Agenda
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

Thursday, April 03, 2025 at 7:00 P.m. - 9:00 P.m.

M/M Senior Center

3500 Marais Avenue, Royal Oak, MI 48073

Anyone planning to attend the meeting who has need of special assistance under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is asked to contact the city clerk’s office at 248-246-3050 at least two (2) business days prior to the meeting.

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1.

Meeting Called to Order

2.

Approval of Agenda

3.

Approval of Minutes

Recommended Motion: Motion to approve the minutes of the March 6, 2025 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board meeting.

4.

Public Comment

5.

Reports

a.

Staff Report – Nicole McEachern

b.

City Commission Report - Commissioner Brandon Kolo

6.

Business Items

a.

Royal Oak Sandlot League Update

No action necessary. For informational purposes only. 

b.

Southeastern Michigan Pickleball Association Update

No action necessary. For informational purposes only. 

c.

Royal Oak Football Club Update

No action necessary. For informational purposes only. 

d.

Kensington Play Structure - Location Discussion

No action necessary. For discussion purposes only. 

7.

Items Not on the Agenda

8.

Upcoming Events

• The Great Marshmallow Drop, Friday, April 18, 10 am. We're thrilled to collaborate with Oakland County Parks and Recreation to bring this beloved community event to Worden Park. 15,000 marshmallows will be dropped from a helicopter!  
• Thursday, April 24 at 10:30 am: Celebration at Fred A. Erb Arboretum: Come see the latest enhancements to the arboretum in honor of Arbor Day!
• Park Cleanup, April 26 & 27. We are seeking volunteers to help us celebrating Earth Day by taking part in the annual park cleanup!
• Rock the Block, May 15-16. Kickoff event will be held at Senior Center. This is a partnership with Habitat for Humanity. 24 homes in Royal Oak will receive exterior home repairs!  

9.

Adjournment

10.

Next Meeting: Thursday, May 1, 2025