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Gelbsman To Replace Embattled Colleague

As County Board's Liaison To IDA Board

Editor's Note: This article was edited for space in this week's print editions. This is the complete version.

By JIM KEVLIN • allotsego.com

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Given a colleague's legal troubles, county Rep. Craig Gelbsman, R-Oneonta, is in line for appointment as liaison to the county IDA, the Industrial Development Agency that is spearheading redevelopment of Pony Farm Industrial Park.

He would replace county Rep. Betty Anne Schwerd, R-Edmeston, who District Attorney John Muehl said is under investigation for misuse of campaign funds following a complaint by her former employer, state Sen. Jim Seward, R-Milford.

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