Commission notes green burials are allowed under current rules; discussion to continue

Oct 22, 2026

Katherine MacLean noted that individuals can request green burials in town cemeteries under existing rules and regulations; the commission discussed pros and cons and agreed to revisit the matter at a future meeting.

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Katherine MacLean informed the commission that green burials are already permissible in Whitingham cemeteries under the current rules and regulations. "Katherine noted that it is already possible for individuals to request green burials in existing town cemeteries, based on current rules and regulations," the minutes state.

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