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City Clerk - Cemetery Plots
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City Clerk - Cemetery Plots
Plots are available in Central and South Portage Cemeteries, but space in Central Cemetery is limited.
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City Clerk - Cemetery Plots
Interested purchasers may arrange an appointment with a cemetery sexton to tour the cemetery and learn about availability regarding burial rights. You may then purchase the burial rights and complete the necessary paperwork at the Office of the City Clerk at:
7900 South Westnedge Avenue
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City Clerk - Cemetery Plots
The cost covers not only the plot but helps with the perpetual care and maintenance of our cemeteries.
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City Clerk - Cemetery Plots
Those interested may reserve a plot for up to six (6) months, at which point they must purchase the plot or end the reservation.
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City Clerk - Cemetery Plots
No. Burial rights may only be transferred to a relative or designee of the burial rights purchaser. Any transfers must be submitted in writing to the City Clerk’s Office, and final decisions regarding burial rights belong to the City Clerk. Burial rights may only be sold back to the City of Portage.