Senator Gary Peters (MI) Raises Concerns about Mail Delivery
Sen. Gary Peters (MI) asks USPS for more transparency on broad delivery changes being instituted at the USPS.
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LEGISLATORS MEET WITH AUSPL LEADERSHIP
AUSPL leaders were in Washington DC March 19 and 20 to discuss postal legislation and issues affecting lessors.
PMG REPORTS TO POSTAL SERVICE BOARD OF GOVERNORS
PMG DeJoy’s remarks at Feb. 8, 2024 Board of Governors meeting
USPS Introduces Vehicle Charging Stations
USPS introduces vehicle charging stations at the South Atlanta Sorting and Deliveryi Center.
RECENT POSTAL LEGISLATION
Recent postal legislation regarding relocation of postal facilities
AMERICAN TOWNS WITH CHRISTMAS RELATED NAMES HAVE SPECIAL POSTMARKS
American towns with Christmas related names and special post marks
ON-TIME DELIVERY SLOWS FOR USPS
The US Postal Service is hiring about 30% fewer retail and delivery workers for the holiday season this year than in past years. Despite the reduction in temporary positions, Postmaster General Louis DeJoy expressed optimism in the agency’s ability to deliver on time. In November he said, “We have been strategically planning early and leveraging…
Board of Governors Meeting Nov.14, 2023
DeJoy meets with Board of Governors to discuss progress in the USPS
AUSPL Works with USPS Facilities Department to Resolve Lightbulb Lease Issue
Who Changes the Lightbulbs? The form of the “Maintenance Rider Landlord Responsibility” that is currently included with the 2021 lease and 2020 small building lease contains a surprising difference from prior maintenance riders. That is, the “Landlord Responsibility” maintenance rider makes a lessor responsible for changing lightbulbs, a responsibility that, in the past, has been…
USPS Fights To Reduce Mail Carrier Assaults and Mail Theft
“As our nation continues to address a sustained crime wave, our targeted focus to crack down on postal crime is progressing. The safety of our letter carriers — and all postal employees — is our top priority. We will continue to work steadfastly with our law enforcement partners to increase the safety of our employees…
Government Shutdown and Payment of Leased Post Office Rents
USPS lease payments are not affected by a government shutdown
USPS Pilot Program to Insource Trucking Operations
USPS creates pilot program to insource trucking of mail
USPS Office of Inspector General Releases Report on Post Office Suspensions
USPS OIG and the PRC are monitoring the resolution of suspended postal facilities.
USPS HAS A NEW “GROUND ADVANTAGE” PROGRAM
USPS has introduced Ground Advantage,a new package shipping program
USPS Publishes Two Year Progress Report on Delivering for America
With its Two Year Progress Report on Delivering for America, the US Postal Service has published an informative report on the progress made toward the goals outlined in the most recent10-year plan. This multi-dimensional ten-year plan addresses the goals the USPS has for future improvement in operational excellence, improvements in financial stability and a sustainable…
PMG DeJoy Speaks to National Postal Forum
Postmaster General Louis DeJoy spoke to attendees at the 2023 National Postal Forum and AUSPL President Keith LaShier was in attendance. DeJoy discussed the progress the USPS has made in the last two years . He compared the current situation to the terrible financial condition of the USPS when he became PMG. In discussing those…
HR 3156 Requiring Post Office Security Cameras Introduced in House
US Rep Holmes Norton introduces bill to install security cameras at postal facilities
PMG DeJoy Testifies to House Oversight Committee
Rep. Balint asked, Will your plan result in reductions to retail operations?”
USPS Service Performance Update
The USPS reported that service performance has been holding steady at 2.5 days. The March 23, 2023 press release gave FY23 second quarter service performance scores showing 91.2% of first-class mail has been delivered on time when measured against the USPS service standard. This performance is in line with performance in the first quarter of…
USPS AWARDS CONTRACT FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLES
USPS AWARDS CONTRACT FOR 9,250 COMMERCIALLY AVAILABLE LEFT-HAND DRIVE BATTERY ELECTRIC VEHICLES. The USPS announced on February 28 it had entered into a contract to obtain the new vehicles In addition, over 14,000 charging stations will be installed at USPS facilities. The goal is for the USPS to have a fleet of vehicles that is…
USPS Information on Route Consolidations
The USPS publishes a quarterly magazine called “The Eagle” for employees of the USPS. The most recent publication includes an excellent article called “Re-thinking Local Delivery.” This article discusses the recent introduction of Sorting and Delivery Centers to the Postal Delivery Unit Network. This is good information for postal lessors as well as postal…
PRC Says USPS Has Acted Appropriately in Raising Postage Prices
PRC Says USPS has Acted Appropriately in Raising Postage Prices
PRC 2023-2028 Strategic Plan
PRC published its 5-year plan for oversight of the US Postal Service
The USPS Announces Plan to Have 66,000 Electric Vehicles by 2028
December 20, 2022 The USPS has spent several years working on replacing the current old fleet of vehicles. On December 20 the USPS announced plans to acquire at least 66,000 battery electric delivery vehicles as part of its 106,000 vehicle acquisition plan for deliveries between now and 2028. Additionally 21,000 more battery electric vehicles will…
USPS To Be Closed 12/26/2022 and 1/2/2023
Because Christmas and New Year’s Day fall on Sunday, the US Postal Service will be closed on the Monday following each holiday – December 26, 2022 and January 2, 2023. On December 24 some post offices may have extended hours, and some may have limited hours. Customers are advised to check the hours at their…
137 New Package Sorting Machines in Time for Holiday Season
New package sorting machines at USPS in time for holiday delivery.
Outgoing Legislators Vie for Positions on the USPS Board of Governors
Rep. Carolyn Maloney and Rep. Brenda Lawrence submit names for consideration for USPS Board of Governors.
The USPS Pairs Kids with Christmas Gifts!
The USPS’s Operation Santa Program pre-registration for “adopting” letters begins November 14, 2022! This charitable program from the US Postal Service pairs children with individuals who provide the children with gifts requested in letters to Santa mailed through the US Postal Service. It’s a wonderful program and service from the USPS. More information HERE!
Postal Service Board of Governors Chooses Chairman
November 10, 2022 – Roman Martinez IV was unanimously re-elected by his fellow Governors to continue to serve as chairman of the Board of Governors. Vice Chairman Anton G. Haijar will also continue his position. Martinez began his service on the Board in August of 2019. More HERE. The Postal Service Board of Governors is…
USPS Plans to Consolidate Carrier Routes
USPS has plans to consolidate routes to improve efficiency of delivery system
Regional Meeting Austin, TX – October 27, 2022
AUSPL is Coming to Austin, TX! Thursday, October 27, 2022 Hyatt Regency Austin 208 Barton Springs Rd. Austin, TX 78704 Registration is $125 per person for Members. Non-members add $100 for membership in AUSPL. Register by calling 800-572-948, emailing auspl@asupl.com or online Here Room Rate is $239 per night plus tax. Cutoff Date for discounted…
Indianapolis Regional Meeting – September 16, 2022
Indianapolis is the site for the September 16, 2022 AUSPL Regional Meeting
Regional Meeting Atlantic City, NJ – Friday October 21, 2022
AUSPL is Coming to Atlantic City!October 21, 2022 | 8am to 4:30pm(Lunch included. Social Hour to follow 5pm to 6pm.) AUSPL Members: $125.00Non-members: $125 plus $100 for AUSPL Membership for one year Hard Rock Hotel and Casino1000 Boardwalk, Atlantic City, NJ 08401 Room rate is $89 Thursday Night 10-20-2022 and $229 Friday night 10-21-2022 Cutoff…
USPS Extends Pilot Program with CA DMV
CA DMV partners with USPS in a pilot program providing DMV kiosks in retail postal facilities. Kiosks provide a convenient place for residents to perform basic DMV functions
AUSPL Regional Meeting – Denver, CO – September 23, 2022
AUSPL Regional Meeting to be held in Denver, CO September 23, 2022
Hilton Denver City Center
The Postal Service Reform Act is Signed by President Biden
President Biden signs the Postal Service Reform Act of 2022.
US Postal Service Outlines Support for Postal Service Reform Act
In a fact sheet released March 11, 2022, the USPS outlined its support for the Postal Service Reform Act (PSRA) recently passed in the House and Senate. Estimated financial benefits to the USPS are a savings of $44 billion over the next 10 years. This enables the USPS to “Continue to operate as a self-funded…
Senate Passes Postal Service Reform Act
March 8, 2022 – By a vote of 79-19 the US Senate has passed postal reform legislation. The bill, designed to eliminate much of the Postal Service’s debt and restructure some of its operations, is now awaiting the signature of President Biden. This legislation is the first significant reform for the Postal Service since the…
USPS Rolls Out “USPS Connect”
US Postal Service rolls out “USPS Connect” program intended to provide faster service for packages and documents.
House Votes on the Postal Service Reform Act of 2021
On February 8, 2022 the U.S. House of Representatives considered and voted on Rep. Carolyn Maloney’s Postal Service Reform Act of 2021. At the conclusion of debate, the Chair put the question on passage and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Comer demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair announced that…
Postal Service to add 45 Facilities Ahead of Holiday Season
The USPS is working toward increasing its holiday season package delivery capabilities by 35% over 2020’s capabilities. This year’s capacity should exceed 50 million packages a day. Central to the increased capacity are the addition of 112 new package sorting machines, and forty-five leased annex facilities. The annexes are planned near existing processing plants. An…
Mailing and Shipping Deadlines
The US Postal Service has announced holiday shipping and mailing deadlines. The tables below show deadlines for expected delivery to domestic and military addresses by December 25, 2021.
AUSPL Regional Meeting – Scottsdale, AZ – November 12, 2021
Old Town – Scottsdale, Arizona Registration for the Scottsdale Meeting is full. Please join us at another Regional Meeting. AUSPL is Coming to Scottsdale, AZ For a One-Day Seminar on Friday, November 12, 2021 from 8am to 5pm We are bringing Postal Service expertise to YOU! · Are you dealing with JLL? …
Joint Task Force to Review Service Performance Issues
The USPS joined with leaders from six organization representing Postal Service employees to identify problems and create solutions to the service performance issues that have plagued the USPS. The National Task Force, which will focus on specific facilities held its first meeting on March 22, 2021. “Recognizing that issues in certain facilities across the country…
Oshkosh Defense to Build Next Generation Delivery Vehicle
The USPS has awarded the contract to build its Next Generation Delivery Vehicles (NGDV) to Oshkosh Defense. Oshkosh Defense, will build between 50,000 and 165,000 NGDVs over the next 10 years. 2023 is the year the new vehicles will begin service. NGDVs will be both electric and gasoline powered. Additionally, looking toward the future and…