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.
Village of Mount Prospect
Mount Prospect, IL
Paul Wm. Hoefert
Summary for 2025
The Village of Mount Prospect, located in the northwest suburbs of Chicago, IL, is home to 56,000 residents. It manages over 25,000 parkway trees and approximately 55 acres of greenspace, including several public native and butterfly gardens. By signing the Mayor’s Monarch Pledge, the Village reaffirms its commitment to fostering native plants and pollinator-friendly gardens throughout the community. Mount Prospect also aims to inspire and encourage residents to join in this effort.
City of Edina
Edina, MN
James Hovland
Summary for 2025
The City of Edina, a first ring suburban city of Minneapolis, Minnesota, serves a population of over 54,000 residents. The City has a balance of residential, commercial and recreational development. Mayor Hovland of Edina, MN supports saving monarch and other pollinators through the signing of the Mayors' Monarch Pledge. This pledge aligns with the City's Climate Action Plan and sustainability goals. The Mayor and City Staff are committed to increasing habitat creation throughout the City, both on City property and engaging with residents and private land owner.
City of Tempe
Tempe, AZ
Corey Woods
Summary for 2025
Tempe, Arizona acknowledges the important role pollinators play in maintaining biodiversity, supporting local food systems, and guarding ecological resilience. The city is an urban hub in the Phoenix Metro Area, and is committed to integrating pollinator-friendly landscapes across public spaces, parks, and urban corridors. Through future-thinking policies and community-driven initiatives, Tempe is installing Sonoran-native vegetation that support butterflies, bees, and other pollinator species. Efforts include expanding rainwater harvesting coupled with desert plantings, collaboration with other city departments, and encouraging residents and businesses to plant milkweed and nectar-rich flora. By embracing conservation as a key element of its sustainability vision, Tempe is not only safeguarding monarchs and pollinators but also fostering a healthier, more vibrant urban environment for generations to come.
Town of Black Mountain
Black Mountain , NC
C. Michael Sobol
Summary for 2025
The Town of Black Mountain, located in Western North Carolina, is along a major fall migration route for the monarch butterfly on their journey south across the Blue Ridge Mountains towards Mexico. We have thousands of monarch butterflies pass through our town and public parks during last week of September and/or 1st week of October annually. In 2015, the Town created our 1st Monarch Waystation in a 10 acre field in our Veterans Park that is right along the migration route to make an inviting place for monarchs to stop to fuel up with nectar from native aster and goldenrod on their journey south. This field has over 500 common milkweed plants where monarchs also lay eggs April through June each spring, and is filled with purple clover, which is one of their favorite sources of nectar locally. Since 2015, the Town has expanded to four (4) Monarch Waystations across the Town located at Veterans Park (est. 2015), Lake Tomahawk (est. 2019), Black Mountain-Tyson Library (est. 2021), and Black Mountain Primary School (est. 2022). Additionally, the Town of Black Mountain provides and maintains pollinator-friendly habitat gardens throughout town including Town Square (our public green space the middle of downtown), Veterans Park, Black Mountain Primary School, Lake Tomahawk and Town Hall. The Town works closely in partnership with the Black Mountain Beautification Committee (BMBC) who assists in maintaining these public gardens. Milkweed plants can also be found within these gardens. The BMBC also maintains gardens in collaboration with several businesses that feature pollinator-friendly plants. Additionally, residents are encouraged to plant pollinator-friendly gardens at their homes, and we have a number of residents who have Certified Pollinator Habitats on their property, thus furthering essential habitats for the monarch butterfly, and other pollinators. Beginning in May 2025, the Black Mountain Town Council adopted a resolution supporting and encouraging residents to participate in the "No Mow May" initiative which encourages letting yards grow during the month of May to allow wildflowers, grasses and other flowering plants to grow freely and providing a valuable habitat and food for pollinators during the spring/early summer. Finally, the Mayor has issued a Monarch Pledge for Black Mountain in the form of a proclamation and encourages our residents to support the monarch by planting monarch-friendly habitats and milkweed plants. The Town is in full support of these efforts and the monarch protection.
City of Sacramento
Sacramento, CA
Kevin McCarty
Summary for 2025
Sacramento, the Golden State capital city at the confluence of two rivers in the Great Valley of California on Nisenan land is home to roughly 520,000 human residents and hundreds of native species that make California a biodiversity hotspot. Among these native species is the beloved and threatened western monarch butterfly. Mayor Kevin McCarty has signed the Mayors’ Monarch Pledge, confirming Sacramento's commitment to saving the monarch butterfly and other pollinators. Together with our residents, we will create more native pollinator habitat across our city.
City of Warrensburg
Warrensburg , MO
Bruce Uhler
Summary for 2025
As Mayor of the City of Warrensburg, I recognize the vital role that monarch butterflies and other pollinators play in the health of our environment, economy, and quality of life. Monarch populations have declined significantly due to habitat loss, climate change, pesticide use, and the spread of invasive species. Cities have a unique opportunity to make a difference, and Warrensburg is committed to being part of the solution. Therefore, I, as Mayor of Warrensburg, pledge to take action to help save the monarch butterfly and support pollinators throughout our community. We pledge to: Eradicate invasive plant species, particularly at Lions Lake, working with our Parks and Recreation department, to ensure native plants can thrive and provide habitat for monarchs and other pollinators. An event was held on April 25, 2025, doing such actions. Educate and Engage the Community, to plant pollinator-friendly gardens and avoid harmful pesticides: Launch public education campaigns about the importance of pollinators and the threats they face, via the Citizens for Environmental Action organization, through their “Air B & Bees for Pollinators” program. This program was designed to create pollinator-friendly gardens in an urban setting by using native plants in the landscape to attract pollinators. Even a small garden can make a big difference! Pollinators have evolved with native plants, and most pollinators feed on specific plant species. Lead by Example: Incorporate pollinator conservation into city planning and public works projects. Host annual community volunteer events to remove invasive species at Lions Lake, other city parks and plant native pollinator habitat in its place. By signing the Mayor’s Monarch Pledge, the City of Warrensburg proudly joins cities across the country in committing to protect monarchs and other pollinators for generations to come. Together with focused efforts like the restoration of native habitat we will create a thriving ecosystem that benefits both wildlife and the people of Warrensburg.
