| The Town of Gilford is governed by a three-member Board of Selectmen. Meetings are open to the public. |
| The Planning Board consists of seven regular members, plus alternate.. |
| The Zoning Board of Adjustment consists of five regular members, plus alternate. |
| The Recreation Commission consists of seven members. |
| The Gilford Library Trustees consists of five members. |
| The Board of Fire Engineers consists of three members. |
| The Budget Committee consists of twelve members. |
| The Facility Planning Committee consists of eight members. |
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