Rules and Regulations

General Rules

• Cemeteries are open daily for visitors between 7:00  a.m. and sunset.
• No trees, shrubs, or vines may be planted or fences erected on individual graves or plots. Please contact the cemetery administrator if you would like to donate a tree to the cemetery. 
• Potted plants and flowers are to be placed above the ground in pots on stands. Pots, flowers, and other adornments placed on the ground will be removed prior to weekly grass cutting. One pot stand per grave is allowed. 
• April is designated for spring cleanup; all materials in pots or stands will be removed and disposed of to allow for replanting on or after May 1. Flowers placed on graves will be left for one week before and one week after Easter.
• Flower pots and pot stands are encouraged to be removed on or before November 20 each year.  Pots and pot stands can be replaced on graves beginning May 1.  
• Shepherd hooks with hanging pots are not allowed and will be removed immediately. 
• Do not place garden trellises, wind spinners, toys, figurines, breakables, or other items directly on graves. These items make maintenance difficult and items will be removed without warning. 
• No pets allowed in the cemeteries unless on a leash. Owners must remove pet excrement.
• Please do not place alcoholic beverages on grave sites. These items will be removed immediately. 

The City of Anoka is not responsible for any damages, loss, or theft of items placed in the cemetery. Cemeteries are open to the public. Unfortunately damage can occur. Please report suspicious activity to the Anoka Police Department 763-427-1212

Items that are removed from graves will be placed in the metal tubs by the maintenance garage on the west side of the cemetery.  After 3 months, unclaimed  items will be discarded.