Zoo plans put on hold

Plans to explore a public-private partnership in operating the Los Angeles Zoo have been delayed at least a month because of questions about the deal's long-term effects on employees and the public. Daily News.

During a hearing Wednesday of the City Council committee that oversees the zoo, Councilman Ed Reyes submitted nearly two dozen questions regarding public access and management, which he wants answered before a request for proposals is issued.

"I am concerned about what a change in administration would do," Reyes said. "What will happen when a new entity is in charge? What happens as far as liability if we have an earthquake?"