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To Recognize and Celebrate Jack Hanna’s 40th Anniversary at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium.
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WHEREAS, Jack Hanna’s acclaimed work in wildlife conservation as a television personality, author, and director of the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium has helped him become one of the most visible and respected animal ambassadors in the world; and
WHEREAS, With countless TV appearances and as the star of three of his own shows, Jack Hanna’s Animal Adventures, Jack Hanna’s Into the Wild, and Jack Hanna’s Wild Countdown, Jack captivates and educates audiences across the globe; and
WHEREAS, Jack Hanna has explored many different parts of the world and has visited Africa more than forty times where he observes both the many cultures and animals that exist there and provides support for their many wildlife and humanitarian organizations; and
WHEREAS, As the author of fifteen books, Jack Hanna helps educate younger audiences and foster meaningful learning experiences with fun animal facts and stories for them to enjoy; and
WHEREAS, Jack Hanna’s efforts as director of the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium have transformed the zoo into the world-class education and recreational organization it is today; now, therefore
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBUS:
That this Council does hereby recognize and celebrate Jack Hanna’s 40th Anniversary at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium and thank him for his contributions to the City of Columbus and the audiences he has captivated and educated over these many years.