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Erie County Ends KeyBank Center Lease Amid Bills Deal

4/8/2025

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Erie County will terminate its lease with KeyBank Center in October 2023, according to County Executive Mark Poloncarz.
The county is moving away from stadium management after a new agreement with the Buffalo Bills.
High maintenance costs and liability concerns prompted this decision.
Control of KeyBank Center will return to the City of Buffalo post-lease.
Arena renovations are projected to cost $75M-$200M, with financial responsibilities still uncertain.

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Erie County will terminate its lease with KeyBank Center in October 2023, according to County Executive Mark Poloncarz.
The county is moving away from stadium management after a new agreement with the Buffalo Bills.
High maintenance costs and liability concerns prompted this decision.
Control of KeyBank Center will return to the City of Buffalo post-lease.
Arena renovations are projected to cost $75M-$200M, with financial responsibilities still uncertain.