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Summary for 2026

The City of Howell is a small city at the heart of Livingston County, Michigan. The City of Howell is the county seat and has approximately 9,500 people. The community has a lovely, walkable downtown that is surrounded by agriculture. The City has a lovely charm and covers just over 5 miles. It features architecture from the mid 19th to mid 20th centuries.

Summary for 2026

Wheat Ridge is a thriving small city just outside of Denver, Colorado, known for its strong sense of community, commitment to sustainability, and rich agricultural history. As part of our dedication to environmental stewardship, we recognize the vital role of pollinators in maintaining healthy ecosystems and supporting local biodiversity. Through initiatives like the Mayor’s Monarch Pledge, Wheat Ridge is working to protect and enhance pollinator habitats by planting native species, educating residents, and promoting sustainable landscaping practices. By prioritizing these efforts, we aim to create a more resilient and vibrant environment for both people and wildlife.

Summary for 2026

The Village of Oak Park is doing its part to help save the monarch butterfly, an iconic North American species whose populations have declined dramatically in recent years. Village officials have joined hundreds of communities across the country in a pledge to create a healthy habitat that will aid monarch butterflies on their annual migration across the continent. In addition to issuing a proclamation to raise awareness of the decline of the monarch butterfly and the species’ need for habitat, the Village plants native milkweed and nectar plants on public properties when appropriate across the community, including traffic diverters, cul-de-sacs, medians and planters. The Village's Public Works Center is also home to a certified Monarch butterfly waystation. According to the National Wildlife Federation, monarch butterflies numbered around 1 billion in 1996. Today, their numbers have declined significantly as a result of numerous threats, particularly the loss of habitat due to cropland conversion, urban development, and agricultural practices.

Summary for 2026

Located in the heart of Southwest Volusia with a population of 14,000, Orange City offers a wide variety of opportunities for people to live, work, visit and play. Orange City is one of the region’s major centers of retail and commerce and boasts a healthy business community with everything from retail to industrial, all while fostering a strong entrepreneurial spirit for new businesses. With the backing of the full City Council and the Mayor, they stand committed along with dedicated staff who are passionate about saving the monarch butterfly and our pollinators. In signing the Mayors Monarch Pledge, we look forward to increasing our efforts throughout the city in engaging the community on the need for more pollinator habitats.

Summary for 2026

Cedar Park is a community of approximately 90,000 residents just north of the City of Austin. The city and its residents are committed to protecting the monarch and pollinator conservation through efforts to engage community members in the education of this important endeavor. Mayor Penniman-Morin is passionate about the conservation of the monarch and the importance of developing outreach and educational programs, installation of pollinator gardens and overall conservation efforts to promote native plants and wildlife.

Summary for 2026

The City of Versailles is a small, close-knit rural community and the county seat of Morgan County, with a population of roughly 2,539 residents. Known as a gateway to the Lake of the Ozarks region, Versailles combines a rich history dating back to the 1800s with a strong sense of community pride, local traditions, and family-oriented living. The city offers parks, schools, local businesses, and community events that reflect its commitment to quality of life and stewardship of its natural surroundings. The Versailles community recognizes the importance of protecting natural resources and enhancing environmental sustainability. As part of this commitment, the city and its residents are increasingly engaged in efforts to support monarch butterflies and other pollinators. Through habitat restoration, native plantings, public education, and community partnerships, Versailles is working to create and maintain pollinator-friendly spaces that contribute to biodiversity, strengthen ecosystems, and promote environmental awareness for future generations.

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Summary for 2026

More than 386,000 residents choose to live in Aurora, making it the third largest city in Colorado and the 54th largest in the United States. The city covers more than 160 square miles, and is located within three counties: Arapahoe, Adams, and Douglas. Aurora boasts over 8,000 acres of open space, 119 miles of trail, 103 parks, 3 nature centers, and 2 reservoirs.

Summary for 2026

Grand Rapids is a city in west Michigan with a population of nearly 200,000. Grand Rapids resides along the Grand River and is just under 30 miles from the shores of Lake Michigan. Mayor LaGrand is committed to working to protect monarch butterflies and other native pollinators by signing the Mayors’ Monarch Pledge and supporting the ongoing pollinator conservation efforts by groups in the Grand Rapids community. Mayor LaGrand recognizes the important role played by the Upper Midwest in providing crucial summer habitat for monarch butterflies in their annual journey, and through this pledge seeks to highlight the role we can play in protecting this iconic species.

Summary for 2026

Northville is a leading community in sustainability in both Wayne and Oakland Counties, where the municipality is the only one that sits in both. The city of Northville has established a sustainability committee that has been in operation since 2019 and has led the charge on many aspects, under their jurisdiction in Wayne County, working with county officials... examples of activities of our sustainability team include being a Tree City USA (5 years running)... reduction in invasive species in our 750 acres of park land, and river access... control of pesticides that are harmful to the environment, along with working along with our Department of Public Works (DPW) to use less salts and less environmentally unfriendly chemicals. Mayor Turnbull is looking forward to committing to signing the Mayor's Monarch Pledge engaging Northville in sustainable activities for pollinators, trees, and other environmental aspects.