Cemetery Board

Meetings

• 3 Park Street
  Port Byron, NY 13140

Members

• David Nielens, Cemetery Maintenance
• Lucy Ware, Cemetery Superintendent

A cemetery board is responsible for overseeing the operation and maintenance of a cemetery, including managing the sale of plots, ensuring proper groundskeeping, upholding regulations regarding burials, and generally maintaining the dignity and respect of the burial site, all while adhering to local laws and regulations regarding cemetery operations. 

Key responsibilities of a cemetery board include:

• Managing plot sales:

  Deciding on the price and availability of burial plots, issuing deeds, and handling related paperwork. 

• Groundskeeping oversight:

  Ensuring the cemetery grounds are properly maintained, including landscaping, grave markers, and pathways. 

• Enforcing regulations:

  Implementing and upholding rules regarding burials, memorial decorations, and other cemetery practices. 

• Financial management:

  Overseeing the cemetery's budget, including expenses related to maintenance, staff, and improvements. 

• Addressing complaints:

  Investigating and resolving any issues raised by lot owners or visitors regarding cemetery operations. 

• Compliance with laws:

  Ensuring the cemetery adheres to all relevant state and local laws governing burial practices. 

• Planning and development:

  Making decisions regarding future expansion or renovations to the cemetery grounds. 

• Community engagement:

  Maintaining positive relationships with families and the wider community regarding the cemetery