because privitazition of government operated zoos has had such a massive effect on my life (and the lives of my loved ones) I came here hoping that I could discuss the practice with educated members of the zoo going public and other professionals in the zoological trade I have failed to communicate in an acceptable style thus far so i figure this as an experimental thread Please answer this short questionnaire 1 Define government park privitazition 2 What is your opinion of zoo park privitazition 3 How many years of professional or volunteer (please define) experience do you have in a zoo or aquarium facility and In how many divisions or categories of animal park management have you served? ....IE 1: The takeover of a public service (adminiterd by a democratically elected government) by a private corporate entitie 2: I believe it is bad for the animals and the public however it is especially bad for the labor 3: I have 21+ years of animal park experience including safari/zoo/aquarium plus athletics and law enforcement in both the private and public capacity In divisions: Horticulture Animal keeping/training Animal interactive management Security Ranger Maintenance PS Is there someone who would be willing to "proof" my replies as to reduce the potential deletion of this thread and/or discuss moderation