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Council discusses cemetery improvements, seminary grant and kiosk updates; gate and dumpster controls planned
Summary
Council members reported a seminary grant award, plans to update the cemetery kiosk and signage, and measures to control dumping and lock cemetery gates. Staff will store donated items for the old church and pursue camera installation to reduce illegal dumping and tire dumping at the cemetery.
Emery — Council members reported progress on cemetery maintenance and interpretation projects, including an award of a seminary grant, updates to the cemetery kiosk, donated equipment for use in the old church, and plans to control unauthorized dumping.
The council said it had been approved for a seminary grant and will meet with stakeholders on July 22 to begin work with local volunteers and officials. Council members said the cemetery kiosk will be updated and that the tourism bureau will assist with a revamped town billboard and signage. A local contractor from Cleveland is offering metal silhouette pieces (horses and a train) for siting near the rest stop and kiosks; the council discussed potential placement and maintenance considerations.
Separately, town staff reported repeated dumping of wood and tires near the cemetery burn area and dumpster. The council said it intends to relocate or install a gate, add signage, and install cameras to deter illegal dumping; staff indicated they can move or add a gate and will construct fence posts to secure it. Councilmembers also discussed storing donated items — a stove and refrigerator — in a town shop for eventual use at the old church building.
No formal resolutions were recorded on the cemetery items; remarks described coordination among staff, volunteers and outside partners and outlined next steps for installation of signage, cameras and kiosk updates.
