Town/Village of Harrison
Harrison, NY
Ron Belmont
Summary for 2021
Mayor Belmont is committed to pollinator conservation efforts and seeing the effects in the Harrison community.
City of Elgin
Elgin, IL
Dave Kaptain
Summary for 2021
Nestled along the banks of the Fox River, Elgin, Illinois is approximately 38 miles northwest of downtown Chicago and is home to over 112,000 people. The City of Elgin is a river community having a strong affinity to the river, its tributaries, and its adjacent natural areas. Mayor Dave Kaptain and Elgin City Council are very supportive of the sustainability efforts to protect the Monarch Butterfly and the enhancement of pollinator habits.
City of Richmond Hill
Richmond Hill, ON
David Barrow
Summary for 2021
The City of Richmond Hill is a city located in southern Ontario. With a population of approximately 200,000, Richmond Hill is a lower tier municipality in York Region with portions of the City falling within Ontario's Greenbelt and Oak Ridges Moraine. The City has committed to foster natural and built communities that support pollinators through the Environment Strategy and partnerships with non-profit organizations and designations.
Village of Winnetka
Winnetka, IL
Robert Bahan
Summary for 2021
Winnetka, the Native American term for “beautiful land”, is a 12,000 person Village known for its mature tree canopy, sandy beaches, outstanding parks, and renowned schools nestled along Lake Michigan’s north shore of Chicago. By signing the Mayors Monarch Pledge, President Rintz and the Village Council demonstrate their commitment to preserve and enhance the health and biodiversity of this “beautiful land” by increasing habitat for the monarch butterfly and other pollinators through example and education.
Village of Dunnottar
Matlock, MB
Rick Gamble
Summary for 2021
The Village of Dunnottar is a small lakeside community of just under 800 year-round residents located on the western shore of Lake Winnipeg. Dunnottar consists of an amalgamation of three lakeside communities: Matlock, Whytewold, and Ponemah. Dunnottar’s local economy consists mainly of a few retail shops and services, which support the seasonal cottagers and summer influx of visitors. Lake Winnipeg is known for its commercial fishery, with many residents making a living from the summer and winter harvests. Dunnottar and most of the surrounding area owes its biggest tourist attraction to Lake Winnipeg. The shoreline of most of the southern basin consists of several kilometres of white sandy beaches – among the finest in the province. There has been a decline in the amount of wildlife habitat within the Village of Dunnottar boundaries, such as the endangered Piping Plover, due to the developed nature of the community and the extensive use of the shoreline. Within the Village of Dunnottar there are public spaces reserves and road allowances. The Village of Dunnottar recognizes the importance of biodiversity conservation in the midst of competing land uses. The Village of Dunnottar Development Plan and Zoning By-Law outline objectives and policies that have been put into place to help ensure the future security of the Village of Dunnottar Natural Areas. While residents are currently engaged in activities and programs to protect and reclaim local natural areas, this will require constant effort to see the positive results. Intergenerational consideration must be given to land use planning and education so that spaces like wetlands, and the benefits they provide, are nurtured.
City of Shavano Park
City of Shavano Park, TX
Bob Werner
Summary for 2021
The City of Shavano Park is located on the edge of the Texas Hill Country and offers a unique blend of rural small town character with urban conveniences. The City's motto is "City living with Country Charm," a phrase the City lives up to by being a nature and wildlife habitat. The City has committed to saving the Monarch Butterfly by planting the Milkweed plat at City Hall, community garden and municipal buildings. The City also informs the Residents of their ability to contribute by proclaiming April as Monarch Pledge Month in conjunction with the City's annual Arbor Day Celebration.
City of Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI
Tom Barrett
Summary for 2021
The City of Milwaukee's HOME GR/OWN program converts vacant lots into pocket parks and community orchards. We have and will continue to install pollinator friendly plants species in our parks and other eco-related projects.
Charter Township of Chesterfield
chesterfield, MI
Daniel Acciavatti
Summary for 2021
Charter Township of Chesterfield is along Lake Saint Clair in southeastern Michigan. Chesterfield will issue a proclamation to raise awareness about the decline of the Monarch butterfly and the species need for habitat. Chesterfield Township will also hold a community-driven educational conservation strategy that will focus on how residents can help these endangered species by holding an educational class outside for the community to attend. Chesterfield Township will also plant and maintain milkweed at our nature center along the Salt River.
West Norriton Township
Jeffersonville, PA
Jason Bobst
Summary for 2021
We started when William Penn’s son, William, sold Williamstadt to Isaac Norris and William Trent in 1704. In 1730, the court agreed that Williamstadt should be a township and the Township of Norriton was created. Norriton included what is today West Norriton, Norristown, and East Norriton. In 1812, Norriton was divided and the Borough of Norristown was established. On March 9, 1909, the Township of Norriton was again divided, this time into West Norriton and East Norriton. Currently, we have a population of 15,663 residents and we are located in the Philadelphia suburbs in Montgomery County.
Chicago's 50th Ward
Chicago, IL
DEBRA Silverstein
Summary for 2021
The 50th Ward is on the far North Side of the City of Chicago. Our neighborhood is home to many beautiful parks, nature areas, and community spaces. Alderman Debra Silverstein of Chicago’s 50th Ward has committed to saving the monarch butterfly and other pollinators by signing the Mayors’ Monarch Pledge.
