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UFi' Reciulrerr�er,ts: Id, UMeroinding of Need: Ind & anlicip; tEd appndi, tasks nereSsarp for sowrWul toms IOt[on, ano wggcstion, or sptcol rr,wcwa ifjt tfie Clip should hp made amrert_ The. Santa Ana Zoo is at an exciting yet critical point in Its development. The Zoo has an aging infrastructure and the last Master Plan was conducted almost three decades ago, In that time the zoo world Iias evolved,, with new cultural expectations, standards of animal husbandry and modes of design. Our goal with this strategic and facilities master plan is to ensure that Santa Ana Zoo is best positioned to maximize these opportunities and not only meet the challenges, but catapult itself to the next level by becoming a regional destination, a leader in conservation, and cementing its place as a community asset for education and recreation. Our approach to this process is guided by several core values. Our work will be: • Innovative: big thinking and outside perspectives create truly visionary Ideas • Inclusive: our process listens to and respects all voices • SustainalaE we appreciate tine lnterdepene�ence of human -built and natural environments that contribute to a responsible and cost effective design response, as well. as the financial realities of what it will take to succeed strategically. We understand that the Zoo Is not an island, but part of the community. The process we have laid out recognizes that fact and will identify opportunities to link the Zoo both physically and programmatically with the landscape that itshares with its neighbors. The CLR and Zoo Advisors team has experience working collaboratively with a variety ofclfents across many differenttypes of projects, ranging from single habitats to completely new majorfacllities. Additionally, we have intimate knowledge of Santa Ana Zoo's operations due to the recently completed governance study with Friends of Santa Ana Zoo, and the on-going Giant River Otter project, Facilities Planning Having prepared dozens of Master Plans for zoological institutions of all sizes, CLR appreciates that each client is unique. It is our strength and job to facilitate a balanced vision for the Santa Ana Zoo that will serve as a roadmap for growth and stability for the next 10-20 years, To accomplish the goals of the Master Plan, we feel it is imperative to consider numerous strategies and trends duringthe planning process including improved circulation and land use, long-range utility infrastructure planning, and most Importantly, the development of a Master Plan vision that will help steer animal collection priorities and conservation/education Initiatives. We will bring our experience to bear on the specific challenges of the Santa Ana Zoo, For example, if the original grant deed`smandate that the zoo must maintain at least SO monkeys at all times Is appiicable, CLR has done some of the best and most innovative, activity -based primate exhibits in. the world. With the right mix of design innovation, community involvement, and a shared passion for animals, the Master Plan will be a sustainable and actionable blueprint for ourthree clients; the animals, the zoo staff,: and your visitors. Strategic Planning Many trends may impact the Zoo's future; changing perceptions of zoos by the millennial generation; increasing challenges of managing a diverse animal collection; rising costsfor animal care and exhibits; and added competition for leisure time, Some may look at these as negatives. ,Zoo Advisors looks at this evolution of zoos as an opportunity. We believe the future is bright and bold for the Industry: the last'two years have seen close to $1 billion being invested in new exhibits; attendance is up at a majority of AZA facilities; and revenues have grown considerably from a diverse range of sources. Your new strategic master plan will energize the community and put the Zoo on a path towards long-term growth and success. It's a plan that will align your experience, programs, and people with your recreation, education, and conservation mission. Zoo Advisors has unrivaled and demonstrated expertise in the strategic and operational challenges facing the Santa Ana Zoo as It prepares for a great leap forward, CI_(' 1 JANUARY G, 2017