Asian business owners in Quincy host a walkout with local leaders to voice their concerns.

QUINCY — Paul Yu has owned the East Chinatown restaurant in Quincy for nearly two decades.

Little has changed on Hancock Street.

“When I started here 18 years ago, this area was quiet. It was very quiet. But now you can see people moving around. It’s completely different,” Yu said.

His restaurant was one of the stops on the road Saturday morning for Quincy Mayor Thomas Koch, and city and state lawmakers.

He started his walking tour at the Asian Business Development Council to learn more about this immigrant community. They sat down to talk about the issues facing the Asian community, which makes up over 30% of Quincy’s population.

“One of the groups, a non-profit group, is looking for more financial support to provide more services to newcomers and integrate more. The businesses seem very happy. They are doing well, they are thriving,” said Koch.

Such interaction is essential when there is little language and cultural barrier. The immigrant business owner and Quincy resident said he worries about safety in the area.

“I want a safer place. We need more police force,” Yu said. “That’s my concern.”

Knowing that change won’t happen unless people speak up, he encouraged city leaders to stop and listen to his concerns.

“I am very happy, very satisfied.”