Rhode Island Code of Regulations Title 500 - Advisory Commission on Historical Cemeteries
**Rhode Island Code of Regulations
Title 500 — Advisory Commission on Historical Cemeteries**
Title 500 of the Rhode Island Code of Regulations (RICR) contains the administrative rules for the Advisory Commission on Historical Cemeteries. These rules guide the commission in protecting, preserving, and maintaining historic cemeteries in Rhode Island. The regulations establish the commission’s authority, responsibilities, and procedures for overseeing historical cemetery programs and grants.
Purpose of Title 500
The rules in Title 500 are designed to:
Define the mission and authority of the Advisory Commission on Historical Cemeteries
Establish standards for preservation, restoration, and documentation of historic cemeteries
Set procedures for grant applications, approvals, and reporting
Ensure compliance with state laws protecting historical burial sites
Provide guidance for public involvement and volunteer programs
Structure
Title 500 is organized by sections addressing the following topics:
Commission Organization and Duties
Membership, appointment, and terms of commissioners
Roles and responsibilities of the commission
Ethical standards and conflict of interest rules
Cemetery Identification and Preservation
Criteria for designating a cemetery as historic
Standards for maintaining and restoring cemeteries
Guidelines for historical documentation and recordkeeping
Grants and Funding
Eligibility for grant funding to support cemetery preservation
Application and review process for grants
Reporting requirements for grant recipients
Public Education and Outreach
Encouraging volunteer participation in cemetery projects
Providing educational resources about historical cemeteries
Promoting community awareness and preservation efforts
Compliance and Oversight
Procedures for monitoring cemetery preservation activities
Enforcement of state regulations protecting historic burial sites
Recordkeeping and documentation requirements
Purpose and Importance
Protects Rhode Island’s historic cemeteries and burial sites
Ensures proper preservation practices for cultural heritage
Provides grants and guidance to communities, volunteers, and organizations
Promotes public education and historical awareness
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