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Brookfield unveils ambitious zoo revitalization plan

July 22, 2024 | Brookfield, Cook County, Illinois



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Brookfield unveils ambitious zoo revitalization plan
During a recent government meeting, key updates were shared regarding zoning and community events, although the session was cut short due to a lack of quorum. Trustee Ketchmark provided an overview of zoning updates, noting that the Economic Development Committee (EDC) was the first to review these changes. Several agenda items were left unaddressed and will be revisited in the next meeting.

Trustee Nerametz, who was absent, was expected to highlight the upcoming \"Concerts in the Park\" and \"Music on Grama\" events scheduled for Saturday. Additionally, Trustee Kaluzny was also not present, and no updates were provided from the Solid Waste Agency of WCMC since the last meeting.

A significant highlight of the meeting was a sneak preview of the Brookfield Zoo's ambitious 50-year plan, presented by Dr. Atkinson and Jennifer Bader. The plan includes a $100 million investment aimed at enhancing visitor experiences with new immersive exhibits and infrastructure improvements, such as an overpass to address flooding issues. The zoo plans to present these developments to the board in a future meeting for community engagement.

Trustee Garvey also shared a heartfelt letter from Frank Clark, a Navy veteran and the grand marshal of the recent Fourth of July parade. Clark expressed gratitude for the honor and emphasized the importance of community service and unity.

The meeting concluded with the passage of the omnibus agenda and a resolution to amend the lead water service line fund policy, removing the elective private service line replacement component. The motion was unanimously approved by the trustees present.

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