History lesson and suggestion for the metropolis that is WEST WILDWOOD: Succeed from the United States then declare war on the US. Start a blockade around the island using all the rental crab boats in the canal. Hijack a banner plane and fly a "Make West Wildwood Great Again" message and name former Mayor Fox dictator. Surrender immediately to the overwhelming forces of the wildwood officials , then apply for state aid to raise the island 10 feet. That's your only chance as I see it.