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Old 05-07-2009, 12:21 PM   #8
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Originally Posted by jrc View Post
I'm sure Mink Islander is right, it's private property and there is conservation protection on the island that stops access by the general public.

Timber Island is a taxpayer subsidized private park.
No, it isn't

The owners pay taxes on the entire island. Just like anyone else. A conservation easement does not lower taxes.

I imagine most of the island is taxed as current use and therefore at a very low rate. However if you disagree with that, complain to the town about their tax rates.
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