Original sentence: Another prevalent problem is terrorism and vandalism of the community.Aspen Knolls is some of the cheapest real estate in Staten Island, and thus has become a melting pot of minorities.Despite strict security procedures, cars have been vandalized, homes have been spray painted, and teenagers roam the neighborhood with drugs and alcohol.However, due to Base Realignment and Closure, the housing contract was terminated in November 1994.It is also a haven for single parent families.Plans for this development began in the eraly 1990s and were originally meant for housing of Navy families.The community today has over 3,000 residents, and boasts a swimming pool, tennis court, basketball court, well maintained walkways, and club house
Edited sentence: Buying a home in Aspen Knolls made it possible for many people who would otherwise not have been able to do so...Home values have nearly doubled in the last five years making living at Aspen Knolls a wise and valuable investment.However, due to "Base Realignment and Closure", the housing contract was terminated in November 1994.Plans for this development began in the early 1990s and were originally meant for housing of "United States Navy"families.The Recreation Committee provides activities for adults and children at little or no cost including the annual Halloween Party and Parade, Adult Swim Nights and End of Summer Celebration.The community is quite safe, with after dusk curfews in public areas and an extensive private security team.The community today has over 4,000 residents, and boasts a swimming pool, tennis court, basketball court, well maintained walkways, and club house.There is a Welcoming Committee which makes every effort to welcome new homeowners to the community with a specially prepared "welcome" package.Town Home meetings are held quarterly for any and all residents of the community to voice their concerns and a monthly newsletter is an effective tool in keeping residents informed.Various committees allow residents to take an active role in providing a high quality of life within one of the largest developments on the east coast