IMO the newspaper in the previous link I posted also provides some pretty good insight into the regular state of affairs in Berlin.
IMO well paying jobs can only help the area and IMO when a family is hurting they “flock” to the source for the best work and support better paying businesses interested in moving to the area. Without a good tax base (I know this is obvious) crime inevitably comes to town with a vengeance, at least that has been our experience here where I live and IMO the level of crime according to the news I have been reading from the area, indicates it is on the upswing. IMO, the best way to stop it is to try and attract new business to the area and that is what they are doing IMO. LLEG is offering good opportunities for everyone involved IMO.
JMO,
Nez
Any society that would give up a little liberty to gain a little security will deserve neither and lose both.
Benjamin Franklin