(COLUMBIA, MO) ~ Columbia, MO - The City of Columbia is taking a stand to protect pollinators by renewing its commitment to the cause. Tomorrow at 9 a.m., Mayor John Doe will read a special proclamation at Jefferson Middle School alongside 6th-grade students.

The event will also mark the City's continued partnership with the National Wildlife Federation as they sign the Mayors' Monarch Pledge once again. This pledge reaffirms Columbia's dedication to creating habitats for monarch butterflies and other pollinators.

The City's Office of Sustainability is proud to support the protection of one of North America's most important pollinators - the monarch butterfly. In 2016, Columbia first signed the Mayors' Monarch Pledge, pledging to restore native habitats, manage invasive species, and expand education efforts around monarch conservation.

The Mayors' Monarch Pledge represents a community-wide commitment to creating habitats for monarch butterflies and pollinators while empowering residents to take action at home and throughout the community. Since signing the pledge, Columbia has made significant progress in their efforts.

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One of their achievements includes restoring 15 acres of native prairie in City parks with support from the 3M Foundation. Additionally, 33 acres of native habitat have been planted along public roadsides.

Innovative programs such as the Roadside Pollinator Program have also been implemented by transforming traditionally mowed areas into thriving native prairie landscapes in places like medians and roundabouts.

Education and outreach are also key components of Columbia's efforts. School programs and community initiatives continue to raise awareness about pollinator protection. The CoMo Wild Yards program has also been successful in helping residents incorporate native plants into their landscapes, creating certified pollinator-friendly habitats at home.

From restoring habitat to engaging students and residents, it is clear that the City of Columbia remains dedicated to addressing pollinator decline and supporting biodiversity. Their continued efforts serve as an example for other communities to follow in the fight to protect pollinators.

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