City of Yonkers
Yonkers, NY
Mike Spano
Summary for 2021
Borough of Carnegie
Carnegie , PA
Stacie Riley
Summary for 2021
The Borough of Carnegie is located in southwestern Pennsylvania and has an estimated population of 7,800. The borough is home to the beautiful Carnegie Municipal Park as well as three additional community parks and rain gardens located throughout the business district. Mayor Riley of Carnegie, PA has committed to saving the monarch butterfly and other pollinators with her signing of the Mayor's Monarch Pledge and looks forward to engaging residents in building more pollinator habitat throughout the city.
City of Nacogdoches
Nacogdoches, TX
Shelley Brophy
Summary for 2021
Nacogdoches is a city in the Piney Woods of East Texas. Known as the "Oldest Town in Texas," Nacogdoches is home to Stephen F. Austin State University, plentiful gardens and natural areas, and five National Register Historic Districts. Citizens here take pride in being designated the Garden Capital of Texas and visitors come from around the country to enjoy the azalea blooms each year. A partnership with National Wildlife Federation is a perfect match and this pledge will help uphold and further goals already in motion to expand native plant areas and educate residents. Staff are well aware of the important role Texas plays in the monarch migration route and will do what they can to promote monarch and pollinator habitat.
City of North Branch
North Branch, MN
Jim Swenson
Summary for 2021
North Branch is a city in east central Minnesota with a population of roughly 11,000. Mayor Swenson has committed to saving the monarch butterfly and other pollinators with their signing of the Mayor’s Monarch Pledge and looks forward to engaging residents in building more pollinator habitat throughout the city.
City of De Pere
De Pere, WI
James Boyd
Summary for 2021
The City of De Pere will actively work with community groups and organizations to create and maintain native plant species for pollinators and butterflies.
Village of Middleburgh
Middleburgh, NY
Patricia Bergan
Summary for 2021
The Village of Middleburgh, New York is located in the heart of the Schoharie Valley. Nestled at the corner of New York State Routes 145 and 30, Middleburgh is the quaint home to approximately 1,300 residents and many historic places of interest, local attractions, specialty shops and restaurants. The Village suffered greatly in the aftermath of Hurricane Irene. Many homes were lost, which created an opportunity to create public gardens and butterfly habitats. The Village would like to expand our butterfly conservation area and offer educational programming to community members.
City of Decatur
Decatur, GA
Patti Garrett
Summary for 2021
Decatur GA is an urban city in the Atlanta metro region with a population of around 27,000 people in 4.5 sq mi. There are several community gardens in Decatur, including two on city-owned property. We are a Tree City USA and a Tree City of the World. Decatur was recognized as the first BeeCity in Georgia in July 2016 and has established two bee habitat gardens. Signing the Mayor's Monarch Pledge is another opportunity for the city to commit to additional conservation efforts and is supported by the city's Active Living Board and the Environmental Sustainability Board. We look forward to continuing our work to educate the community about strategies to conserve monarchs and to taking steps to establish additional natural habitats for monarch butterflies.
City of Klamath Falls
Klamath Falls, OR
Carol Westfall
Summary for 2021
The City of Klamath Falls is the seat of Klamath County Oregon with a population of 21,335 Citizens. The city is on the southeastern shore of the Upper Klamath Lake and about 25 miles north of the California-Oregon border. We are fortunate to live in a rural area that is surrounded by wetlands, Northern flyway for migratory birds, forest, and lakes. We value the great outdoor experience with numerous hiking, and biking trails. I am thrilled that our City Parks has been practicing the importance of planting pollinator plants and a assortment of wildflower seeds to attract migratory butterflies. As Mayor of Klamath Falls, I am signing on with the Mayors’ Monarch Pledge to further this important campaign throughout the city to save the Monarch Butterfly and other pollinators.
Concord
Concord, NC
Bill Dusch
Summary for 2021
Concord, North Carolina, population 94,000, is a NWF Community Wildlife Habitat that partners with the community to deliver excellent service, and plans for the future while preserving, protecting, and enhancing the quality of life. Concord is concerned about its natural, historic, economic, and aesthetic resources and work to preserve and enhance them for future generations. Mayor Dusch is making the pledge to ensure Concord a welcoming place for pollinators.
City of Somersworth
City of Somersworth, NH
Dana Hilliard
Summary for 2021
Somersworth, known as the Hilltop City and considered the "Welcoming City" is a 10 square mile community of 11, 700 population. Somersworth is committed to preserving its rich culture, history and traditions while promoting cultural diversity. The city has a proud track record of its commitment to sustainable practices which include local land and species preservation. Mayor Hilliard in partnership with our city, schools, family and greater community has committed to saving the Monarch Butterfly and pollinator conservation.
