Last week, Link ran a series of articles highlighting USPS Ethics Awareness Week, the Postal Service’s annual campaign highlighting the importance of working with integrity.
We explored topics such as the sanctity of the mail and ethics rules surrounding postal property, second jobs and nepotism.
We also brought you stories of stand-up employees such as David Pacileo, a USPS asset management finance and analytics manager who will be celebrating a 10-year “kidneyversary” with the man he donated a kidney to; and Joseph Visocan, whose rescue of an older customer stranded outdoors for 19 cold hours was highlighted in “Heroes.”
And “On the Job” spotlighted Christian Santiago, a USPS driving safety instructor in Queens, NY. In his view, the main problems drivers present with are ingrained bad habits, and the key to breaking them is repetition. “This method of repetition — constantly repeating best practices — has reduced accidents in our district,” Santiago said. “I take pride in that.”
We told you about the dedication ceremony for the organization’s latest stamped card featuring the image of a schooner; and reported that Gary Reblin was named chief technology officer, a role he has filled on an acting basis since June.
Finally, in “People,” we brought you the story of Kalani Han, a letter carrier in Chicago who dresses with vintage style on and off the clock.
He gets most of his retro items from online shops and estate sales, “but some of the most meaningful pieces have come from retired postal workers who were kind enough to gift them to me,” he said.
“You feel the weight of its history. And when I wear it now, I try to carry that forward with care and a little flair.”
Mission accomplished.
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