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Milwaukee County Zoo reports accreditation, attendance gains and small year‑end surplus

3255465 · May 8, 2025
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Zoo leadership told the committee it earned AZA accreditation in 2024, increased attendance by about 3.6% to just over one million visitors, recorded a $58,000 net year‑end surplus and is planning a rhino habitat opening this fall and a modern point‑of‑sale implementation.

Deputy Director of the Milwaukee County Zoo presented the department’s 2024 annual report to the committee, highlighting accreditation, attendance and capital plans.

The zoo achieved five‑year accreditation from the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) in February and maintained required USDA licensing. The deputy director said the AZA process involves hundreds of standards and reflects ongoing…

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