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Riverside wins Bee City USA designation; Swan Pond native species and ecological health improving, LAC reports

Village of Riverside Board of Trustees · March 6, 2026
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The village announced Bee City USA status, staff reported sustainability initiatives (Bird City, dark-sky assessment, fleet electrification and composting research) and the Landscape Advisory Commission reported measurable ecological gains at Swan Pond, including a rise in native species and the floristic quality index.

President Pollock announced that the Village of Riverside received Bee City USA designation at the March 5 board meeting and thanked staff who prepared the application.

Director Tabb introduced David Rubin, chair of the Landscape Advisory Commission, who summarized LAC activities including invasive species trade-ins, native plant giveaways, a BioBlitz and partnerships with local organizations. Rubin reported measurable…

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