Board Meetings and Public Notices

Public participation is essential to open district governance. All meetings of the Board of Trustees comply strictly with the Ralph M. Brown Act.

The Gonzales Cemetery District Board of Trustees conducts regular public business sessions to review district budgets, authorize grounds improvements, and adopt public policy. Members of the public are invited to address the board during scheduled public comment periods.

Regular Meeting Schedule
Meeting DaySecond Wednesday of Every Month 
Regular Meeting Time7:00 PM 
Meeting LocationAmerican Legion Hall, 419 Fifth Street, Gonzales

Agendas and Minutes

Agendas are posted at least 72 hours prior to regular meetings in accordance with the Brown Act. Minutes are uploaded following formal board adoption.

September 28, 2022
Regular Board Meeting
Minutes:Minutes Pending Approval
November 16, 2022
Regular Board Meeting
Minutes:Minutes Pending Approval
February 6, 2023
Regular Board Meeting
Minutes:Minutes Pending Approval
March 14, 2023
Regular Board Meeting
Minutes:Minutes Pending Approval
May 9, 2023
Regular Board Meeting
Minutes:Minutes Pending Approval
June 5, 2023
Regular Board Meeting
Minutes:Minutes Pending Approval
July 11, 2023
Regular Board Meeting
Minutes:Minutes Pending Approval
September 12, 2023
Regular Board Meeting
Minutes:Minutes Pending Approval
October 25, 2023
Regular Board Meeting
Minutes:Minutes Pending Approval
November 14, 2023
Regular Board Meeting
Minutes:Minutes Pending Approval
Month Day, Year
Regular Board Meeting
Official Announcements

Current Public Notices

Posted: October 1, 2026
Notice of Public Hearing: Proposed Fiscal Year 2026–2027 Budget Review

The Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing on November 10, 2026, at 5:30 PM to receive community testimony regarding the annual preliminary operating budget.

California Health and Safety Code Notice
Posted: September 15, 2026
Annual Fall Grounds Cleanup and Flower Clearing Notification

All personal flower containers, temporary decorations, and non-permanent seasonal markers will be cleared from burial sections beginning October 26, 2026, for annual turf aeration.

California Health and Safety Code Notice
Posted: August 20, 2026
Board Vacancy Announcement & Application Procedures

Notice of upcoming trustee term expiration. Qualified district residents interested in appointment by the Board of Supervisors may obtain application packets from the district clerk.

California Health and Safety Code Notice