HomeMy WebLinkAbout2023-07 Recognizing National Pollinators Month and the Educational Efforts of Betty Ford Alpine GardensrowN of VAIL
Proclamation No. 7, Series of 2023
Recognizing National Pollinators Month and the Educational Efforts of
Betty Ford Alpine Gardens
WHEREAS, current seasonal variations in climate, increased pollution and invasive non-
native plants are endangering the very insects and animals that transfer pollen among plants;
WHEREAS, pollination is a critical process producing the fruits and vegetables animal and
human residents depend on;
WHEREAS, factors related to climate change can be combatted by creating and maintaining
healthy ecosystems;
WHEREAS, pollinators in our high -altitude mountain community include native bees, beetles,
flies, bats, hummingbirds and butterflies;
WHEREAS, favorite plants for pollinators include Servicebeny, Chokecherry, Violet, Catmint,
Columbine, Penstemon, Yarrow, and Geranium;
WHEREAS, Betty Ford Alpine Gardens, located in Vail, Colo. at 8,200 feet, is the highest
elevation botanical garden in North America, and is known for its alpine horticulture, education
and conservation, and features a pollinator garden;
NOW, THEREFORE, the Mayor and Vail Town Council do hereby proclaim National
Pollinators Month, June, 2023. Throughout this planting month, we encourage all residents to
visit Betty Ford Alpine Gardens to learn more about why pollinators are important to us and to
the diversity of our environment, and how residents can help by providing pollinators food and
shelter in their own gardens.
Dated this 61' day of June, 2023.
Vail Town Council
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