Summary
Midland Cemetery fees haven't changed in 24 years, and the cemetery only recovers about a quarter of its costs. The proposed increase is 20% for residents and 50% for non-residents, plus a new premium rate for winter or after-hours burials. Only about 770 plots remain — the cemetery is nearly full.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 1
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Nov 9, 2026.
Impact analysis
About $24,000 in added annual revenue; still nowhere near covering full costs, so the shortfall continues to fall on the general fund.
Current cemetery operations get on more stable footing; residents buying plots before December 31 lock in old rates.
Families planning burials — especially non-residents and anyone needing a winter or Saturday burial, which jumps to $1,245.
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