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Fayston Cemetery commission says maintenance averages $15,000 a year; recommends policy update
Summary
Cemetery Commissioner Dave Koepele told the Selectboard Perpetual Care funds are state-restricted and the cemetery spends about $15,000 annually on upkeep; the commission will revise its policy and the board discussed creating a reserve.
Dave Koepele, speaking for the Cemetery Commission, explained that the cemetery’s Perpetual Care fund is regulated by the State and restricted in how it can be used, which is why most current funds sit in the unrestricted General Fund. Koepele said the Perpetual Care fee was increased this year and that the cemetery spends about $15,000 per year on maintenance. He said the commission intends to update the cemetery policy for the board’s review.
Board members discussed the long-term funding outlook, with Ron Graves suggesting the town create a reserve to cover expenses when lots are sold out and Perpetual Care interest no longer covers maintenance. The board did not adopt a final funding change at the meeting; Koepele will bring a revised cemetery policy back to the Selectboard for consideration.
