Rules & Regulations

General Conduct

• Hillside Cemetery is a place of remembrance and reflection. Visitors are expected to conduct themselves respectfully at all times.
• Loud or disruptive behavior is not permitted.
• The cemetery reserves the right to ask any individual to leave the premises if conduct is deemed inappropriate.

Hours of Operation

• The cemetery is open to visitors during posted hours.
• Access outside of these hours is not permitted without prior authorization.

Vehicles & Parking

• Vehicles must remain on designated roadways at all times.
• Parking on grass, near graves, or in restricted areas is prohibited.
• Speed limits within the cemetery must be observed.

Decorations & Memorial Items

• Flowers and decorations are permitted but must be placed in a manner that does not interfere with maintenance.
• The cemetery reserves the right to remove items that are damaged, unsightly, or placed outside designated areas.
• Seasonal or temporary decorations may be removed after an appropriate period.

Maintenance & Groundskeeping

• Routine maintenance, including mowing and trimming, will be conducted regularly.
• The cemetery is not responsible for items left on graves that are lost, damaged, or removed during maintenance.

Monuments & Markers

• All monuments, markers, and inscriptions must meet cemetery guidelines and may require prior approval before installation.
• Unauthorized installation or alteration of monuments is not permitted.

Burials & Interments

• All burials and interments must be scheduled in advance with cemetery management.
• Only authorized personnel may perform burial-related activities.

Pets

• Pets are permitted only if leashed and under control at all times.
• Owners are responsible for cleaning up after their pets.

Prohibited Activities

• Alcohol, illegal substances, and firearms are strictly prohibited.
• Solicitation, advertising, or commercial activities are not allowed without prior approval.
• Damage to cemetery property, including monuments, landscaping, or structures, is strictly prohibited.

Liability

• Visitors enter the cemetery at their own risk.
• Hillside Cemetery is not responsible for accidents, injuries, or lost or stolen items.

Amendments

• These rules and regulations are subject to change at any time without prior notice.