemeanor and felony cases(drunk driving cases for instance) are handled in the Criminal Division.

Payment of Fines
The Court accepts payment by cash , check (unless your drivers license has been suspended), money order, credit cards (visa/master) or cashier's check. Checks and money orders should be made payable to the 44th District Court, and can be sent through the mail, remitted in person at the Court, or placed in the drop box in front of the Court Building or City Hall. Please include the ticket number on the check or money order.

Traffic Tickets:
Credit card payments can be made online via the internet at:
https://payments.clemis.org/clmcitationpay
You need LAST NAME as it appears on the ticket AND ticket number OR driver's license number

Parking Tickets
Credit card payments can be made online via the internet at Government Payment Services, Inc or by calling 1-888-604-7888. You will need to provide the following:

• The 44th District Court 4-digit Pay Location Code # (3031)
• Your ticket or case number
• The amount owed

For information regarding your ticket/case/citation number and amount owed, call (248)246-3600 during office hours, 8:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M., Monday through Friday.

To Plead Not Guilty
If you wish to plead not guilty, before your appearance date on the ticket, you must either:

1. Call or write to schedule a Court Hearing date, or
2. Write an explanation to the Judge.

Scheduling a Court Trial Date can be done in one of two ways:

• You may request a Court Hearing date at the court clerk's office on the 1st floor of the Court Building, on or before the due date written on the citation. On the day of your court hearing, report to the Clerk's Office 15 minutes prior to your scheduled courtroom appearance.
• You may write your request, your letter should include the statement that you intend to plead not guilty and would like a Court Hearing date. After the request is received, your scheduled Court Hearing date will be sent to you by mail within two weeks. If you do not receive the notice, it is your responsibility to call the court at (248)246-3600 and find out your date for your hearing.

Violations that may be Waived
If the officer checked on the ticket (waived), some violations like defective equipment are dismissed upon proof of correction, signed by a police officer, and the signed ticket being returned to the 44th District Court before the due date on the citation (ticket).

Mandatory Appearance
If your citation requires a mandatory appearance, MISDEMEANORS, report to the court clerk's office at 8:15 A.M. on the 1st floor of the Court Building, on any day prior to or on your due date. Failure to do so will result in a warrant being issued for your arrest.

Failure to Appear
Failure to appear in Court as you have promised or are required to will result in the following actions:

• An assessment of additional court costs.
• You will be charged with a failure to appear, which is a misdemeanor and is punishable by a fine, jail or both.
• The Court will notify the Secretary of State of your failure to appear. They will withhold the issuance or renewal of your driver's license and suspend your driving privilege until the case is formally closed.

Traffic Fines and Points

What and Why

What is a District Court?
The Legislature in Lansing established District Courts in Michigan about 28 years ago to help relieve the overcrowded State Circuit Courts. There are about 100 District Courts in the State of Michigan.

The District Court has exclusive jurisdiction in all civil litigation up to $25,000, small claims, garnishment proceedings, evictions, and land contract and mortgage foreclosures.

In the criminal area, District Courts handle all arraignments, most misdemeanor cases, the setting and acceptance of bail, bench and jury trials, sentencings, and preliminary examinations in felony case.

The District Court handles all traffic cases including parking , informal and formal hearings, and trials.

Why the Court is Really For You?
Over 200 years ago, the framers of our Constitution (a document written in only 90 days) asked the Courts to implement words laid down by radicals, dreamers and idealists. They contemplated that State Trial Courts would carry the burden of enforcing the rule of law and protection of individual liberties and indeed, District Courts like Royal Oak handle over 90% of all litigation in the State of Michigan in pursuit of these goals.

A little over 25 years ago the Legislature in Lansing passed a law which allowed citizens to bring claims against another party without the need for an attorney. These cases are filed in Small Claims Court and the amount in question cannot exceed $3,000. Over 1,000 people use this branch of the District Court every year. Any citizen may pick up a pamphlet explaining our Small Claims Court at the court clerk window on the 1st floor of the 44th District Court, at 400 E. Eleven Mile in Royal Oak.

Although our Judicial system may not be perfect, it is still the best system in the world. How often we hear the words,  "If our soft-hearted and soft-headed judges would put some of these people in jail, we would be able to stop crime". Well, we have more prisoners per capita in our jails than any other civilized nation in the world, and none of these prisoners went there voluntarily. They were all put there by judges.

As Judge Sawicki said, "First and foremost this District Court System is important because it is the first level of Trial Courts. It is the court where most of our citizens come and as a result, it is the most visible".

Adoption

Adopting a Pet
The adoption process begins with filling out an adoption application. Then the applicant is interviewed and observed interacting with the pet of their choice. If all three steps are approved, then fees are discussed. When fees are paid and appropriate paperwork signed and processed, the adoption is complete. Check here for Fee Schedule.

Committee

Established by Ordinance § 39-49. The purpose of the Animal Shelter Committee is to advise and assist the City, City Commission, the City administration and staff concerning all issues involving the Royal Oak Animal Shelter. The committee is composed of one or two members of the City Commission, six Royal Oak residents and one ex officio non-voting member appointed by the City Manager. One member of the committee may be a doctor of veterinary medicine, licensed to practice in the State of Michigan, without having established Royal Oak residency. The committee generally meets the 2nd Thursday of each month.

Check these links for additional information about the Animal Shelter Committee:

• Animal Shelter Committee Meeting Documents
• Animal Shelter Committee Ordinance
• Animal Shelter Committee Bylaws

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Donations

A special "Thank you!" to everyone that has donated their time and money to the Animal Shelter! You really do make a difference!

Monetary Donations Needed:
Monetary donations are ALWAYS welcome. Please make your check or money order payable to: The ROOTS Foundation and make sure to write "Animal Shelter" on the memo line. Your donation is tax deductible since the Royal Oak Opportunity To Serve (ROOTS) Foundation is a municipal foundation and your donation is for the "public good". Mail your donation to the City Treasurer, 211 Williams, Royal Oak, Michigan 48067. You may also stop by the animal shelter during open hours (M-F 4pm - 7pm, Sat 10am - 12pm) and drop off your check. Monetary donations will help the city pay the bills to keep the animal shelter open.

Donations of Supplies Needed:
Donations of supplies for the shelter are always needed, but the need for certain supplies change on a daily basis. If you wish to donate supplies, please visit the pet finder site for a current list of needed items listing which is updated on a regular basis: http://members.petfinder.com/~MI151/help.html

But if you wish to donate, please call because we may need the item on the day you call. You may drop off your donations at the shelter during open hours. Many of you have been very generous and we are most appreciative.

Events

Contact:
Dan Godek, Special Projects, Royal Oak Animal Shelter, 248-444-1300

or visit the ROAS on Pet Finder for more current information:  www.roas.petfinder.com

Photos with Santa
Fido Personal Dog Training presents their 3rd annual holiday photos with Santa on Friday, December 9th, from 4 -8 pm! Proceeds from the photos will go to the Royal Oak Animal Shelter. A professional photographer will be taking the photos, and Fido staff will be on hand to help pose the pups. Everyone will have a goody bag to take home, along with great holiday photos. Join in the holiday fun! Photos are $15 each, and you are sure to love them. Fido is located at 703 Livernois, Ferndale. For more information contact Fido at 313.204.6154.

Giving Tree
Beginning December 4th, Bingo Pet Salon is sponsoring a Giving Tree this holiday season to benefit the deserving animals at the Royal Oak Animal Shelter. Ornaments featuring adoptable pets will include the shelter's wish list to help with your holiday shopping. Stop by Bingo and pick up an ornament or two! Your gifts can be returned to Bingo Pet Salon at 108 West 4th Street in Downtown Royal Oak, or to the Animal Shelter at 1515 N Edgeworth, Royal Oak. For more information, contact Bingo at (248) 544-7424.

Get your Royal Oak Animal Shelter Shirts!
T-Shirts: $20
Tank Tops: $15

Fees and Services

Pet List

Click here for a pet list on PetFinder.com

Shelter Hours

Open Hours as of September 10, 2011:
Monday, Wednesday, & Friday: 4:00pm - 7:00pm,
Saturday: 11am to 4pm,
Sunday: 12 noon to 3pm,
Closed on Holidays

The ROAS is located just behind the Matthews-Hargreaves Chevy dealer
between 12 Mile and Stephenson Hwy. The animal shelter building is set back a fair distance,
so you may not see the it from the street.

Address: 1515 N. Edgeworth, Royal Oak, MI 48067

Phone: (248) 246-3364
Fax: (248) 246-3366

E-mail: roanimalshelterstaff@yahoo.com

Animal Control: Requests for Animal Control should be made to the Police Department by calling: (248) 246-3500

Volunteers

Persons wishing to perform volunteer service at the Animal Shelter can apply by downloading the application form, completing it and sending it to:

Royal Oak Police Department
Animal Shelter Volunteer
321 E Third St,
Royal Oak, MI 48067

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Annual Reports

The Coalition seeks collaboration and coordination to accomplish goals and objectives that need to be done to promote prevention efforts. Prevention efforts cannot be addressed by one entity alone. Alcohol, tobacco and other drug use and abuse are a community problem that requires community solutions. The key to changing this social/health problem is though multi-strategies by multi-sectors. Everyone has a role to play. Our function is to give opportunity, direction and technical assistance.

We foster partnerships with businesses, organizations and other non-profits by offering opportunities for involvement in strengthening and sustaining a healthy and safe community to prevent substance abuse. A major function of a Drug Free Community Coalition is to build community capacity. Capacity building involves mobilizing human, organizational, and financial resources to meet project goals. The annual report is for the us to show the community our efforts.

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Contacts

Address: 1500 N Stephenson Hwy, Royal Oak MI 48067

Phone: (248) 546-ROCC (7622)

Email: The Royal Oak Community Coalition

Staff: Diane Dovico, Executive Director
         Jennifer Sheridan, Youth Director and Executive Assistant

Get Involved: If you are interested in becoming actively involved, one or more of the following may appeal to you:

• Action Team member (Teams that are created for a specific project)
• Dialogue Day committee
• Finance Committee
• In-kind services, e.g. mailings & printings
• Membership committee
• Occasional office help
• Organizational development
• Parent Education
• Public Relations

Please join us in our efforts to continue to make this program a success and become a member of the group. Check here for more information on becoming a member.

Donations

Donating to the Royal Oak Community Coalition:

• Online Donations – Donations to the Coalition can be made online via Pay-Pal

Your donation helps to strengthen these initiatives!

Campaigns	Youth Initiatives	Community Initiatives	Training Programs	School Initiatives
CASA National Family Day Campaign	Prom/Graduation	Coalition Leader Training	Science of Brain Addiction	Student  Surveys
ACS Great American Smokeout	Challenge Day	Alcohol/Tobacco Vendor Kits	Say YES to NO	Kindergarten Roundup
Alcohol Awareness Month	All Night Party	Treatment Professional Trainings	Power of One	Parent/Teacher Conferences
SADD’s Don’t Ride with a Drinking Driver	Youth Voices and Advocacy Day	Operation Medicine   Cabinet	MADD Teen Drunk Driving Video	Curriculum Nights
Great Pretenders Holiday	Reaching Higher	Smoke-free Restaurant Brochures	Faith-based Power of One	Open Houses
Driver’s Ed	The ROCC Teen Center	Tobacco Cessation Project	Linking Prevention with Treatment	Raven Rally
Make The Smart Move	Higher Education Scholarship	Drug Information Kit	Positive Social Norming	Career Choices Day
Knowledge is Prevention	Youth Leadership Training	Health Fairs	“Raising a Thinking Child” Book Club	PSA’s Asset      Building

Education

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Events

This printable flyer is a list of our upcoming events.

The Coalition, in partnership with Brooks Patterson’s Brooksie Way Minigrant Foundation (in memory of Brooks Stuart Patterson), is offering 14 fun events and activities for young people and families.

First Aid For Families: Join this interactive class and learn the basics of first aid through hands-on activities. Participants will learn how to treat minor abrasions, burns or more serious wounds while help is on its way. Session 1: November 30th 6:30 - 7:30 (upper elementary and family) Session 2: December 9th 6:30 - 7:30 (pre-teens, teens and family).

Ga-Ga Pit Game: the newest game craze! this high energy dodge ball variation for teens and will be housed in a custom made octagon pit and played in succession with an ultimate winner being determined and prizes awarded. Parents must sign a release of liability form! Session 1: December 17th 5:00 - 7:30 Session 2: December 18th 12:00 - 4:00.

YOGA: Belightful Yoga classes will support participants in developing focus, fitness, concentration and self-awareness, all while having fun. The sessions invite participants to enjoy quality time together while relaxing and taking care of themselves. PARTICIPANTS/PARENTS MUST SIGN A RELEASE OF LIABILITY FORM. Session 1: November 14th 2:00 - 3:00 Session 2: November 21st 2:00 - 3:00.

Martial Arts: The first class is an introduction to Aikido for youth. The second class is an introduction to Aikido for youth & parents, respectively. Both classes are designed for those interested in utilizing Aikido for peaceful conflict resolutions. Session 1: November 11th 7 - 8:30 (boys 10 years and up only) Session 2: November 18th 7 - 8:30 (boys 10 years and up w/ parent).

Self Defense: These courses help women evaluate dangerous situations to access available escape or defense options. It is designed to increase confidence and reduce fear. Classes are for girls and women of all ages, sizes and fitness levels. Session 1: November 16th 3:30 - 4:30 Session 2: December 7th 3:30 - 4:30.

Skate Park: Skate boarding lessons at Modern Skate and Surf, a state of the art facility designed and built by world class X-Games ramp builders “Team Pain”. The sessions are for kids and kids at heart, ages 4 – 64. Skateboard and safety equipment are required and are available for rent. PARENTS MUST SIGN A RELEASE OF LIABILITY FORM! Session 1: November 24th 4:30 - 6:00 Session 2: December 15th 4:30 - 6:00.

TAI CHI: Taoist Tai Chi Society will demonstrate and teach the internal arts and methods of this “soft style” martial arts to improve balance, circulation and strength, as well as increase flexibility and reduces stress. ONE SESSION ONLY November 17th 7 - 8:30.

Building Brain Power: Chartwells Schools Dining Services will facilitate an interactive workshop on how to prepare easy, great tasting, and nutritious after-school snacks. Be prepared to sample the awesome products of the session. ONE SESSION ONLY December 16th 5:00 - 6:00.

[These above activities are made possible with the support from the Brooksie Way Mini-grant]

Flower Fundraiser" - The Royal Oak Community Coalition teamed up with English Gardens to offer Flower of the Month Club. For $35.00, you get a pre-selected monthly bouquet or potted plant. Brighten up your home, office or give away flowers to someone you care about!

"Kohl’s Cares for Kids Program" - allowing you to help give back to community. We have $25.00 gift cards available here. All you have to do is call or email us and we’ll get it in the mail right away. You pay $25.00 and you get a $25.00 gift card, it’s that simple. A certain percent goes to help aide in our efforts here at the ROCC. You can shop for Christmas without having to leave your house!!

Great Pretenders Holiday Celebration: Come celebrate the holidays with the Royal Oak Community Coalition. On December 2nd at 6:00p.m., the Royal Oak Public Library will be hosting our annual holiday celebration with a taste testing of non-alcoholic holiday drinks you can serve for the holiday season and sample holiday food trays donated by our local grocery markets. We will also be showing families how to do easy centerpiece and table settings for the holidays. Bring the whole family! It’ll be a great way to mingle with people from the Royal Oak Community! For more information, please contact: the Coalition office 248-546-7622 or the Library 248-246-3700.

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Meetings

You are invited

The meetings offer an opportunity for community agencies, organizations, concerned adults and young people to network, share resources and collaborate on issues that sustain and strengthen a safe and healthy community that is substance free for children and adults.

Be a part of a growing organization that cares about kids, family and community. There is an educational program at every meeting.

Everyone is welcome to attend the Community Leaders Action Committee meetings! Come as you are, we look forward to meeting you.

Membership

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Mission Statement

Newsletter

The following newsletters are published in Adobe Acrobat format. You will need the Acrobat reader to open them. You can download the Acrobat Reader free from Adobe Systems, Inc. by clicking on the button.

Current Newsletters:

January 2011

February 2011 

October 2011

November 2011

December 2011

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Organization

The Royal Oak Community Coalition is a 501c3 non-profit organization. Our membership consists of volunteers who have an interest in decreasing the devastating effects substance.

The Executive Board is the governing body of the organization and employs a part-time professional staff. The members meet monthly to provide guidance, establish policy, conduct short and long-range planning and carry out programs.

General membership is open to Royal Oak groups and organizations that serve Royal Oak, as well as Royal Oak residents and employees and parents of children in Royal Oak public or private schools. General meetings are held monthly, on the fourth Thursday at 8:30 am at the Churchill Community Education Center.

The executive board, elected by the general membership, governs the ROPC. Committees and action teams implement coalition goals.

Executive Board Members:
President: Richard Granke
Vice President: Elaine Trzasko
Secretary: Margaret Blount
Treasurer: Marie Morris
Members-at-large: John Giordano, Beverly Patchett, Karen Bates, Erin Shaughnessy
ACHC Representative: Carol Hills
Executive Director: Diane Dovico

Staff/Consultants
Executive Director: Diane Dovico
Executive Assistant: Jennifer Sheridan
Evaluator: Dr. Darren Lubbers
Project Event Admin: Lorraine McGoldrick
Youth Director: Jennifer Sheridan

Coalition Leaders Action Committee
Stan Harris, Diann Braun, Mike Ripinski, Diana Wing, Police Chief Chris Jahnke, Ofc. Renee Lavasseur, Ofc. Rich Millard, Linda Reetz, Rhett Billings, Lynn Wilcox, Alex Greenfield, Amanda Huszti, Larry McCarrick, Deanna Tocco, Francie Baldino, Chris Shreve, Dick Granke

Coalition of Healthy Communities (CHC): The Royal Oak Prevention Coalition is an original member of this umbrella organization that includes prevention coalotions encompassing a11 surrounding communities. Recognizing that our neighbors must also see success in their prevention efforts, we support each other and often work together.

Overview

Press Release

For immediate release - December 8

Operation Medicine Cabinet: Join us for the Grand Opening of the Operation Medicine Cabinet Drop-Off Location at the Royal Oak Police Department, 221 East Third Street, Royal Oak, MI on December 11, 2009 from 12pm - 2pm. Read More...

Sign Up Now for the "Breathe Free" Workshop  - Event Flyer
with Dr. Arthur Weaver
February 4, 8-12 & 15, 2010
7:30-9:00 PM

Date:  November 25, 2009

Re: ROCC Holiday Celebration

Come celebrate the holidays with the Royal Oak Community Coalition.  On December 3rd at 6:30p.m., the Royal Oak Public Library will be hosting our annual holiday celebration with recipes from the AAA Great Pretenders brochures that promotes non-alcoholic drinks and smart drinking choices for the holiday season.  We will also be showing families how to do easy centerpiece and table settings for the holidays.  Bring the whole family!  It’ll be a great way to mingle with people from the Royal Oak Community!

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For more information, please contact: 

  Jennifer Sheridan, Coalition Development 248-546-7622

  Diane Dovico, Executive Director 248-546-7622

Press Release - April 2009

The Royal Oak Community Coalition Outperforms National Benchmarks

Distinction Means Healthier Youth and Families in Royal Oak

The Royal Oak Community Coalition (ROCC) recently received exceptionally high marks from the federal government. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration (SAMHSA) is the branch of the federal government that funds Drug Free Community coalitions and additionally rates the progress of Drug Free coalitions across the United States. The Royal Oak Community Coalition is in its fourth year of federal funding and was rated on a range of developmental stages based on their capacity, resources, and ability to perform primary functions.

Battelle Centers for Public Health Research and Evaluation is the federally contracted agency that conducted the research comparing Drug Free Coalitions across the United States.

The bar chart below summarizes the Royal Oak Community Coalitions Stage of Development compared to all coalitions in the United States who received DFC funding beginning in the same award year.

This chart demonstrates the high level of achievement made by Royal Oak Community Coalition and its ability to establish a high functioning non-profit organizational infrastructure. Organizations with a strong infrastructure are able to implement successful prevention projects and initiatives. Elizabeth Bauer of the Michigan State Board of Education said, “Your Board and staff are making a significant contribution to the Royal Oak Community and communities beyond your borders.”

Royal Oak Community Coalition compared to National benchmarks

Jack Claypoole, Chief Administrator of the National Office of Drug Control Policy sent accolades for a job well done!

The Coalition Administration, staff and boards extends a heartfelt thanks to the hundreds of community partners, supporters and volunteers for overwhelming dedication, hours of service and effort you give to help our community to sustain a healthy and safe environment. “It takes measured effort by everyone to do what they reasonably can within the strength based framework embraced by the Coalition”, Diane Dovico, Executive Director.

^{Diane Dovico, Executive Director, Richard Granke, President, Melanie Daugherty, National City Bank Manager,
Jennifer Sheridan, Executive Assistant ROCC}

The Sheridan family recently lost their son and brother, Scott, to a tragic heroin overdose and has been deeply affected by his death. Melanie Daugherty, Branch Manager of National City bank and sister to Scott Sheridan says, “The Royal Oak Community Coalition does so much for the community by bringing people together to help reduce substance abuse. We are so happy to be a part of the coalition’s efforts. They really taught our family how important it is to teach kids about prevention early on so they are more equipped and educated to make smart decisions when they are faced with substance abuse issues. It’s good to know that our brother Scott did not die in vein and they we have the opportunity through the Royal Oak Community Coalition to help educate other children and families about prevention.”

To learn more about the Royal Oak Community Coalition and all of their activities including accessing local resources or watching several taped programs, log on to their website at: www.ci.royal-oak.mi.us/rocc

For more information please contact:
Diane Dovico, Executive Director (248)588-5050 ext. 229
Dr. Darren Lubbers, Grant Evaluator (517)575-8526

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Prevention

Advocating for Prevention through Public Policy and Practices:

• I.D. Checking Guides, Tobacco Vendor Kits
  – Coalition volunteers, officers from the Royal Oak Police Department, and students from Dondero and Kimball SADD chapters made over 100 on-site visits to liquor licensed and tobacco retailers to distribute educational materials. This project has led to a reduction of sales to minors by helping merchants identify a fraudulent I.D. and employ techniques refusing a sale. In a recent federal compliance check, 100% of Royal Oak tobacco merchants refused to sell to minors.
• Parents Who Host Lose the Most, Don’t Be Party to Teenage Drinking
  – The Coalition hosted the countywide kickoff at the Churchill Center. This campaign focuses on reminding parents of the health effects of serving alcohol to minors and the legal ramifications. The Coalition helped coordinate outreach efforts with three high school principals and the Police Department. Parent letters and a brochure, "Tips for Hosting Teen Parties," were distributed to middle and high school Royal Oak families. Letters were sent to hotel/motel managers with a placard reminding parents of the liabilities of renting rooms for teen parties. Newspaper articles appeared in each of the local papers. The cable station continues to display the logo. Liquor license retailers were given window clings for display within their stores. Community and church leaders received letters explaining the campaign and asked for their assistance in spreading the word.
• Building Code – A new item was added to the city inspectors’ checklist regarding where distilled alcohol is displayed in Royal Oak retail stores.

Source: Search Institute 6th, 8th, 10th & 12th Grades

". . .Drug prevention efforts are the most cost-effective approach to the drug problem, sparing society the burden of treatment, rehabilitation, lost productivity, and other social problems."

          John Walter, Director
          Office of National Drug Control Policy

Resources

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Scholarship

Royal Oak Community Coalition

A $500 scholarship will be presented to one senior high school student who lives in Royal Oak or who attends a school in Royal Oak and who meets the following

Criteria:

-Has made a commitment to be drug/alcohol free

-Has participated in community service and/or extra curricular school activities

-Must be a full-time student with eleventh grade credits (verified by the high school contact person).

The candidate shall complete the scholarship application and an essay or power point entitled;

“Why I Am Drug and Alcohol Free.”

Entry must be the original work of the student. Appropriate English grammar and composition are expected.

The candidate shall submit along with their application, two letters of recommendation: one from a non-related adult and one from a non-related peer.

Entries become the property of the Coalition and may be used by the Coalition. The Royal Oak Community Coalition Scholarship Committee will select and notify the winners by April 30^th by phone and letter.

Recipients are to present their project entitled “Why I Am Drug and Alcohol Free” at the Royal Oak Community Coalition May general meeting.

The recipients shall acknowledge the award in writing to the Royal Oak Community Coalition within six weeks of notification.

The monetary sum of $500 will be paid directly to the recipient’s post high school educational/vocational training institute during the 2009-2010 academic year. Recipients shall show proof of registration or enrollment at a post high school educational/ vocational training institution. This is a non-renewal, one-time
scholarship.

All entries must be received on or before 4:00 p.m., March 30, 2010, by mail or in person to: Royal Oak Community Coalition; Scholarship Committee; 1500 N. Stephenson Hwy, Royal Oak, MI 48067

Entries must include: Completed application, two letters of reference and the project entitled “Why I am Drug and Alcohol Free.”

Questions: Please call:  248-546-ROCC

The Royal Oak Community Coalition is a grass roots non-profit organization established in 1983. Our mission is to promote, through collaboration, a healthy community free of substance abuse for youth and those who live in, work in or visit Royal Oak.

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Smoking Cessation

4/30/09 - Smoking Cessation Leadership Academy Award

Contact Person: Diane Dovico, Executive Director, 248-588-5050 x 229
or Lorraine McGoldrick, 248-894-4506

The Royal Oak Community Coalition has been selected as a founding member in the 100 Pioneers for Smoking Cessation Virtual Leadership Academy under the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Service (SAMHSA) new Tobacco-Free Campaign.  In recognition of the Coalition’s commitment to build the capacity of our local agencies, by providing technical assistance, resource development and implementation strategies, we can significantly help people kick the habit of tobacco use.

Tobacco dependence is a major public health issue.  Research indicates people with mental health concerns continue to smoke at alarming rate of 44%, compared to the general public rate of 19%.

Each year in Michigan 14,500 people die of tobacco related deaths and each year every Michigan household spends $637 in state and federal taxes due to costs associated with smoking related illnesses. (Source MI Smoke Free Air)

This project is aimed at partnering with 15 local mental health agencies to ensure their clients receive the most current and cutting edge assistance to challenge their nicotine addiction.

Diane Dovico, ROCC Executive Director, states ‘the coalition’s strengths of motivating participation and coordinating projects along with the coalition’s community creditability lead to this award.’ This initiative comes with financial support to help save lives and support recovery and treatment services for those with additional challenges. Robert Woods Foundation began work on this cessation project in 2003 with a five-year support grant.  Additional funding from the VA, and American Legacy Foundation followed the Robert Woods contributions. 

Royal Oak Community Coalition’s Cessation Network project is being roll out during the next six months. Key elements of the project include: increasing access to cessation resources, raise awareness of the effectiveness of smoking cessation programs, provide information on health insurance benefits that cover prescription and over the counter aid medications, and on-line training opportunities for the health professional.

To learn more about the Royal Oak Community Coalition and their activities including accessing resources to quit tobacco check out www.ci.royal-oak.mi.us/rocc .

Making even a small dent in reducing the use of tobacco in high-risk groups will have a large impact in the overall community’s health.  Our goal is to help those who want to quit to get the help and support they need to succeed.

Resource Matrix

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Success

Support

The major supporters of the Coalition are the City Of Royal Oak and Royal Oak Neighborhood Schools who fund the part-time paid staff. In addition, as of October 2003, the School District has donated office space for the Coalition in the Churchill Community Education Center.

The annual budget is primarily funded through membership fees, donations, grants and fundraising efforts.

Many individuals have made office supply donations and provided in-kind services.

The success of the Coalition is dependent on the continued commitment of those with whom we work with in alliance. Fostering new sector partnerships and broadening our individual volunteer base will help us realize our vision for a healthy and safe community.

"Coming together is a beginning, staying together is progress, and working together is success." - Henry Ford

Supporting Organizational Partners and Individuals

AAA Michigan Insurance, Acorn High School Newspaper, Addams Elementary & PTA, Adriana McCullough, ADXL, Al Carter, Al Elias, Allegra Print & Imaging, Alliance for the Coalition of Healthy Communities, American Cancer Society, Andrew Androff, Andy Linell, Andy Meisner, Ann Redmond, Anne Davies, Annie Harrelson, Anthony Younan, Barb Caddy, Beaumont Foundation, Beaumont Hospital, Bert Stein, Benito’s Pizza, Beth Garcia, Beverly Owens, Bill Allen, Bill Welch, Birmingham Bloomfield Community Coalition, Blair Prince, Bob Taylor, Brian Frick, Brian Gordon, Bruegger’s Bagels, Cable Station WOAK, Cameron State Farm Agency, Carlo Ginotti, Carol Hansen, Carol Hills, Carolyn Krynak Athletic Director, Catherine Goddard, Cathy Kavanaugh, Cathy Zimmerman, Cecelia Boyer, Center for Creative Living, Chamber of Commerce, Charley Gehringer, Charlie the drug dog, Cheryl Fike, Chicken Shack, Chris Hartwig, Chris Orosco, Chris Shreve, Christopher Jahnke, Church of the Holy City, Churchill alternative High School, Churchill Education Center, City of Royal Oak, Claudia Rushlow, Clemens Wittekind, CMN Community Media Network, Colleen McGoldrick, Common Ground Sanctuary, Comprehensive Health Educational Committee, Congressmen Rep, Cono Dovico, Conrad & Barbara Kien, Corinne Khederian, Craig Mangold, Dan Godek, Daniel Morgan, Dark Spark, DaShawn Wallace, Dave Gillian, Dave Sawicki, David Trzasko, David Woodward, Jr., Dawn Flood, Dawn Owen Designs, Dawn Ripinski, Deb Anderson, Debbie Alton, Debbie Frawley, Debbie Saro, Denice Vitale, Dennis Wandrei, Derek Blount, Detroit Area Council Boy Scouts, Diane Alvin, Diane Braun, Dick Rockwell, Donna Bucciarelli, Donnis Reese, Doug Kuhnlein, Doug Platonas, Dr. Paul Erhmann, Dynamic Flowers of Royal Oak, Eastwood Clinic, Eaton & Susan Accountants, Elaine Trzasko, Elks Club, Empowerment Professionals, English Gardens, Erin Shaughnessy, Erin Younan, Family Day Dinner National, First Congregational Church, Flower Company, Frank & Muriel Versagi, Geof Vasquez, George Goike, Gina Mangold, Giordano Graphics, Gordon Foods, Gustafson & Morningstar Dentistry, Healthy Communities Healthy Youth Newsletters, Henry Ford Behavioral Health, Holiday Market, Hollywood Market, Honorable Sander Levin, Hungry Howies, Inn Place Bar & Grill, Inter-Club Council, Jack Turner, Jan Harris, Jan Ivinson, Jane Drake, Janice Laesser, Jeanne Dolson, Jeff Payne, Jennifer Kopsch, Jennifer Sheridan, Jennifer Sullivan, Jerry Olli, Jerry Price, Mayor Jim Ellison, Jim George, Jenni Burke, Jimmy Johns Sandwich Shop, Joanna DiPietro, Jodi Apsey, Jody Godman, John & Christine Hartwig, John Andrew, John Burr, John Giordano, John Houghton, John McCullough, John Pappageorge, John Putman, John Stindt, John Sullivan, John Williams, Join Together, Jonathan Bardelline, Joyce Ann Maierle, Judith Mergerum, Julia Elliott, Kaleidoscopes, Karen Bates, Kathleen Brooks, Kathy Cebbledick, Kathy Knapp, Kathy Williams, Katy Dzwigalski, Kayleigh Delancy, Kelly Michaud, Kely Walker, Kelsey Dovico, Ken Marten, Kendall Leone, Kimball Elementary School, Kirk Goddard, Kiwanis Club, Laney Zarkis Goolsby, Larry McCarrick, Libby Hrabong, Lillian Maples, Lily’s Seafood Restaurant, Linda Anger, Linda Borushko, Linda Pinkston, Linda Reetz, Lindsay Wondero, Lisa Hills, Lisa Sawicki, Lutheran Brotherhood, Lynette Sisson, Lynn Hardaway, Lynn Karnes, Lynn Wilcox, M.A.D.D. – Oakland County Chapter, Madeleine Taylor, , Madison Heights Coalition, Maplegrove, Margaret Blount, Marge Brown, Marianne Peludat, Marie Donigan, Marilyn Urban, Mark Twain Elementary, Mark Weatherwax, Marlin Newburn, Martha Webster, Mary Ellen Graver, Mary Karshner, Mary Martens, Mary Sutton, Maryann Black, Matilda Budge, Mavis Burr, Mel Johnson, Melanie Daugherty, Melissa O’Brien, Metta Lansdale, MI State Senator Rep Jessica Hayden, Michael Betman, Michael Bouchard, Michael Greening, Michael Yocum, Michigan community Health Authority, Michigan Department of Labor, Micigan Family Institute, Michigan State University, Mike & Dawne Ripinski, Mike Fraxier, Mike Stinett, Mikhail Prince, Mirror Club Reporter Jeanne Tower, MLBA, “Most of Us”, Mp Kelly, Mr. Pita, N& A Oil Inc., Nancy Adair, Nancy Morrison, National City Bank, National Coney Island, Nicole DiSaivo, Nila Wilson, Noodles and Company, Norma Regenold, National Council of Jewish Women, Northwood Elementary & PTA, Oak Ridge Co-op Preschool Stephanie Zeilinski, Oak Ridge Elementary, Oakland County Health Division Office of Substance Abuse, Oakland Family Services, Oaks Family Restaurant, Office of Science Education, Optimists, Officer Eric Baroky, Officer Jason Manning, Officer Jim Wern, Officer Mike Facemeyer, Officer Matt Weippert, Officer Richard Mallard, OUR Credit Union, Papa Romanos, Pastor’s Association, Pathways, Patricia Franz, Patrick Wolynski, Paul Funk, Pauline Pruneau, Peggy Lawerence, Peter Glasier, Pfizer, Philip Martens, Prevention Network, Randy & Betty Wendland, Rangers Floral Garden, Reilly Family, Rev. Marshall Dunlap, Rev. Renee & Joseph Machiniak, Richard Wilson, Rochester Auburn Hills Community Coalition, Ron & Marianne Peludat, Ron Peludat, Rose Evers, Rotary Club of Royal Oak, Royal Oak Cable Station WROK, Royal Oak Chamber of Commerce, Royal Oak City Attorney Office, Royal Oak Elks Club, Royal Oak fire Department, Royal Oak Florist, Royal Oak High School & PTSA, Royal Oak Interclub Council, Royal Oak Kiwanis Club, Royal Oak Neighborhood Schools, Royal Oak Optimist Club, Royal Oak Police Department, Royal Oak PTA Council, Royal Oak PTSA, Royal Oak Public Library, Royal Oak Review Newspaper, Royal Oak School District, Royal Oak Senior Center, Safe & Drug Free School/Student Assistance Coordinators, safe.smart.strong. Counseling Center, Sally Granke, Sandlot League, Sandy Johnson, Sandy Roberts, Sarah Johnson, Save Our Youth Task Force, Scott Newman, Search Institute, Shawn Ciavattone, Shelley Kemp, Shrine High School, Academy and Elementary, Smokefree Michigan, Southeast Oakland Coalition, Stagecrafters, Stan Harris, Stephanie Howey, Steven Betz, Student Leadership Services, Suzette Hart, Terry Drinkwine, The Inn Place Bar & Grill, The Oakland Press, Theoadore Quisenberry, Thomas L. Moline, PhD, Thomas McCormick, Tim Renaud, Timothy McGlinchy, Timothy Sisson, Tobacco Reduction Action Coalition, Tod Gazetti, Tom Allen, Tom Hoover, Tom McGannon, Tom Regan, Tracy Niyo, Trader Joe’s, Tribune Newspaper, Tri-County Prevention, United Way, University of Detroit Mercy Dental School, Upton Elementary, US Congressman Joe Knollenburg, Venti Valdez, Virginia Flower Shop, Warren C. Levin, William Funeral Home, Will Wright Fire Chief, Wing Communications, WOAK Cable TV Station, Women’s Club, Woody’s Diner, YaYa Chicken, YMCA – South Oakland Branch, YWCA, Youth Under Construction, Zumba Mexican Grill

Videos

Community Coalition Video Productions

Reaching Out Series

On this special edition of Reaching Out, Host Elizabeth Curtis sits down with representatives of the Royal Oak Community Coalition from Royal Oak, Michigan. A montage of clips features other community organizations which have chosen to partner with the Royal Oak Community Coalition. Special thanks to Community Media Network TV for producing this video.

Community Leader and Youth Dialogue Day

Organized by the Royal Oak Community Coalition, this event allowed students to meet with community leaders to discuss various topics such as drug & alcohol abuse and peer pressure. Special thanks to Community Media Network TV for producing this video.

Connecting the Community

What is the Royal Oak Community Coalition? This video provides valuable information about the coalition, its various programs and members and the positive impact it has on the community.

How Drugs Change the Brain

This event features guest speaker, Chris Allen Shreve MA LPC, on his presentation of "How drugs change the brain".

Community Leader and Youth Dialog Day

CMNtv Presents: Community Leader and Youth Dialogue Day 2007

 

Description: Organized by the Royal Oak Community Coalition, this
event allowed students to meet with community leaders to discuss various topics
such as drug & alcohol abuse and peer pressure. Video information: 15 min 50
sec - Apr 12, 2007

Brochure: Brochure of Dialogue Day
that took place in 2007 which shows the results of having the kids come together
to talk about the important issues in the community. The ideas presented in this
document were made by students and community leaders and includes eight separate
discussion topics. This condensed report is a compilation of Search Survey 2007
protective and risk factors with Dialogue Day concerns and solutions.
 (The brouchure is in Adobe Acrobat format; 969k in size)

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Volunteer

Community service and volunteerism is a vital piece of the Community Coalition's success. Join our efforts to make a difference!

Projects and Events for 2009 / 2010

• Research and Creativity opportunities
• Office assistant
• City Liquor License Committee Monitor
• Public Service Annoucements
• Project Coordinator and Event assistants
• Social Marketing Campaigns
• Teen Development Center
• Marketing and Internet development opportunities
• and more...

Check out the following community service information packet below, fill out the application and give us a call.

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Events

2012 Event List

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Bluegrass Concert Featuring Doyle Lawson & 
Quicksilver planned for Friday, January 20th 2012, has been POSTPONED until further notice.

Saturday, January 14, 9am-3pm, Comic Book & Toy Show

Saturday, January 21, Puttin' on the Glitz, jewelry & clothing show 8am - 2pm

Saturday, Feb. 11, Hearts & Flowers Craft Show

Saturday, Feb. 25, 9am -3pm , Nostalgia Paper Show

Friday, March 2nd, 5-8pm and
Saturday, March 3rd, 9am-3pm Royal Oak Artist Market Show & Sale

Saturday March 10, 8am – 3pm Collector Mania

Saturday March 17, Think Spring Craft Show, 8am-2pm

Saturday April 7, Easter Saturday, Children's Day

Sunday April 8, Easter Sunday, Market Closed

**Changes may be made due to event schedule conflict

Check us out on Facebook for up to the minute information!

Events-Forms

City of Royal Oak Farmers Market

Verdor, Merchant, Crafter Applications & Forms

Call 248-246-3276 for additional information.
*Submitting an application does not guarantee a space at the event.

Facility Rental

Rent the Farmers Market for your next special event, reception or business conference."   

Call 248-246-3276 for more information or email the Market Master.

Monday thru Friday, January - April, available for any hours; Beginning May 1st, Fridays are reserved as market days.

Saturday - From 3 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. all year

Posted Occupancy - 700

Market rental is $130.00 per hour with a 5 hour minimum or $1500.00 for the entire day (beginning as early as necessary for the event, ending at 11:00 p.m.). Additional labor costs for Friday & Saturday evening rentals.

Farm-Fresh Produce

The Bounty of Michigan's Seasons

Michigan is blessed with a great abundance and variety of growing things, many of which are available, in season, at the Royal Oak Farmers Market. This page allows you to view a comprehensive list of fruits, vegetables and other farm products sold at the Market, read a series of essays highlighting what's sold season by season, learn about produce that's newly arrived, or visit a list of Internet sites related to activities at the Market.

Fruits and Vegetables and other miscellaneous goods!

• Fruits
• Vegetables
• Other Farm Produce
• Produce Availability Guide

One of the best things about any farmers market is that you can ask the one who grew your purchase how it was grown and when it was picked. The overuse of pesticides has become a major cause of concern for imported produce, and those visiting the Royal Oak Farmers Market will find farmers willing to discuss these matters. Some use no sprays at all, and some offer only Certified Organic produce and dried beans. One thing the long-time Farmers Market shopper will know is that each season and each year is different - a long, cool spring is great for apples but means a poor strawberry crop. Our selection is always changing and always fresh.

Flea Market

Antiques and Collectibles - A Weekly Treasure Hunt at the Royal Oak Farmers Market

The Flea Market offers ample hours for you to browse on Sundays from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The story goes that a small, dark painting innocently acquired during a pleasant afternoon's shopping in the Royal Oak Farmers Market turned out to be something more. Cleaned and appraised,
this tiny Manet was later auctioned at Christie's for $3 million. True? The fortunate shopper won't say, but there are treasures to be found every Sunday, Flea Market day at the Royal Oak Farmers Market.

Antiques and collectibles shopping is relatively new to this venerable institution, having been around for a little over 30 years, but in that time the Flea Market has become a weekly stop for
thousands of Metro Detroiters (and a good number from further away). We can't promise that you will find your heart's desire this week, but maybe next...whenever you come we are sure you will see many unique and wonderful things. 

"Antiques & Collectibles" video

Check here for information on space availability, rentals and vendor applications.

Hours

Market Hours during Arts, Beats & Eats and Labor Day Weekend:

Saturday, 9/4/10, the Farmers Market will close one hour earlier, 7 a.m. - Noon.
Parking is free until noon at which time parking is for Arts, Beats & Eats. There is always extra parking in the Missionary Church Lot just across 11 Mile Rd. The market rents that lot every Saturday for additional parking for its customers.

Sunday 9/5/10, the Antiques/Collectables market will be closed.

Visit the Farmers Market booth at the Arts, Beats & Eats festival.

Ample Parking at and Near the Royal Oak Farmers Market

Aproximately 340 free parking spots during Farmers Market hours (Lots A, B and C on the aerial photo below).  Access is from Troy Street or 11 Mile Road.  In addition the city provides metered parking (50 cents per hour, with some long-term meters in both lots D and E, but free on Sundays only) in municipal lots a short block away on the other side of the Library.

Press

Special Events and Activities:

• Farmers Market Events
• Buy a Brick and be a part of history!

Read about us in the Royal Oak Review article by Jeremy Carroll:

• Farmers Market is "Heart of Royal Oak"

Watch the Royal Oak Farmers Market video report produced by Jeremy Carrol, C & G Staff Writer

• YouTube Video Report - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uZ8-Eji6POo

Read about us in the Michigan Forager featured article in the Edible WOW magazine, (also available online at ediblewow.com)

• “The Past Meets the Present at the Royal Oak Farmers Market”;

Read about Market Master Gwen Ross in the Free Press article by Bill Laitner:

• Royal Oak Farmers Market a turnaround success

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Space Availability-Market

Do you want to be a vendor at the Royal Oak Farmers Market?

Things vendors need to know

This page offers information for vendors and those who wish to become vendors at the Royal Oak Farmers Market, including stall rental rates for various categories of vendors and the official rules and regulations all must abide by. The rates and rules are available here in pdf format and a copy may be obtained in the Market office or by calling 248-246-3276.

• Rules & Regulations (updated: May 2010)
• Rates

Current Space Availability

All Vendors
You must have an application on file with the Market Master to be considered for space rental. You must present current Michigan licenses and permits (as required) before permission to sell at the Royal Oak Farmers Market will be granted. All application are accepted at the discretion of the Market Master.

Farm and Greenhouse Vendors:

The backbone of the farm market is composed of yearly renters, some of whom have family affiliations with the facility going back decades. Farmers and greenhouse vendors have first priority on non-permanent stall locations all sale days except Sunday, and reserve the majority of available spaces on Saturday (the busiest day), followed by semi-annual and daily renters. How long any particular farmer sells depends on what he grows, so the number of stalls open on any given weekend varies with the season. Saturday-only summer daily rentals are occasionally available even in peak season and should be asked about early in the week.

If you are new to our market, friday rentals are usually available but must be reserved in advance; We welcome new farmers! Leave a message for the Market Master by calling 248-246-3276.

During the off-season (January through April) a good number of Saturday daily spaces are open for farmers who offer long-keeping produce and other farm products such as eggs, beef, dairy, etc.

To apply, download your Farmer's Application and bring it into the office.

Flea Market Vendors

Selling space at the popular Sunday Flea Market is available for rental on a daily basis. While a large number of vendors sell every week, others come in on a rotating basis. The Market Master maintains a call list should a space become vacant for any particular Sunday. If you wish to file an application call 248-246-3276 to leave a message. A limited number of off-season (January through April) daily spaces are available for Flea Market vendors on Saturdays. Annual leases for flea market vendors are not available at this time.

To apply, download your Flea Market Vendor Application and bring it into the office.

Handicraft Vendors
Handicrafters are offered opportunities for daily rental of Saturday space after the needs of all farmers have been satisfied. Friday space is always available in season. Call 248-246-3276 to leave a request for further information.

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Course Info

Royal Oak - Score Card

Normandy Oaks - Score Card

Green Fees

*Fees subject to change.

Weekdays with membership: Adults 9 holes: $13, 18 holes: $21

Weekdays with membership: Senior/Jr 9 holes: $9, 18 holes: $16
( Seniors/Juniors pay full price on weekends and holidays)

Weekends and Holidays: Add $2 to green fees

Non-members add an additional $5.

Cart Rentals:

9 hole rate: $9

18 hole rate: $15

Senior Carts:

9 hole rate: $7

18 hole rate: $7

Updated: 3/5/2011

Membership

Membership Form - Download form here

Membership Policy

Juniors 10 through 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Proof of residency and age must be provided at time of membership purchase.

Memberships include husband, wife and all children between the ages of 10 and 17, with proof of age.

Members are responsible for informing guests regarding golf course rules including dress code. Rules are enforced at the discretion of golf course personnel.

Tee Time Grill

Tournaments

ROGC Tournament Schedule For 2011

TBD

Historical Groups

Get Involved

Everyone young and old can get involved in the history of Royal Oak. There are several groups that meet on a regular basis and are willing to accept volunteers!

Historic District Commission
Established by Ordinance § 82-13. The duty of the Commission is to review all plans for the construction, addition, alteration, repair, moving, excavation, or demolition of resources in a historic district. The Commission consists of seven members whose residence is located within the City of Royal Oak. A majority of the members shall have a clearly demonstrated interest in or knowledge of historic preservation. Serving three-year terms the Commission usually meets the third Tuesday of the month from September to June.

Historic District Study Committee
Established by Ordinance § 82-1 the Historic District Study Committee researches proposed historic districts for the purpose historic preservation in the City. There are seven members serving three-year terms, with one or more members of the Historical Commission or Historic District Commission. The Committee meets as needed.

Royal Oak Historical Commission
The Historical Commission is a policy-making body, which advises the City Commission on matters relating to or advancing the historical interests of the City of Royal Oak. The seven members are appointed by the City Commission and serve three-year terms. At least one member should be a member of the Historic District Commission or Historic District Study Committee. The Commission usually meets the fourth Wednesday of each month from September to June.

Royal Oak Historical Society
The Royal Oak Historical Society is a volunteer, membership organization whose purpose is to encourage historical study and research, to collect and preserve historical materials, and to record the forklore connected with the City of Royal Oak and its vicinity.

Roundtable of Royal Oak Historical Organizations
The Historical Roundtable is a group of representatives from each of the above four groups. The Roundtable works to collaborate the historical efforts through-out the City of Royal Oak. This gives the opportunity for each group to report on their plans, progress, special needs, events and interests.

It's never too late to be a part of history!

Interesting Facts

City Commissions Throughout History

Fire Department History

Historic Locations/Districts Map

History of a Piece of Land

History of the City Seal

Red Run - Ghost River of Royal Oak

Orson Starr House

Orson Starr and Family

During the 1820 and 1830s American settlers moved west, some migrating out of upstate New York seeking land to farm and raise their families and worship in accordance with their belief.  This westward migration began during this time period and spread to many places on the American frontier for several decades.  The early settlers that came to Royal Oak were part of this movement.  These farmers cleared land to build their homes and plant crops in the Michigan Territory.

As the railroad industry expanded, logging, milling and other industries began to develop. One of these farmers, from upstate New York, was Orson Starr, the township’s first well known manufacturer.   Mr. Starr and his family made their living by producing both bricks and cowbells.  The Starr cowbells are now sought after by collectors of antiques.

In 1845, Mr. Starr built a wooden frame house two miles north of what is now downtown Royal Oak, just south of 13 Mile Road on Main Street.  This home was lived in by descendents of the Starr Family until the late 1970s when it was purchased by the City of Royal Oak.  

The Orson Starr House, located at 3123 N Main Street, is listed in Michigan’s State Register of Historic Sites and has been designated as an historic district. The Orson Starr House Historic District has also received the official project designation of "Save America’s Treasures," awarded by the National Trust for Historic Preservation.

Our Mission

Who We Are

The Historical Commission is a policy-making body, which advises the City Commission on matters relating to or advancing the historical interests of the City of Royal Oak. The members are appointed by the City Commission and serve three-year terms.

Mission Statement

1. Advise the Royal Oak City Commission on matters relate to historical preservation and education on the public on the history of Royal Oak.
2. Serve as the primary liaison with various organizations involved in achieving the established historical objectives.
3. Assume the leadership accomplishing specific objectives as directed by the City Commission
4. Maintain, preserve and direct the appropriate restoration and use of the Orson Starr Home.
5. Acquire, maintain and make available for study artifacts and documents relative to the history of Royal Oak and the surrounding areas.

Plaques

The Royal Oak Historical Commission is pleased to announce that they have designed a plaque that can be placed on a house or a business in town, indicating the year that the structure was built. This plaque is now available and can be ordered at Frentz Hardware, located at the corner of N. Main St and Gardenia, in what used to be referred to as the North End of the Village of Royal Oak.

The plaque is constructed of a heavy gauge aluminum. Round, with the words HISTORIC ROYAL OAK along the perimeter, the year of the structure is displayed in the center. It has a black background with raised silver letters and numbers. It is 7 ½ inches across.

• The cost of this plaque is $70.

• Any structure that was built at least 50 years ago is eligible.

• These plaques are made in Michigan.

For further information, please contact the Royal Oak Historical Commission

Karen Crawford, Chair
Ph. 248-542-1774
or
Jim Craft, Vice Chair
Ph. 248-425-9817

Royal Oak History

The “Royal Oak” which stood at Main/Rochester/Crooks

In 1819, Michigan Governor Lewis Cass and several companions set out on an exploration of this area to disprove land surveyors’ claims that the territory was swampy and uninhabitable. The beginning of their journey seemed to support those claims until they reached a desirable area of higher ground near what is now the intersections of Main, Rochester and Crooks Roads. Here they encountered a stately oak tree with a trunk considerably wider than most other oaks. Its large branches reminded Cass of the legend of the royal oak tree, under which King Charles II of England took sanctuary from enemy forces in 1660. Cass and his companions christened the tree, the "Royal Oak", and so Royal Oak received its name.

As early as 1891, when Royal Oak was a small village, there were only a few hundred residents. In the 10-year span from 1900 to 1910 the population grew to over 1,000. By the time Royal Oak was incorporated as a city in 1921, the population had exploded to over 6,000. This was due in large part to new jobs created by the booming auto industry. The development of the super highway, Woodward Avenue, led to greater population expansion. Woodward Avenue replaced the old Indian road, Saginaw Trail, as the connection between Detroit, Pontiac, Flint and Saginaw, making Royal Oak more accessible.

Present day Royal Oak has developed from its beginnings of the historical Indian trail from holds a unique post as a local epicenter of transportation in the transportation capital of the world.  With an interchange connecting interstate highways I-75 and I-696 in the southeast corner of the city, Woodward Avenue, which bridges ten communities from the Detroit River north to downtown Pontiac, defining the western border of the city and the southern terminus of Rochester Road about one mile north of the downtown district, the City remains a true crossroads of the metro Detroit area.

Parade Pictures

Announcements

Royal Oak Nature Society's Award Winners Announced!

Royal Oak Nature Society Arboretum and Native Wildflower Garden:
  -  Check here for more details
Our goal is to have more species of southeast Michigan native plants than any other garden, and we will be completing our collection of Michigan deciduous trees in 2010. We wish to offer our visitors a window to the many varieties of native species to enjoy throughout the year. We hope you enjoy your walk through our Arboretum and hopefully learn or see something interesting each plant community in it! We desire that you incorporate some of these trees, shrubs, and wildflowers into your home garden. Please come back often to enjoy the many plants and environments throughout the year.

Nature Society Director Openings

• Fundraiser Director: Is responsible for the fund-raising efforts of the Royal Oak Nature Society, which includes the coordinating and organizing of the Annual Spring Fundraiser and other fund-raiser programs approved by the board.

If you are interested in volunteering for a position, please contact Ted Vickers at 248-549-5366 or send an email to the Nature Society.

Royal Oak Nature Society t-shirts for sale at our speaker programs throughout the year and can be purchased for $4.

The Nature Society is now on Facebook. If you haven't already done so, please consider becoming a member. Feel free to add nature related photos to our Facebook page and/or start discussions. http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=60222880753

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Contact Information

Phone: (248) 246-3380

Email:  naturesociety@ci.royal-oak.mi.us

Mailing Address:
c/o Nature Society, 1600 N Campbell Rd, Royal Oak MI 48067

Get Involved:
If you are interested in becoming actively involved with the Nature Society, you can contact any of the following Board Members for further information:

Don Drife - President

John DeLisle - Vice President & Arboretum Stewardship

Dena Serrato - Tenhave Woods Stewardship

Ted Vickers - Communications

Nancy Vickers - Recording Secretary

Bob Muller - Programs

Helen Cost - Ways & Means, Treasurer

Chris Ethridge - Education

Guest Speakers

General Meetings & Speaker Program Schedule
Nature speaker programs are held at the Royal Oak Middle School (709 N Washington- Between 11 Mile Rd & Catalpa) from September to May.
- The June meeting is held at the Senior Community Center (3500 Marais).

The programs begin at 7:30 p.m. and are usually held on the first Wednesday of the month.

At our monthly meetings, September through June, we present speaker programs. Usually, they are slide shows focusing on various natural history topics. If you watch nature programs on PBS or the Discovery channel, our program is better because you can meet afterwards and ask the speakers questions.

“Urban Mushroom Gardening” is being held on Wednesday, January 4th, 2012. Dr. David Susko, Associate Professor of Biology University of Michigan- Dearborn, will discuss the new Mushroom Garden Project underway at the University of Michigan-Dearborn's Environmental Interpretive Center.  He will review the roles that fungi play in nutrient cycling in ecosystems and the techniques that can be used to grow edible and medicinal mushrooms in backyard gardens.

“Fishes of Death Valley” is being held on Wednesday, February 1st, 2012.  It may sound strange, but almost every small piece of water in the Mojave Desert has fishes.  Often they live nowhere else on earth except in those small water holes.  The Devils Hole Pupfish has the smallest range of any vertebrate in the world.  After the last ice age, the Death Valley area was filled with huge lakes like the Great Lakes, but the climate caused them to slowly dry up.  As they did, most of the fishes died. But some evolved to fit the new environments.  Come and learn from Bob Muller, Royal Oak Nature Society Naturalist, about some of America’s most endangered and unusual wildlife.

“Flora and Fauna of Michigan” is being held on Wednesday, March 7th, 2012. Join Pat & Ray Coleman, professional photographers & Nature Society members, as they show us a wide variety of the plants, flowers, mammals, birds, amphibians, reptiles and insects of Michigan as an eye appealing experience. They will also point out some unusual or strange facts about some of them.

Membership

Support the Royal Oak Nature Society by
Being a Nature Society Member

The Royal Oak Nature Society membership season begins in September and ends the following August. There are four membership levels.

General Membership is FREE and with it, you get Nature Society schedule updates e-mailed to you at least once a month.

Associate Membership cost $5 per year and gets you the General benefit along with four newsletters of “The Chinquapin” mailed to your household quarterly.

Supporting Membership is $10 & up per year and gets you the General and Associate benefits plus listed as a Supporting Member in our newsletter.

Patron Membership is $50 & up per year and gets you the General and Associate benefits plus two private walks a year, listed as a patron in our fundraiser program & newsletter, one free ticket to our annual fundraiser and an invitation to our Day Before the Dream Cruise Picnic at Gunn Dyer Park.

To become or to continue being a Nature Society Associate, Supporting or Patron member, please fill out the membership form (below) & send it along with a check to the Nature Society. To become a General Member, state that you would like to become a General Member and e-mail information including name(s), home address, e-mail address & phone number (optional) to: naturesociety@ci.royal-oak.mi.us

Donations are tax deductible.

Those who choose not to continue as members are still welcome to come to our monthly speaker programs as well as our nature walks. Those programs and walks are, and always will be, free to anyone who enjoys learning about nature.

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Nature Walks

There is at least one naturalist lead walk per month with additional ones added during the spring wildflower and fall color seasons. An emphasis is put on understanding the different forest types found in our parks. Further information is given on individual plant and animal species, geology and human history of the area.

"Winter Nature Walk” is being held at Tenhave Woods on Saturday, January 14th, 2012 beginning at 2:00 pm.  Park Lexington & Marais & meet at the Lexington entrance.  

“Owl Hoot” is being held at Tenhave Woods on Tuesday, January 24th, 2012 at 7:30 pm.  Park & meet at the Lexington/Marais lot.  We will walk into Tenhave Woods and attempt to lure in or have screech & great horned owls answer tape recordings of their calls.  

“Full Moon Walk” is being held on Tuesday, February 7th, 2012 beginning 7:30 pm at Tenhave Woods.  Park & meet at Lexington/Marais lot.  Experience the woods at a time of day that the park is normally closed.  You never know what you may hear and see when the light levels are low.  Bring a small flashlight.   

"Winter Nature Walk” is being held at Tenhave Woods on Saturday, February 11th, 2012 beginning at 2:00 pm.  Park Lexington & Marais & meet at the Lexington entrance.

“Owl Hoot” is being held on Friday, March 2nd, 2012 at 7:30 pm at Tenhave Woods. Park & meet at the Lexington/Marais lot. We will walk into Tenhave Woods and attempt to lure in or have screech & great horned owls answer tape recordings of their calls.

“Almost Spring Walk” is being held on Sunday, March 18th, 2012, 2:00 pm at Tenhave Woods. Park at the Lexington/Marais lot & meet at the Lexington entrance. Join us on the first day of spring. We will be looking for the first signs of the reawakening of the Tenhave plant community.

“Owl Hoot” is being held on Wednesday, March 21st, 2012 at 7:30 pm at Tenhave Woods. Park & meet at the Lexington/Marais lot. We will walk into Tenhave Woods and attempt to lure in or have screech & great horned owls answer tape recordings of their calls.<

Newsletters

Park Locations

Cummingston Park - Trail Map

Tenhave Woods at Quickstad Park - Trail Map

Photo Gallery

• Winter Walk
• Work Weekend
• School Field Trip to tenhave Woods

Reports

• Flora List
• Bird List
• Cummingston Water Report
• History of a Piece of Land
• Bylaws
• Master Plans v.3 2009
• Nature Society and Nature Parks Information
  

Teams

If you are interested in becoming actively involved with the Nature Society, one or more of our teams may appeal to you:

The Stewardship team organizes maintainance, protection and improvements for the Cummingston Park, Tenhave Woods & and the Arboretum in Worden Park East.

The Communication team publicizes organizational activities to the general membership and public through various mediums and performs any other forms of communications required by the board.

The Education team provides outreach and liaison to outside individuals, groups and schools to promote environmental education.

The Fundraiser team leads the fund-raising efforts of the Royal Oak Nature Society, which includes the coordinating and organizing of the Annual Spring Fundraiser and other fund-raiser programs approved by the board.

The Programming team is responsible for setting up the speaker programs, workshops and all of the nature programs within Cummingston Park and Tenhave Woods.

The Ways & Means team investigates means of grant solicitation and then follows through accordingly.

Contacts

Address: ROOTS Foundation
                 211 S Williams St, PO Box 64, Royal Oak MI 48068-0064

Phone: (248) 246-3900

Committee Members:
Members include chairperson, William Willard representing the Senior Citizens Advisory Committee, Elizabeth Condino (Member at large), Dianne Duggan (Animal Shelter), Trevor Westin (RO Historical Commission), Thomas McGannon (Member at large), Rob Winter (Parks & Rec), Helen Cost (Nature Society), Terry Drinkwine (City Commssioner), Pat Capello (City Commissioner), Barry Shulman (Farmers Market), Kenneth Rosen (Library), Amy Lampinen (State Rep liaison), Paige Gembarski (ex-official)

The committee usually meets on the fourth Thursday of every month at 7:00 p.m. in Room 1 of the Mahany/Meininger Senior Center on Marais.

Brief Committee Description:
Created by City Ordinance to promote charitable contributions to the general public good and welfare of the citizens of and visitors to Royal Oak and to provide a mechanism for review, reporting and control of those contributions. There are eleven members: two members of the City Commission, six members of organizations that have historically been involved with public purpose projects in the City, two members of the community at-large and the City of Royal Oak Finance Director, or his/her designee, will serve as a non-voting ad hoc member. After initial staggered terms members will serve three-year terms. The committee will meet not less than four (4) times a year. Membership amended by City Commission resolution 1-26-04 to include representative from Parks & Rec Advisory Board. The Committee was renamed to ROOTS on June 21, 2010.

Donations

Donation Form
The form below is provided for those wishing to make a donation.

Donations
The committee will review gifts to determine whether the intended use is for a "public purpose". A "public purpose" is any purpose authorized by the City of Royal Oak City Charter, Chapter Two, a copy of which is available to you upon request. Every effort will be made to utilize the gift for the donor's intended purpose.

The committee and the City of Royal Oak thank you for your interest in this program and for your very generous gift. All checks should be made payable to: "The City of Royal Oak - ROOTS". A Donation Form should accompany each check.

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Goals

The following goal statements and strategies have been developed in order to achieve the following:

• Visibility and recognition
• Financial stability
• Excellence
• Growth
• Efficiency
• Stewardship
• Ethical practices
• Continuous improvement
• Effectiveness
• Permanence

Goal Number One
To become a recognized and visible resource for the Royal Oak community.
Strategy: Create and implement a comprehensive marketing plan.

Goal Number Two
To exemplify fund-raising and grant-making excellence and to promote strategic philanthropy.
Strategy: Develop and implement fund-raising, grant-making, and evaluation guidelines using best practices.

Goal Number Three
To achieve financial stability by increasing the assets to $1,000,000 by December 31, 2007.
Strategy: Create and implement a comprehensive fund-raising plan using a variety of fund-raising mechanisms (i.e., direct mail, annual giving, foundations, corporations, major gifts, special events, gifts in-kind, and planned giving).

Goal Number Four
To commit to continuous improvement and growth of the committee.
Strategy: Establish and implement a sound investment policy and stewardship plan. Conduct annual review of the Foundation's strategic plan.

Goal Number Five
To ensure resources for future community needs.
Strategy: Create and implement a plan to build an endowment fund.

Ordinance

City of Royal Oak

ORDINANCE NO. 2010 - ___

AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE ROYAL OAK CITY CODE AT CHAPTER 26, “CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTIONS FOR PUBLIC PURPOSES”, SECTION 26-2, “DEFINITIONS”, TO CHANGE THE NAME OF THE ROYAL OAK ACORN FOUNDATION TO THE ROYAL OAK OPPORTUNITY TO SERVE FOUNDATION (“ROOTS”)

The City of Royal Oak Ordains:

SECTION 1.  SHORT TITLE.  This Ordinance shall be known as and may be cited as the “2010 Amendment to the ACORN Foundation Ordinance.”

SECTION 2.  STATEMENT OF PURPOSE.  This is an ordinance to amend the City Code at Chapter 26, “Charitable Contributions for Public Purposes”, Section 26-2, “Definitions”, to change the name of the Royal Oak Acorn Foundation to the Royal Oak Opportunity to Serve Foundation (“ROOTS”).

SECTION 3.  AMENDMENT AT SECTION 26-2.  The Royal Oak City Code, Chapter 26, “Charitable Contributions for Public Purposes”, is hereby amended at Section 26-2, “Definitions”, which shall now read as follows:

            “Section 26-2.  Definitions.

The following terms shall mean as follows for the purposes of this chapter:

CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION

Any money or property that is received by the City of Royal Oak that is designated by the donor for use by the City for a public purpose and subject to the Rules and Regulations of the United States Department of Internal Revenue, the State of Michigan Department of Treasury or
any other applicable statute.

COMMITTEE

The group formed as outlined herein shall be known as the "Royal Oak Opportunity to Serve Foundation (“ROOTS”)."

PUBLIC PURPOSE

Any activity as provided within the Charter of the City of Royal Oak, Michigan, as amended, and/or the Home Rule City Act, MCLA § 117.1 et seq.”

SECTION 4.   SEVERABILITY.  If any Section, subsection, clause, phrase or portion of this ordinance is for any reason held invalid or unconstitutional by any court of competent jurisdiction, such portion shall be deemed a separate, distinct and independent portion of this ordinance, and such holding shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this ordinance.

SECTION 5.  SAVINGS.  All proceedings pending and all rights and liabilities existing, acquired or incurred at the time this ordinance takes effect are saved and may be consummated according to the law in force when they are commenced. 

SECTION 6.  REPEALER.  All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby repealed only to the extent necessary to give this ordinance full force and effect.

SECTION 7.  EFFECTIVE DATE.  This ordinance shall take effect ten (10) days after the final passage thereof.

ORDINANCE NO. 2002-05

AN ORDINANCE TO CREATE A COMMITTEE TO ADMINISTER CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE CITY OF ROYAL OAK FOR ADMINISTRATION BY THE ROYAL OAK ACORN FOUNDATION TO MAKE RECOMMENDATIONS AS TO THE DISBURSEMENT THEREOF TO THE ROYAL OAK CITY COMMISSION AND TO ESTABLISH PROCEDURE FOR COLLECTING AND DISTRIBUTING SUCH CONTRIBUTIONS.

THE CITY OF ROYAL OAK ORDAINS:

Section 1. PURPOSE. This ordinance is intended to promote charitable contributions through the City of Royal Oak for disbursement to various organizations or projects whose work constitutes a public purpose within the City of Royal Oak. This ordinance is also intended to provide a mechanism for review, reporting and control of those contributions and to provide a potential tax benefit for those individuals or groups that desire to make such contributions to the general public good and welfare of the citizens of Royal Oak and any and all visitors to the City of Royal Oak.

Section 2. DEFINITIONS. The following terms shall mean as follows for the purposes of this ordinance.

(a) PUBLIC PURPOSE-Any activity as provided within the Charter of the City of Royal Oak, Michigan, as amended, Section Two and/or the Home Rules Cities Act, MCL117.1 et seq.

(b) CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION-Any money or property that is received by the City of Royal Oak that is designated by the donor for use by the City for a public purpose and subject to the Rules and Regulations of the United States Department of Internal Revenue, the State of Michigan Department of Treasury or any other applicable statute.

(c) COMMITTEE-The group formed as outlined herein which shall be known as the Royal Oak Acorn Foundation.

Section 3. COMMITTEE CREATED.

(a) The Committee shall consist of nine members as selected by the City Commission. Two shall be members of the City Commission, five shall be members of those organizations that have historically been involved with public purpose projects in the City of Royal Oak and who have participated in the drafting of this ordinance insofar as is possible. Two shall be members of the community at-large as governed by the Appointments Ordinance. The Committee shall include the City of Royal Oak Finance Director, his/her designee, as a non-voting ad hoc member. The City Commission may expand or contract the number of members.

(b) The City Commission shall appoint all members of the Committee who shall be volunteers and receive no monetary compensation.

(c) Those organizations that have historically been involved with public purpose projects in the City of Royal Oak and who have participated in the drafting of this ordinance may propose nominees for service on the Committee to the Royal Oak City Commission from among the members of those organizations. The City Commission may accept or reject those nominees and may remove any Committee member, by resolution, at any time at the sole discretion of the Commission. Additionally, the City Commission may, by resolution, duly adopted, expand the Committee by adding members of participating organizations that are involved with public purpose projects within the City of Royal Oak.

Section 4. TERMS OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS SERVING IN POSITIONS RESERVED FOR ROYAL OAK RESIDENTS.

(a) Committee members serving in the position reserved for residents of the City of Royal Oak shall serve in staggered, three-year terms.

(b) Starting in 2002, one position reserved for members of those organizations that have historically been involved with public purpose projects in the City of Royal Oak and who have participated in the drafting of this ordinance shall serve an initial one-year term, two for a two-year term and two positions for three-year terms. Thereafter, these positions shall serve three-year terms. Starting in 2002, the two positions reserved for at-large members of the Committee shall initially serve two and three-year terms respectively and thereafter shall serve three-year terms.

(c) The City Commission shall appoint two City Commission Committee members in accordance with its usual practice.

Section 5. RULES OF THE COMMITTEE.

(a) The Committee shall perform its business at a public meeting in compliance with the State of Michigan Open Meetings Act. A meeting agenda shall be included with the notice. Any writing prepared, owned, used, in the possession of, or retained by the Committee in the performance of an official function will be available in compliance with the State of Michigan Freedom of Information Act.

(b) The Committee shall elect a Chairperson, shall meet not less than four (4) times per year and shall operate pursuant to Roberts Rules of Order.

(c) The Committee shall prepare a standard form for use and execution by donors designed to assist the Committee in determining the purpose for the donation and to assist the Committee in evaluating whether a specific donation is for a public purpose. The standard form shall include the language, "This donation may be used for any public purpose approved by the City of Royal Oak", as an option for the donor to select and to execute in lieu of making some or all of the charitable contribution for a designated purpose.

(d) The Committee shall forthwith recommend the return of any donation it determines is not designated for a public purpose.

(e) The Committee shall review and approve new and existing charitable contributions as to public purpose and make recommendations as to the distribution of those contributions consistent with the intent of donor(s) to the City Commission. The Committee shall promptly make a recommendation, by majority vote, to the City of Royal Oak City Commission to disburse, as soon as is reasonably practicable, any donation designated for a specific public purpose for the public purpose so designated by the donor.

(f) The Committee shall promptly make a recommendation, by majority vote, to the City of Royal Oak City Commission to disburse or allocate, as soon as is reasonably practicable, any donation received that is not specifically designated for a particular purpose in a manner consistent with public purpose as defined within this ordinance.

(g) Pending disbursement or allocation of any charitable contribution, the Committee shall cause to be deposited with the City of Royal Oak any donated funds, such funds shall be maintained by the City of Royal Oak in accordance with its usual policies and procedure regarding investments and accounts.

(h) The Committee shall adopt such reasonable auditing, record keeping, reporting policies and other reasonable procedures as are consistent with the intent of this ordinance to provide a potential tax benefit to the donor of any charitable contribution(s).

(i) The Committee shall not be the guarantor of any potential tax benefit to the donor and shall, in all instances, advise the donor that the donor’s tax status relative to any charitable contribution received by the City is the donor’s sole responsibility.

(j) The Committee may adopt such other rules as are consistent with the intent of this ordinance as expressed herein or within the adopting resolution.

Section 6. SEVERABILITY. If any section, subsection, clause, phrase or portion of this ordinance is for any reason held invalid or unconstitutional by any court of competent jurisdiction, such portion shall be deemed a separate, distinct and independent portion of this ordinance, and such holding shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this ordinance.

Section 7. SAVINGS. All proceedings pending and all rights and liabilities existing, acquired or incurred at the time this ordinance takes effect are saved and may be consummated according to the law in force when they are commenced.

Section 8. REPEALER. All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby repealed only to the extent necessary to give this ordinance full force and effect.

Section 9. EFFECTIVE DATE. This ordinance shall take effect ten (10) days after the final passage thereof.

Date Adopted: October 7, 2002
Date Published: October 11, 2002
Effective Date: October 17, 2002

Cable TV Service

Cable TV Video Services in Royal Oak

AT&T
      www.att.com
     2010 Annual Video Report
     2011 Annual Video Report

Comcast - Residential: 1.800.266-2278,   Business: 1-800-266-2278
      www.comcast.com
     August 18, 2010 Channel Realignment

     2008 Communications (updated Nov. 17, 2008 - 246k pdf)
     March 21, 2009 update
     April 24, 2009 update
     May 29, 2009 update
     June 19, 2009 update
     June 23, 2009 update
     August 21, 2009 update
     December 1, 2009 update
     December 3, 2009 update
     January 25, 2010 update
     February 23, 2010 update
     April 6, 2010 update
     August 25, 2010 update
     September 27, 2010 update, New Channel Lineup
     October 25, 2010 update: Installation Charges
     December 21, 2010 update: Digital Equipment Notification
     February 8, 2011 update: Digital Equipment Notification # 2
     February 25, 2011: Price Changes
     Febryary 28, 2011: Digital Enhancement Notification and FAQs
     April 28, 2011: Channel Lineup Changes
     July 25, 2011: Installation Rate and Channel Changes

Wide Open West - WOW! 1.866.496.9669
      www.wideopenwest.com     

      2008 Communications (updated Nov. 21, 2008 - 487k pdf)
      June 23, 2009 update
      August 16, 2009 update
      November 10, 2009 update
      November 30, 2009 update
      December 9, 2009 update
      June 11, 2010 update
      August 23, 2010 update
      October 12, 2010 update: Channel Changes
      November 22, 2010 update: Rate Changes
      December 23, 2010 update: Analog Equipment Deactivation
      January 26, 2011 update: Sundance Channel Discontinued
      March 7, 2011: Migration to Digital
      March 25, 2011: Sundance Channel Discontinued as of April 28, 2011
      July 29, 2011: Channel Line-Up Changes

Video/Cable Service Complaints

On December 21, 2006, Governor Granholm signed legislation to promote competition in providing video service in the state of Michigan. This legislation is known as Public Act 480, or more commonly known as the "Uniform Video Services Local Franchise Act". 2006 PA 480 creates a uniform franchise agreement that is to be used between each franchising entity and video provider in the state of Michigan. The Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) has been the designated agency to implement the Act.

MPSC staff are available to assist with your inquiry or informal complaint Monday through Friday, excluding State holidays, by calling 1-800-292-9555 or 517-241-6911. We encourage you first to contact your video/cable provider with your question before calling the MPSC. At times, call volumes may be high and staff are busy assisting other customers. In this situation, you will be put into voicemail. If you are connected to the Video Franchise voicemail, please leave a detailed message including your full name, call back number, billing address, and the nature of your complaint. Staff will respond to your complaint as soon as possible. You can also contact us by submitting your inquiry or complaint in writing to us at the following address:

Michigan Public Service Commission
Attn: Video Franchising
P.O. Box 30221
Lansing, Michigan 48909

Or submit your complaint via fax: (517) 241-2400.

Telephone: (800) 292-9555 or (517) 241-6911

Website: http://www.michigan.gov/mpsc;
(Click on the link for video/cable)

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Contact

Richard Wilson
Cable Coordinator, WROK
248-246-3043
RichardW@ci.royal-oak.mi.us

WROK Main phone number: 248-246-3040

Culinary Corner

The Culinary King is back with a passion to provide you with the taste of past and future shows. The complete receipe list and inside secrets will make your next dish most excellent. Hope you enjoy!

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Digital TV Transition

Live Stream Video

Video Streams of various boards and committees will be available soon! In order to view this stream, it is recommended that you have a high speed internet connection (cable modem, DSL, etc).

(Only active when the stream is live)

City Commission Meeting Schedule

Press

Since 1984 WROK TV has served the community with coverage of city sponsored
events, meetings, youth sports, and City of Royal Oak information.

Currently, we cablecast over two cable TV systems: Comcast (channel 55) and
Wide Open West, AKA WOW (channel 10).

WROK TV is managed by Cable Access Management Company Coordinator,
Richard Wilson.

Since 1984 WROK TV has served the community with coverage of city sponsored events, meetings, youth sports, and City of Royal Oak information.

Currently, we cablecast over two cable TV systems: Comcast (channel 55) and Wide Open West, AKA WOW (channel 10).

WROK TV is managed by Cable Access Management Company Coordinator, Richard Wilson.

Press Releases. . .

• WROK's production of "The Royal Oak Show", hosted by Commissioner Carlo Ginotti
• 2006 Awards
• 2005 Staff Awards
• 2005 Volunteer Awards
• Emerald Ash Borer Program
• Hometown USA Video Competition Awards - June 6, 2005
• 2004 Philo T Farnsworth Awards - September 29, 2004
• 2004 Accessibility Awards - June 10, 2004
• 2002 Accessibility Awards - May 30, 2002
• 2002 Philo Awards - October 21, 2002

Photo/Video Policy: 
On occasion, WROK, the City of Royal Oak government access cable tv
channel may take photos or videos of participants enrolled in sponsored
programs or parks. Please be aware that these photos are may be used in
future Cable TV/ Internet productions and brochures or flyers.

Royal Oak Show

WROK announces 2006 AwardsPosted: January 4, 2007

211 S
Williams St, Royal Oak, MI 48067
(248) 246-3040 / FAX (248) 246-3001

http://www.ci.royal-oak.mi.us/wrok/

PRESS RELEASE

WROK TV is pleased to announce the debut of a brand new program, which has
been in the works for the last seven months. The premier taping for THE ROYAL
OAK SHOW will be 7pm on Tuesday, January 16, 2007 at Community Media
Network (CMN) in Troy. The show can be seen on City of Royal Oak Governmental
Cable Access TV, WOW 10 (only in Royal Oak) and Comcast 55. CMN will also air it
on their Public Access station.

Royal Oak City Commissioner Carlo Ginotti will host the "talk show" style
half-hour program, which visits with folks from all over Royal Oak in front of a
LIVE studio audience. Each show may visit with a city official with conversation
covering many topics. Other ROYAL OAK SHOW guests may be anyone from
Citizen of the Year to an accomplished Eagle Scout.

An integral component of the ROYAL OAK SHOW is its dedicated website,
www.royaloakshow.com. Here, visitors
can get free tickets to the show and participate in the show by actually asking
the questions that Carlo will pose to ROYAL OAK SHOW guests. This will
also help show producer, Greg Walter write show scripts and create more interest
in the show. The website also has community links for visitors to use.

We’d like to recognize the Underwriters of THE ROYAL OAK SHOW who’s
websites are linked on www.royaloakshow.com . Billings Lawn
Equipment is our cash underwriter, TRI-COLOR Imaging Center has underwritten our
set backdrop, Bright Ideas is furnishing the show’s set, and Dolly’s Pizza in
Campbell Corners will feed our guests and crew. Area Photographer and WROK
Volunteer, Dennis Elliott also contributes with photographic services.

The WROK staff and Volunteers are excited about this new endeavor. The
concept for this show which involves an interactive website with taping before a
LIVE studio audience has never been tried before on local access TV, and plans
are to tape two shows per month through May. Show Producer Greg Walter said;
"The ROYAL OAK SHOW is a great way to meet or get re-acquainted with your
neighbors".

WROK TV invites everyone to visit www.royaloakshow.com to find out who our
1^st guests will be. Don’t forget to print your FREE tickets to the
premier taping of THE ROYAL OAK SHOW!

For more information contact:
Greg Walter

Program Coordinator, WROK TV
248-246-3042
greg@royaloakshow.com

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Programming

Photo/Video Policy: On occasion, WROK, the City of Royal Oak government access cable tv channel may take photos or videos of participants enrolled in sponsored programs or parks. Please be aware that these photos are may be used in future Cable TV/ Internet productions and brochures or flyers.

Schedule

Since 1984 WROK TV has served the community with coverage of city sponsored events, meetings, youth sports, and City of Royal Oak information.

Currently, we cablecast over two cable TV systems: Comcast (channel 55) and Wide Open West, AKA WOW (channel 10).

WROK TV is managed by Cable Access Management Company Coordinator, Richard Wilson.

WROK Program Schedule

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Shoots

Photo/Video Policy: On occasion, WROK, the City of Royal Oak government access cable tv channel may take photos or videos of participants enrolled in sponsored programs or parks. Please be aware that these photos are may be used in future Cable TV/ Internet productions and brochures or flyers.

Video

WROK productions are often available online and on YouTube at:
http://www.youtube.com/user/WROKCableTV.

A Short History of Royal Oak
http://www.youtube.com/user/WROKCableTV#p/u/48/WNtuF7oGex8

Google Fiber for Royal Oak, Michigan
http://www.youtube.com/user/WROKCableTV#p/u/49/MC_5Y5Jssho

World War II exhibit at the Royal Oak Historical Society Museum
http://www.youtube.com/user/WROKCableTV#p/u/3/qp-LSciNL9k

2010 Holiday Magic Parade

 - Part 1

 - Part 2

Photo/Video Policy: On occasion, WROK, the City of Royal Oak government access cable tv channel may take photos or videos of participants enrolled in sponsored programs or parks. Please be aware that these photos are may be used in future Cable TV/ Internet productions and brochures or flyers.

Volunteers

Volunteers . . . . . . . . . . . . . Make It Happen!

If You're Interested in volunteering for WROK TV shoots call (248) 246-3040.
No experience necessary!

Folks from all walks of life have a blast donating their spare time for WROK
productions including:

Photo/Video Policy: On occasion, WROK, the City of Royal Oak government access cable tv channel may take photos or videos of participants enrolled in sponsored programs or parks. Please be aware that these photos are may be used in future Cable TV/ Internet productions and brochures or flyers.