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Council approves Bee City USA memorandum; parks staff, garden clubs to lead outreach

5834615 · September 3, 2025
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Charlottesville voted to sign a memorandum with Bee City USA (Xerces Society) to advance pollinator‑friendly practices on public land; parks staff said the program aligns with existing integrated pest management and native‑planting efforts.

Charlottesville City Council voted on a single reading to authorize staff to sign a memorandum of understanding with Bee City USA and the Xerces Society, joining an initiative that recognizes communities for pollinator‑friendly practices.

Parks and trails planner Chris Gencic said the program — similar to the…

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