1.) What are some significant changes you have witnessed take place from when you moved into the neighborhood to the present moment?
2.) Can you elaborate on the history of Washington Heights? If you can, speak broadly to this issue then get more specific. What purpose does this history serves today?
3.) How would you describe the neighborhood’s ethnic make up and cultural lifestyle?
4.) What are key issues facing the community?
5.) Does Washington Heights have a huge gentrification problem? Please elaborate.
INstead of asking if Washington Heights has a HUGE gentrification problem –ask 1) How is gentrification changing the neighborhood a) housing b) shopping c) services d) schools
Always ask specific questions so that you get detailed answers.