Surfside Liquors, established in 1974 and vital to Hunters Point, has faced a major setback following owner Bob Pinkard's knee surgery that forced a nine-month closure. Upon reopening, Pinkard was informed by the USDA that he could no longer accept food stamps, as he did not requalify for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). This change has led to a significant decline in available grocery items, with the store now mostly selling beverages and cleaning supplies rather than the fresh produce that once supported the community in food desert conditions.
Surfside Liquors, the only grocery store in Hunters Point since 1974, now struggles to stock fresh produce due to lost SNAP authorization after owner’s knee surgery.
Bob Pinkard, owner of Surfside Liquors, laments, 'They told me I came back one month too late' following his inability to requalify for SNAP.
Once a source of fresh produce in a food desert, Surfside Liquors now sells beer and cleaning supplies as it has lost access to food stamp sales.
Pinkard's store, vital for the community and recognized for supporting local residents, confronts challenges after regulations changed during his store closure.
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