2022 Annual Plan to the Superintendent of Parks and Recreation

Read the 2022 Annual Plan to Parks (PDF)

This 2022 annual plan for Woodland Park Zoo is submitted to the Superintendent of Parks and Recreation as specified by the Zoo Operations and Management Agreement between the City of Seattle and the Woodland Park Zoological Society. The purpose of the annual plan is to highlight any major program changes, capital improvements or other key developments to improve the zoo as a community-wide asset.

Public Comments

The formal public comment period is now closed.
You are welcome to get in touch with us at zooinfo@zoo.org for questions or more information.

Consolidated revenues of operating and capital for 2016 are $43.9 million. The zoo’s finances comprise three key areas:

• Earned revenues (admissions, membership, community events, etc.) account for 47% of total operating revenues

• Public funding sources provide 30% of the zoo’s support, including City of Seattle and King County Parks Levy

• Private contributions from individuals and foundations provide the remaining 23%

Download Financial Reports

Audited Financials (2020)

WPZ Form 990 (2019)

For additional information, contact webkeeper@zoo.org