Lansing’s public cemeteries facing funding shortfall as families opt for cheaper burial options

LANSING, Mich. (WILX) – The cost of everything is going up, including the cost to bury a loved one

More families are turning to cheaper options like cremation. The Lansing Parks and Recreation Department is feeling the impact.

The Department operates three cemeteries in the city: Mount Hope, North, and Evergreen. Last year, they brought in around $495,000. However, their expenses are over $1 million, leading to some financial challenges…

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