Native gardens and planned natural landscapes in city parks
De Pere, WI
Summary
The commission reviewed proposed pollinator garden locations at four city parks and praised the native grasses and flowering plants going into city roundabouts. Emily Castellanos continues working with the Conservation Corps on planting projects.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 5
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 13, 2026.
Impact analysis
Watering new gardens could require hiring a contractor with a water truck since staff lacks resources.
Pollinators, park users, and neighbors who enjoy native flowering landscapes.
Mentions & discussions (5)
Sustainability Commission - Oct 13, 2026
Commissioners want to plant native gardens at Voyager and Samantha Parks, with Castellanos drafting a work plan and high school Key Club volunteers possibly helping plant. They also floated a mosquito bucket giveaway to reduce pesticide use on lawns.
Sustainability Commission - Aug 11, 2026
The commission reviewed proposed pollinator garden locations at four city parks and praised the native grasses and flowering plants going into city roundabouts. Emily Castellanos continues working with the Conservation Corps on planting projects.
Sustainability Commission - Jun 9, 2026
The commission has struggled for a year to get pollinator gardens planted — watering is the biggest hurdle. Commissioners floated a single-site pilot, community garden locations, and student volunteers, and Public Works urged more public education about the planned natural landscape ordinance.
Sustainability Commission - May 12, 2026
Commissioners raised concerns regarding the spread of invasive phragmites reeds along trails in local nature preserves, particularly near United Health. Staff noted that management involves mechanical cutting and herbicide treatment due to the difficulty of rhizome removal.
Sustainability Commission - Jan 13, 2026
De Pere is joining a regional effort to hand out native pollinator plants, getting 50 kits with 750 plants for $500. It's a boost for bees, butterflies, and backyard habitat — and free plants for residents who sign up.
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