Members Sought for Cambridge Cemetery Master Plan Stakeholders Group

Cambridge City Manager Louis A. DePasquale is seeking applicants to serve on a stakeholder’s group to review the City of Cambridge ongoing Cemetery Master Plan process. The Master Plan seeks to improve the layout and operation of the Cambridge Cemetery.  

The city’s consultant will be considering alternative forms of internment, adding and re-landscaping areas, and addressing how best to create and enhance the final place of rest for Cambridge citizens.  The stakeholder’s group  will meet periodically over the next 12 months.  Subcommittees may be set up to investigate specific topics and report back to the full committee. All stakeholder group meetings are open to the public.  

Applicants are sought from various stakeholder groups, including residents, local cemetery operators/administrators, property owners and local funeral services businesses.  Applications can be submitted at http://cambridgema.gov/apply. A cover letter describing interest, a resume and applicable expertise or experience can be submitted during the online application process. Paper applications are available in the City Manager’s Office at Cambridge City Hall, 795 Massachusetts Avenue. The deadline for submitting an application to serve on the task force is April 6, 2020.