Meridian Cemetery

Meridian Cemetery traces its origins to 1878, making it one of the oldest burial grounds in the Treasure Valley region. The facility transitioned to the Meridian Cemetery Maintenance District in 1934, converting it into a special taxing district governed under Idaho statute. This public structure means the cemetery serves constituents across Ada County, including the cities of Meridian and Boise, rather than operating as a private or for-profit enterprise.

The district's mandate centers on maintaining the grounds as "a place of peace and beauty for burial and memorialization of the deceased." Services are appointment-only, available Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The cemetery emphasizes professional, respectful service delivery, though it notes limited staffing resources may delay response times.