BUFFALO, N.Y. — Mark Poloncarz is calling out current County Executive Chris Collins on statements made in a new campaign ad.
In the ad, Collins (R) says he has kept county spending increases close to zero, has held down taxes and has helped end the county’s involvement in the hospital business.
Poloncarz, the Democrat candidate running against Collins, says Collins has actually done little to help fix Erie County.
“He has increased property taxes, decreased services to those who need them most, and slashed funding to arts and cultural groups that bring in vital tourist dollars,” said Peter Anderson, a spokesman for the Poloncarz campaign.
Meantime, Collins’ campaign officials says the county executive has spearheaded several projects that have brought positive change to the area, including adding 13 new playgrounds and upgrading various parks and shelters.