I'm trying to track down two stories about recent urban planning history in San Francisco: 1) making sure plazas stay sunny at lunchtime, 2) making sure small builders could help redevelop a large area. Do you know these stories? Do you know of good online sources for San Francisco urban planning history? [more inside]
posted on Apr 15, 2008 - 8 answers

I’m thinking of getting a second job at a bar or restaurant in the Bay Area, on top of a serious day job. Any tips on 1) places to apply and 2) how to survive working two jobs? [more inside]
posted on May 29, 2007 - 7 answers

Anybody know a good camping / backpacking spot in California that's not snowed under yet and is a decent drive from San Francisco (< 8 hours, not involving snow chains)? [more inside]
posted on Nov 17, 2006 - 15 answers

Why are there no water taxis across the San Francisco Bay? Can I kayak to work? [more inside]
posted on Jun 6, 2006 - 22 answers