OKC
Oklahoma City, OK
David Holt
Summary for 2025
Oklahoma City is the capital of Oklahoma, located in the heart of the state and the Eastern monarch butterfly’s migration pathway. The city is known for its vibrant culture, rich cowboy history, and scenic outdoor spaces, including the Oklahoma City Zoo and Botanical Garden, Myriad Botanical Gardens, and Scissortail Park. Mayor Holt of Oklahoma City has prioritized sustainability efforts by supporting local conservation initiatives and expanding green spaces. Through community engagement, the city is working to enhance pollinator habitats and promote biodiversity, ensuring a healthier environment for future generations.
City of Plymouth
Plymouth, MI
Suzi Deal
Summary for 2025
The City of Plymouth, MI is a vibrant community with a population of approximately 9,300 people that is located about 10 miles west of Detroit. The center of downtown is beautiful Kellogg Park, a popular space to sit by the new fountain, visit with friends, or attend a concert or event. Just outside downtown, you'll find traditional neighborhood streets with sidewalks, mature trees, community gardens, and over 12 parks; many including playgrounds. By signing the Mayor's Monarch Pledge, the City of Plymouth is committed to saving the monarchs and increasing awareness about pollinator habitat decline.
City of Aurora
Aurora, CO
Mike Coffman
Summary for 2025
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.
City of Grandville
Grandville, MI
Steve Maas
Summary for 2025
Established in 1833, and incorporated as a City in 1933, the City of Grandville is located along the Grand River in Kent County, Michigan, southwest of Grand Rapids, and bisected by the beautiful Buck Creek tributary of the Grand. The Mayors' Monarch Pledge is a perfect extension of the Growing a Greener Grandville effort the Environmental Sustainability Committee began in November 2023 to certify the city as a Community Wildlife Habitat. The Pledge will help us focus the city's 16,000 residents on specific projects and actions they can take to create and conserve habitat for the Monarch Butterfly and the many other amazing pollinators and creatures that need our thoughtful stewardship for their very survival.
City Of Huber Heights
Huber Heights, OH
Jeff Gore
Summary for 2025
The City Of Huber Heights is a vibrant suburb of Dayton, Ohio. Home to 43,000 residents, the City maintains over 200 acres of park space. Mayor Gore of Huber Heights has committed to engaging City Staff and residents in the pursuit of creating pollinator friendly areas of the community.
Village of La Grange
La Grange, IL
Mark Kuchler
Summary for 2025
The Village of La Grange recognizes the value of supporting pollinators including the monarch butterfly. Through efforts such as installing a pollinator garden at the historic Stone Avenue station, landscaping practices, or through partnership on an annual native plant bike tour, the Village continues to strive towards an environment supportive of the butterfly and all pollinators.
Egg Harbor City
Egg Harbor City, NJ
Lisa Jiampetti
Summary for 2025
Egg Harbor City New Jersey is a city of 4300 residents. We have planted many community gardens and wish to commit to monarch and pollinator conservation by planting a butterfly garden and educating the public.
Milwaukie
Milwaukie, OR
Lisa Batey
Summary for 2025
Milwaukie is a suburb of Portland with a population of approximately 22,000 residents. Milwaukie Bay, in the Willamette River, is the point at which both Johnson Creek and Kellogg Creek empty into the Willamette River. Milwaukie residents have a deep tie to the natural areas in our community, and the City Council recently selected Enhancing Parks and Greenspaces as one of our Council Goals for 2025-2027. The City has joined with local advocates, including the Rotary Club, the Historic Milwaukie Neighborhood Association, and the Milwaukie Parks Foundation, in attaining Bee City, U.S.A. status and launching the Milwaukie Pollinator Pathway. Mayor Lisa Batey is excited to add this Monarch Pledge to the work the community is doing to support pollinators.
City of Clearwater
Clearwater, FL
Bruce Rector
Summary for 2025
The city of Clearwater, located on Florida’s Gulf Coast, is home to approximately 118,000 residents and is known for its beautiful beaches, vibrant tourism industry and commitment to environmental sustainability. As a coastal city, Clearwater values green spaces, biodiversity and resilience in the face of climate challenges. Clearwater is dedicated to protecting native ecosystems, including pollinator habitats, through sustainable landscaping, community education and environmental initiatives. The city has taken steps to reduce pesticide use, promote native plantings and engage residents in conservation efforts. By joining the Mayor’s Monarch Pledge, Clearwater reaffirms its commitment to supporting monarchs and other pollinators, recognizing their essential role in biodiversity, food production and ecological health. The city looks forward to expanding pollinator-friendly initiatives and enhancing habitat conservation efforts.
City of Milton
Milton, WI
Anissa Welch
Summary for 2025
The City of Milton, located in southern Wisconsin with a population of approximately 5,687, is dedicated to preserving and enhancing natural habitats for pollinators. The City offers numerous parks and a community garden for public enjoyment. As part of this commitment, Milton has established prairie habitats to support native plant species and pollinators. Crossridge Park features a 4-acre prairie where an annual prairie seed collection event is held to promote community involvement and sustainability. Additionally, Bendlin Prairie at Tower Hill Park further expands habitat opportunities for pollinators. Mayor Welch has demonstrated the City’s dedication to protecting monarch butterflies and other vital pollinators by signing the Mayors' Monarch Pledge. This pledge reinforces Milton’s commitment to conservation efforts that support healthy ecosystems and protect these essential species for future generations.
