Bill Overview
Title: To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 40 Fulton Street in Middletown, New York, as the "Benjamin A. Gilman Post Office Building".
Description: This bill designates the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 40 Fulton Street in Middletown, New York, as the Benjamin A. Gilman Post Office Building.
Sponsors: Rep. Maloney, Sean Patrick [D-NY-18]
Target Audience
Population: Residents of Middletown, New York
Estimated Size: 30000
- The bill concerns the renaming of a single United States Postal Service facility.
- This renaming does not impact the operational functionality or services of the USPS facility.
- Affected individuals are likely those associated with the local community in Middletown, New York.
- Benjamin A. Gilman was a U.S. representative, and individuals with an interest in his legacy might be indirectly affected by the recognition this bill entails.
Reasoning
- The policy affects a very localized area, and is unlikely to have significant impacts beyond the symbolic recognition of a figure tied to the area.
- Most residents of Middletown will not experience noticeable changes in their day-to-day lives, although some may feel a sense of community pride.
- Utilization of Postal Service facilities will largely remain unaffected, as operational practices are not altered by this policy.
- The budget is minimal, relating mostly to the cost of renaming and potential commemorative signage, and might support a small community ceremony or educational materials about Benjamin A. Gilman.
Simulated Interviews
Teacher (Middletown, NY)
Age: 45 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 2.0 years
Commonness: 5/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I'm glad to see our local history being recognized. Naming the post office after Benjamin A. Gilman is a nice tribute.
- I don't expect any changes to my wellbeing from this, but it's a positive move for community pride.
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 (Middletown, NY)
Age: 60 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 10/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It's nice that the building where I've worked for many years is getting this recognition – it feels like we're part of history.
- There won't be much change day-to-day, just a different name on the building.
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 |
Small Business Owner (Middletown, NY)
Age: 30 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 1.0 years
Commonness: 6/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I hope this brings a little more foot traffic to the area, but I doubt it will make much difference.
- It's good to acknowledge local figures, but it's more ceremonial than impactful.
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 (Middletown, NY)
Age: 48 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 8/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Benjamin Gilman served in Congress for years. Nice to see him honored but it's just a name really.
- My life's steady as is, so I expect no changes.
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 (Middletown, NY)
Age: 22 | Gender: other
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 4/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It’s a neat homage to someone of importance to the area’s history, but practically it means little.
- This doesn't affect my daily life or studies in any meaningful way.
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 Historian (Middletown, NY)
Age: 35 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 3/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Honoring Benjamin Gilman is significant. This provides an opportunity to educate others on his contributions.
- Overall, it’s uplifting for local history buffs like myself.
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 Organizer (Middletown, NY)
Age: 50 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 2.0 years
Commonness: 7/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I'm planning a small event around the renaming to engage the community.
- It's a positive touch but won't change anyone's life significantly.
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 |
Office Worker (Middletown, NY)
Age: 40 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 9/20
Statement of Opinion:
- These kinds of recognitions are okay, but they don't affect my daily routine or sense of wellbeing.
- Life goes on regardless of the post office name – it’s more a curiosity than anything else.
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 |
Digital Marketer (Middletown, NY)
Age: 25 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 5/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I’m mostly focused on my job and career; these kinds of changes are nice but don’t impact me.
- There might be some community events around it, which are okay to attend out of interest.
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 (Middletown, NY)
Age: 67 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 6/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I remember when Gilman was in office – he did good work.
- This renaming honors his memory but won’t affect my daily life.
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 |
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
- The renaming process will involve minimal administrative costs.
- There are no significant economic impacts from this designation.