§ 10-20. Use of cemetery for gatherings

Any gatherings on cemetery grounds, other than funerals, shall be subject to the following:

(1) Families which are interested in the cemetery may hold ceremonies during daylight hours on the cemetery grounds in the areas dedicated for such public use with prior permission.

(2) Such meetings shall be under the supervision of the sexton or other designated official, and shall conform to accepted standards for taste and decorum.

(3) Proper respect for the burial areas shall be maintained or the group or gathering shall be requested to leave the cemetery grounds.

(4) No alcoholic beverages shall be permitted upon the cemetery grounds.

(5) Any group using the Veteran's Memorial shall clean up the building before leaving, which consists of removal of all food and beverages, all trash and debris placed in outside containers, and removal of all items left on the floor.

(6) Prior to each event at the Veteran's Memorial, the premises shall be inspected by the town or its representative set forth in a written report.

(7) Tables and chairs may be used at the Veteran's Memorial by request to the town at least 14 business days prior to any event.

(Ord. No. 39, 2-23-2010)