SFBC’s Bike to Work Day Secure Bike Parking

"A great amenity for those who do not have secure bike parking at their workplace. Simply drop off your bike in the morning and our cheerful bike valets will keep an eye on your two-wheeler all day. Return and pick up your bike anytime before 6pm."

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By Matthew Roth |
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Oakland police patrolling in downtown on bikes. Photo: Oakland Police Department

Thoughts on Oakland Police Bike Patrols

By Roger Rudick |
The other day, I biked over to a market on Oak Street in Jack London Square. There was a truck driver parked in the bike lane in front of the store, right by an open parking spot. I ended up walking into the store at the same time as an Oakland police officer. So I […]