ABC NewsBy ASHLEY RIGGLE, MARJORIE MCAFFEE, and ANTHONY RIVAS, ABC News(LOS ANGELES) As Los Angeles edges out of the most restrictive tier in its covid-19 reopening plan, small business owners who've struggled to stay afloat say that whatever hope it brings is mixed with feelings of frustration and anger.For many of the small business owners, the past year has been defined by sacrifice and heartbreak, and the constant concern that their business could go under as they try to keep up with the latest requirements.Jared "JP" Perelmutter, the owner and operator of Brick Fitness, hasn't been able to open his gym for indoor workouts for the last year. Since last summer, the parking lot outside the gym and a loyal clientele have made it possible to hold outdoor in-person workouts even if that means wearing masks, social distancing and keeping the noise levels low."So, this is the equivalent of a silent disco," Perelmutter said during a recent visit from "
LA business owners fighting to survive in pandemic feel mix of hope and frustration
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