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136th General Assembly

Regular Session H. R. No. 220

2025-2026

Representatives Isaacsohn, Thomas, C.

A R E S O L U T I O N

Honoring the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden on its Sesquicentennial.

WHEREAS, The members of the House of Representatives of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio are pleased to congratulate the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden on its One Hundred Fiftieth Anniversary; and

WHEREAS, Recognition of this prestigious milestone is a fitting tribute to the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden, for it has attained a remarkable record of service to the area since opening in 1875. Growing from humble beginnings to become the nationally respected and leading institution it is today, the zoo has become a beloved part of the community, and its many outstanding accomplishments are a justifiable source of pride and an excellent reflection not only on the institution itself but also on its hard-working staff and volunteers; and

WHEREAS, Since its inception, the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden has witnessed many changes, and it now stands as a testament to the growth of its facilities and programs over the past century and a half. We are certain that as this worthy endeavor maintains its unfaltering dedication to service, it will continue in the tradition of excellence that has become its hallmark and has enriched the lives of its visitors; and

WHEREAS, An occasion such as this is an important milestone that represents dedication and commitment. For one hundred fifty years, the stewards of the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden have celebrated the splendors and wonders of our natural world, and on this special anniversary, they have accepted the challenge of carrying this important and beloved work into the future; therefore be it

RESOLVED, That we, the members of the House of Representatives of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio, in adopting this Resolution, celebrate the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden on its Sesquicentennial and look to its future with optimism; and be it further

RESOLVED, That the Clerk of the House of Representatives transmit a duly authenticated copy of this Resolution to the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden.