Bill Overview
Title: A bill to designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 100 South 1st Street in Minneapolis, Minnesota, as the "Martin Olav Sabo Post Office".
Description: Designates the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 100 South 1st Street in Minneapolis, Minnesota, as the "Martin Olav Sabo Post Office."
Sponsors: Sen. Klobuchar, Amy [D-MN]
Target Audience
Population: Residents of Minneapolis, Minnesota
Estimated Size: 500000
- The bill is local, affecting only the naming of a specific USPS facility.
- The post office in question is located in Minneapolis, MN, which primarily serves the Minneapolis community.
- While the name change is symbolic and does not affect the postal services directly, it may impact individuals who have a personal connection to Martin Olav Sabo.
- The renaming might be of particular significance to the residents of Minneapolis who have an interest in the legacy of Martin Olav Sabo, possibly impacting their sense of community heritage and pride.
Reasoning
- The policy is concerning the renaming of a post office, which is a symbolic act. Its direct impact is likely limited to those with personal, civic, or historical interest in Martin Olav Sabo and the community of Minneapolis, MN.
- The budget is very small ($5,000 USD spread over 10 years), reflecting the minimal administrative and material costs associated with the renaming process itself.
- The practical impact on postal services or day-to-day activities at the post office will be negligible. However, the symbolic recognition may improve civic pride and community engagement for some residents.
- Given that the estimated population affected directly is around 500,000 (the population of Minneapolis), only a subset who have a connection or interest in Martin Olav Sabo is likely to be meaningfully impacted.
- Cantril wellbeing scores are unlikely to change dramatically in the short term due to this policy, but slight improvements could be observed in the long-term sense of community pride.
Simulated Interviews
teacher (Minneapolis, MN)
Age: 52 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 10/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I'm glad to see Martin Olav Sabo being honored. It's important to recognize impactful local leaders.
- It makes me feel a bit more connected to our 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 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 7 |
postal worker (St. Paul, MN)
Age: 35 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 15/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I think it's nice to recognize someone who did a lot for our state.
- It won't change my daily work, but it's good publicity.
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 |
university student (Minneapolis, MN)
Age: 27 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 1.0 years
Commonness: 12/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This is a nice gesture, but I believe broader policies for social welfare are more important.
- I wasn't directly aware of Martin Olav Sabo's contributions.
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 |
retired (Minneapolis, MN)
Age: 65 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 7/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Martin was a good man. He deserves this honor.
- Seeing his name there will remind me of the positive changes he fought for.
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 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 8 |
small business owner (Minneapolis, MN)
Age: 43 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 12/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It’s a thoughtful dedication, but as a business owner, this doesn’t affect me much.
- It might attract some attention to this area - that’s a plus.
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 |
historian (Minneapolis, MN)
Age: 50 | Gender: other
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 5/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Naming the post office after Sabo is a significant step in honoring local heroes.
- It adds to the archival story of our city, which is important for future generations.
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 | 8 | 6 |
retired (Bloomington, MN)
Age: 72 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 8/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It's great to see figures like Sabo getting recognition — it's overdue.
- It may not change much practically, but it feels good.
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 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 7 |
nurse (Minneapolis, MN)
Age: 29 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 15/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I don’t have a strong opinion either way. It's a post office.
- Heard Sabo did some great things, but I’m more focused on healthcare issues.
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 (Minnesota)
Age: 38 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 1.0 years
Commonness: 9/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This is newsworthy and might draw a bit of attention to Sabo's legacy.
- Personally, it won't change much for me.
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 |
IT consultant (Minneapolis, MN)
Age: 44 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 14/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This doesn’t affect my work or life much at all.
- It’s just a name change; I rarely visit post offices anymore.
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 |
Cost Estimates
Year 1: $5000 (Low: $1000, High: $10000)
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 primary financial consideration is the one-time administrative cost of implementing the name change.
- There are no ongoing costs associated with the renaming of a postal facility.