City Council Resolution on Cemetery Maintenance

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Councilman John Friend, CPA

RESOLUTION C-2012-16 SPONSOR: FRIEND

A RESOLUTION REQUESTING THE ADMINISTRATION TO
APPROPRIATE FUNDS TO IMPROVE AND MAINTAIN CITY CEMETERIES

WHEREAS, members of Council have witnessed certain conditions at city cemeteries, including numerous stones and markers laying on the ground; and

WHEREAS, members of Council believe that the markers and stones should be restored to an upright condition, and be maintained thereafter, so as to enhance and preserve the appearance and dignity of the cemeteries.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council that:

1. The Evansville City Council requests the Administration of the City of Evansville to appropriate and/or transfer sufficient funds to the appropriate accounts in order that all City cemeteries can be improved and maintained, and specifically to re-install and place upright the stones and markers that are laying on the ground.

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7 COMMENTS

  1. Once again, John Freind takes a positive stand to correct a wrong.

    Glad I voted for you in last election. You make me proud.

  2. Thanks Councilman Friend for taking this stand.

    I wonder were does Al Lindey and other Council members stand on this issue?

    • I am sure Mr. Lindsey will be in full support of fixing the decay of the cemeteries. He has really done a fine job lately. Too bad things only get done after the CCO publishes the problem. Kudos to the CCO. Wish our elected officials would open their eyes as they drive around town.

  4. Has this resolution been voted on by the council yet, or is that going to take place at meeting next Monday evening?

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  5. Councilman Friend, thank you for advocating to adequately fund the maintenance of our cemetaries. It is a tribute to those who have chosen to rest there and to their families. You are doing the right thing.

    Gail Riecken

  6. Thanks to John Friend for seeking funds to correct problems at city owned Cemetaries and Jordon for bring this important social issue to our attention.

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