Guilford, Connecticut is an economically mixed, residential and business community with miles of natural attractions and a well-run, efficient town government. It boasts native arts, education, medical and professional resources and seeks appropriate economic development.
An Economically Mixed Residential Community . . .
Guilford is a community of professional, technical, service and trade workers, and retirees. Major employers include municipal, retail, health care services, tourist services, and light manufacturing.
· Guilford is comprised of a mix of mostly residential, open space, commercial/industrial, with the balance utilities and roads
· Significant summer residential population and day visitors attracted by the beaches and Long Island Sound shoreline
· Predominantly single-family homes, average selling price in 2007 was approximately $400,000
Miles of natural attractions . . .
· Two public beaches, one on Long Island Sound, one on Guilford Lake
· Coastal wetlands
· Historic stone walls, forests and fields
· Attractive neighborhoods
· Moderate coastal climate
Town Government . . .
· Bond rating of AA+ (Fitch) and Aa2 (Moody's)
· Property tax (mill) rates lower than nearby towns
· Growth guided by formal Economic and Conservation Plan
Guilford is conveniently located . . .
· On Connecticut’s scenic shoreline
· 2 hours to New York City or Boston via I-95 or coastal rail line
· 20 minutes to New Haven’s arts, educational, health and cultural resources
Economic Development . . .
· Reinforces Guilford’s historic status
· Preserves open space
· Protects Guilford’s character as a small, residential seashore Town
· Makes a net positive contribution to Town budget
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