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Michigan City Zoo passes USDA inspection; director outlines exhibit and program upgrades

3699443 · June 5, 2025
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Summary

Zoo Director Jamie Huss reported the Michigan City Zoo passed a pop-up USDA inspection with no noncompliance findings and described recent exhibit repairs, new animal arrivals, community partnerships, and fundraising activities for future projects.

The Michigan City Zoo passed a pop-up U.S. Department of Agriculture inspection with no noncompliance findings, Zoo Director Jamie Huss told the Parks and Recreation Board on June 4. Huss said meeting USDA standards is required to maintain the zoo’s license and compared the requirements to those applied at larger facilities.

Why it matters: Passing USDA inspection preserves the zoo’s operating license and allows the facility to continue school programs, camps and…

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