[HistoricCemeteries] Cemetery Commission Releases Position Paper

[Kuri Gill]

Cemetery Commission Releases Position Paper
 
The Oregon Commission on Historic Cemeteries (OCHC) released today a new position paper regarding unstable markers and other cemetery features. The paper is a response to several recent, national stories of injuries and deaths in cemeteries. 
 
The first purpose of this paper is to remind cemetery visitors to use caution. The second is to offer suggestions to family members, cemetery caretakers and volunteers on how to address this problem. The OCHC has released several position papers and Heritage Bulletins for the care and preservation of Oregon’s historic cemeteries. The commission also offers annual marker repair trainings and grants for training and repair. 
 
State law established the seven-member commission to maintain a listing of all historic cemeteries and gravesites in Oregon; promote public education on the significance of historic cemeteries; and help obtain financial and technical assistance for restoring, improving and maintaining their appearances. To read the paper or to get more information on historic cemeteries visit www.oregonheritage.org or contact Kuri Gill at Kuri.Gill at state.or.us or 503-986-0685.

Kuri Gill
Oregon Heritage
725 Summer St. NE, Suite C
Salem, OR 97301-1266
(503) 986-0685
(503) 986-0793 (fax)
kuri.gill at state.or.us
www.oregonheritage.org
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