Leela Corman

Age:
37

Neighborhood:
previously lived in Greenpoint, Lorimer St. & Meserole Ave., currently lives in Ditmas Park

Occupation/Identity:
professional bellydancer, freelance designer, wife and mother

Neighborhood Amenities:
comfortable, safe, conveniently located and affordable, Greenpoint YMCA, large Polish population added to the unique cultural composition, McGolrick Park, McCarren Park, McCarren Park Greenmarket, local Polish & Thai restaurants

Neighborhood Nuisances:
neighbors dumping bleach into the soil, the police gas pump possibly contaminating surrounding soil, she & her husband weren’t sure if they wanted to attempt a pregnancy in Greenpoint

Activities in Neighborhood:
dancing at the YMCA

Social/Family Network in Neighborhood:
husband, peer group – other artists & dancers

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