Who filed the bankruptcy case?

The nonprofit that runs the L.A. Zoo filed it.

Why did the city oppose the bankruptcy?

The city said the filing was in bad faith to avoid paying what it owed.

What does the dismissal mean for the zoo's funding?

It keeps the $50‑million endowment under city control, helping fund zoo operations.

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L.A. Zoo nonprofit's bankruptcy case dismissed, boosting city in fight over $50-million endowment

First publishedJul 31, 00:08 UTC

Last updatedJul 31, 02:30 UTC · 11m ago

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The Los Angeles city attorney's office sought to dismiss the bankruptcy case they say their former fundraising partner filed in 'bad faith.'

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A bankruptcy case filed by the nonprofit that runs the Los Angeles Zoo was dismissed by a court. The city attorney's office said the filing was made in bad faith to avoid paying the city. The dismissal supports the city's effort to control a $50‑million endowment meant for the zoo. The zoo will now continue operating under the city's oversight.

Why it matters

The endowment pays for animal care, exhibits, and staff; losing control could affect the zoo's future and public access.

In brief

Who filed the bankruptcy case?: The nonprofit that runs the L.A. Zoo filed it.
Why did the city oppose the bankruptcy?: The city said the filing was in bad faith to avoid paying what it owed.
What does the dismissal mean for the zoo's funding?: It keeps the $50‑million endowment under city control, helping fund zoo operations.

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