In the wake of the zoo garage's demise, attention now turns to the makeover of the West Entry into the main zoo entrance. A renovated and expanded penguin exhibit is being touted as the anchor for the entry, but questions remain about whether a west entrance is a good idea, drawing traffic unnecessarily onto Phinney (instead of the south entrance on N. 50th St.) and inconveniencing visitors using the north parking lot. Questions also remain about the zoo's intentions for an Events Center and office building. Is an Events Center for weddings, receptions and other non-zoo activities really needed, where would it be located and what would be the impacts of its construction?

Given uncertainty surrounding the post-garage planning process, it's time to take a look at overall zoo planning, only this time with full public airing and participation. Keep an eye out for further information on this critical issue for our community. In the meantime, feel free to email Save Our Zoo with suggestions, ideas and other input.