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Council discusses memorial and baby plots at Pleasant Grove Cemetery
Summary
City staff presented a proposal for a monument and seating area to recognize miscarried infants; staff estimated $5,000–$10,000, said the site would not remove existing plots, and Council asked staff to return with refined options including a possible baby‑plot area and artist choices.
City Administrator Scott Darrington told the council a family contacted staff seeking a place to mourn miscarried infants and that the request has evolved from a name board to a monument with seating. “The intent was to provide a place of recognition for those in that situation to mourn or reflect,” Darrington said.
Parks Director Deon Giles said staff has identified potential locations in the new cemetery and estimated the monument would cost about $5,000 to $10,000. He told the council the preferred area would not eliminate burial plots and would be west of the pavilions in landscaped area with two benches. Council Member Dianna Andersen raised the idea of offering half or quarter plots for infants and supported an “angel memorial” statue; staff said a small “babyland” comprising eight to ten regular plots is being considered. Administrator Darrington said staff has consulted the Cook Family (donors) and would continue discussions with possible local artists; the council asked staff to return with refined designs and costs at a future meeting.
