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BILL REILICH

Chairman

For Immediate Release: Media Inquiries, Contact:

March 21, 2016 Republican Headquarters 546-8040

STATEMENT FROM MONROE COUNTY REPUBLICAN

COMMITTEE CHAIRMAN BILL REILICH Re: Release of COMIDA Documents Concerning I-Square PILOT

Rochester, NY – “When this story first began to develop late last week, the first words out of

my mouth were ‘the Town of Irondequoit is a beautiful place filled with good people’. I know

first-hand the challenges of running a business in New York State, having built my very own

business from the ground-up and operating it for 28 years. I also know the important role town

government plays in the success of local development projects – often the town is the first place

a potential developer goes for assistance.

“The issue I raised with I-Square was not with the developer, but rather with Adam Bello, who is

abandoning them during a time of great need. Despite appearances, the documents released by

COMIDA clearly show that the project is in jeopardy and has failed to fulfill its promises to the

taxpayers. It is no secret that I-Square received millions of dollars in taxpayer assistance through

abatements and grants from the Town, School District, County, and State. I certainly recognize

the need for that assistance given the State’s dismal business climate, but I also know that

taxpayers demand accountability for their investments.

“I truly believe this project can be successful; I’m just disappointed that Adam Bello has decided

to abandon them during this difficult time.”

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