Bill Overview
Title: To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 4110 Bluebonnet Drive in Stafford, Texas, as the "Leonard Scarcella Post Office Building".
Description: This act designates the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 4110 Bluebonnet Drive in Stafford, Texas, as the Leonard Scarcella Post Office Building.
Sponsors: Rep. Green, Al [D-TX-9]
Target Audience
Population: People in Stafford, Texas, particularly those connected to the local postal facility
Estimated Size: 1000
- The bill specifically refers to the renaming of a single postal facility located in Stafford, Texas.
- Such naming legislation typically doesn't have substantial direct impacts on a broad population's wellbeing but can have cultural or symbolic significance.
- Leonard Scarcella was a longtime mayor of Stafford, Texas, suggesting the renaming could have local community relevance.
Reasoning
- The renaming of a postal facility typically has low direct impact on individual wellbeing as it doesn't change the service or accessibility of the postal system.
- For local residents who have personal or symbolic connection to Leonard Scarcella, there might be a minor positive impact on their wellbeing due to the recognition of a familiar and respected figure.
- Given the budgetary constraints, the cost of implementation is low and is likely restricted to administrative changes, so no significant economic impact is anticipated.
- The policy primarily affects people living in Stafford, Texas, particularly those with connections to Leonard Scarcella, either personally or through community involvement.
- A few respondents might have strong opinions either in favor due to community connection or opposed due to differing views on public figures.
Simulated Interviews
Postal worker (Stafford, Texas)
Age: 45 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 1.0 years
Commonness: 4/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I think it's nice that they are naming the post office after Leonard Scarcella. He did a lot for our town.
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 |
Teacher (Stafford, Texas)
Age: 30 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 1.0 years
Commonness: 6/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I'm proud that the post office is being named after someone who contributed so much to our community.
- It's a small gesture, but it means something to those of us who remember Leonard.
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 (Stafford, Texas)
Age: 67 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 1.0 years
Commonness: 3/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Leonard was a good friend and it's touching to see him remembered this way.
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 |
College student (Stafford, Texas)
Age: 22 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 8/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I don't really see how this impacts my life directly.
- It's symbolic but doesn't change much for me personally.
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 |
Small business owner (Stafford, Texas)
Age: 55 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 5/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Leonard Scarcella has been a fixture in this community for as long as I can remember.
- It's nice, but the name of the post office doesn't affect my business or my life much.
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 |
Journalist (Houston, Texas)
Age: 40 | Gender: other
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 6/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This kind of renaming is a meaningful gesture to the local community, though it doesn't have any real impact on my wellbeing.
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 |
Software developer (Sugar Land, Texas)
Age: 28 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 7/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I use the post office frequently, but the name change doesn't affect its services.
- It's a nice touch for those who knew Leonard.
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 |
Community activist (Stafford, Texas)
Age: 34 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 1.0 years
Commonness: 4/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Renaming it after Leonard Scarcella honors our local history.
- It's important for symbolic reasons, though doesn't impact my day-to-day wellbeing.
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 engineer (Katy, Texas)
Age: 64 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 5/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I was unaware of who Leonard Scarcella was, so the name change doesn't mean much to 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 |
Municipal employee (Stafford, Texas)
Age: 50 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 1.0 years
Commonness: 3/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Leonard was a key figure in our city's development, and this honor is well-deserved.
- However, it doesn't change my daily life.
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: $1000 (Low: $500, High: $2500)
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 renaming is primarily a symbolic gesture with significant cultural value, especially to the local community.
- There are minimal direct financial implications associated with this action.
- Leonard Scarcella's significance as a local figure might enhance community pride or historical recognition.