Bill Overview
Title: To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 609 Portsmouth Avenue in Greenland, New Hampshire, as the "Chief Michael Maloney Post Office Building".
Description: Designates the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 609 Portsmouth Avenue in Greenland, New Hampshire, as the "Chief Michael Maloney Post Office Building."
Sponsors: Rep. Pappas, Chris [D-NH-1]
Target Audience
Population: Individuals residing in Greenland, New Hampshire
Estimated Size: 4300
- This bill primarily impacts individuals in the town of Greenland, New Hampshire, as they are the direct users of the post office.
- The legislation is likely to have sentimental and memorial value to the family, friends, and community connected to Chief Michael Maloney.
- Naming a postal facility does not typically impact the operational aspects of postal services, so the functional usage remains unchanged for postal customers.
- The broader population beyond Greenland is unlikely to be affected by this bill, as it pertains solely to the renaming of a local facility.
Reasoning
- The policy is about renaming a post office, which directly impacts the residents of Greenland, New Hampshire.
- The budget is minimal, suggesting that the policy mainly involves administrative tasks and signage changes, thus having limited physical or service impacts.
- The emotional and sentimental impact may vary. Those connected to Chief Maloney may feel a strong positive impact, while others may be indifferent.
- Operational functions of the post office remain unchanged, so users' daily tasks and services will experience no functional difference.
- Cantril well-being scores are unlikely to see large changes as the policy involves naming rather than altering services, but individual sentiments might add minor adjustments.
- It's a localized policy affecting primarily Greenland, thus outside impacts on the national scale or even statewide are negligible.
Simulated Interviews
retired police officer (Greenland, NH)
Age: 55 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 5/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Honoring Chief Maloney keeps his spirit alive in our community.
- The renaming is more than just a sign; it's a reminder of his sacrifice.
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 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 7 |
school teacher (Greenland, NH)
Age: 42 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 10/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It's a fitting tribute to a local hero.
- I appreciate the recognition of community figures.
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 |
postal worker (Greenland, NH)
Age: 35 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 7/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The name change doesn't affect my daily work.
- I'm neutral about the policy as it doesn't change my job.
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 (Portsmouth, NH)
Age: 27 | Gender: other
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 15/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It seems like a nice gesture, but I'm not directly affected.
- I hope the residents feel it's a meaningful tribute.
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 nurse (Greenland, NH)
Age: 62 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 15.0 years
Commonness: 6/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It's a respectable recognition that honors our community roots.
- Though it doesn't impact services, it boosts local pride.
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 | 7 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 8 |
software engineer (Greenland, NH)
Age: 30 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 9/20
Statement of Opinion:
- A thoughtful gesture but doesn't affect me personally.
- I hope the community finds it meaningful.
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 | 6 | 7 |
local business owner (Greenland, NH)
Age: 40 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 12.0 years
Commonness: 12/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Naming the post office is a nice commemoration of local heroes.
- It's more symbolic, not affecting business directly.
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 | 6 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 7 |
mechanic (Greenland, NH)
Age: 48 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 10/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I don't really care much about this change.
- It won't impact my life or work.
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 (Dover, NH)
Age: 24 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 2.0 years
Commonness: 14/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I'm not influenced directly but it's nice for history.
- I think it's important to honor past leaders in tangible ways.
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 |
historian (Greenland, NH)
Age: 60 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 6/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It's a great step towards acknowledging our past.
- Encourages historical awareness and community pride.
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 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 6 |
Cost Estimates
Year 1: $5000 (Low: $4000, High: $6000)
Year 2: $1000 (Low: $800, High: $1200)
Year 3: $1000 (Low: $800, High: $1200)
Year 5: $1000 (Low: $800, High: $1200)
Year 10: $1000 (Low: $800, High: $1200)
Year 100: $1000 (Low: $800, High: $1200)
Key Considerations
- The logistical costs involved in renaming the facility, such as updating signage and internal systems, are minor and typically brushed aside into routine maintenance costs.
- The primary function of the post office does not change, so there is no expected disruption to mailing services.
- Community impact is more sentimental in celebrating the memory of Chief Michael Maloney, rather than operational or economic.