City of Springfield
Springfield, IL
Misty Buscher
Summary for 2024
The City of Springfield is the capital of the great state of Illinois, with a population around 113,000. Springfield lies in a valley and plain near the Sangamon River, with its own Lake managed by City Water, Light & Power (CWLP). There are multiple public and private schools in Springfield. In an effort to be a more environmentally friendly city, Mayor Buscher of Springfield, IL has committed to helping the monarch butterfly (our state insect) and other pollinators by their signing of the Mayors’ Monarch Pledge and completing the action steps necessary to do so.
City of Lafayette
Lafayette, CO
JD Mangat
Summary for 2024
Located in the Colorado prairie, the City of Lafayette takes pride in its commitment to conserving the delicate ecosystem that supports monarch butterflies and their habitat. As stewards of the land, we have implemented various initiatives to protect monarch populations, including the planting and preservation of native milkweed species, essential for monarch breeding and feeding. Through community partnerships and educational programs, we strive to raise awareness about the importance of monarch conservation and inspire collective action to safeguard their migratory journey.
City Of Mebane
Mebane, NC
Ed Hooks
Summary for 2024
Nestled between Raleigh and Greensboro, the rapidly growing city of Mebane stands as a thriving community at the crossroads of major railways and highways. Renowned for its beautiful parks and strategic location, Mebane's economic and cultural significance in the region is on the rise. Committing to monarch butterfly and pollinator conservation in Mebane will contribute significantly to the health of diverse flora and fauna found in our city as well as adding to its natural beauty.
Village of Union
Union, IL
Robert Wagner
Summary for 2024
Union is a village of approximately 650 residents. We are located about 60 miles northwest of Chicago. We are home to the Illinois Railroad Museum and Henry County Historical Museum. Union is still rural but development is here, too. We are looking forward to the beautiful gardens and the monarch butterflies.
New Trier Township
Winnetka, IL
Gail Eisenberg
Summary for 2024
New Trier Township’s mission is to provide leadership, advocacy, and resources to benefit the physical, mental, and social well-being of residents. Established in 1850, New Trier Township government serves more than 60,000 residents in the villages of Glencoe, Kenilworth, Wilmette and Winnetka, plus portions of Glenview and Northfield east of Harms Road and Northfield Road. In March 2024, the Board of Trustees voted to adopt the Mayor's Monarch Pledge for the second year in recognition that one of the Township's earliest roles, addressing "noxious weeds," may have contributed to a misunderstanding of the importance of native plants to our pollinators and greater ecosystem.
City of Crystal Lake
Crystal Lake, IL
Haig Haleblian
Summary for 2024
The City of Crystal Lake is located in the northwest suburbs of Chicago, IL with a population of roughly 40,000 residents. Crystal Lake is home to two public lakes, multiple public parks, and community gardens. Mayor Haleblian has committed to saving the monarch butterfly and other pollinators with the signing of the Mayors' Monarch Pledge. The City of Crystal Lake looks forward to engaging with residents in building more pollinator habitats in the City.
The Woodlands Township
The Woodlands, TX
Dr. Ann Snyder
Summary for 2024
The Woodlands Township, located 27 miles north of downtown Houston, Texas, is the local government for one of the country’s leading master-planned communities. This 28,000-acre residential and commercial development is home to more than 120,000 residents and more than 2,000 businesses. The Woodlands Township and citizens of The Woodlands have joined communities around the nation to recognize the importance of creating and preserving pollinator habitat. The Board of Directors for The Woodlands Township have committed to help save the monarch butterfly and other pollinators by signing the Mayors Monarch Pledge. To honor the pledge to support monarch butterflies, and all pollinators, The Woodlands Township is working with residents, businesses, churches and schools to raise awareness and create more pollinator habitat across our community.
Village of Wonder Lake
Wonder Lake, IL
Dan Dycus
Summary for 2024
City of Highland Park
HIGHLAND PARK, IL
Nancy R. Rotering
Summary for 2024
Louisville/Jefferson County Metro Government
Louisville, KY
Craig Greenberg
Summary for 2024
Founded in 1778, the City of Louisville is the largest city in the Commonwealth of Kentucky and sits on the banks of the Ohio River. Mayor Craig Greenberg is continuing Louisville’s support and is joining over 600 fellow mayors across the U.S. in support of monarch butterfly and pollinator conservation by signing the National Wildlife Federation’s “Mayor’s Monarch Pledge”. With the monarch butterfly population declining by 80% over the last 20 years, and the 2023-2024 overwintering population in Mexico reaching the second lowest level ever recorded, the monarch butterfly has emerged as an ambassador species to raise awareness for all pollinators and ecosystem health about their need for milkweed plants as well as other native wildflowers and grasses that provide nectar for food and habitat. Mayor Greenberg is dedicated to environmental health by supporting sustainable monarch conservation efforts through encouraging, educating, and empowering citizens that their efforts to create more pollinator habitat throughout the community can have a lasting impact on wildlife and human health. The Louisville Zoo is an accredited member of the Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA) and an agency of the Louisville Metro Government. The Louisville Zoo is also partner of the AZA’s Saving Animals From Extinction (S.A.F.E.) North American Monarch Butterfly Program.
