Bosque Bello Cemetery Gets New Landscapers

Their responsibilities include mowing, weed eating, edging, blowing, and debris removal. The contractor will landscape the entire cemetery bi-weekly throughout the year.

Some may question, why outsource the landscaping needs of the cemetery? Multiple factors went into this delicate decision and it was not taken lightly. The cemetery is in need of so much more than just our general landscaping needs. This contract will uphold (at the very minimum) the current level of landscape service. In addition, it will provide much needed savings to the cemetery budget allowing future funds to be appropriated in areas of need.

Bosque Bello means “Beautiful Woods." We must protect the tree canopy. Irrigation issues are prevalent, monuments are in need of TLC, there has been an uptick in vandalism so securing the perimeter may be on the horizon, and stormwater issues are apparent in certain areas. All of these items cost significant amounts of money. This change will allow us to immediately work toward a more sustainable approach to our hidden jewel in the woods.

In addition to this change, the Parks & Recreation Department is seeking volunteers to work with Friends of Bosque Bello and the City to help uphold the City ordinances that are specific to the cemetery. Starting in October, the first Monday of each month, we would like to implement a cemetery walk-thru to remove items that are not permitted (e.g. standards regarding plastic / glass flower holders, temporary displays, and various mementos). These items have been loosely enforced, but make it much more difficult to work around during routine maintenance.

If you are interested in helping out, contact Kaitie Rivera at [email protected].