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.
City of Northglenn
Northglenn, CO
Meredith Leighty
Summary for 2025
The City of Northglenn is located just 15 minutes north of Denver, CO with approximately 39,000 residents. The city has committed to protecting nature, as noted by being a Tree City USA for over 34 years. To further the City of Northglenn's commitment for preserving our city parks, trails and open spaces, the city has committed time and resources into saving the monarch butterfly and other pollinators with the signing of the Mayor's pledge, pollinator friendly plantings and annual resident education and engagement.
Borough of North East
North East, PA
Bobbi Jo Morey
Summary for 2025
The Borough of North East is located in Northwest Pennsylvania on the shore of Lake Erie. North East is a lovely community with a bustling, small town vibe enhanced by many community green spaces, flowers and gardens. WIth a history and economy shaped by agriculture, North East is committed to working towards creating habitats for Monarch Butterflies and other pollinators. The volunteer community group North East In Bloom has teamed up with Mayor Bobbi Jo Morey to work towards the goals spelled out in the Mayors Monarch Pledge Program. North East, Pa is proud to join this important endeavor.
Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge, LA
Emile 'Sid' Edwards
Summary for 2025
As the capital city of Louisiana, Baton Rouge is the heart and soul of the state’s eclectic culture. With over 300 years of history, Baton Rouge has a colorful story to tell, which can be tasted through our culinary offerings, seen through the picturesque views of the Mississippi River and historical landmarks and experienced through the vibrant arts and culture scene. In the “Red Stick,” every day is worth celebrating, even more so through our festivals and events held throughout the year. Our City is full of open spaces and parks, which are welcoming for monarch and other conservation efforts, and we look forward to creating a city that contributes to the monarch population.
City of Loveland
Loveland, OH
Kathy Bailey
Summary for 2025
Nestled in the charming landscapes of southwestern Ohio, Loveland is a close-knit community with a population that values environmental conservation and biodiversity. Our city boasts a rich tapestry of green spaces, including several parks and numerous community gardens, which serve as havens for local wildlife. Under the leadership of Mayor Kathy Bailey, Loveland has enthusiastically embraced the Mayor's Monarch Pledge, reaffirming our dedication to the preservation of monarch butterflies and other vital pollinators. Through collaborative efforts with residents, local organizations, and government agencies, we are committed to expanding pollinator habitats across our city.
City of Rye
Rye, NY
Josh Cohn
Summary for 2025
Rye is a city on Long Island Sound in Westchester County. This city is surprisingly green as a suburban area near the city. It is flourished with numerous trees, parks, and gardens for the public. This commitment compliments the communities already established Pollinator Pathway goals and maitence of monarch habitats. Mayor Cohn is enthusiastic about supporting efforts to aid monarch butterflies as they transit our city.
City of Carbondale, Illinois
Carbondale, IL
Carolin Harvey
Summary for 2025
The vibrant City of Carbondale, Illinois rests amidst the natural wonder of Southern Illinois. Our community recognizes that human health depends on the health of biodiverse ecosystems that support the security and resiliency of food systems, healthy soil and air quality. With this pledge, the City of Carbondale is choosing to renew its commitment to assuring that pollinator-supportive landscaping and practices are prioritized in all current and future developments.
