We Are Stewards of This Land —Let’s Act Like It

Just because we live in a new development doesn’t mean the land is lost. Nature isn’t gone—it’s waiting for a chance to return.

With mindful choices, we can create a healthier environment not just for ourselves, but for the birds, butterflies, bees, and other wildlife that once thrived here. One of the most powerful steps we can take is to plant native species. Native plants are adapted to our region’s climate and soil, and they provide the food and shelter that local wildlife needs to survive. By choosing natives over ornamentals, we help rebuild the ecosystems that may have been disrupted during construction.

Equally important: we must stop using harmful pesticides and herbicides. These chemicals not only damage soil and water quality, but they also harm the very species we want to welcome back. When we allow nature to find its balance again, we give all life—plants, animals, and people—a better chance to thrive.

As residents of this community, we are now stewards of this place we call home. It’s our responsibility to care for the land, not just for ourselves but for the generations that follow. Let’s make choices that keep our neighborhood clean, green, and alive with life—for today, and for the future.