{"id":41180,"date":"2025-05-02T10:37:22","date_gmt":"2025-05-02T16:37:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/denverzoo.org\/?page_id=41180"},"modified":"2025-07-23T17:59:08","modified_gmt":"2025-07-23T23:59:08","slug":"latin-america","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/denverzoo.org\/es\/latin-america\/","title":{"rendered":"Am\u00e9rica Latina"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n<div  class='lhl-section urbi-component urbi-component front_view lhl_comp_width_inherit lhl_spacing_t_09 lhl_spacing_b_09 lhl_spacing_l_00 lhl_spacing_r_00 section-background-t  ' ><div class=\"urbi-component-inner\">\n    <div class=\"is-layout-constrained\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Latin America<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">A CELEBRATION OF BIODIVERSITY<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">For 129 years, Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance has connected people with wildlife. Now, we have the opportunity to connect our guests with the most biodiverse region in the world, and we need your support in reaching out to Denver City Council to bring this vision to life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Introducing, <strong>Latin America<\/strong>, our most ambitious, community-driven project in decades. This proposed new experience would allow guests to engage with the rich ecological and cultural umbrella of Latin America. This immersive experience will put guests face-to-face with jaguars, Andean bears, capybaras, sloths, and monkeys, surrounded by dynamic habitats and exciting interactive experiences for all ages.<\/p>\n\n\n\r\n\r\n<div  class='lhl-slideshow-gallery urbi-component urbi-component front_view lhl_comp_width_inherit lhl_spacing_t_09 lhl_spacing_b_09 lhl_spacing_l_00 lhl_spacing_r_00 section-background-t ' ><div class=\" \">\r\n    <div class=\"urbi-component-inner\">\r\n\r\n        <div style=\"--swiper-navigation-color: #fff; --swiper-pagination-color: #fff\" class=\"swiper swiper-69fce0501ce11mySwiper2 urbi-swiper-gallery-show\">\r\n            <div class=\"swiper-wrapper swiper-wrapper--main\">\r\n                                    \r\n                        <div class=\"swiper-slide\">\r\n                            <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"952\" height=\"510\" src=\"https:\/\/denverzoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Camelids-952x510.jpg\" 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width=\"952\" height=\"510\" src=\"https:\/\/denverzoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Guest-Experience-Plan-952x510.jpg\" class=\"urbi-img img-class\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/denverzoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Guest-Experience-Plan-952x510.jpg 952w, https:\/\/denverzoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Guest-Experience-Plan-50x26.jpg 50w, https:\/\/denverzoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Guest-Experience-Plan-18x10.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 952px) 100vw, 952px\" \/>                        <\/div>\r\n\r\n                                                <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n                    <div class=\"swiper-button-next\"><\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"swiper-button-prev\"><\/div>\r\n        \r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n    <script>\r\n        var swiper = new Swiper(\".swiper-69fce0501ce11mySwiper2\", {\r\n            loop: true,\r\n            spaceBetween: 10,\r\n            navigation: {\r\n               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This public investment of $50 million is essential to bring the vision of Latin America to life. Monday, July 28, is our last opportunity to convince Denver City Council to secure this $50 million investment. Can we count on you to support us?<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<div  class='lhl-section urbi-component urbi-component front_view lhl_comp_width_inherit lhl_spacing_t_09 lhl_spacing_b_09 lhl_spacing_l_00 lhl_spacing_r_00 section-background-t  bg-pattern-option4' ><div class=\"urbi-component-inner\">\n    <div class=\"is-layout-constrained\">\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"help\">How You Can Help<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-meadow-glow-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-49952ccdd8e86a876409fed67f570e53\"><strong>Email Denver City Council<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">If you\u2019re a Denver resident, you can use the template below to send an email to your City Council Member urging their support of DZCA and the Latin America project by <strong>Monday, July 28.<\/strong> You can either <a href=\"https:\/\/www.denvergov.org\/maps\/map\/councildistricts\">look up your specific Council member here<\/a>, or email all 13 members: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"mailto:amanda.sandoval@denvergov.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">amanda.sandoval@denvergov.org<\/a>, <a href=\"mailto:kevin.flynn@denvergov.org\">kevin.flynn@denvergov.org<\/a>, <a href=\"mailto:Jamie.Torres@denvergov.org\">Jamie.Torres@denvergov.org<\/a>, <a href=\"mailto:Diana.Romerocampbell@denvergov.org\">Diana.Romerocampbell@denvergov.org<\/a>, <a href=\"mailto:Amanda.Sawyer@denvergov.org\">Amanda.Sawyer@denvergov.org<\/a>, <a href=\"mailto:paul.kashmann@denvergov.org\">paul.kashmann@denvergov.org<\/a>, <a href=\"mailto:Flor.Alvidrez@denvergov.org\">Flor.Alvidrez@denvergov.org<\/a>, <a href=\"mailto:Shontel.Lewis@denvergov.org\">Shontel.Lewis@denvergov.org<\/a>, <a href=\"mailto:Darrell.Watson@denvergov.org\">Darrell.Watson@denvergov.org<\/a>, <a href=\"mailto:Chris.Hinds@denvergov.org\">Chris.Hinds@denvergov.org<\/a>, <a href=\"mailto:Stacie.Gilmore@denvergov.org\">Stacie.Gilmore@denvergov.org<\/a>, <a href=\"mailto:Sarah.Parady@denvergov.org\">Sarah.Parady@denvergov.org<\/a>, <a href=\"mailto:serena.gonzales-gutierrez@denvergov.org\">serena.gonzales-gutierrez@denvergov.org<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n<div  class='lhl-accordion urbi-component urbi-component front_view lhl_comp_width_inherit lhl_spacing_t_06 lhl_spacing_b_00 lhl_spacing_l_00 lhl_spacing_r_00 section-background-t' ><div class=\"urbi-component-inner\">\n    <ul id=\"accordion-1986a\" class=\"uk-accordion lhl-accordion-items\" uk-accordion data-id=\"accordion-1986a\"><li id=\"accordion-1986a--email-template-no\" class=\"lhl-accordion-item lhl_mb_40\" data-id=\"accordion-1986a--email-template\"><a class=\"uk-accordion-title lhl-accordion-item-title\" href=\"#\">Email Template<\/a><div class=\"uk-accordion-content lhl-accordion-item-content\"><p>Dear Denver City Council,<\/p>\n<p>I am urging your support for Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance\u2019s (DZCA) \u201cLatin America Experience\u201d project to be included in the upcoming Vibrant Denver Bond package. This project is DZCA\u2019s most ambitious, community-driven project in decades and a cornerstone of the Zoo\u2019s future.<\/p>\n<p>This is more than a project. It\u2019s an investment in economic recovery, cultural celebration, civic pride, and City assets:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The Zoo draws nearly two million guests annually, 25% of which enter through free or reduced admission programs<\/li>\n<li>The project celebrates Latin American wildlife and heritage, and creates belonging through bilingual signage, sensory-friendly design, and inclusive programming that reflects the richness of Denver\u2019s communities<\/li>\n<li>This project will create 36% growth in overall economic impact, 42% growth in tax revenue, and up to 1900 construction jobs generated by DZCA<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/denvergazette.com\/news\/local\/denver-zoo-economic-impact-denver-capital-improvement-project\/article_758195a6-a3fd-42b9-a18d-8a4ab193e7e3.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">See the Denver Gazette\u2019s reporting on DZCA\u2019s economic impact here<\/a><\/li>\n<li>The Zoo will match every public dollar with private philanthropy at 1:1, doubling the City&#8217;s investment and creating a valuable City-owned asset<\/li>\n<li>The project reactivates long-shuttered space, cures over 35% of critical deferred maintenance, and is shovel-ready<\/li>\n<li>Shaped by input from 4,700+ community voices<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Toyota Elephant Passage reshaped the Zoo a generation ago- the Latin America Experience will do the same for the next generation. I respectfully urge your full support.<\/p>\n<p>Sincerely,<br \/>\n[ <span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>YOUR NAME HERE<\/strong><\/span> ]<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><em><strong> <\/strong><\/em><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-meadow-glow-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-24de24649bc3a2b76eafd84d4e135e77\"><strong>Attend the Denver City Council Meeting<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">All Denver residents can help by attending the next Denver City Council meeting in person on Monday, July 28, 5:00\u20138:00 p.m. We hope to have a strong in-person presence to remind Denver City Council how important DZCA is to our community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Denver City and County Building 1437 Bannock Street, City Council Chambers, 4th floor<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<div  class='lhl-section urbi-component urbi-component front_view lhl_comp_width_inherit lhl_spacing_t_09 lhl_spacing_b_09 lhl_spacing_l_00 lhl_spacing_r_00 section-background-t  ' ><div class=\"urbi-component-inner\">\n    <div class=\"is-layout-constrained\">\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Have a Question About the Vibrant Denver Bond Proposal?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">We know this is an important and exciting initiative, and we\u2019re here to answer any questions you might have. Whether you\u2019re curious about the proposal, how it supports the Denver community, or what it means for the future of the Zoo, we welcome your inquiries.<\/p>\n\n\n    \r\n    \r\n    <div class='urbi_button_link center'><a class=\"urbi-link lhl_button lhl_button--small lhl_button_color_default lhl_button_width_default lhl_button--block\" href=\"\/bond-inquiry\/\" target=\"\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" >Ask a Question<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<div  class='lhl-section urbi-component urbi-component front_view lhl_comp_width_inherit lhl_spacing_t_09 lhl_spacing_b_09 lhl_spacing_l_00 lhl_spacing_r_00 section-background-t  bg-pattern-option4' ><div class=\"urbi-component-inner\">\n    <div class=\"is-layout-constrained\">\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Planning, Impact &amp; Transparency<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">We\u2019re committed to transparency and thoughtful planning as we bring our Latin America experience to life. Explore key documents that highlight our strategic vision, economic impact, and our organization\u2019s long-term commitment to this transformative project.<\/p>\n\n\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<div  class='urbi-two-card-block urbi-component urbi-component front_view lhl_comp_width_inherit lhl_spacing_t_04 lhl_spacing_b_04 lhl_spacing_l_00 lhl_spacing_r_00 section-background-t' ><div class=\"urbi-component-inner\">\r\n    <div class=\"uk-child-width-1-2@s uk-grid uk-grid-match\" uk-grid>\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"uk-width-1-2@m\">\n<div class=\"urbi-card urbi-card--shadow-3 urbi-card--with-tags urbi-card--has_cta\">\n    <div class=\"uk-card-media-top urbi-card--img\">\n\n                                    <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"610\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/denverzoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Bert2-610x360.jpg\" class=\"urbi-img urbi-featured-homme-img\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/denverzoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Bert2-610x360.jpg 610w, https:\/\/denverzoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Bert2-220x129.jpg 220w, https:\/\/denverzoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Bert2-50x29.jpg 50w, https:\/\/denverzoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Bert2-18x12.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 610px) 100vw, 610px\" \/>                    \n        \n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"urbi-card--txt uk-text-left\">\n\n                    <h3 class=\"urbi-card__title\">\n                Commitment Letter            <\/h3>\n        \n        \n                    <div class=\"urbi-card__description\">\n                A message from President &#038; CEO Bert Vescolani affirming DZCA\u2019s commitment to securing $120 million in private funding to support the Latin America experience.            <\/div>\n        \n                    <div class=\"urbi-card__cta_container\">\n                <a class=\"urbi-link urbi-card__cta lhl_button lhl_button_type_solid lhl_button_color_default lhl_button_width_default\" href=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/DZCA-Bond-Transmittal-Letter-4-4-25.pdf\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" >View PDF<\/a>            <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"uk-width-1-2@m\">\n<div class=\"urbi-card urbi-card--shadow-3 urbi-card--with-tags urbi-card--has_cta\">\n    <div class=\"uk-card-media-top urbi-card--img\">\n\n                                    <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"610\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/denverzoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/image-10-610x360.png\" class=\"urbi-img urbi-featured-homme-img\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/denverzoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/image-10-610x360.png 610w, https:\/\/denverzoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/image-10-18x12.png 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 610px) 100vw, 610px\" \/>                    \n        \n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"urbi-card--txt uk-text-left\">\n\n                    <h3 class=\"urbi-card__title\">\n                One-Page Project Overview            <\/h3>\n        \n        \n                    <div class=\"urbi-card__description\">\n                A concise summary of the Latin America experience and how it aligns with Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance\u2019s mission and strategic priorities.            <\/div>\n        \n                    <div class=\"urbi-card__cta_container\">\n                <a class=\"urbi-link urbi-card__cta lhl_button lhl_button_type_solid lhl_button_color_default lhl_button_width_default\" href=\"https:\/\/denverzoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/VibrantDenverBond_LAXP_Updated_7.23.pdf\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" >View PDF<\/a>            <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<div  class='urbi-two-card-block urbi-component urbi-component front_view lhl_comp_width_inherit lhl_spacing_t_04 lhl_spacing_b_04 lhl_spacing_l_00 lhl_spacing_r_00 section-background-t' ><div 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<\/div>\n    <div class=\"urbi-card--txt uk-text-left\">\n\n                    <h3 class=\"urbi-card__title\">\n                Subcommittee Questionnaire            <\/h3>\n        \n        \n                    <div class=\"urbi-card__description\">\n                Our detailed responses to questions from the City\u2019s bond oversight committee, offering insight into project scope, community benefit, and readiness.            <\/div>\n        \n                    <div class=\"urbi-card__cta_container\">\n                <a class=\"urbi-link urbi-card__cta lhl_button lhl_button_type_solid lhl_button_color_default lhl_button_width_default\" href=\"https:\/\/denverzoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Vibrant-Denver_Subcommittee-Responses-FINAL_05.2025.pdf\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" >View PDF<\/a>            <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"uk-width-1-2@m\">\n<div class=\"urbi-card urbi-card--shadow-3 urbi-card--with-tags urbi-card--has_cta\">\n    <div class=\"uk-card-media-top urbi-card--img\">\n\n                                    <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"610\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/denverzoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/EconomicImpact-610x360.jpg\" class=\"urbi-img urbi-featured-homme-img\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/denverzoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/EconomicImpact-610x360.jpg 610w, https:\/\/denverzoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/EconomicImpact-220x129.jpg 220w, https:\/\/denverzoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/EconomicImpact-50x29.jpg 50w, https:\/\/denverzoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/EconomicImpact-18x12.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 610px) 100vw, 610px\" \/>                    \n        \n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"urbi-card--txt uk-text-left\">\n\n                    <h3 class=\"urbi-card__title\">\n                Economic Impact Summary            <\/h3>\n        \n        \n                    <div class=\"urbi-card__description\">\n                An executive summary of the Economic Impact Study, outlining the projected benefits to the local economy, job creation, and community vibrancy.            <\/div>\n        \n                    <div class=\"urbi-card__cta_container\">\n                <a class=\"urbi-link urbi-card__cta lhl_button lhl_button_type_solid lhl_button_color_default lhl_button_width_default\" href=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/CHJC_DenverZoo_Impacts_ExecSummary.pdf\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" >View PDF<\/a>            <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n\r\n\r\n<div  class='lhl-text-and-image urbi-component urbi-component front_view lhl_comp_width_inherit lhl_spacing_t_03 lhl_spacing_b_00 lhl_spacing_l_00 lhl_spacing_r_00 section-background-t  ' >\r\n<div class=\"urbi-component-inner\">\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"text_and_image_comp_inner lhl_grid_default lhl_grid uk-grid-match\" 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