Forensic audits initiated by the zoo's board later revealed improper spending and questionable business practices by the former top two executives, resulting in hundreds of thousands of dollars in zoo losses.
The denial of the zoo's accreditation appeal comes just days into Schmid's tenure, who began in his new zoo leadership role Dec. Schmid previously told The Dispatch he was puzzled by the AZA's initial accreditation denial, noting the zoo's issues regarding animal acquisition and leadership's missteps "have been dealt with very effectively. In a written statement Tuesday morning, the AZA board of directors said it did not make the decision lightly. Holding accreditation by the AZA develops public trust and confidence that a facility meets or exceeds current industry standards, and distinguishes facilities from for-profit animal menageries.
AZA accreditation also exempts institutions from certain government requirements, especially at the state level, and it can impact eligibility for funding and grants from some foundations, corporations or other funding sources.
As it works to regain accreditation beginning in fall of , the Columbus Zoo "will do everything necessary to remain in compliance of all laws and regulations," its website said.
It was not immediately clear Monday how many or which animals at the Columbus Zoo might be part of such programs, or how exactly they will be affected with the zoo's loss of accreditation. The Columbus Zoo however, will continue to honor reciprocal admission discounts for members of other AZA-accredited institutions. Krot told the man. Angela Simmons caught fans by surprise on Jan.
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