San Joaquin County Grand Jury
• 2018-2019
• Agency Response
“Micke Grove Zoo: Honoring the Past, Securing the Future 2018-2019” (Case No
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Findings and Recommendations 3 findings
F1
1 The lack of a Policy and Procedures Manual for Micke Grove Zoo creates inefficiencies and potential liabilities for the Parks and Recreation Division and San Joaquin County. Agency Response
Related Recommendations (1)
R1
1 The San Joaquin County Parks and Recreation Division develop a written Policy and Procedures Manual for all Micke Grove Zoo operations
F2
1 Despite budget challenges, San Joaquin County leadership, is committed to the continued operation and improvement of Micke Grove Zoo. 4 of 8 Board of Supervisors Agency Response
Related Recommendations (1)
R2
1 The San Joaquin County General Services Department complete and present to the Board of Supervisors an analysis of viable options for the future direction of Micke Grove Zoo, including what they envision the Zoo to be in five, ten, and twenty years
F3
1 San Joaquin County’s ability to identify and secure multiple funding sources will be critical to fulfilling the future vision for Micke Grove Zoo. Agency Response
Related Recommendations (1)
R3
1 The San Joaquin County General Services Department determine the role and responsibility of the MGZS for fundraising to support the future vision for the Micke Grove Zoo, and renegotiate their operating agreement accordingly