Clay Center Zoo Improvement Project

The Clay Center Public Utilities has operated the Clay Center Zoo since the 1950's.  The Zoo charges no admission fee and is not subsidized by a tax levy.  The operational costs of the Zoo are paid out of the Utility's water budget.  The Zoo is a gift back to the community from the Clay Center Public Utilities.   Due to an aging facility and tighter regulations, the Clay Center Public Utilities Commission must make a change.  The choices are to construct a new zoo, or find homes for our current animals and cease its operation.   The PUC can maintain the operational costs of the Zoo, but cannot afford to construct a new Zoo.   The Utility has a "self-imposed" deadline to raise $500,000 by December 31st of 2015 to move forward with construction.

The Zoo is a special place to many people.  Please help us pass this legacy on to the next generation.  The Funds from this account will go towards "Phase 1" in the construction.

We are well on our way to achieving our goal.  We greatly appreciate your support!