The city of Sumpter has received a $4,805 grant from the Oregon Historic Cemeteries Commission to install fencing around a half-acre section of its historic cemetery, originally known as Blue Mountain Cemetery. - The grant will allow the city to sell approximately 192 burial plots in a section unused for over 50 years.
- Mayor Linda Wise confirmed that plots are marked, gravel roads are in place, and purchasing documents are being prepared. - The cemetery, located southeast of downtown Sumpter, lost original records in the 1917 fire that destroyed much of the town.
- Community volunteers have contributed significantly to clearing stumps and preparing the area. With fencing completed, the city expects to begin selling plots soon, meeting strong public interest.