When was the Key West City Cemetery established?

In 1847 after the disastrous hurricane of October 11, 1846.  The hurricane destroyed several burial grounds, prompting the City to purchase a 100-lot tract in the center of town.  Several years later, the City added 233 lots, and in 1868, a separate Catholic Cemetery was created along Francis Street. The Jewish Cemetery was added in the southeast portion of the property.

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1. When was the Key West City Cemetery established?
2. Who owns the Cemetery?
3. In this an active Cemetery?
4. How many people are buried in the Key West Cemetery?
5. Why are graves in disrepair?
6. Why are people buried above ground?
7. Are there burial lots for sale?