Chason Affinity Companies - Kaleida Health

Kaleida Health/Millard Fillmore Gates Circle Hospital Reuse
In summary, our concept is to re-develop the Gates facility into a Veterinary School and Teaching
Hospital with on-campus student housing. We will show in our Development Implementation
Strategy how this can be accomplished utilizing major sections of the existing facility and creating
a green campus setting, while bringing back to life the original 1911 Hospital buildings. We believe
that this plan is not only extremely achievable, but would complement and build on Western New
York’s growing reputation as a medical and educational center.
Proposed Transaction Terms
We propose acquiring the site and buildings for one dollar; however, we will contribute the $1
million prize to the veterinary school’s start-up costs. Closing will occur when all approvals have
been received, anticipated to be under one year from award.
It will also be important to acquire the Buffalo municipal parking ramp adjacent to the property.
Proposed Development Schedule
The expected student body would number approximately
600, considering a 4-year curriculum as well as advanced
specialties. Other additional classes will increase this number
significantly. The professors, teachers, administration, hospital
personal and support could easily bring over 200 new permanent
jobs. The ripple effect would have a substantial long
range impact on housing, retail and entertainment alone. The
opportunities for expansion in related fields would provide
additional future growth. This would be just the beginning.
We would begin immediately to seek all approvals and finalize arrangements with the participating
Veterinary institution. We would anticipate closing on the property within one year. (Refer to page
11 for full schedule)
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