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Summary for 2026

The City of Palos Heights is committed to the Mayors' Monarch Pledge. We have conducted a variety of actions over the years as part of our commitment including planting pollinator gardens, restoring landscapes, conducting educational programs, events and outreach. We are excited to continue this effort in 2026 to help the beleaguered Monarch butterfly with continued restoration efforts, educational programs, and pollinator garden plantings in Palos Heights and beyond.

Summary for 2026

The City of Gentry is a welcoming small town of approximately 5,000 residents, located in the beautiful and growing Northwest Arkansas region. Our community takes pride in providing a wide range of outdoor recreation opportunities for both residents and visitors. Mayor Johnston of Gentry, Arkansas, has demonstrated a commitment to conservation by signing the Mayor’s Monarch Pledge to help protect Monarch butterflies and other important pollinators. The City looks forward to educating and engaging residents in efforts to create and maintain healthy pollinator habitats.

Summary for 2026

The Village of River Forest is home to roughly 11,717 residents. It is situated approximately 10 miles west of the City of Chicago, with easy access to public transportation. For more than 140 years, River Forest has remained an attractive community with rich architecture, beautiful homes and friendly residents who take pride in calling it their home. The Village is committed to saving the monarch butterfly and other pollinators with their signing of the Mayors’ Monarch Pledge. Through the work of the Village's Sustainability Commission, we look forward to building more pollinator habitats throughout the community, including engaging with residents on ways they can help monarch butterflies through their own actions.

Summary for 2026

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.

Summary for 2026

McKinney is a unique city nestled along the northeastern region of Texas with a population of approximately 237,416 residents and growing. McKinney’s inherent uniqueness hails from its breathtaking trails to its beautiful parks and serene natural settings that create a unique sense of community. Mayor Fuller is committed to preserving the life cycle and migration of the Monarch butterfly by educating residents on how to create and maintain healthy habitats with the signing of the Mayor’s Monarch Pledge.

Summary for 2026

Kennedale is a vibrant city with a growing population, nestled on the southern edge of the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex. The Keep Kennedale Beautiful Commission in partnership with the city takes care of the pollinator garden and Monarch Waystation, both conveniently located at TownCenter Park in the heart of Kennedale. This park, surrounded by iconic landmarks such as the Library, City Hall, and the 911 Memorial, serves as a hub for community events that attract both locals and visitors. Kennedale is passionate about creating a pollinator-friendly community. By involving residents and emphasizing the importance of native plants, milkweed and pollinators, the city strives to build a sustainable environment for future generations. The Keep Kennedale Beautiful Commission, comprised of appointed board members and dedicated volunteers, passionately cares for the city and its natural beauty. Visit their Facebook page at Keep Kennedale Beautiful for more details and ways you can contribute.

Summary for 2026

The City of Waukesha is a community of approximately 70,000 residents. Residents are committed to protecting the Monarch Butterfly. The Mayor has supported their efforts and that of staff by endorsing the pledge for several years. The City has a Community Butterfly Garden, milkweed plantings and low mow areas to assist the Monarch. Educational sessions are also offered as part of the Arbor Day Celebration and has been incorporated into the Environmental Education Programs.

Summary for 2026

The Village of Ridgefield Park, Bergen County, New Jersey, Settled in 1685, proudly boasts one of the longest continuous Fourth of July parades in the USA. Like this grand country, Ridgefield Park is a rich source of good old American history. Ridgefield Park has a population of approximately 13,300 (5,800 households) and has 1.71 square miles of land. We have a newly constructed nature preserve, two beautiful community gardens and six pollinator gardens. Mayor Anlian committed to saving the monarch butterfly and other pollinators during his tenure with his signing of the Mayors' Monarch Pledge and looks forward to engaging residents in building more pollinator habitats throughout the village. Mayor MacNeill, elected in 2024, continues to support the pledge.

Summary for 2026

Cape May Point is a small borough located at the tip of the Cape May peninsula in Cape May County, NJ. It is the southernmost point in New Jersey and on the East Coast migratory path of the Monarch butterfly. Mayor Anita vanHeeswyk is committed to engaging residents in the creation of additional pollinator habitat given the integral part the borough plays in the incredible monarch journey.

Summary for 2026