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2. Potawatomi Zoological Society- Jim Martindale a. Mr. Martindale, Zoological Society President, and Ms. Dean gave the Board an overview of the planned carousel project including the time line. b. The project includes the addition of an ADA compliant ramp up the hill from the Learning Center, additional outdoor accessed bathrooms, moving of the red panda exhibit to north of the Learning Center, and a large gathering space for events. c. They are predicting a 5-7% increase in attendance, based on industry standards. Ridership is estimated at 15-20% of admissions. She received no feedback on negative impacts of the carousel from colleagues she contacted. Staffing and maintenance expenses will be minimal. d. Ms. Dean went over the phases and costs for installation. Mr. BonDurant made a motion to approve the request to begin the Carousel project as outlined. Ms. Hill seconded the motion and it was passed. 3. Ms. Arriaga requested the Board to approve the Zoo Notes event. It is sponsored by Brown Mackie College and the Zoological Society and will benefit the Zoo, the Zoological Society and Brown Mackie College's veterinary technician program. It will be held in December. Ms. Hill made a motion to approve the request to hold the event. Mr. Mullins seconded the motion and it was passed. IV. The next order of business was unfinished business. There was no unfinished business. V. The next order of business was new business. 1. Request for the Use of Parks-Bill Carleton a. Chili Cook Off—Potawatomi Park—August 31,2013 b. CROP Walk—September 29,2013 —Howard Park c. Rabies Clinic- Coveleski Parking Lot- Humane Society- October 6, 2013 d. Parade- Pulaski Park- South Bend Council 5001- September 14, 2013 Mr. BonDurant made a motion to approve the requests for parks. Mr. Mullins seconded the motion and it was passed. 2. Request to Declare Exercise Equipment in Fitness Center Obsolete-Bill Carleton Mr. Carleton explained that a bicep exercise machine that was originally purchased when the Fitness Center was opened is still functioning, but parts are no longer available to maintain it in the future. He requested that it be declared obsolete. Mr. BonDurant made a motion to approve the request to dispose of the exercise machine. Ms. Hill seconded the motion and it was approved. 3. Request to Approve Schedule of Fees for 2014- Susan O'Connor Ms. O'Connor made a request for the Board to approve fees and charges for 2014. A schedule was provided to the Board. Mr. Mullins made a motion to approve the request to approve the 2014 fee schedule as requested. Mr. BonDurant seconded the motion and it was passed. VI. Approval of Minutes Ms. Hill made a motion to approve the minutes of the regular Board meeting held on July 15, 2013 as mailed. The motion was seconded by Mr. Mullins and approved. - - 2 - -