FT. DES MOINES PARK AND BLANK PARK ZOO MEETINGS

Recently, the directors of Blank Park Zoo announced that they will conduct a
study on the feasibility of expanding the zoo into the adjacent Ft. Des
Moines County Park. The announcement that the zoo "would likely expand into
the park" came as a surprise since no public meetings have yet been held.

If you enjoy county parks and are concerned about protection of public open
spaces, plan to attend the public hearings that will be held on February 16
from 5-6 p.m. and 6-7 p.m. and on February 22 from 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM. at
the zoo.

This could set a precedent for future county park ownership changes that
should be a concern to all of us.

For information, contact Jane Clark at [log in to unmask] or 223-5047.

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