A model Citizen bug solution

[djwolf]

I had to report back having been totally frustrated by this quest. Was it my mods? Is it the slapshod progamming that went into this DLC? I don't know but as soon as the Overseers desk (and yes, ensure you are using the one that sits alone as the very first item on your menu) was put in place, none of the quest steps to meet and interview the new arriving settlers, as well as several other steps in the following quests - the bicycle, etc would move forward. Using Setstage didn't work because it lacked my decisions and the game just froze or completely bugged out. Sitting on a bench and waiting for hours didn't help either and loading previous saves resulted in the same frustrating scenario. However, I did get through this ordeal successfuly and the solution is simple.

The moment things stop, save, run outside into the Commonwealth quarry at the front. The second zoning completes, turn around (ignore attacks) and zone back into Vault 88. This kicks the dialogue and script along. I had to do this some 6 -8 times to move through this quest, the bicycle, the drinks, the eye machine, (especially this one where no volunteers approach), and the slot machine quests. It's a pain but it will save your game.

Ammusingly, Overseer Barstowe, disgusted by my pleasant disposition, gave me the jumpsuit and the ability to use these building goodys before stomping off... except she just stayed. She would still be there if I hadn't needed to go elsewhere because she was gone when I returned.