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Charter Endorses March 4 Zoo Levy – Vote Yes on Issue 17
The Charter Committee of Greater Cincinnati has endorsed the Cincinnati Zoo levy (Issue #17). The levy is a renewal with a slight increase within the rate of inflation (.46 mils). Levy proceeds are restricted to the feeding and care of animals, horticulture and building maintenance and repair.
Charter President Michael Goldman stated, “The levy is very reasonable considering the tremendous cultural and economic impact of the zoo. Charter supports Issue #17 without hesitation.”
The zoo is the least subsidized in the state of Ohio. It is one of southwestern Ohio region’s leading cultural attractions, drawing over one million visitors annually, 42,500 family memberships and more than 1,000 volunteers. The Zoo is also an internationally recognized leader in conservation programs.