Bill Overview
Title: To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 275 Penn Avenue in Salem, Ohio, as the "Howard Arthur Tibbs Post Office".
Description: This act designates the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 275 Penn Avenue in Salem, Ohio, as the Howard Arthur Tibbs Post Office.
Sponsors: Rep. Johnson, Bill [R-OH-6]
Target Audience
Population: People in Salem, Ohio
Estimated Size: 13000
- The bill pertains specifically to a single postal facility located in Salem, Ohio.
- Changing the name of a post office is unlikely to have a broad or direct impact on a large population in terms of services or operations.
- The name change honors Howard Arthur Tibbs, so it may affect communities or individuals connected to him, potentially on an emotional or respectful level.
Reasoning
- The policy concerns the renaming of a single postal facility, which suggests a limited direct impact in terms of operations or services. The budget further limits any potential infrastructural changes, focusing primarily on ceremonial costs associated with changing a sign.
- Given the targeted population is essentially the city of Salem, Ohio, which is a small city, the immediate effects would likely be felt on a more personal level for those who either knew Howard Arthur Tibbs or for those actively engaged with the post office.
- For individuals with a connection to Tibbs, there may be a notable emotional or symbolic impact associated with honoring his legacy; for others, this change might not have any perceivable effect.
- The interviews should reflect a range of these impacts—some individuals feeling strongly about the recognition, while others remain indifferent.
- Population size and budget constraints suggest that changes are nominal and predominantly ceremonial, not affecting broader community well-being in terms of economic or social gains.
Simulated Interviews
Retired military veteran (Salem, Ohio)
Age: 67 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 2/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I knew Howard personally and am delighted by this naming honor. It means a great deal to me and our fellow service members.
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 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 8 |
Postal Worker (Salem, Ohio)
Age: 34 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 3/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It's a nice gesture but doesn't really change my day-to-day work life. It's good for community morale.
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 |
Small Business Owner (Salem, Ohio)
Age: 49 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 4/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The name change doesn't affect my business, but it's a respectful gesture nonetheless.
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 |
Local Activist (Salem, Ohio)
Age: 28 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 5/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This helps in preserving our local history and honoring important figures like Tibbs.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 5 | 5 |
Teacher (Salem, Ohio)
Age: 52 | Gender: other
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 7.0 years
Commonness: 3/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I see it as an educational opportunity to talk about Tibbs and his contributions.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 6 |
College Student (Cleveland, Ohio)
Age: 23 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 10/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I don't see this impacting me directly since I'm rarely in Salem.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 5 | 5 |
Delivery Driver (Youngstown, Ohio)
Age: 41 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 8/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I use various post offices, so this change won't affect my work.
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 (Salem, Ohio)
Age: 62 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 3.0 years
Commonness: 6/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I appreciate the tribute, though it doesn't impact me personally.
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 Government Employee (Salem, Ohio)
Age: 30 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 4/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It's a way to honor an esteemed member of our community that doesn't require much from taxpayers.
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 |
Local Historian (Salem, Ohio)
Age: 55 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 15.0 years
Commonness: 2/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This helps in leaving a historical legacy and it's important for future generations to recognize such contributions.
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 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 7 |
Cost Estimates
Year 1: $3000 (Low: $2000, High: $4000)
Year 2: $0 (Low: $0, High: $0)
Year 3: $0 (Low: $0, High: $0)
Year 5: $0 (Low: $0, High: $0)
Year 10: $0 (Low: $0, High: $0)
Year 100: $0 (Low: $0, High: $0)
Key Considerations
- The main cost component for this policy stems from changing signage and updating records.
- Public recognition or sentiment towards Howard Arthur Tibbs could be positively impacted, though there are no monetary costs or savings from such an effect.
- Ensuring minimal disruption during the signage change is crucial for continuous postal service.