75 Years of History
On October 30, 1941, River Oaks was incorporated as a village. Since the area
incorporated was not located entirely in “the Castleberry area” the village was named for the
river and oak trees and became River Oaks Village. On May 7, 1946 the Board of Aldermen
changed the name to the City of River Oaks. The City Charter was officially enacted
on January 11, 1949.
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In 1942, the Army Air Force constructed and operated Tarrant Field Air Dome adjacent to the
newly built Consolidated Aircraft Corporation’s B-24 “Liberator” bomber manufacturing
facility, known today as Lockheed Martin Tactical Aircraft Systems. Early in the 1950’s, the
field became a part of the Strategic Air Command and was renamed Carswell Air Force
Base, which remained in operation for over 40 years. In 1994 Carswell was designated as a
Joint Reserve Base to be shared by the Navy, Marines, Air Force and Texas National Guard.
Over the years River Oaks has been a prime location for base personnel to locate.
The first year that River Oaks appeared in the US Census was 1950, with a population of
7,097. The current population according to the 2010 census is 7,427 up from the 2000
population of 6,985 according to the 2010 Census. This growth pattern emphasizes the need
for River Oaks to maintain its only identity and distinguish itself as unique and different from
other suburban cities.
Get Involved!
We are excited to announce the City of River Oaks’ 75th Anniversary Festival on October 5, 2024, and 75th Anniversary Gala on November 2, 2024, both taking place at the River Oaks Event Center. These events will help us commemorate our city’s rich history and aim to shape its’ future for the next 25 years and beyond.
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We invite you to support this cause through various contributions, including monetary sponsorships. Your support enables us to showcase River Oaks as a thriving place for business, family life, and civic engagement.
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Your sponsorship will also benefit parks, recreation, event/community center updates, animal shelters, and other charitable causes in our city.
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In appreciation, we will also acknowledge your sponsorship on our website, media platforms, and event programs.
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Detailed information about the benefits associated with each sponsorship level is available below.
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Thank you for embracing our City’s past, present, and future!
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The Royal Oak
$10,000
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One reserved VIP table with 10 seats
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10 Gala Tickets
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10 Gift Boxes
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Table Service
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Recognition during both events
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Acknowledgement and logo
prominently displayed on promotional materials, all media platforms, and the website
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The Charter Oak
$7,500
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One reserved VIP table with 8 seats
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8 Gala Tickets
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8 Gift Boxes
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Recognition During both Events
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Acknowledgement and Logo proudly displayed on promotional materials and website
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The Scarlet Oak
$5,000
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Shared VIP Gala table with 6 reserved seats
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Recognition During both Events
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Logo proudly presented on website
and promotional material
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The Red Oak
$2,500
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Shared VIP Gala Table with 4 reserved seats
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Recognition at the events
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Acknowledgement on website and
program
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The White Oak
$1,500
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Shared VIP Gala Table with 2 reserved seats
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Acknowledgement on the website and program
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The Live Oak
$500
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2 General Admission Gala Tickets
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Acknowledgement on the website and
program
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The River Oaks Giving Tree
$250
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One Gift Box at Gala
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Acknowledgment on the website and
program
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Gala Program Advertisements are available starting at $25 - $100
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