Bill Overview
Title: To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 10 Broadway Street West, in Akeley, Minnesota, as the "Neal Kenneth Todd Post Office".
Description: This act designates the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 10 Broadway Street West, in Akeley, Minnesota, as the Neal Kenneth Todd Post Office.
Sponsors: Rep. Stauber, Pete [R-MN-8]
Target Audience
Population: People using the Akeley, Minnesota USPS facility
Estimated Size: 432
- The bill involves the renaming of a local United States Postal Service facility, which directly impacts the postal service operations in Akeley, Minnesota.
- Local residents who use the Akeley postal office will notice the change in name and thus are indirectly impacted.
- Neal Kenneth Todd could be a figure of importance in the region and so the renaming might hold ceremonial importance but does not impact daily lives directly.
- Other USPS employees, postal service customers outside Akeley, and any national operations remain unaffected.
Reasoning
- The policy in question is a renaming of a postal facility in Akeley, Minnesota. This action is largely symbolic and likely holds emotional or sentimental value to residents who knew Neal Kenneth Todd or value his contribution to the community.
- Since it is a name change only and doesn't introduce or remove services, it will not have a significant impact on daily activities or wellbeing metrics of most people.
- The policy affects only a small, localized population, making it unlikely that there will be measurable impacts on wellbeing for most individuals across the country.
- It is expected to have a neutral direct impact on most people, possibly providing a slight positive boost in civic pride or community identity for those who have a connection to Neal Kenneth Todd.
- Considering the small scale of the budget, it shows the change is minimal without infrastructure impact, focusing solely on administrative changes.
Simulated Interviews
retired (Akeley, Minnesota)
Age: 65 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 8/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I think naming the post office after Neal Kenneth Todd is a nice gesture. He was a good man, and it's a fitting tribute.
- I use the post office regularly, and while this change doesn't affect its services, it's nice to see recognition for someone who contributed to our community.
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 worker (Bemidji, Minnesota)
Age: 32 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 5/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I'm not directly affected by the name change, but it's always good to see such community decisions honored.
- The daily work remains unchanged, and it doesn't impact my duties or services we provide.
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 (Akeley, Minnesota)
Age: 50 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 2.0 years
Commonness: 3/20
Statement of Opinion:
- As a local business owner, any local change does attract attention, but this move is more sentimental than anything else.
- I don't expect any business impact from this change. Neal was well-loved, so it brings a small boost in community spirit, perhaps.
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 |
software engineer (Minneapolis, Minnesota)
Age: 28 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 10/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I rarely use the Akeley post office and so I'm unaffected by this change.
- I see this as a positive community move but personally, it doesn't change anything for me.
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 |
teacher (Akeley, Minnesota)
Age: 40 | Gender: other
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 5/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This change to honor Mr. Todd is nice for those of us who knew him from the past.
- Students might get curious about the name and learn more about local history, which is a small educational bonus.
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 |
college student (Walker, Minnesota)
Age: 19 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 6/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I don’t visit the post office often, so this change doesn't affect my day-to-day.
- It’s good to know that Neal Kenneth Todd is being honored since I've heard my family talk about him.
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 |
marketing specialist (St. Paul, Minnesota)
Age: 30 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 15/20
Statement of Opinion:
- As someone living in St. Paul, this doesn’t impact me at all.
- I think these kinds of local changes are nice, though, for the communities involved.
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 historian (Akeley, Minnesota)
Age: 72 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 1/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Neal had a significant impact on our town, and this recognition solidifies his legacy in our community.
- While there is no material change, the sentiment is quite valuable to those who remember him fondly.
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 |
freelancer (Duluth, Minnesota)
Age: 45 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 12/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I'm neutral since I hardly use the Akeley post office. These changes don't really affect my work or life.
- I appreciate the honoring of individuals through infrastructure, though, it’s a positive community act.
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 |
postal service clerk (Akeley, Minnesota)
Age: 52 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 15.0 years
Commonness: 3/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It is an honor to change the name to recognize Neal. As someone working here, I feel proud of the tribute.
- There's no change in my duties or how we operate.
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: $7000)
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
- This bill is mostly symbolic and will not significantly alter USPS operations or costs.
- The fiscal impact on the national budget is minimal and primarily involves minor costs for signage changes.
- No changes in USPS service provision, postal rates, or employment are needed due to this naming act.