A local water official confirmed plans are in place to provide a portion of the water needed to add a little more green to the grass at Eternal Valley Memorial Park and Mortuary. However, cemetery officials Tuesday declined to discuss its plans with the Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency on how it may address a situation that has drawn criticism from local residents with loved ones buried there.
The grounds of the park are suffering lately, according to park visitors, with big brown patches visible from the road where grass grew previously. The couple were going to mark the grave for their son, Jeremy Daniel Mendelzon, who was buried at the top of the hill by the water tower at the facility, after he died at age 35 on July 5, But they also recognized in the comments that many had similar frustrations, Joyce Mendelzon said, adding there were dozens and she responded to all of them.
In response to the big patches of browning grass, the facility gave little information to the media Tuesday afternoon regarding why the grass does not appear to be adequately watered or when the problem is going to be fixed. We regret that our families are affected by these conditions and take full responsibility in maintaining a beautiful resting place for their loved ones. Joyce Mendelzon also said she had nothing but positive things to say about the people who spoke to her at Eternal Valley, but something needs to be done.
The city of Santa Clarita confirmed Tuesday a code-enforcement case has been filed against Eternal Valley. Kevin Strauss, spokesman for SCV Water, said Eternal Valley is currently a commercial customer with the agency, but only for its building near the entrance off Sierra Highway. He said the agency and the memorial park are in talks to create a connection that would provide the grounds with a portion of the water needed. He said that plan is expected to be in place by the end of the year.
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