Bill Overview
Title: To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 101 South Willowbrook Avenue in Compton, California, as the "PFC James Anderson, Jr., Post Office Building".
Description: This act designates the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 101 South Willowbrook Avenue in Compton, California, as the PFC James Anderson, Jr., Post Office Building.
Sponsors: Rep. Barragan, Nanette Diaz [D-CA-44]
Target Audience
Population: People using USPS services at the South Willowbrook Avenue, Compton post office
Estimated Size: 100000
- The bill involves the renaming of a single USPS facility.
- This primarily affects those who visit or send mail from this specific post office.
- Local residents and businesses in Compton, California, who use this particular post office will be the most directly affected by the change.
- Others who may be impacted include people who might look up or use the address of this facility for postal services.
Reasoning
- This policy is very localized and the impact is mostly symbolic, likely not affecting the wellbeing scores significantly.
- Given the budget constraints and the symbolic nature of the policy, the primary impact is likely awareness or sentiment in the local community rather than tangible well-being changes.
- The policy affects postal customers of the specific Compton location, which means most feedback will be neutral, with slight positive or indifferent sentiments.
- The location's renaming will likely not change day-to-day operations for most users.
- The impact will be mostly on cultural and symbolic recognition, which might slightly uplift community members who take pride in the renaming.
- The budget primarily accounts for costs associated with signage and administrative updates, not major operational changes.
- Ultimately, the scale and nature of the policy suggest widespread minimal impact, with possible minor positive feelings of recognition.
Simulated Interviews
Postal Worker (Compton, California)
Age: 35 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 10/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I think it's great we're honoring a local hero.
- The name change won't affect my work directly, but it's a meaningful gesture.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 7 |
Retired (Compton, California)
Age: 62 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 15/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I'm indifferent to the name change, as long as services remain the same.
- It's nice to honor someone, but it doesn't change how I use the post office.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 6 |
Local Business Owner (Compton, California)
Age: 28 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 10/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I think it's cool they're naming it after a local hero.
- As long as my mail service is consistent, I'm happy.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 7 |
Postal Systems Analyst (Los Angeles, California)
Age: 45 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 12/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Symbolic name changes are common and part of USPS history; they usually don't impact operations.
- I see it as a bureaucratic formality with local cultural significance.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 8 |
School Teacher (Compton, California)
Age: 50 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 8/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Recognizing James Anderson, Jr. can be inspiring for students, so I think it's positive.
- I'm glad the post office is engaging in community recognition, but it won't change my postal habits.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 7 |
Student (Compton, California)
Age: 19 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 14/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I'm not particularly affected by the new name, but it seems to mean a lot to some people.
- As long as my packages arrive on time, I'm cool with it.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 6 |
Retired Veteran (Compton, California)
Age: 72 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 6/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Naming it after a fellow veteran is commendable. It honors our service.
- My friends in veterans groups appreciate the recognition.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 7 |
Community Organizer (Compton, California)
Age: 53 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 5/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This is meaningful for our community. Recognition like this helps foster pride.
- It ties into our broader efforts to uplift and celebrate local heroes.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 2 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 3 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 8 |
Postal Service Researcher (San Francisco, California)
Age: 33 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 9
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 12/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This is part of the many symbolic namings USPS undergoes annually.
- I view it as a minor change with local importance.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 9 | 9 |
| Year 2 | 9 | 9 |
| Year 3 | 9 | 9 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 9 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 9 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 9 |
Historian (New York, New York)
Age: 45 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 11/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Naming buildings after notable figures contributes to historical memory.
- I see this as an important step for memorializing local heroes, though not impactful for those far from Compton.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 8 |
Cost Estimates
Year 1: $5000 (Low: $3000, High: $10000)
Year 2: $5000 (Low: $3000, High: $10000)
Year 3: $5000 (Low: $3000, High: $10000)
Year 5: $5000 (Low: $3000, High: $10000)
Year 10: $5000 (Low: $3000, High: $10000)
Year 100: $5000 (Low: $3000, High: $10000)
Key Considerations
- The policy is symbolic and honors PFC James Anderson, Jr., with no substantial financial implications.
- Public perception could change based on the recognition of the individual the facility is named after.
- There could be minor administrative tasks to ensure the name change is correctly reflected in all official records and signage.