. >> san jose's eric medina can stay away. the local business owners have nowhere to go. >> something happens we're covered for damage and that stuff. >> he owns a restaurant in 2011 one person stabbed during cinco de mayo. >> we've been hit with broken windows but we didn't see no damage but our neighbors got, you know, pretty bad damage he says he may close early this weekend this bakery is across the street. >> yes. there is nothing i can do. >> police will be out beginning friday night to protect businesses and those who wish to celebrate. >> our big concern is violence. if we can keep to it a minimum, we're hoping for a peaceful celebration. >> he says operations will be on hand as well as gang suppression details. he says he knows gangs will be out to display their signs as long as they that is all they do. >> as long as they don't cause problems and break laws, that is what we're looking for. >> parents should be advised there will be a curvy this weekend. live in san jose, abc 7 news. >> thank you. >> the man named as