Revitalized Hunters Point: Residents Return To Homes With Big Problems Still

Leela Molex, 73, finds herself back in her LaSalle apartment, encircled by unpacked moving boxes. Disillusioned with the renovations, she has lodged several complaints regarding damaged and lost possessions.On Thursday, August 14, Chyna Smith, a Hunters Point resident, faced her own ordeal, becoming trapped inside her unit mere days after returning. In her third trimester, she was eager to attend a medical appointment. Despite her attempts to unlock her door, it remained secured. After calling maintenance yielded no results, she dialed 911, leading to the fire department prying it open. They discovered a faulty lock installation.Smith's satisfaction was further diminished when she discovered her costly renovations—such as a stove and custom cabinetry—were ruined. Despite her careful labeling of untouched items, none remained. “Why do we have to be in the dark?” she questioned, reflecting broader frustrations among residents.