Aaron (city staff) told the commission that Sunset Zoo won accreditation at a national hearing in Tampa, Florida, and that the accreditation will last five years subject to customary follow‑up reporting.

“The zoo has been accredited for several years,” Aaron said, and the accreditation process requires a full review; he said the accrediting body returned a positive decision after a short deliberation and staff will provide required follow‑up reports. He credited zoo staff and volunteers, and singled out Scott Shoemaker and the zoo team for the preparation that led to accreditation.

City leaders noted accreditation affects animal care standards and membership reciprocity with other accredited zoos, and they encouraged public recognition of the zoo staff’s work. No policy change or city funding decision was made at the meeting.