Oakland Township

Oakland Township is one of Michigan’s oldest townships, being one of the original 25 townships when Michigan was organized as a territory back in 1827. Over time the boundaries have changed, and its original size grew smaller as other townships, cities and villages were carved out of its acreage. Today, Oakland Township borders are Dequindre Road on the east, Kern Road on the west, Romeo Road to north and Dutton and Meade Road south. It is a charter township, which provides additional opportunities to streamline its administration and protects it from annexation by other municipalities.

Oakland is also one of the wealthier communities in southeast Michigan. Its wooded and rolling terrain provides the perfect setting for private estates and developments of upscale residential homes on oversized lots. It is a bedroom community to both Metro Detroit and Metro Flint. Its agricultural and rural heritage is preserved through a small number of working farms and equestrian facilities. The township is also home to championship golf courses and country clubs.

Township of Oakland - Addendum

Area: 36.7 sq. miles

Location: Just north of Rochester and Rochester Hills in the Northeast section of Oakland County

Government: Charter Township, Supervisor and Board of Trustees

Median Household Income: $161,000

Median Home Sale Price: $598,000 (April 2023)

Population: 20,500 (July 2022)

2022 Tax Rates in Mills: Lake Orion Rochester Romeo Homestead 31.3955 25.2413

Non-Homestead 49.3955 43.2413

City Offices: 4393 Collins, Rochester, 48306 651-4440, www.oaklandtownship.org

Library: Rochester Hills Public Library, 656-2900, www.rhpl.org

Public Safety: Emergency 911

Fire Station #1 - 4393 Collins Road, (248) 650-8605

Fire Station #2 - 1888 N. Rochester Road, (586) 752-5013

Police services are contracted with Oakland County Sheriff. Substation is at 4391 Collins Road, (248) 858-4950

The unincorporated village of Goodison is located in the Township. Goodison is a popular autumn destination place because of the number of cider mills located in the village. The Paint Creek Trail wanders through the Township on its way to the Village of Lake Orion and the sixteen-acre Cranberry Lake Farm Historic District is a fun place for young and old to visit.

School Districts: Rochester: 248-726-3000, www.rochester.k12.mi.us

Lake Orion: 248-693-5400, www.lakeorionschools.org

Romeo: 586-752-0200, www.romeok12.org

Utilities:

Gas – Consumers Energy (800) 477-5050

Electric – DTE (800) 477-4747

Water & Sewer – is provided by a variety of sources depending on location, including individual well and septic.

Refuse – is contracted with private haulers (list of choices is online at the Township website.)

Additional Phone Numbers: 52-3 District Court: 853-5553

Burn Permits: Free online burn permits available through township. 651-4440

Dog Licenses (Township Treasurer) 651-4440

Park Information: 651-7810 (See Sports and Recreation section.)

Hazardous Waste: (NO HAZ) 858-5656

Oakland County Equalization: 858-0740

Rochester Hills Splash Pad at Brooklands Plaza

1585 E. Auburn Rd., Rochester Hills 48307 www.RochesterHills.org

Free splash pad with grassy climbing hill, tables and chairs and restrooms. Open May 1 to September 30

Innovation Hills

2800 W. Hamlin Rd., Rochester Hills 48309 www.RochesterHills.org

110 acres of fun. Includes hiking trails, sensory garden, game area, ponds, waterfall, fishing on the Clinton River, kayak landing, 3-acre nature themed playground, shelter, restrooms and ITS LIT AT NIGHT!

Tree Runner Adventure Park

7553 Meadowbrook Rd., Rochester Hills 48309 www.treerunnerparks.com

Located on the campus of Oakland University this 9-acre outdoor activity center has 24 ziplines and 65 climbing elements. Log on for age requirements that are course dependent.

Spencer Park

3701 John R Rd., Rochester Hills 48307 www.RochesterHills.org

113-acre park that includes a lake with beach and lifeguards on duty. Rowboat, pedal boat, kayak and paddle boards are available to rent. Fishing pier, nature paths, play structure, concession stand, picnic areas with grills and restrooms.

Science

Cranbrook Institute of Science

39221 Woodward Ave., Bloomfield Hills 48303 (248) 645-3200 • www.science.cranbrook.edu

Located on the Cranbrook Educational Community Campus this favorite local venue features a great permanent collection of objects and artifacts, interactive exhibits, special demonstrations and activities for children, an observatory and planetarium.

Summer camps for little ones in kindergarten through fourth grades. A cafe and gift shop on site.

Dinosaur Hill Nature Preserve

333 N. Hills Circle, Rochester 48307 (248) 656-0999 www.dinosaurhill.org