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        <FormAndLineReferenceDesc>Part IV, Section D, Line 3</FormAndLineReferenceDesc>
        <ExplanationTxt>The Cape May County Park and Zoo, a department within the County of Cape May, is a governmental entity supported by the Cape May County Zoological Society. A member of the Park and Zoo's governing body holds an important position within the Zoological Society. Additionally, the officers, directors, and trustees of the Zoological Society maintain a close and continuous working relationship with the Park and Zoo, which has a significant voice in directing the Society's income and assets.</ExplanationTxt>
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        <FormAndLineReferenceDesc>Part IV, Section E, Line 1C</FormAndLineReferenceDesc>
        <ExplanationTxt>The Cape May County Zoological Society engages in activities that directly further the operations and mission of the Cape May County Park and Zoo, a governmental entity. Specifically, the Society provides fundraising and direct support for the development of new exhibits, animal care, and visitor engagement initiatives.</ExplanationTxt>
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        <FormAndLineReferenceDesc>Part X, Line 2:</FormAndLineReferenceDesc>
        <ExplanationTxt>Management has evaluated uncertain tax positions taken by the Society. The financial statement effects of a tax position are recognized when the position is more likely than not, based on the technical merits, to be sustained upon examination by the Internal Revenue Service or other taxing authority. The Society has recognized no interest or penalties related to uncertain tax positions. The Society is subject to routine audits by taxing jurisdictions; however, there are currently no audits for any tax periods in progress. Management believes it is no longer subject to income tax examinations for years prior to 2020.</ExplanationTxt>
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        <FormAndLineReferenceDesc>Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 11b</FormAndLineReferenceDesc>
        <ExplanationTxt>The Form 990 is reviewed, then signed by an officer of the board.</ExplanationTxt>
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      <SupplementalInformationDetail>
        <FormAndLineReferenceDesc>Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 15</FormAndLineReferenceDesc>
        <ExplanationTxt>Compensation of employees is reviewed and approved each year taking into consideration their duties, comparable salaries for similar duties in the general region, and the organization's budget.</ExplanationTxt>
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      <SupplementalInformationDetail>
        <FormAndLineReferenceDesc>Form 990, Part VI, Section C, line 18</FormAndLineReferenceDesc>
        <ExplanationTxt>Form 990 is available upon request and can also be obtained via the website www.guidestar.org.</ExplanationTxt>
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      <SupplementalInformationDetail>
        <FormAndLineReferenceDesc>Form 990, Part VI, Section C, line 19</FormAndLineReferenceDesc>
        <ExplanationTxt>The Organization generally does not make its governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements available to the public. If a request were to be made, it would be considered based upon the nature of the request and a decision would be made on a case-by-case basis. Form 990 is available upon request and can also be obtained via the website www.guidestar.org.</ExplanationTxt>
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