Cemetery Board
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About
The Cemetery Board was created under Chapter 9 of the Code of Ordinance. Responsibilities of the Board include:
- The management, regulation and control of the cemeteries of the three cemeteries - City Cemetery, Riverview Cemetery, and Highland Cemetery;
- Adopt rules and regulations relative to the care, preservation and management of the cemeteries; and
- Establish fees associated with the cemeteries.
Meetings
The Cemetery Board meets the last Thursday in February, April, June, August and October at 9:00 a.m. at Riverview Cemetery office, 2925 Niles, St. Joseph, MI 49085.
Membership
The Cemetery Board is made up of three residents. Members are appointed by the City Commission and serve a 3-year term.
