Board authorizes town services to assist Maplewood Cemetery under town law

Councilwoman Martin moved to approve Resolution 2026-60 to authorize town assistance for Maplewood Cemetery; she said caretakers identified a medium-sized tree that needs removal and that many cemetery trees are old and require maintenance. "The caretakers of Maplewood Cemetery are seeking assistance from the town and town law section 165-a allows municipalities to provide funding, goods, and or services to public cemeteries," Martin said. The board seconded and unanimously approved the motion.

Under the resolution the highway superintendent and parks department are authorized to coordinate requested services. The motion passed on a unanimous voice vote and the town will now coordinate scheduling and any needed work with cemetery caretakers and department staff.