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VIRGINIA ZOO - FACT SHEET A rich history since 1900 (or 1901, depending on who you ask). Technically, Lafayette Park began its acquisition of animals in 1900, but we didn’t officially become the Lafayette Zoological Park until 1901 when the city of Norfolk deemed us a city park. Today, the Virginia Zoo spans 53 acres adjacent to Norfolk’s Lafayette Park and is bordered by the Lafayette River. Our “residents” from around the world include more than 450 animals representing 115 different species. The Lafayette Zoological Park was accredited in 1974 and continues to adhere to the ethical guidelines of the American Zoo and Aquarium Association. In 1985, the park became the Virginia Zoological Park – now called the Virginia Zoo. A unique partnership between the city of Norfolk and the Virginia Zoological Society. Together, these two entities share the responsibility of the Virginia Zoo. The city serves as employer for the Zoo staff responsible for animal care and husbandry, as well as the Zoo’s grounds and ticket offices, while the Zoological Society provides key support components such as educational programs, membership development, marketing, fundraising, special events, along with all retail functions within the Zoo. Greg Bockheim, our executive director, has been with us since 2006, and we are the largest accredited zoo in Virginia. A new Master Plan transforms the Zoo into a dynamic attraction with everyday appeal. Building on the concept of giving visitors a “up-close-and-personal” look at wildlife, a new master plan is underway that will transform the Virginia Zoo into one of the most dynamic zoos in the country. It’s an exciting time to be a part of the Virginia Zoo. Phase One – Trail of the Tiger - $15.5 million - Featuring animals from Asia - from the islands of Southeast Asia north to China & west to India. Greater and lesser apes: Orangutans, siamangs and gibbons. Carnivores: Sumatran Tigers, Asian small clawed otters and Arboreal Sun bears. Forest Dwellers: Malayan tapirs (large relative of the horse), Cassowaries (large flightless bird) and Anoa (miniature buffalo). Reptiles: Rhinoceros iguanas and a giant water monitor Special features: Underwater viewing of tigers and otters. “Zero depth” water features (2) for zoo visitors to play in. Orangutan activated shower – from inside their exhibit the apes can turn the shower off and on over zoo visitors. Tree dwelling bear species Brachiating gibbons and siamang (exceptionally vocal primates!) 60’ foot viewing window into Orangutan exhibit Phase 1 Timeline: BID for project - December 2007 through February 2008 Ground breaking - April 2008 Grand Opening – April 2010 .

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1 Item Details($) Appropriations($) First Year Second Year First Year Second Year ITEM 571. FY2001 FY2002 FY2001 FY2002 State Grants to Nonstate Entities-Nonstate Agencies (986) 571. Financial Assistance for Cultural and Artistic Affairs (14300) ................................................................................ $35,989,834 $0 $36,289,834 $17,993,563 Other Services (14399) ....................................................... $35,989,834 $0 $36,289,834 $17,993,563 Fund Sources: General........................................................ $35,989,834 $0 $36,289,834 $17,993,563 Authority: Discretionary Inclusion. A. Grants provided for in this item shall be administered by the Department of Historic Resources. B. Grants provided for in this item shall not be subject to the provision of §4-5.07 of this act, but shall be subject to the provisions of §4-5.14 of this act. B. Prior to the distribution of any funds the organization or entity shall make application to the Department in a format prescribed by the Department. This application shall designate whether grant funds provided under this Item will be used for purposes of operating support or capital outlay. Unless otherwise specified in this Item, the matching amounts for grants funded from this Item may be in cash or in-kind contributions as requested by the nonstate organization in its application for state grant funds. The Department shall use applicable federal guidelines in assessing the value of in-kind contributions to be used as matching amounts. C. 1. Any balances not drawn down by recipient organizations on June 30, 2000, from appropriations made to nonstate agencies in Item 572 of Chapter 935 of the Acts of Assembly of 1999 shall not revert to the general fund, but shall be carried forward on the books of the Comptroller.
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