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Pledge Status

Did Not Report

Pledge Date

Wednesday, March 5, 2025

Program Year

2025

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Town of Huntersville

Huntersville, NC

Christy Clark

Mayor

Pledge Summary

Huntersville, NC, is a vibrant and growing town in North Mecklenburg County, known for its charming blend of modern amenities and natural beauty. Huntersville offers a high quality of life for residents and visitors with a strong sense of community, excellent shopping and dining, and access to beautiful parks and green spaces. Our commitment to monarch and pollinator conservation stems from our dedication to preserving the town’s natural beauty and ecological health. By protecting pollinator habitats, planting native species, and promoting sustainable practices, we aim to support biodiversity and ensure a thriving environment for future generations. Huntersville’s green spaces provide the perfect opportunity to foster conservation efforts that benefit wildlife and the community.

Community Spotlight

Action Items Committed for 2025

Communications and Convening ▸

Issue a proclamation to raise awareness about the decline of the monarch butterfly and the species’ need for habitat. This proclamation must incorporate a focus on monarch conservation.
Engage with city parks and recreation, public works, sustainability, and other relevant staff to identify opportunities to revise and maintain mowing programs and milkweed / native nectar plant planting programs.

Program and Demonstration Gardens ▸

Plant or maintain a monarch and pollinator-friendly demonstration garden at City Hall or another prominent or culturally significant community location.

Systems Change ▸

Increase the percentage of native plants, shrubs and trees that must be used in city landscaping ordinances and encourage use of milkweed, where appropriate.

Past Pledge Archive

Mayor Name	Program Year	Pledge Date	Achievement
Mayor Christy Clark	2026	4/13/2026		View Pledge
Mayor Christy Clark	2025	3/5/2025		View Pledge