Yost’s office also stated that investigations conducted by the Charitable Law Section are confidential, and Ohio Revised Code 109.28 excludes investigations of charitable trusts from public records. The section ensures that charities responsibly use assets entrusted to them and takes enforcement action when charities exploit Ohioans’ generosity,” a release from Yost’s office stated. Jungle Jack Hanna has called the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium home since 1978, serving tirelessly as both director and director emeritus over his 42 years in. This mission is carried out by the office’s Charitable Law Section, which ensures trust in the nonprofit sector through transparency and accountability.
“The Ohio Attorney General is charged with protecting and regulating the charitable sector, including investigating abuses of alleged charitable trust. His media appearances, particularly with Johnny Carson. Jungle Jack' 3 was director of the zoo from 1978 to 1992, and is viewed as largely responsible for elevating its quality and reputation. The city continued providing funds from the city's general fund, however, until 1986. Jack Bushnell Hanna (born January 2, 1947) is a retired American zookeeper and a former director emeritus of the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium. Explore Jack Hannas contributions to our history of wildlife care and conservation and his leading role in the transformation of the Columbus Zoo. The Columbus Zoo is a 501c3 nonprofit organization that also receives levy funds from Franklin County taxpayers. The city of Columbus took over management of the zoo in 1951, but later gave up ownership to the Zoological Park Association, Inc., a non-profit organization, in 1970. One of the largest and most popular zoos in the U.S., Ohios renowned Columbus Zoo and Aquarium and its conservation park The Wilds, houses more than 10,000. The commissioners have also requested an examination of the governance structure of the Zoo Board to determine if it continues to provide the highest level of oversight, transparency, and accountability to the public. The commissioners have asked for the Zoo Board to immediately enhance financial safeguards, including the strict segregation of all levy funds from other zoo funds going forward.
In addition, the Board of Commissioners supports conducting a forensic audit of all zoo funds, including the more than $19 million in levy funds the zoo receives annually from Franklin County taxpayers. A former chief executive officer has agreed to repay hundreds of thousands of dollars to the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium after audits. The Board of Commissioners is committed to pressing for transparency and looks forward to the release of the results of the Zoo Board’s thorough investigation. Ex-Columbus Zoo CEO to repay 400,000 audit said he owed. The Franklin County Commissioners continue to be concerned with the recent allegations involving the now-former executives of the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium. The Franklin County Board of Commissioners issued the following statement Thursday:
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