[HistoricCemeterieslistserv] Applications for historic cemetery grants

[Marti Long]

My family loves to visit historic cemeteries and we have family buried at Riverside in Albany. I got on this list years ago just because I was interested in what’s going on with them, but I’m not active.  My daughter is in high school and needs a project— she’s genuinely interested, has time and it would look great on her college applications.  Does anyone have an idea that we could tackle?  We live in West Linn but are interested in Riverside in Albany as well.

One thing that is of particular interest is coming up with a plan that would allow people to volunteer in their own time.  It’d be great if people could go to a spot and work whenever they have time.  I follow the Good Cemeterian and I’m inspired to clean graves but don’t want to break the rules.  Does anyone have thoughts related to this?  Some way to encourage good work in a safe way?

Thanks!
Marti Long
(Pronouns: she/her/hers)
sethandmarti at comcast.net



> On Feb 1, 2021, at 9:00 AM, Judy Goldmann <gate736 at gmail.com> wrote:
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> Harrison Cemetery is  listed as a Historic Cemetery in Washington County.   Thank you for your attention. 
> Judy Goldmann, Board Member
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>> On Feb 1, 2021, at 8:52 AM, Sharon Umpleby <sharon at umpleby.us <mailto:sharon at umpleby.us>> wrote:
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>> Good morning Kuri,
>> Thank you for the information regarding grants.  
>> North Powder Cemetery Maintenance District has a small building project that could fit into some of the categories you mentioned.
>> Could you please confirm that we are a qualifying "Historic Cemetery"  -  we did receive a grant from you 10 or more years ago, so I believe that we do qualify, but would appreciate confirmation before I apply.
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>> Thank you again,
>> Sharon Umpleby
>> Bookkeeper etc.!!
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>> On Mon, Feb 1, 2021 at 7:17 AM GILL Kuri * OPRD via HistoricCemeteries <historiccemeteries at omls.oregon.gov <mailto:historiccemeteries at omls.oregon.gov>> wrote:
>> The Oregon Commission on Historic Cemeteries <https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Pages/Commissions.aspx#OCHC> is offering grants for qualified historic cemeteries. The annual grants <https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Pages/Grants.aspx#six> fund projects that preserve historic cemeteries. Projects funded in the past include marker repair workshops, fencing, signs, interpretive panels and brochures, security lighting, access improvements, records management, and more. 
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>> Awards typically range between $1,000 and $8,000, but have been higher. Anyone may apply for a grant. Projects must be related to historic cemeteries listed with the Oregon Commission on Historic Cemeteries. Recent projects include marker repair and workshops in several cemeteries, installations of signs and informational kiosks, a preservation plan, and a fence replacement.
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>> “Our goal is to preserve Oregon’s historic cemeteries and offer support throughout the application process,” said historic cemeteries program coordinator Kuri Gill. Past awards include projects in in Clackamas, Clasp, Columbia, Josephine, Lane, Marion, Multnomah, Sherman, Union, and Yamhill Counties.
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>> The online grant application is simple to use and includes plenty of support.  A free, online workshop specific to this grant and how to use the online grant application system will be offered March 4, 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Registration is required <https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEkcuqvrjMsH9xAzmlZXdY7KJ0kfkCEQx7Q>. Recorded trainings and tips are also online <https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Pages/Grants.aspx#one>.
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>> State law established the seven-member historic cemeteries commission to maintain a listing of all historic cemeteries and gravesites in Oregon; promote public education on the significance of historic cemeteries; and help obtain financial and technical assistance for restoring, improving and maintaining their appearances. These grants support the goals of the Oregon Historic Preservation Plan <https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Documents/2018preservationplan.pdf> and the Oregon Heritage Plan <https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Documents/2020_Oregon_Heritage_Plan.pdf>. To learn more about the grants or workshops visit www.oregonheritage.org <http://www.oregonheritage.org/> or contact Kuri Gill at Kuri.Gill at oregon.gov <mailto:Kuri.Gill at oregon.gov> or 503-986-0685.
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>> Kuri Gill (she, her, hers) |  Oregon Heritage Grants & Outreach Coordinator
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>> Oregon Heritage, Oregon Parks and Recreation Department
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>> Oregon Commission on Historic Cemeteries
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>> Desk:  (503)986-0685 cell: (503)383-6787
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