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WALLA WALLA—In observance of Memorial Day, the grounds at Mountain View Cemetery will be open to the public from dawn until dusk on May 22-25. Due to COVID-19, below are a few considerations for those planning to visit on Memorial Day weekend;

• Visitors are asked to strictly observe social distancing requirements while at the Cemetery.

• Families are encouraged to use the online burial service to locate those memorialized at the Cemetery. This tool can be found on the City’s website at wallawallawa.gov.

• Those planning to visit the Cemetery and requiring additional help in locating those memorialized at the Cemetery are encouraged to call the Cemetery office at (509) 527- 4485 a minimum of three days in advance of their visit for assistance.

• Cemetery staff will be available via phone to assist over Memorial Day weekend between the hours of 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. In-person assistance will not be available.

• Cemetery maps and other supplemental information, including the Online Burial Search walkthrough are available at the Cemetery kiosk near the office.

• To ensure the health and safety of Cemetery patrons, the Abby and City-owned Mausoleums will not be open to the public.

Flower arrangements are allowed in accordance with the Cemetery Flower Policy, which can be found online at wallawallawa.gov.

Visitors are asked to be respectful of the Cemetery Flower Policy and should note that flower arrangements left on Cemetery grounds will be removed by City staff starting Monday, June 1 in order to allow staff to resume grounds maintenance.