Flags at half staff
President Bush directed that the United States flag be displayed at half staff at all federal buildings and installations through Sept. 13 to honor the late Supreme Court Chief Justice William Rehnquist. The date has been extended through Sept. 20 to honor the victims of Hurricane Katrina.
Tuesday, September 06, 2005
Potter, Union and Management Association leaders appearing on USPS-TV
Potter, Union and Management Association leaders appearing on USPS-TV
Postmaster General Jack Potter and Chief Human Resources Officer Tony Vegliante discussed the Hurricane Katrina situation with leaders of Postal Service Unions and Management Associations in a special USPS-TV broadcast today.
Joining the PMG were American Postal Workers Union President Bill Burrus, National Association of Postal Supervisors President Ted Keating, National Rural Letter Carriers Association President Donnie Pitts, National League of Postmasters President Steve LeNoir, Assistant to the President of the National Postal Mail Handlers Union Richard Collins and NAPUS Executive Director Charlie Moser.
The panel discussed USPS employee relief efforts, how the Postal Service is working to re-establish service to the affected areas and how we are reaching out to account for postal employees who have been displaced as a result of the storm. Tune it to PSTN to find out what you can do to help. The broadcast will air every hour on the hour. You can also tune in through USPS-TV On Demand on the Blue Page.
Postmaster General Jack Potter and Chief Human Resources Officer Tony Vegliante discussed the Hurricane Katrina situation with leaders of Postal Service Unions and Management Associations in a special USPS-TV broadcast today.
Joining the PMG were American Postal Workers Union President Bill Burrus, National Association of Postal Supervisors President Ted Keating, National Rural Letter Carriers Association President Donnie Pitts, National League of Postmasters President Steve LeNoir, Assistant to the President of the National Postal Mail Handlers Union Richard Collins and NAPUS Executive Director Charlie Moser.
The panel discussed USPS employee relief efforts, how the Postal Service is working to re-establish service to the affected areas and how we are reaching out to account for postal employees who have been displaced as a result of the storm. Tune it to PSTN to find out what you can do to help. The broadcast will air every hour on the hour. You can also tune in through USPS-TV On Demand on the Blue Page.
Suspension of Standard Mail (Letters and Flats) and Periodicals Mail acceptance to storm-stricken areas - Updated 9-6-05 2:30pm EST
Suspension of Standard Mail (Letters and Flats) and Periodicals Mail acceptance to storm-stricken areas
Effective immediately, the Postal Service is not accepting any Standard Mail (Letters and Flats) or Periodicals Mail — from any source — addressed for delivery within the following three-digit ZIP Code ranges: 369, 393, 394, 395, 396, 700, 701 and 704.
This emergency action has been taken as a result of severe facility damage, evacuations and other issues resulting from Hurricane Katrina.
We are now formulating plans to address the handling of Standard and Periodicals Mail already in the mailstream and addressed for delivery to these eight ZIP Code areas.
We will update this information as circumstances warrant.
Effective immediately, the Postal Service is not accepting any Standard Mail (Letters and Flats) or Periodicals Mail — from any source — addressed for delivery within the following three-digit ZIP Code ranges: 369, 393, 394, 395, 396, 700, 701 and 704.
This emergency action has been taken as a result of severe facility damage, evacuations and other issues resulting from Hurricane Katrina.
We are now formulating plans to address the handling of Standard and Periodicals Mail already in the mailstream and addressed for delivery to these eight ZIP Code areas.
We will update this information as circumstances warrant.
USPS: Reestablishing service
Reestablishing service
When and where it is safe to do so, the Postal Service is re-entering storm-damaged areas to reopen Post Offices to restore mail delivery and service, and establish mobile retail centers to serve customer needs in damaged areas. USPS now has a policy in place to make sure employees are safe when re-entering facilities damaged by the storm surge and flood waters. On-site assessments of damage to New Orleans postal facilities, including the New Orleans P&DC, continues.
Services are gradually being restored in some of the areas hardest hit by Hurricane Katrina. In Louisiana, most of the state is now receiving normal mail delivery. USPS and the Social Security Administration have established temporary, alternative locations for the distribution of Social Security checks to residents who are unable to receive regular mail delivery service.
Similar efforts are underway in Mississippi where more than 1,000 checks were distributed through Sunday. The distribution effort in ZIP Code Area 395 for Social Security checks and other first-of-the-month checks has been extended through Wednesday Sept. 7.
“I am happy to report that we have resumed mail delivery and collection services to over 300,000 homes and businesses impacted by Hurricane Katrina,” said Mississippi District Manager James Daily. “I want to thank everyone for their patience and understanding as we continue to work together to overcome the challenges of the nation’s worst natural disaster. I particularly want to thank our employees for their efforts during a time that has been extremely challenging for them, as well.”
Across the country, evacuees are pouring into emergency shelters and USPS employees are there to assist them — helping them fill out change of address cards to make sure their mail gets to them. In Fort Chaffee, AR, relief workers turned the post where Elvis Presley entered the Army in 1958 into a processing center for evacuees. There, they were registered by the Social Security Administration, checked by doctors and given Post Office box addresses so they will still get their mail.
When and where it is safe to do so, the Postal Service is re-entering storm-damaged areas to reopen Post Offices to restore mail delivery and service, and establish mobile retail centers to serve customer needs in damaged areas. USPS now has a policy in place to make sure employees are safe when re-entering facilities damaged by the storm surge and flood waters. On-site assessments of damage to New Orleans postal facilities, including the New Orleans P&DC, continues.
Services are gradually being restored in some of the areas hardest hit by Hurricane Katrina. In Louisiana, most of the state is now receiving normal mail delivery. USPS and the Social Security Administration have established temporary, alternative locations for the distribution of Social Security checks to residents who are unable to receive regular mail delivery service.
Similar efforts are underway in Mississippi where more than 1,000 checks were distributed through Sunday. The distribution effort in ZIP Code Area 395 for Social Security checks and other first-of-the-month checks has been extended through Wednesday Sept. 7.
“I am happy to report that we have resumed mail delivery and collection services to over 300,000 homes and businesses impacted by Hurricane Katrina,” said Mississippi District Manager James Daily. “I want to thank everyone for their patience and understanding as we continue to work together to overcome the challenges of the nation’s worst natural disaster. I particularly want to thank our employees for their efforts during a time that has been extremely challenging for them, as well.”
Across the country, evacuees are pouring into emergency shelters and USPS employees are there to assist them — helping them fill out change of address cards to make sure their mail gets to them. In Fort Chaffee, AR, relief workers turned the post where Elvis Presley entered the Army in 1958 into a processing center for evacuees. There, they were registered by the Social Security Administration, checked by doctors and given Post Office box addresses so they will still get their mail.
More than 38,000 Changes of Address filed
HURRICANE UPDATE — HELPING CUSTOMERS RECONNECT
More than 38,000 Changes of Address filed
The Postal Service’s hurricane response has focused on getting mail to displaced customers across the country, finding and helping employees uprooted by the storm and reestablishing service to customers in areas hit by Hurricane Katrina.
The Postal Service has been successful in letting displaced customers know that USPS can get their mail to them — including Social Security, payroll checks and prescriptions by mail — no matter where they are, by providing their temporary address.
“For many, mail is their primary means of receiving financial support,” said Louisiana District Manager Tony Ruda. “That’s why the Postal Service, nationally and locally, moved quickly to set up means for people to get their Social Security or other checks.”
To date, more than 38,000 hurricane victims have filed Changes of Address (COA) — and that number is growing quickly — most using the Internet COA option on usps.com, followed by Telephone COA through 1-800-ASK-USPS (1-800-275-8777). Others have gone to Post Offices to complete and submit COA forms or mail them postage-free.
Baton Rouge P&DC Distribution Clerk Audrey Grimes sorts New Orleans Social Security checks destined for customer pickup in La Place, LA.
USPS has temporarily waived the $1 fee and credit card requirement for Internet COAs in affected areas. Postal employees at the Houston Astrodome and other sites housing evacuees are helping people change their addresses.
Mailers have been advised to continue sending First-Class Mail to customers’ addresses. If a COA is on file, mail will be redirected to the customer’s temporary location or made available at the local Post Office. Mail that can’t be delivered or forwarded will be returned to the sender.
More than 38,000 Changes of Address filed
The Postal Service’s hurricane response has focused on getting mail to displaced customers across the country, finding and helping employees uprooted by the storm and reestablishing service to customers in areas hit by Hurricane Katrina.
The Postal Service has been successful in letting displaced customers know that USPS can get their mail to them — including Social Security, payroll checks and prescriptions by mail — no matter where they are, by providing their temporary address.
“For many, mail is their primary means of receiving financial support,” said Louisiana District Manager Tony Ruda. “That’s why the Postal Service, nationally and locally, moved quickly to set up means for people to get their Social Security or other checks.”
To date, more than 38,000 hurricane victims have filed Changes of Address (COA) — and that number is growing quickly — most using the Internet COA option on usps.com, followed by Telephone COA through 1-800-ASK-USPS (1-800-275-8777). Others have gone to Post Offices to complete and submit COA forms or mail them postage-free.
Baton Rouge P&DC Distribution Clerk Audrey Grimes sorts New Orleans Social Security checks destined for customer pickup in La Place, LA.
USPS has temporarily waived the $1 fee and credit card requirement for Internet COAs in affected areas. Postal employees at the Houston Astrodome and other sites housing evacuees are helping people change their addresses.
Mailers have been advised to continue sending First-Class Mail to customers’ addresses. If a COA is on file, mail will be redirected to the customer’s temporary location or made available at the local Post Office. Mail that can’t be delivered or forwarded will be returned to the sender.
Suspension of Standard Mail (Letters and Flats) and Periodicals Mail acceptance to storm-stricken areas : Updated 9-06-05
Effective immediately, the Postal Service is not accepting any Standard Mail (Letters and Flats) or Periodicals Mail — from any source — addressed for delivery within the following three-digit ZIP Code ranges: 369, 393, 394, 395, 396, 700, 701 and 704.This emergency action has been taken as a result of severe facility damage, evacuations and other issues resulting from Hurricane Katrina.We are now formulating plans to address the handling of Standard and Periodicals Mail already in the mailstream and addressed for delivery to these eight ZIP Code areas.We will update this information as circumstances warrant
Updated Map of Post Offices affected by Hurricane Katrina - Updated 9-6-05 8:00 am
The map to the left shows the status of all USPS Post Offices that were affected by Hurricane Katrina earlier this month (August - September 2005). Green coded areas indict fully operational post offices, yellow represents partial service, red represents NO service, while white falls into other, which is not described further. This information is as of Tuesday 9-06-05 8:00 amClick on the map for a larger image.
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