Bill Overview
Title: To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 1801 Town and Country Drive in Norco, California, as the "Lance Corporal Kareem Nikoui Memorial Post Office Building".
Description: This bill designates the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 1801 Town and Country Drive in Norco, California, as the Lance Corporal Kareem Nikoui Memorial Post Office Building.
Sponsors: Rep. Calvert, Ken [R-CA-42]
Target Audience
Population: People in the Norco, California community
Estimated Size: 27000
- The bill is about designating a post office building in Norco, California.
- Local residents who use the postal facility might have a heightened sense of community pride or a feeling of respect toward the memory of Lance Corporal Kareem Nikoui.
- The family members and friends of Lance Corporal Kareem Nikoui can be directly impacted by this memorial naming as a way of honoring his memory.
- The local community of Norco might feel more connected through the shared honor bestowed upon a fallen soldier.
Reasoning
- The policy focuses on renaming a local postal facility, which has minimal financial impact but significant symbolic resonance.
- The policy's impact is primarily emotional and psychological for the Norco community, particularly those connected to Lance Corporal Kareem Nikoui.
- The budget constraints are not a significant factor due to the nature of the policy, which involves nominal operational adjustments.
- The primary target group is the Norco community, with potential ripple effects on broader sentiments regarding military honor and memorials.
- The wellbeing impact is likely highest among those who value memorials or have ties to military families.
Simulated Interviews
Local Business Owner (Norco, California)
Age: 45 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 15/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I think renaming the post office is a fitting tribute to Lance Corporal Kareem, and it reminds us of the sacrifices made by service members.
- I don't know if it will affect my daily life much, but it's a nice gesture for the community.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 6 |
High School Student (Norco, California)
Age: 18 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 12/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It's inspiring to see a local hero honored this way.
- I feel more connected to the sacrifices that people make for our country.
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 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 6 |
Retired (Norco, California)
Age: 62 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 15.0 years
Commonness: 10/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It's comforting to know that our community values the memory of someone who served, like my grandson who is also in the marines.
- I think it brings a sense of honor and respect to Norco.
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 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 4 |
Postal Worker (Riverside, California)
Age: 35 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 14/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The name change is symbolic but doesn't affect day-to-day operations at the post office.
- It's something nice for the community and those who knew 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 |
Graphic Designer (Norco, California)
Age: 28 | Gender: other
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 15/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I think it's great whenever our community recognizes local heroes.
- Even if it doesn't change much, it's a positive move.
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 | 6 | 5 |
Teacher (Norco, California)
Age: 50 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 13/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Naming the post office after someone from our community will be educational for my students.
- It's a reminder of the services and sacrifices made by community members.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 6 |
Stay-at-home Mom (Norco, California)
Age: 39 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 11/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This is a beautiful way for our town to remember a hero.
- It reminds me of my brother and his contributions to the Navy.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 5 | 5 |
College Student (Norco, California)
Age: 23 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 15.0 years
Commonness: 14/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It's nice to see local homage to military personnel.
- While it won't change much on a grand scale, it shows local respect and pride.
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 (Norco, California)
Age: 59 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 14/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Having the post office named after a community member is something that can bring us together.
- I appreciate the focus on community heroes.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 5 |
Retired Veteran (Corona, California)
Age: 70 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 9/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This dedication is a powerful reminder of the service of many brave soldiers.
- It's especially meaningful as a veteran to see a post office honor one of our own.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 2 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 7 |
Cost Estimates
Year 1: $1000 (Low: $500, High: $1500)
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 primary cost involves signage and ceremonial expenses, estimated between $500 to $1,500.
- Projects of this nature carry little financial risk or complexity; thus, they are low burden activities for handling agencies like USPS.