1. The New York Observer stated, “[LIC] is having an identity crisis”, does LIC seem to be heading more towards the hipster movement or the young professional movement?

2. Are there tensions regarding the public education system in LIC between the newer wealthier residents and the locals? How many of LIC’s residents actually attend the local public schools?

3. How many people can actually afford to move into the newer luxury condos/lofts in LIC?

4. What percentage of apartments are vacant and just taking up space?

5. The locals and art-community residents seem to co-exist peacefully, but have they always done so?