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the beating of all animals throughout the state. She was here to advocate for <br />the animals and stop the cruelty of animal rides. <br />• Adam Miller (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals-PETA) indicated he <br />is also here to advocate for the animals and stop the cruelty to animals. He <br />indicated there is a video that shows how Have Trunk Will Travel treats the <br />elephant, by beatings, shock and other methods. He noted animals carry <br />tuberculosis and should not be used as rides for the public and children. SA <br />Zoo is only one of two AZA Accredited zoos that allow animal rides. <br />• Matt Rossell (Animal Defenders International - ADI) requested the city <br />investigate how the animals are treated behind the scenes. Animal rides are <br />unacceptable and Have Trunk Will Travel should be investigated. What is the <br />process to begin the investigation? <br />• Heather Drennan (PETA) indicated she lives in Los Angeles, but has 3 <br />generation of families that live in Santa Ana. The city needs to set an example <br />for kids. Elephant rides are not right. This small issue of the elephant ride is <br />hurting the city's reputation. <br />• Councilmember Tinajero indicated he appreciated their patience and <br />professionalism concerning this issue. He indicated the City will be contacting <br />the Director of Have Trunk Will Travel to set up a meeting to discuss the <br />concerns the public has addressed. <br />• RECOMMENDATION: <br />o Begin an investigation and continue the item for discussion at <br />the next PREY meeting. <br />• STAFF COMMENTS <br />• None <br />• COMMITTEE MEMBER COMMENTS <br />• None <br />• Next Regular meeting: July 26, 2011 (Tuesday) <br />ADJOURNED: 5:45 p.m. <br />1 -7 A <br />Gerardo Mouet <br />Executive Director, P CSA <br />PREY Regular Meeting - MINUTES 3 May 31, 2011 <br />13B-3