Is the Economy Rebounding in Fort Greene-Clinton Hill? [POLL]

There are signs of the new economy everywhere.

Literally. Whether it's "Fort Rent," "Closed" or "Under Renovation," the neighborhood seems to be announcing its transition from the economy of the past to something new... something different.

For every closing it seems there is another coffee/tea shop opening. And at least once in the past year the openings and closings have taken place at the same location—hello !

Elsewhere in the neighborhood, the (according to its management company) and neighborhood's cultural explosion continues to gain steam with no fewer than three major developments—belonging to BRIC, and, of course, Brooklyn Academy of Music—in varying stages of completion.

But there have been clear signs that as the economy improves for some, times remain incredibly tough for many residents and business owners.

For example, The Local has this update from F+S Tire, which was seemingly saved from closure from the city Department of Buildings last year only to wither on the vine of one of the toughest economies in memory.

One of the benefits of being editor of a local website such as this one is the ability to poll residents of every color, background and income bracket on this important question:

Is the economy improving in Fort Greene-Clinton Hill?