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Council discusses remediation, tree work and signage at Locust Grove Cemetery
Summary
Council and the historical committee discussed conditions at Locust Grove Cemetery, including about 41 trees in poor condition, plans for targeted tree removal and replanting, and efforts to locate and mark historic burial sites.
Council members and the historical committee reported work at Locust Grove Cemetery, where the committee said there are approximately 41 trees and some are in disrepair, including several that may be dying near the street. The committee recommended focused replanting and methods to avoid disturbing potential graves; one member said the plan includes cutting and allowing natural decay of hazardous tree matter and marking suspected burial locations for remediation.
Committee representatives said they are preparing interpretive signage and possible benches to turn part of the site into a reflective green space. The historical committee reported having two binders of records on loan and described having uncovered several tombstones in remedial work; the committee proposed using plaques or small memorial stones where burial locations are identified.
