As the year marches on, more communities are holding “date meets ZIP” celebrations, marking the once-a-century occasions where the date matches the local ZIP Code.
On Sept. 10, the date aligned with the 91024 ZIP Code used in Sierra Madre, CA, a city of about 11,000 residents in Los Angeles County.
At the local Post Office, employees offered refreshments, souvenir envelopes and an opportunity to meet Postmaster Anna Rodriguez.
“We’re excited and honored to host this rare event,” Rodriguez said. “It recognizes the unique ties between USPS and our community. As outlined in the Delivering for America plan, we are committed to serving the changing needs of our customers for centuries to come.”
Let’s see those smiles
Cleveland, AL — a town of about 1,200 residents in the central part of the state — has a new postmaster: Jartshire Jones-Garrett, who took her oath of office last month.
Jones-Garrett joined USPS as a rural carrier in 2018 before moving into other roles, including customer services supervisor and officer in charge.
“I like seeing the smiles on my customers’ faces every day, knowing the impact that my service plays in their lives,” she said.
Signing up for safety
Employees at Produce Station in Tampa, FL, recently signed up for safety — literally.
They signed a banner that proclaimed: “Be sure to take safety first. We need you!”
The banner, which is now displayed on the workroom floor, is the brainchild of Jonquila Henry, the local customer services manager.
“As a manager, it’s my responsibility to protect my employees and provide a safe workplace,” she said.
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