Bill Overview
Title: To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 66 Meserole Avenue in Brooklyn, New York, as the Joseph R. Lentol Post Office.
Description: This bill designates the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 66 Meserole Avenue in Brooklyn, New York, as the Joseph R. Lentol Post Office.
Sponsors: Rep. Maloney, Carolyn B. [D-NY-12]
Target Audience
Population: People using or connected to the US Postal Service at 66 Meserole Avenue, Brooklyn, New York
Estimated Size: 8000
- The renaming of a post office typically impacts the local community where the post office is located, as it can carry historical or personal significance.
- Joseph R. Lentol served as a New York State Assemblyman, representing the community for many years, and thus local residents who knew of his work might feel a personal connection.
- People using the post office for mailing services will see the new name in use, though their functionality will not otherwise change.
- Residents of Brooklyn, especially those familiar with local politics or history, may have a heightened interest in this change.
Reasoning
- The impact of renaming a post office is primarily symbolic, with the most direct effects on the local community who interact with the post office.
- Most impacts will be experienced in terms of community pride or identity, especially among those who knew of Joseph R. Lentol or take interest in local politics.
- Renaming does not change the postal services offered, hence practical impacts are negligible.
- The policy budget is minor, suggesting limited physical changes like new signage, therefore effects are largely non-economic and intangible.
- Given the location in Brooklyn, New York, the dense urban population may have higher engagement with public facilities, thus more individuals may notice the change.
Simulated Interviews
local business owner (Brooklyn, New York)
Age: 45 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 8/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I appreciate the recognition of Joseph R. Lentol.
- A post office is an important local institution, so naming it after someone who served the community makes sense.
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 |
teacher (Brooklyn, New York)
Age: 30 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 12/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It’s nice to see local leaders being honored.
- I suppose it might inspire some students who learn about him.
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 (Brooklyn, New York)
Age: 65 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 15.0 years
Commonness: 5/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It's a wonderful way to remember his contributions.
- I love how our history is being preserved through place names.
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 |
postal worker (Brooklyn, New York)
Age: 55 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 6/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This change doesn’t affect my job, but it’s a nice nod to a good man.
- I guess it adds a bit of prestige to our post office.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 6 |
college student (New York City, New York)
Age: 22 | Gender: other
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 10/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It's interesting to see how individuals are memorialized.
- I imagine people who are familiar with local history will appreciate it more.
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 |
graphic designer (Brooklyn, New York)
Age: 40 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 14/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I’m not sure how this impacts me directly.
- It's just a name change, right?
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 |
retired (Queens, New York)
Age: 60 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 9/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Joseph R. Lentol was a respected figure.
- It’s nice to have that acknowledged, but it doesn't change my day-to-day.
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 |
community organizer (Brooklyn, New York)
Age: 50 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 7/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It feels great to see community leaders recognized.
- This might help preserve his legacy and encourage civic engagement.
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 |
tech startup employee (Brooklyn, New York)
Age: 28 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 15/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I didn’t know who Joseph R. Lentol was, but good for the community I guess.
- It's just a name change really; life goes on.
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 |
nurse (Brooklyn, New York)
Age: 35 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 11/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It does make me curious about local history.
- Hopefully, the post office runs as smoothly as always.
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 |
Cost Estimates
Year 1: $5000 (Low: $3000, High: $10000)
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 consideration involves the sentimental impact on the local community rather than a financial or economic one.
- The costs are limited to initial changes in signage and paperwork, with no anticipated ongoing expenses.
- There are no expected savings or revenue impacts.
- The broader economic effects, including impacts on GDP and employment, are negligible.