The Cemetery Commission was established as an advisory board by City Council in 2024. The commission makes recommendations on the cemetery operational budget, capital improvements and long-range planning; while also overseeing the preservation, restoration and protection of historical documents and grave markings.
The commission meets the second Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall, 213 First Street NW in Mount Vernon.
Commission Members
Commission members each serve a three-year term.
Mary Evans, Chairperson
Ruth Horton
Eric Siggins
Mike Woods
Teresa Cox
Tim Legore, Leader of 2026 Cemetery Restoration
Contact Legore for more information: Dtlegore@gmail.com
Etched in Stone Workshop
The Cemetery Commission hosted a hands-on workshop led by Gravestone Conservation Specialist John Heider July 14-16, 2025. The workshop was free of charge and open to the public.