My interview.

The guy that owns the store is named Peter. Joe died 20yrs ago and Peter took over.

1. How long have you lived in this neighborhood?
I lived in this neighborhood for 20yrs but my store has been here since 1952.
2. What do you like most about this neighborhood?
Theres always opportunity to make money. commercial and residential and theres a lot of students everywhere.
3. What attracts you to this neighborhood?
That it is a mixed community.
4. Have you seen any dramatic changes in this neighborhood?
Alot of dramatic changes. From a Jewish to a Italian and then a Korean community.
5. How much of an impact does Cardozo High School have on your store?
Alot. I'd say 30% of my customers are from Cardozo.
6. When you remodeled, did it benefit you?
Of course. New kinds a food, different variety, it brought in more customers, and it gave Joe's a different image.
7. How many stores since you been here, opened and closed in this neighborhood?
Joe's has been here since 1952, it saw lot of stores close down.
8. Do you make of a lot of business having your store at this exact location?
This is the best corner. The sidewalk is huge, you can see it from any angle. When you first come to Springfield Blvd., this is the first store you see.
9. Do you know most of your customers?
Pretty much and by their names. I almost always get the same customers. Customers are very loyal.
10. Have you franchise your store?
No, i dont plan on it.