City of Herreid
Herreid, SD
Gary Weismantel
Summary for 2021
The City of Herreid is a town of almost 500, located along highway 83 in South Dakota. We are situated 30 minutes from the Missouri River and surrounded by beautiful countryside, which is home to many wildlife species, including the Monarch. The City of Herreid looks forward to facilitating the development and maintenance of Monarch habitats throughout the community.
City of Horseshoe Bay
Horseshoe Bay, TX
Cynthia Clinesmith
Summary for 2021
Horseshoe Bay is a City of 7,600 in the Texas Hill Country. We have been taking a number of steps to help the monarch, including a mowing delay, promoting monarch friendly planting, public education, and hosting a community presentation on the monarch and honey bees. This presention was done with cooperation from researchers at the University of Texas at San Antonio. We have much community interest in protecting nature here, and this is reflected in our city master plan, which mandates that we act as good stewards for the environment. We have taken other actions besides the monarch pledge that are tied to the master plan. For instance, our Utilties Department is active in trying to protect and move bee hives that take up residence in our water meter boxes, and Horseshoe Bay has also been recognized as an International Dark Skies Community. We are in the early stages of building a source water protection plan for our local water supply, which is Lake LBJ, and we maintain an active water conservation program.
City of Warren
Warren, MI
Lori Stone
Summary for 2021
The city of Warren is the third largest city in the state of Michigan. Since being elected Mayor in Nov. 2007 I have been committed to saving the Monarch Butterfly. I established a butterfly garden at city hall in the Spring of 2008 and encouraged residents to do the same. My administration has also encouraged community gardens and many "green" initiatives to save the environment.
Brushy Creek Municipal Utility District
Round Rock , TX
Shean Dalton
Summary for 2021
Brushy Creek Municipal Utility District is a Central Texas Community of approximately 25,000 residents. The District has a network of parks, trails, environmental preserves, landscaping, and a beautiful Community Center Garden. As part of the Brushy Creek Life, the District, the Board of Directors, and the General Manager have committed to saving the monarch butterfly and other pollinators with their signing of the Mayors' monarch pledge and looks forward to engaging residents in building more pollinator habitat throughout the District.
City of Westerville
Westerville, OH
Kathy Cocuzzi
Summary for 2021
Westerville's heritage dating back to 1809, natural beauty, and careful planning make it a special place to call home. Located in the northeast corner of Ohio's fastest growing region, Westerville is a vital city of 37,000 residents, a leader in job creation, and it is located just 10 miles from the airport and the state capital of Columbus. When a community calls itself a “City Within a Park,” you know there’s a true dedication to parks and recreation. With more than 650 acres of parkland, 18,000 trees, and 51 miles of trails, Westerville lives up to this vision. In fact, thanks to years thoughtful planning, 95% of City homes are located within a half-mile of a park. You see Westerville’s parks aren’t simply a weekend destination, but a core identifying feature of the community.
City of San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo, CA
Erica Stewart
Summary for 2021
The City of San Luis Obispo is located on the Central Coast of California and is in the path of the Monarch migration. We have a documented roosting site in town that we are monitoring, are working with community groups to increase pollinator plants and habitat around town in support of this iconic species. Mayor Heidi Harmon and her staff are committed to supporting the Pledge and working on Monarch butterfly protection!
Village of Glencoe
Glencoe, IL
Lawrence R. Levin
Summary for 2021
The Village of Glencoe is a northern Cook County community with a population of roughly 9,000. The Village is situated on Lake Michigan and is home to several monarch gardens, sanctuaries, and nurseries across the community. The Village Glencoe, IL has committed to saving the monarch butterfly and other pollinators with the signing of the Mayor's Monarch Pledge and looks forward to engaging residents in building more pollinator habitat throughout the Village.
City of West Chicago
West Chicago, IL
Ruben Pineda
Summary for 2021
West Chicago is a diverse, family-oriented community with a population of roughly 27,100. The City is located approximately 30 miles west of the City of Chicago, with a rich cultural mix and a proud heritage. Mayor Pineda's commitment to saving the monarch butterfly started in 2017 when he signed his first Mayor's Monarch Pledge. He looks forward to continuing efforts to educate the public on the importance of the monarch butterfly and other pollinators, and demonstrate how the community can help save them by planting native milkweed and other pollinator-friendly native nectar plants.
Village of Lincolnshire
Lincolnshire, IL
Elizabeth Brandt
Summary for 2021
The Village of Lincolnshire is located in southeast Lake County, approximately 34 miles from downtown Chicago. The Village encompasses 4.58 square miles and is generally bordered on the north and northwest by Vernon Hills; on the south and southwest by Riverwoods and Buffalo Grove, and on the east by Bannockburn and Lake Forest. Lincolnshire is characterized by higher than average household earnings; highly educated residents; and a diverse population encompassing all ages, occupations, and incomes. A growing population of middle to high-income households live within a three-mile radius of the Village.
City of Waukegan
City of Waukegan, IL
Sam Cunningham
Summary for 2021
The City of Waukegan is committed to protecting the monarch butterfly and other pollinators native to the northern region of Illinois. We believe conserving monarch and native pollinator populations is a critical step toward supporting native biodiversity, increasing the quality of lives for our community, and engaging in sustainable, nature-based solutions to climate change.
