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Cover photo: Staff from San Antonio Zoo pose in front of debris. Photo: ZDR3 By Mandy Matson A zoological facility navigating the aftermath of a devastating incident—such as a fire, severe storm damage, or flooding—is a unique entity requiring equally […]
Read MoreThe Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) have entered into a cooperative agreement to implement Section 6003(a)(2) of Public Law (P.L.) 117-2, the American Rescue Plan Act. The enacted language of Section […]
Read MoreThe Zoo and Aquarium All Hazards Partnership (ZAHP) is conducting a survey to collect more comprehensive data on the myriad of issues individual zoos, aquariums, and other managed wildlife facilities have experienced over the first year of response to COVID-19. […]
Read MoreThis webinar was held on October 22, 2020. Presenters from the GA COVID-19 Zoo & Exotic Workgroup and other featured speakers provide members of the exotic animal industry with guidance and resources to help navigate the difficulties of the COVID-19 […]
Read MoreThe Small Business Administration (SBA) recently released updated information on COVID-19 relief programs including the Shuttered Venue Operator (SVO) grants and the Second Draw Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) forgivable loans. Additional information including eligibility requirements and FAQs on these programs […]
Read MoreCongress recently passed a deal for a $900 billion COVID relief package which includes $284 billion for forgivable loans under the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), $15 billion for live venues and cultural institutions via the Save our Stages (SOS) act, […]
Read MoreOn November 30th the ZAHP Fusion Center hosted a ZAHP Chat discussing recent events through the perspective of USDA/Animal Care, with speakers who responded to various affected areas. The call included a brief “FEMA Disaster Assistance 101” as well as […]
Read MoreThe ZAHP Fusion Center has become aware of some potential resources of assistance (included below) for facilities beginning the long road to recovery from Hurricane Irma. Please note, it is always a Best Practice to discuss liability and compensatory issues […]
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