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Our Mission

Pollinator populations are in decline due to habitat loss, climate change, and pesticide use. The loss of pollinators is a threat to food security and the ecosystem. Communities must be educated on how to protect pollinators and their habitats and the importance of doing so.

Bee City Johnstown was started in 2025 as a project of the John B. Gunter Community Leadership Initiative through the Cambria Regional Chamber.

Primary Objectives:

Create and maintain pollinator habitats
Educate the public on the importance of pollinators and pollinator protection
Foster collaboration among local government, schools, businesses, and residents
Receive and maintain official Bee City USA designation

The Bee City Johnstown Committee:

Hali Andresky, Martin-Baker America
Vaughn Burnheimer, The Tribune-Democrat
Courtney Cavalier, Conemaugh Health System
Jennifer Gottwald, Tableland Services
Amanda Martin, National Center for Defense Manufacturing and Machining
Arturo Martynuska, City Manager, City of Johnstown
Michael Matlin, RTX Corporation
Carmelo Truscello, Director of Public Works, City of Johnstown

A Resolution of Johnstown City Council Designating Johnstown, Pa., as a Bee City USA Affiliate.

RES#10776-BEE CITY.pdf

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