Bill Overview
Title: To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 123 East Main Street, in Vergas, Minnesota, as the "Jon Glawe Post Office".
Description: This act designates the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 123 East Main Street, in Vergas, Minnesota, as the Jon Glawe Post Office.
Sponsors: Rep. Fischbach, Michelle [R-MN-7]
Target Audience
Population: Residents and postal workers at the United States Postal Service facility in Vergas, Minnesota
Estimated Size: 450
- This bill primarily affects the postal facility located at 123 East Main Street in Vergas, Minnesota.
- Residents of Vergas, Minnesota, who use this postal facility will be impacted as the facility receives a new designation.
- The impact is largely nominal and ceremonial as it involves naming a USPS facility.
- Postal workers at the affected facility might be impacted due to changes in formal communication or signage.
Reasoning
- The policy will mainly affect a small community in Vergas, Minnesota.
- Given the policy's budget constraints and ceremonial nature, the primary impact is likely to be symbolic for most residents.
- The policy might affect postal workers slightly due to changes in signage and formal communication, but these effects are expected to be minimal.
- Considering the entire population of Vergas is around 450 people, the specific impact on wellbeing is expected to be low and predominantly related to community pride or acknowledgement.
- We included a range of interviewees with an emphasis on those directly using the postal service facility or affiliated with it in some way.
Simulated Interviews
Retired school teacher (Vergas, Minnesota)
Age: 68 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 1.0 years
Commonness: 16/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I think it's a nice gesture to honor someone from our community.
- This doesn't change much in my daily life, but I'm proud to see our town recognized.
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 (Vergas, Minnesota)
Age: 34 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 1.0 years
Commonness: 8/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I'm honored to be working at a post office named after someone from the community.
- Not much will change in terms of my work duties.
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 |
Marketing Specialist (Fargo, North Dakota)
Age: 25 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 3/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I think it's nice for the Vergas town. Personally, it doesn't impact me.
- I hope it brings some community spirit.
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 |
Local business owner (Vergas, Minnesota)
Age: 45 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 1.0 years
Commonness: 10/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It’s a pleasant change seeing a local name on the post office.
- Hopefully, it encourages more community 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 |
Post office manager (Vergas, Minnesota)
Age: 59 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 1.0 years
Commonness: 5/20
Statement of Opinion:
- There’s no operational change, but it’s nice to have recognition.
- Makes the workplace feel special for a moment.
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 farmer (Vergas, Minnesota)
Age: 72 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 1.0 years
Commonness: 12/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It’s a respectful gesture, but life goes on as usual.
- Nice to see local honors being given.
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 |
School teacher (Detroit Lakes, Minnesota)
Age: 30 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 6/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It's great for Vergas, but it doesn't impact me directly.
- I’m glad to see the recognition for smaller communities.
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 |
Town council member (Vergas, Minnesota)
Age: 50 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 1.0 years
Commonness: 4/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I advocated for this bill, so it’s fulfilling to see it pass.
- Symbolic changes help bolster our community’s morale.
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 |
Part-time librarian (Vergas, Minnesota)
Age: 38 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 1.0 years
Commonness: 9/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Noticed some changes in signage but it’s all part of the routine.
- A nice touch to our community’s story.
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 |
College student (Vergas, Minnesota)
Age: 27 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 1.0 years
Commonness: 7/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I enjoy seeing local figures being recognized.
- While it doesn't change much, it’s something I can tell my friends about from back home.
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 |
Cost Estimates
Year 1: $5000 (Low: $4000, High: $6000)
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 process involves signage and documentation costs.
- Impact on postal services is nominal and does not require additional staffing or operational changes.