(A) Any section, lot, or grave may be transferred.
(B) The following rules shall apply to such transfer.
(1) A transfer of ownership affidavit shall be completed by the current owner. The affidavit shall be signed by the current owner(s), his or her guardian, or his or her personal representative, if deceased. The original cemetery deed shall be attached to the affidavit. These documents shall be submitted to the City Clerk.
(2) The City Clerk shall issue a new cemetery deed or deeds as the situation may require. The permanent records of the city shall be changed to correspond with the transfer.
(3) In the event that the original cemetery deed is lost, the owners of record are deceased, or other complications arise concerning ownership, a transfer of ownership affidavit shall be completed by the person requesting transfer or use of a lot or gravesite. The City Clerk shall review the information presented. The City Clerk may, in his or her sole discretion, either allow a transfer, deny a transfer, or request additional documentation prior to consideration. Should the City Clerk determine that a transfer or a burial is to be allowed, such action shall be final. Ownership shall be changed on the permanent records of the city. No liability for error shall result in personal liability to the City Clerk, the city, or any of the agents, employees, or contractors.
(2011 Code, § 12.20.060) (Ord. 170, passed - -1992)