Bill Overview
Title: To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 79125 Corporate Centre Drive in La Quinta, California, as the "Corporal Hunter Lopez Memorial Post Office Building".
Description: Designates the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 79125 Corporate Centre Drive in La Quinta, California, as the "Corporal Hunter Lopez Memorial Post Office Building."
Sponsors: Rep. Ruiz, Raul [D-CA-36]
Target Audience
Population: People who use the La Quinta post office
Estimated Size: 41000
- The bill is a designation of a postal facility in a specific location, La Quinta, California.
- The direct impact is limited to the community that uses this postal facility.
- The name change is in honor of Corporal Hunter Lopez, which may have symbolic significance, particularly to his family, friends, and possibly the local community.
- The general public that comes into contact with this postal facility may gain a moment of reflection or awareness about Corporal Hunter Lopez.
- The number of people 'using' or 'affected by visiting' a post office in a small city like La Quinta might not be very large.
Reasoning
- The policy affects only the USPS facility in La Quinta, California, and the people who interact with it. The named designation may hold symbolic significance for those acquainted with Corporal Hunter Lopez or those aware of his service.
- Given the limited geographical scope of the post office affected, the impact on individual wellbeing is expected to be largely symbolic and emotional rather than practical.
- The budget constraints suggest that the primary costs might involve sign changes and administrative updates, rather than any broad service or structural changes.
- Since the policy has mostly symbolic impact rather than material benefits or detriments, it is unlikely to produce significant changes in Cantril wellbeing scores, except perhaps in those personally connected to Corporal Lopez.
- The population most influenced would be regular users of the La Quinta post office, and perhaps those residing in La Quinta who take pride in this form of local commemoration.
Simulated Interviews
Postal worker (La Quinta, CA)
Age: 33 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 2.0 years
Commonness: 5/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I'm proud that our facility will honor Corporal Hunter Lopez. He is a local hero, and this keeps his memory alive.
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 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 7 |
Retired (Palm Desert, CA)
Age: 55 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 1.0 years
Commonness: 8/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I think it's nice. Not everyone knows who he is, but it's a good tribute for the locals who remember him.
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 (La Quinta, CA)
Age: 29 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 3.0 years
Commonness: 4/20
Statement of Opinion:
- One of my students actually was related to Corporal Lopez. This is good for local education.
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 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 8 |
Business Owner (Indio, CA)
Age: 43 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 9/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It's a nice thing to do. Doesn't really change much for my business, but it feels respectful.
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 |
Volunteer Coordinator (La Quinta, CA)
Age: 68 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 2.0 years
Commonness: 6/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I work closely with veterans. The gesture is small but meaningful for those who knew him.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 6 |
College Student (La Quinta, CA)
Age: 24 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 3.0 years
Commonness: 7/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I had heard of Hunter Lopez’s bravery and dedication. This is a meaningful step for our town.
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 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 8 |
Police Officer (La Quinta, CA)
Age: 47 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 3/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It feels right for the area, especially for those of us who knew of his sacrifice.
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 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 6 |
Nurse (La Quinta, CA)
Age: 38 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 1.0 years
Commonness: 7/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Naming it after a local hero brings some positivity to daily errands.
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 |
Barista (La Quinta, CA)
Age: 22 | Gender: other
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 10/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I don't use the post office much, but it's good to remember someone who served.
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 |
Non-profit Manager (Coachella, CA)
Age: 30 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 1.0 years
Commonness: 8/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It will make the post office feel more connected to the community's history.
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: $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 main expense will come from sign alterations and administrative updates.
- Community perception and morale benefit cannot be quantified financially.
- This bill does not call for construction or large-scale physical changes.