Westchester Square business owners said they were appreciative for the direct efforts. Anastasia Ekue, owner of Value Dollar City and a Nigerian immigrant, said that in seeking greater financial independence, she quit her position as a store manager at Macy’s and decided to open her own business.
Though business had been “tough,” she said she was determined to persevere – and the Commissioner’s visit strengthened her resolve.
“It shows that we matter,” said Ekue. “We count.“
