I'm checking with our Bike / Ped staff to see what our current rules are for use of the bike racks.

Right now our current rules technically don't even allow bicycles to park on the sidewalk (the language refers to "vehicles" which includes bicycles). A committee of the Bicycle - Pedestrian Advisory Commission is currently reviewing suggested changes in this language. The committee plans to hold one more meeting to formalize their recommendations before presenting to the entire BPAC and ultimately City Council.

The planning committee’s schedule can be found on the BPAC’s website if you are interested in getting involved in the process: http://www.raleighnc.gov/business/content/BoardsCommissions/Articles/BicyclePedestrianAdvisoryCommission.html

WOW. Very interesting! Thanks City of Raleigh!