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Dec 3, 2008 1:07 pm US/Pacific

LA Delays Decision On Scrapping Elephant Exhibit

LOS ANGELES (AP) ― Kids can keep visiting Billy the elephant at the Los Angeles Zoo -- for now.

The City Council on Wednesday delayed a controversial decision on whether to shut down the current elephant exhibit and a new $42 million exhibit being built to house pachyderms.
 
In a 13-2 vote, officials have sent the matter back to a committee for further study and a recommendation.

Celebrities and animal activists are calling for the closure of the elephant exhibit, saying it doesn't provide enough space for the elephants to roam, which hurts their health. In addition, the city is facing financial problems as a result of the economy that could impact the project.

Zoo officials and members of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums said elephants are living long, healthy lives in accredited zoos.

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