Title
Proclamation for Mayors’ Monarch Pledge Day
Summary
COUNCIL GOAL: Enhance the Quality of Life on McKinney
(5C: Develop sustainable quality of life improvements in the City of McKinney)
MEETING DATE: October 5, 2026
DEPARTMENT: Public Works
CONTACT: Steve Tilton, Assistant City Manager
Ryan Gillingham, Public Works Director
Eric Hopes, Senior Environmental Services Manager
Sujata Gautam, Sustainability Manager
RECOMMENDED CITY COUNCIL ACTION: No action
ITEM SUMMARY:
• The proclamation recognizes October 5, 2026, as Mayors’ Monarch Pledge Day in McKinney, Texas. The proclamation highlights the importance of the monarch butterfly as an iconic North American species and vital pollinator, recognizes McKinney’s location along the monarch’s migratory path and the City’s efforts to create pollinator-friendly habitat, and encourages community participation in protecting monarchs through native planting and reduced use of herbicides and pesticides.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
• The monarch butterfly population has declined by over 90% in the past two decades.
• McKinney lies directly within the monarch’s migratory flight path and has taken proactive steps to create and preserve pollinator habitats.
• This Proclamation demonstrates leadership and reinforces the City’s ongoing sustainability and environmental stewardship initiatives.
• Through this symbolic yet impactful action, McKinney strengthens community engagement and raises awareness of conservation efforts.
FINANCIAL SUMMARY: No fiscal impact is anticipated as a result of this proclamation.
BOARD OR COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION: N/A