We are not happy about the Gilford tax rate. Alton has a similar situation with island and 2nd home properties adding considerably to the net valuation while costing the town little in services. Unlike spendthrift Gilford, Alton has managed to keep a reasonable check on spending and hence a more reasonable tax rate.
As for succession, residents of the new Town of Islewins would no longer be able to use the Glendale facility but I suppose diverted tax funds could buy a replacement.
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