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“There are other bills that have been proposed that we would love to see movement on as well,” Russell-Ciardi said. “But vacancy decontrol is really the linchpin. This entire destabilization of our housing stock due to predatory equity would not have happened if vacancy decontrol weren't there as an incentive.”
Most advocates said they were unconcerned about damaging their relationship with Espada and being in an awkward position if he retains the seat. They said they would continue to lobby whoever holds the post.
