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Florence council approves $24,995 contract for cemetery design after months of public input
Summary
The Florence Town Council voted 6–1 to hire Lee's and Associates to prepare an actionable design plan for Florence Memorial Park, citing an ad hoc committee's recommendations and the need for professional neutrality on sensitive decisions.
The Florence Town Council voted 6–1 on Tuesday to approve a direct-select contract with Lee's and Associates for an initial analysis and design of improvements at Florence Memorial Park in an amount not to exceed $24,995.
Paul King, speaking for staff, told the council the firm would create an actionable plan incorporating cemetery industry best practices, including a water management plan to address about 92 existing rogue hose bibs and a study of a columbarium to accommodate rising cremation rates. "Staff's seeking tonight…
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