Village of Marvin
Marvin, NC
Joseph Barbara
Summary for 2026
The Village of Marvin is municipality in North Carolina with a population of approximately 7,000 residents. The Village is located south of Charlotte, North Carolina along the North Carolina/South Carolina state line, is a Community Wildlife Habitat with the National Wildlife Federation and is home to the beautiful Marvin-Efird Park and many home gardens also designated as certified wildlife habitats. Mayor Joseph M. Barbara has signed a proclamation committing the Village of Marvin to saving the Monarch Butterfly through the Mayors Monarch Pledge. We look forward to working with our community to plant milkweed and pollinator habitats throughout our Village.
City of Thornton
Thornton, CO
Jan Kulmann
Summary for 2026
Thornton, Colorado, is a City of approximately 140,000 residents in the north Denver metro area, running south to north paralleling the beautiful Colorado Front Range. Thornton Mayor Jan Kulmann is committed to saving the monarch butterfly and other pollinators with the signing of the Mayors’ Monarch Pledge. She looks forward to continuing her engagement with residents in developing additional pollinator habitat throughout the City. To improve Monarch life cycle success, Mayor Kulmann has encouraged intentional maintenance practices designed for the restoration of pollinator habitat. These practices include reduction of pesticide use near milkweed in targeted locations and the innovative Naturally Thornton program, converting turfgrass into sustainable and native grasslands. In addition, Mayor Kulmann actively supports the citizen driven Monarch Fly Way initiative, which links City appropriate breeding habitat into a single unified habitat corridor, characterized by appropriate maintenance and public education.
Village of Union
Union, IL
Anthony Fredrickson
Summary for 2026
Union is a small village in McHenry County in Illinois. We are approximately 60 miles northwest of Chicago. We are known for the Illinois Railroad Museum and McHenry County Historical Society and Museum. We have been members of the Mayor's Monarch Pledge for several years and look forward to continuing do this for years to come. The gardens are beautiful and help make our community a place people want to visit.
City of Warren
Warren, MI
Lori Stone
Summary for 2026
The City of Warren, Michigan is proud to join communities across North America by taking the Mayors’ Monarch Pledge, a conservation initiative led by the National Wildlife Federation. By taking this pledge, Warren is committing to implement meaningful, measurable actions—such as planting creating pollinator gardens, adjusting municipal landscaping practices, and engaging our community in monarch and pollinator conservation.
Village of Algonquin
Algonquin, IL
Debby Sosine
Summary for 2026
Algonquin is a town in the northwest suburbs of Chicago with a population of roughly 30,000. The city is nestled in the Fox River valley and is home to over 470 acres of restored natural area. President Sosine of Algonquin, IL has committed to saving the Monarch butterfly and other pollinators with the signing of the Mayors' Monarch Pledge and looks forward to engaging the community in establishing more pollinator habitat throughout the Village.
Town of Lamoine
Lamoine, ME
Larissa Thomas
Summary for 2026
Lamoine is a town of around 1,800 on the coast of Maine. We joined Mayors' Monarch Pledge in 2023 and have been building the program each year. We have established pollinator gardens in two locations on town property, we have also planted milkweed in a third location. We have offered four free seed giveways; we have had seedling sales; we have hosted education events with guest speakers, including a seed sowing workshop; we have partnered with the school on a program involving planting milkweed and learning about pollinators; we have partnered with a restaurant, planting milkweed varieties there; and we have been messaging through the town's quarterly newspaper. There is broad community support for our efforts.
City of Shavano Park
City of Shavano Park, TX
Robert Werner
Summary for 2026
The City of Shavano Park is a small, upscale, mostly residential community established in 1956 and located in northwest Bexar County at the edge of the Texas Hill Country. We are situated approximately twelve miles north of downtown San Antonio, and generally nestled between the Olmos and Salado Creeks. Shavano Park is completely surrounded by the City of San Antonio. The Shavano Park’s boundaries are generally Loop 1604 to the north, Huebner Road to the south, Lockhill Selma to the west and Salado Creek to the east. Our City encompasses approximately 3.3 square miles of land and has an estimated 3,820 residents.
City of New Braunfels
New Braunfels, TX
Neal Linnartz
Summary for 2026
Founded in 1845, the City of New Braunfels boasts a highly diversified quality of life for its citizens, businesses, and visitors alike. Mayor Linnartz has committed to helping save the monarch butterfly and other pollinators by supporting the Mayors’ Monarch Pledge. He looks forward to engaging residents in monarch conservation efforts throughout the city of New Braunfels.
City of Loretto
Loretto, MN
Kent Koch
Summary for 2026
Loretto is a city on the western edge of Hennepin County, Minnesota with a population of 673. The city is known for its small-town atmosphere, close to many parks, trails and beautiful lakes. Mayor Koch, on behalf of the city council and the Loretto community, has committed to participating in saving the Monarch butterfly by taking actions to protect pollinator habitat and raising awareness of the need to take action.
City of Jefferson
Jefferson City, MO
Ron Fitzwater
Summary for 2026
The City of Jefferson, with a population of approximately 42,600, recognizes the critical importance of pollinators, including monarch butterflies, to our ecosystem. These essential species contribute significantly to the health of our environment by supporting biodiversity and aiding in the reproduction of plants through pollination. However, pollinator populations are declining at an alarming rate due to habitat loss, climate change, and other environmental pressures. In response to this pressing issue, the City of Jefferson is determined to take proactive measures to conserve and support pollinator habitats. our efforts include: Habitat Restoration: The City is expanding green spaces and establishing native planting zones to create a thriving environment for pollinators. This work includes planting milkweed and nectar-rich flowers that provide essential resources for monarch butterflies throughout their lifecycle. Public Education and Engagement: We are committed to involving the community through informational sessions, educational materials, and on-site signage. These efforts aim to raise awareness about the importance of pollinators and highlight the ways residents can support conservation at home. Partnerships: The city will collaborate with local organizations, schools, and environmental groups to implement conservation initiatives that create long-lasting, positive impacts on pollinator populations. By taking these steps, the City of Jefferson strives to become a model for sustainable pollinator conservation. We invite all residents to join us in this important mission to protect monarch butterflies and other pollinators, ensuring a healthy, vibrant ecosystem for generations to come.
