Good Luck. I live within a couple of miles and commute too. I keep my bike inside the office, tucked in the back hallway. I have asked for a rack and they say they are going to install one this summer, out back of our building. I don't live in a bike friendly community either, but I do well enough. You just have to have good lighting, follow signalling rules, and be aware. Definitely stock up some travel toiletries and have a nice backpack or storage on your bike to carry some clothes, etc. in.