Union Cemetery maintenance
Summary
A resident asked the council to act on the neglected historic African American cemetery in DeLand. County staff said inmates are already doing basic maintenance; the property is abandoned and not county-owned.
At a glance
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Last discussed Sep 3, 2026.
Impact analysis
County spends only on basic inmate-labor maintenance since it does not own the property.
Descendants and the community connected to the historic cemetery.
Mentions & discussions (2)
County Council — 2026-09-03
Residents raised concerns about the historic Union Cemetery, owned by a defunct private corporation. Staff will research options and bring back a comprehensive report on ownership, maintenance, and code enforcement.
County Council — 2026-08-04
A resident asked the council to act on the neglected historic African American cemetery in DeLand. County staff said inmates are already doing basic maintenance; the property is abandoned and not county-owned.
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