St. Charles earns Bird City designation

On May 8, 2024, the city of St. Charles was formally recognized as a Bird City community by Bird City Illinois.

Only 10 towns in Illinois are designated Bird City Illinois communities.

There are nine criteria that must be met to become a Bird City.

The St. Charles Natural Resources Commission highlighted St. Charles’ bird-friendly natural areas, community activities, and education about World Migratory Bird Day and Dark Skies awareness, among other actions taken.

“Disseminating seeds, contributing to pollination, and controlling insects are just some of the ways birds help the environment and communities,” said St. Charles Natural Resources Commissioner Suzi Myers. “The commission felt it was important for St. Charles to become a Bird City and actively promoted the effort. We introduced a resolution, which was unanimously passed by the St. Charles City Council. This demonstrates our commitment to the protection and conservation of bird populations and their habitats.”

In addition to its new designation as a Bird City, the City of St. Charles has been a Tree City USA community for the past 26 consecutive years.