Bill Overview
Title: A bill to designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 404 U.S. Highway 41 North in Baraga, Michigan, as the "Cora Reynolds Anderson Post Office".
Description: This act designates the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 404 U.S. Highway 41 North in Baraga, Michigan, as the Cora Reynolds Anderson Post Office.
Sponsors: Sen. Peters, Gary C. [D-MI]
Target Audience
Population: Individuals in Baraga, Michigan, directly interacting with the postal office
Estimated Size: 1800
- The bill is designating a postal facility name in Baraga, Michigan.
- Such a naming act usually impacts the local community directly where the facility is located.
- U.S Postal Service employees working in the designated facility might feel increased pride or motivation.
- Local residents might feel a sense of historical or cultural acknowledgment through the renaming.
- Visitors or people sending mail to the area may need to note the name change in their correspondence or system updates.
Reasoning
- Given the limited financial impact and focus on a name change, the primary group affected will be the local residents, postal workers, and perhaps visitors in Baraga, Michigan.
- The cost limit implies that no large-scale advertising or outreach is associated with this change; thus, exposure will be largely organic through local interaction.
- The primary structural and emotional impact would likely be cultural or personal, increasing local pride or acknowledging local history.
- Given the scale and nature of the policy, much of the U.S. population would remain unaffected.
Simulated Interviews
retired (Baraga, Michigan)
Age: 64 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 8/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I value anything that keeps our history alive.
- The name change is a nice way to honor someone from our area.
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 (Baraga, Michigan)
Age: 43 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 5/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It's a small change but makes me feel proud to work at a place that honors someone significant.
- Not many will notice, but it matters to some of us in the community.
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 | 7 | 6 |
teacher (Baraga, Michigan)
Age: 51 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 7/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It's a great educational opportunity for students to learn about Cora Reynolds Anderson.
- The name change could be used to inspire local pride among the youth.
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 |
event planner (Houghton, Michigan)
Age: 30 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 10/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It seems nice, but it won't affect me much day-to-day.
- I think it's good for Baraga's image.
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 |
journalist (Marquette, Michigan)
Age: 37 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 12/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It's a story I need to cover, but it doesn't change much for me personally.
- These things are nice symbolic gestures but don't alter daily life.
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 |
retired postal worker (Baraga, Michigan)
Age: 72 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 7/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Naming it after Cora Reynolds Anderson adds a special touch of history I appreciate.
- Feels like a good nod to our culture.
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 (Baraga, Michigan)
Age: 25 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 6/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It's another reminder of how our history is valued.
- Makes me proud of where I come from.
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 business owner (Baraga, Michigan)
Age: 58 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 3.0 years
Commonness: 9/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It's a decent community gesture, though it doesn't influence my business.
- Naming things locally helps people feel seen.
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 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 6 |
regional delivery driver (Calumet, Michigan)
Age: 46 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 1.0 years
Commonness: 8/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I visit there quite often, so I'll catch the name change.
- It won't change much for my work, but it's a nice way to honor local history.
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 |
community historian (Baraga, Michigan)
Age: 69 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 6/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I like how this change reflects our town's history in everyday life.
- Helps educate others about our local leaders from the past.
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 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 7 |
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 requires updating postal records and signs but incurs minimal costs.
- Local community members might perceive a positive social impact from the facility's renaming.