Chicago Zoological Society

“The fiscal, general oversight, and policies of the Society are vested in a Board of not more than 58 Trustees. As of December 31, 2013, there were 47 voting Trustess. The elected Officers of the Board, the chairs of the standing committees and such other Trustees as may be appointed by the Chairman constitute the Executive Committee. The Executive Committee has the power to transact all regular business of the Society during the period between the regular Board meetings.”

“Corwith Hamill, Honorary Chairman of the Board of Trustees through 7/13 and Elizabeth Hamill Bramsen, Vice-Chairman of the Board - Family Relationship Cindy Zeigler, Key Employee and Frank Zeigler, Key Employee - Family Relationship.”

“The membership of the Society is composed of up to 250 Governing Members. Up to 55 of the 58 Board of Trustees are elected by the Governing Members at their annual meeting. Governing Members are also eligible for appointment by the Societys Chairman to serve on Board committees other than the Exectuive Committee. Governing Members are chosen by the Nominating Committee of the Board of Trustees and voted on by the full Board of Trustees.”

“The membership of the Society is composed of up to 250 Governing Members. Up to 55 of the 58 Board of Trustees are elected by the Governing Members at their annual meeting. Governing Members are also eligible for appointment by the Societys Chairman to serve on the Board committees other than the Executive Committee. Governing Members are chosen by the Nominating Committee of the Board of Trustees and voted on by the full Board of Trustees.”

“The IRS Form 990 is prepared by Societys management and reviewed and signed by the Societys tax advisor. The Form 990 is also reviewed by the Audit Committee of the Board of Trustees. A copy of the entire final version of the form is also made available to the Board of Trustees prior to filing with the IRS.”

“Annually, a conflict of interest form is sent out to all members of the Board of Trustess, Key Employees and any employee with purchasing authority. The form covers potential conflicts through financial interests, use of Society services, priviledged information and representation of Society interests. It also covers specific disclosures required by the IRS Form 990 and the Illinois AG990IL. Board of Trustees responses are reviewed by the Secretary of the Board and the Sr. VP Finance and Admin. who together determine if a conflict exists. Employee responses are reviewed by the VP Human Resources and the Sr. VP Finance and Admin. Any conflicts are addressed to ensure that all internal procedures are followed for any transactions with that individual and that all items requiring disclosure are properly noted. Any Board members with a conflict must abstain from voting on decisions involving the transaction in question. Any transactions entered into with interested parties follow the Societys established procurement policies and are provided at rates competitive with market rates.”

“The Societys policy for approval of compensation arrangements with officers and certain senior employees requires review and approval of the compensation arrangement by the Executive Committee of the Board, excluding anyone who is related to or under the control of the person involved in the arrangement. The Committee relies on appropriate comparability data which indicates the types and levels of similar compensation and benefit packages for similar positions provided by similar organizations. The Committee documents the basis for its determination of the reasonableness of compensation. This process is done annually for the President, Sr. VP of Finance and Admin and the Sr. VP of Institutional Advancement in any year where there is an increase in compensation.”

“Governing documents are available through applicable governmental agencies the conflict of interest policy and financial statements are available upon written request to the Society.”

“Program Service Expenses 6,716,000, Grants and allocations 242,091, Revenue 679,040 Center for Conservation Leadership CCL Through its many conservation and education programs, CZS communicates with others to engender in them a sense of ownership about living harmoniously with nature and helping save endangered species. Education specialists, curators, graphic and exhibit designers, photographers and many others contribute to sharing this information with visitors. As well as reaching the 2.1 million visitors, CZS engages would be conservationists outside of the Zoo including classrooms of school children, teachers and community leaders. Additionally through field programs, CZS supports efforts to protect and restore populations of threatened species in other parts of the world. The CCL strengthens the bridge between education and conservation, between field research and the animals in our care.”

“Program Service Expenses 3,116,000, Grants and allocations 0, Revenue 5,411,863 Admissions and Parking In the course of a year, over 2.1 million visitors enjoy the experience of seeing and learning about the animals of the world. Each individual that enters Brookfield Zoos gates represents an opportunity a chance to introduce representatives of the wild world, to convey our intertwined connections to the animal kingdom, and to encourage positive change in the world. The Brookfield Zoo is open every day of the year. Admission is free to the general public 52 days each year and at all times to Illinois school groups and to military personnel. On certain days throughout the summer extended hours are offered to be more accessible to a more diverse audience.”

“Program Service Expenses 1,374,000, Grants and allocations 0, Revenue 2,095,890 Membership The membership program services our over 115,000 member households, providing them with the opportunity to participate in the conservation and educational efforts of CZS. Member services fulfills new and renewing memberships, answers member questions at locations throughout the park and via telephone and provides educational member Animail updates via email. Members receive unlimited free admission, free or discounted parking and in-park attraction admissions and discounts on food and educational classes.”

“Program Service Expenses 3,485,000, Grants and allocations 0, Revenue 1,073,976 Marketing and Public Relations CZSs marketing and public relations draws thousands of visitors throughout the year to discover, celebrate and help conserve natures gifts. Through production of seasonal themed events such as Holiday Magic and Boo at the Zoo, CZS attracts attendance and exposes a wider audience to our mission. Through celebratory events including Party for the Planet, Ape Awareness Month and Bear and Cat Awareness Weekends, CZS inspires conservation leadership. Through outreach programming to local communities and organizations, CZS reaches out to those who may not have an opportunity to visit the zoo otherwise. Additionally, CZS produces two complementary websites CZS.org is devoted to in-depth discussion of conservation issues designed to inspire conservation leadership in our guests brookfieldzoo.org acquaints future and past visitors with the many exhibits within the Zoo, upcoming special events and visit planning tools.”

“Program Service Expenses 7,701,000, Grants and allocations 0, Revenue 0 Depreciation Depreciation on the Zoos 246 million in buildings and equipment, including animal exhibits, animal care facilities, education spaces, shops and restaurants.”

“Other Changes in net assets or fund balances Changes in Post Retirement Benefits not yet recognized in operations 641,000 change in market value of swap agreements 934,498 rounding and other -415.”