Concern over the highly publicized return of the fraudulent Fyre Festival is mounting after the government of the Mexican island where this year’s music event is supposed to take place issued a statement this week saying organizers have not requested permits.

Billy McFarland, creator of the disastrous 2017 Fyre Festival, which scammed people out of thousands of dollars, was sentenced to six years of prison time for his financial crimes, though he only ended up serving about four years from 2018 to 2022.

“I’m sure many people think I’m crazy for doing this again,” McFarland said Monday in a statement. “But I’d feel crazy not to do it again. After years of reflection and thoughtful planning, the new team and I have amazing plans for FYRE 2.”

The three-day music and arts event is scheduled to take place on Isla Mujeres, Mexico, between May 30 and June 2, but the government of Isla Mujeres doesn’t seem so sure.

“Second, we have incredible partners leading the festival. They’re in charge of all the logistics, productions and operations. This includes an incredible production team in Mexico who does not F around. There is no way they would ever take on a fake festival. Three, we have accommodations. Naturally, this is a huge point of emphasis given the issues surrounding Fyre 1. Our accommodations include contracts with a number of villas, yachts and hotels,” McFarland said in the video.

He went on to explain that Fyre Fest 2 has booked “artists, athletes and performers” and promises that “restitution is being paid.”

“Since being released 30 months ago, I’ve made 40 payments to restitution,” McFarland said. “I’ve also made it my mission to do more than legally required. Part of this is giving part of Fyre 2’s budget and profits directly to restitution.”

He added that he and his partners have been communicating with “local and state government to ensure full compliance and a successful event that benefits the local economy, shares the beauty of the Mexican Caribbean with the world and helps make right for all of the wrongs.”

Attendees can expect future updates about the festival to come directly from McFarland himself, he said.