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Police Union to close deal on ballpark bar

October 27, 2010

Remember we told you in May about how The City’s police union is looking to buy a bar and restaurant only a block away from AT&T Park.

It looks like the deal is about to go through, and the Police Officers Association must be licking their chops at the thousands of thirsty Giants fans throwing down cash at Paragon Restaurant and Bar.

While California law prohibits anyone who enforces alcohol laws — such as police — to sell liquor at an establishment in the city they work, there are exceptions for organizations such as police unions. But the P.O.A. voted to lease out the property anyway to avoid any conflicts, according to union Vice President Kevin Martin.

Read more at the San Francisco Examiner.

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