PALESTINE – The Board of Directors of the Palestine Cemetery Inc., Palestine, reminds its patrons that all grave decorations must be removed or brought into compliance with the cemetery regulations by April 1 to allow for spring cleanup.
Decorations not in compliance with cemetery regulations after April 1 will be disposed of. The following are regulations of Palestine Cemetery Inc. regarding plantings, flowers and shrubbery:
– All flowers must be placed within the line of the headstone, on cement or in a cement urn, or fastened to the headstone securely.
– No wires, glass, shepherd’s hooks, or hanging baskets may be set in the ground.
– All shrubbery shall be maintained or it will be removed at the owner’s expense.
– Winter grave blankets are permitted if removed by April 1.
– All plantings and/or shrubbery must have approval of the Cemetery Board prior to planting.
Questions may be directed to the sexton of the Palestine Cemetery Inc., Martha Perry, at 574-267-4188.
