Village of Trout Valley
Trout Valley, IL
Robert Baker
Summary for 2025
The Village of Trout Valley is a small community in northeast Illinois and has a population of approximately 500 residents. The Village is situated on the banks of the Fox River and is heavily wooded with natural landscapes and a nine-acre natural Fen. The Village maintains multiple pollinator gardens on public land.
City of Santa Fe
Santa Fe, NM
Alan Webber
Summary for 2025
This year, the City of Santa Fe's Parks and Open Space's River and Watershed Section partnered with local non-profit, RiverSource, and dedicated advocates to revitalize a previously disturbed area along the Santa Fe River Trail. Following the completion of river repair work, their collaborative efforts focused on restoring the former staging area into vital monarch habitat. This was achieved through regrading for passive water harvesting, the installation of rock dams on contour, and the planting of milkweed starts and seeds. To ensure the success of this restoration, a community-led watering campaign was developed, fostering collaboration between the city and its residents. A video and public outreach campaign accompanied the planting efforts, raising awareness and encouraging participation.
City of College Park
College Park, MD
Fazlul Kabir
Summary for 2025
College Park is a city in Maryland. It is home to the University of Maryland College Park campus and has several community gardens. It has a population of roughly 35,000 people. Mayor Fazlul Kabir is committed to saving the Monarch butterfly and other pollinators with their signing of the Mayor's Monarch pledge. He is looking forward to continue engaging citizens in building more pollinator habitats in the city.
Borough of Glen Ridge
Glen Ridge, NJ
Deborah Mans
Summary for 2025
The Borough of Glen Ridge is located in Northern New Jersey with a population of approximately 7,500. Numerous organizations, schools, and individuals in Glen Ridge have launched projects to support monarchs and pollinators, including planting pollinator gardens at Clay and Benson Street parks, Freeman Garden, and our schools, selling Penstemon digitalis at our 2025 Arts and EcoFair, and registering properties to be part of Glen Ridge's "Pollinator Pathway" program.
City of Oakland Park
OAKLAND PARK, FL
Tim Lonergan
Summary for 2025
Oakland Park, Florida, is a proud, environmentally conscious community dedicated to sustainability and protecting local wildlife. Under the leadership of Mayor Tim Lonergan, the City has joined the National Wildlife Federation’s Mayor’s Monarch Pledge to help save the monarch butterfly. Mayor Lonergan is committed to preserving pollinator habitats and promoting native plantings throughout public spaces. Oakland Park is expanding its efforts to support monarchs through native landscaping, pollinator gardens, and community education. With strong leadership and community involvement, Oakland Park is creating a healthier environment where monarch butterflies can thrive for generations to come.
City of Lambertville
Lambertville, NJ
Andrew Nowick
Summary for 2025
The City of Lambertville, situated along the scenic Delaware River and the D&R Canal, is one of "America's Prettiest Towns" according to Forbes. The City attracts tourists for its beauty, architecture, shops, restaurants, and annual Shad Festival. While its 1.1 square mile area is essentially built-out, Lambertville is home to native fauna such as Bald Eagles, Cooper's Hawks, foxes, beavers, and butterflies, plus native flora such as jewelweed, wild blackberry, milkweed, and buttonbush, which support many other animals. The volunteer group Lambertville Goes Wild, with the endorsement of the Environmental Commission and the City Council, is promoting habitat creation and enhancement throughout the fabric of the City. Lambertville achieved certification as a Community Wildlife Habitat in 2019, and has renewed certification each year since then. Mayor Nowick is committed to continuing these efforts, with a special emphasis on Monarchs, other butterflies and pollinators, and birds.
City of Novato
Novato, CA
Tim O' Connor
Summary for 2025
Nestled in the scenic rolling hills of northern Marin County, Novato, California, is a vibrant community known for its natural beauty, open spaces, and deep-rooted environmental values. As a city that values sustainability and ecological stewardship, Novato is proud to be actively engaged in efforts to conserve monarch butterflies and other vital pollinators.
City of Sandusky
Sandusky, OH
Richard Brady
Summary for 2025
Located along the Sandusky Bay shoreline, Sandusky has been named the Best Coastal Small Town in America! Although most often referred to as a destination city, Sandusky is HOME to near 25,000 residents. From historic architecture, vibrant neighborhoods and a bustling downtown to incredible access to greenspace, parks and recreation ... Sandusky is an incredible place to live, work, play and visit. City Commission, led by President Dick Brady, are committed to saving the monarch butterfly and other pollinators with their signing of the Mayors' Monarch Pledge. They are committed to the creation of more pollinator habitats throughout the city.
City of Fitchburg
FITCHBURG, WI
Julia Arata Fratta
Summary for 2025
Fitchburg is located in Dane County in the south-central part of Wisconsin, with a population of approximately 35,000, and consists of both urban and rural areas. As Mayor of the City of Fitchburg, I hereby pledge our commitment to protect and promote the monarch butterfly and its habitat. We recognize the vital role that pollinators play in our ecosystems, food supply, and natural heritage.
City of Orono
Orono, MN
Bob Tunheim
Summary for 2025
Orono is a city in Minnesota with an approximate population of 8,000. Nestled on the western shores of Lake Minnetonka, it is renowned for its lush, wooded landscapes and expansive lakeside properties, which create a stunning blend of natural beauty and architectural elegance. Mayor Bob Tunheim has committed to protecting the monarch butterfly and other pollinators by signing the Mayor’s Monarch Pledge. He looks forward to engaging residents in building more pollinator habitats throughout the city.
