Yekaterinburg Zoo's Management Accused of Embezzling Funds
Yekaterinburg Zoo's management faces allegations of embezzling funds, leading to a budget shortfall. The exact identities of the involved directors remain unknown.
The zoo signed security contracts at inflated rates, costing the budget more than necessary. Additionally, commercial structures worth over 4 million rubles were transferred without proper assessment or competitive procedures. This includes buildings and a parking lot, raising questions about transparency.
The zoo's management also awarded themselves bonuses totalling 800,000 rubles, exceeding the allowed limit. Furthermore, over 3 million rubles intended for staff salary increases were misused to boost their own pay.
The misuse of funds has resulted in a significant budget shortfall for Yekaterinburg Zoo. The involved directors, whose names have not been disclosed, are under investigation for embezzlement. The zoo's future operations and the welfare of its animals may be affected by these allegations.
