On October 20, 2009, the City Council recognized Ms. Kris
Vehrs, the Executive Director of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, and
also considered adopting a joint ceremonial resolution with the Mayor
honoring the Hogle Zoo and Tracy Aviary for receiving national accreditation
by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA).
Ceremonial Resolution, click
here To watch a taping of this presentation, visit:
http://www.slctv.com/vd_city_council.htm and click on 10-20-09 City
Council meeting link.
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| Kris Vehrs acknowledges that
Hogle Zoo and Tracy Aviary meet the highest standards in the world, AZA accreditation, which is a major milestone. Accreditation differentiates Hogle Zoo and Tracy Aviary from 2,500 licensed exhibitors in the United States. AZA standards signify excellence in animal care, professionalism, ethics, conservation, and education. |
Kris Vehrs presents accreditation plaques to Jim Hogle and Craig Dinsmore of the Hogle Zoo; and Tim Brown and Pete Taylor of the Tracy Aviary. |
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Appreciation is shown by a round of applause
for the great |
A joint ceremonial resolution by Mayor Becker and Salt Lake City Council Members are presented to Craig Dinsmore of Hogle Zoo and Pete Taylor of the Tracy Aviary. Carlton Christensen, Council chair, and David Everitt, Mayor's Chief of staff, extend the City's congratulations. |
