–Icon Realty Management, which has a number of LES-based properties, is under investigation by a joint city-state tenant harassment task force. [The Real Deal]
–A new batch of emails shows that James Capalino’s, “stable of lobbyists was so entrenched in the minutiae of (the mayor’s) first term, they formed an unofficial, additional layer of government — sometimes instructing staffers how to do their jobs — all while advancing the interests of their paying clients.” Capalino has, of course, been linked to the Rivington House scandal. The lobbyist’s spokesperson called the firm’s relationship with the mayor an example of “informed, responsible and effective advocacy.” [Politico]
–U.S. Rep. Nydia Velasquez wants $50 million to fight hate crimes. [Daily News]
–John Zorn’s Music club, The Stone, moves from Avenue C early next year. There’s now a listing for the space that indicates the landlord will not sign a lease with a bar. [EV Grieve]
