From SF Gate:
“For 97 years the race has traversed San Francisco — most recently trailed by thousands of intoxicated (and often naked) participants pushing festive keg-toting floats.
It’s one of those only-in-San Francisco events that attracts up to 100,000 participants. But probably not any longer.
This year, there will be a zero-tolerance policy for alcohol and all floats, according to a news release from sponsor ING.
The statement doesn’t mention whether they’ll also be giving tickets to naked runners or tortilla tossers at the May 17 event.
Last year, neighbors’ complaints reached a fevered pitch because of a severe shortage of trash receptacles and portable toilets. Floats are often abandoned at the end of the race.
The crackdown was decided upon by ING, police and the North Panhandle Neighborhood Association.
“We’re still focused on the fun, vitality and unique culture of the race — we’re just removing the alcohol and the hazards. We feel that these changes will enhance the race experience for all involved,” said Angela Fang, the race’s general manager.”
Is this even fucking possible? What happens to the 80,000 drunk people that didn’t get the “memo” who show up half-naked at 8:00 AM?
Does SFPD actually think they can cite that many people without an incident, or are they simply placating the North Panhandle Neighborhood association who are tired of having their million dollar homes turned into urinals one Sunday each year?
I predict the greatest, most incredibly nude and inebriated celebration ever!
