The Cemetery Commissioners (CC) would like to remind plot owners in the Town of Marion of some of the procedures and policies to be followed in all town cemeteries.
Annual flowers are allowed, but must be planted in a flowerbed, not to exceed 12” from the marker.
Holiday baskets, pots, and flowers placed at a gravesite may be removed and disposed of after 14 days if not picked up by owner. Artificial flowers, Christmas decorations, greens, or ornaments may be used November 1- March 1 only, after which they should be removed by owner. Bird feeders are also not allowed as they create nuisances for neighboring headstones.
All plants must be miniature or dwarf species and the CC reserves the right to remove or prune any overgrown plantings.
Permanent decorations and/or benches must be approved by the CC.
With these policies in mind, work will be taking place in the cemeteries (starting with Evergreen) to clean up and remove “volunteer” plantings such as yucca, cherry, oak, and bittersweet and any plantings that obscure a headstone. Fallen or leaning headstones are also going to be repaired.
Your cooperation is greatly appreciated and any questions can be directed to the DPW.