Village of Riverwoods
Riverwoods, IL
Kristine Ford
Summary for 2025
Riverwoods is a Village in the north suburbs of Chicago with a population of roughly 3,700 people. The Village is a unique community located primarily along the east side of the Des Plaines River with homes built in and among various remnant woodlands, savanna marsh and prairie ecosystems. Mayor Ford 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.
City of Lebanon
Lebanon, MO
Jared Carr
Summary for 2025
With the recent clearing of trees and plants around Lebanon, MO, for new businesses and housing developments, our local flora and fauna are facing significant challenges. Birds, insects, reptiles, and small mammals have lost vital habitats due to large-scale logging and vegetation removal. As a community, we must take action to create and preserve green spaces that allow local wildlife to thrive. Responsible growth means considering the impact on our environment and ensuring that our town remains a balanced ecosystem. By prioritizing habitat conservation, we can reduce the number of wildlife-related calls to Conservation employees and Animal Control, ultimately fostering a healthier coexistence between nature and development. If we truly want Lebanon to grow in a positive and sustainable way, we cannot overlook the need for wildlife-friendly spaces. Let’s work together to protect our natural surroundings while building a future that benefits both people and animals.
City of Quasqueton
Quasqueton, IA
Joe Miller
Summary for 2025
Quasqueton is a city in east central Iowa with a population of roughly 570 citizens. The city is nestled along the Wapsipinicon River and is home to a beautiful campground located on the banks of the river. Mayor Miller of Quasqueton, Iowa 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 thoughout the city.
City of San Antonio
San Antonio, TX
Ron Nirenberg
Summary for 2025
The City of San Antonio is the 7th largest city in the United States. Uniquely situated along the monarch butterfly migration routes, San Antonio has proudly been part of the Mayors' Monarch Pledge since 2015. In 2016, San Antonio was declared the first Monarch Champion City by the National Wildlife Federation after becoming the first city in America to adopt all Champion City action items. With support from the Alamo Area Monarch Collaborative, and other key stakeholders, the City of San Antonio is committed to saving the monarch butterfly by establishing more monarch-friendly habitat across the city and through education and outreach efforts promoting the importance of this incredible pollinator. Together with our local stakeholders and regional partners, San Antonio remains dedicated to monarch and pollinator conservation.
Village of Bull Valley
Bull Valley, IL
EMILY BERENDT
Summary for 2025
City of Eaton Rapids
Eaton Rapids, MI
Pam Colestock
Summary for 2025
The City of Eaton Rapids is a city of nearly 5,300 residents. We are committed to educating the community and providing examples of why and how monarch butterflies and pollinator insects play an important role in our environment health.
City of Greenville SC
Greenville, SC
Knox White
Summary for 2025
Situated in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Greenville is the major metropolitan area of the Upstate region of South Carolina with a population of over 70,000. Greenville’s reinvigorated downtown serves as the focal point, contributing significantly to the city’s rising reputation as one of the best places to live in the United States. The city features more than 400 acres of parkland, including Unity Park, Greenville’s newest park featuring state-of-the-art playgrounds, expansive green spaces, pedestrian bridges and walking trails and Falls Park on the Reedy River, featuring impressive natural waterfalls, gardens, nature trails and the Liberty Bridge, a striking pedestrian suspension bridge. Adding to the city’s distinctive charm is the Swamp Rabbit Trail, 22-miles of multi-use greenway that traverses along the Reedy River. The City of Greenville takes great pride in its parks and recreation system and the natural environment. Providing habitat for pollinators including Monarch butterflies is important to support the natural ecosystem, public and private gardens, and overall environment. The City of Greenville is committed to saving the monarch butterfly and other pollinators with the signing of the Mayors’ Monarch Pledge.
City of Salem
Salem, VA
Renée Ferris Turk
Summary for 2025
Salem, Virginia is a city in Southwest Virginia with a population of approximately 25,000. The city is nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains near the Blue Ridge Parkway. Salem is home to Roanoke College and hosts many athletic events and tournaments at the Moyer Sports Complex. Salem is home to many community gardens. Mayor Turk of Salem, Virginia, has committed to saving the Monarch butterfly and other pollinators with Salem's signing of the Mayors' Monarch Pledge and looks forward to engaging residents in expanding pollinator habitats throughout the city.
City of Moorpark
Moorpark, CA
Chris Enegren
Summary for 2025
Moorpark is a city located in Ventura County, California. With a population of roughly 36,000 residents, Moorpark is situated in an idyllic valley surrounded by rolling hills, agriculture, and many wholesale plant nurseries. Moorpark is known for its abundance of city parks and small town charm. Moorpark has committed to monarch and pollinator conservation through planting efforts in city parks and landscapes that support these populations.
City of St. Peters
St. Peters, MO
Len Pagano
Summary for 2025
St. Peters is a city about 30 miles west of the St. Louis metro area. It has a population of approx. 60,000 people. St. Peters has an amazing Parks system, with 26 Parks and over 30 miles of paved trails. St. Peters has committed to saving the monarch butterfly and other pollinators with land stewardship work in the city. Though the management of our natural areas, parkland, trails, and community gardens along with signing of the Mayors' Monarch Pledge, we look forward to engaging our community in building more pollinator habitats.
