In its latest episode, the “Mailin’ It!” podcast looks at how the Postal Service is gearing up for its busiest time of year. The guest is Sheila Holman, the organization’s marketing vice president, who discusses USPS Operation Santa, the new holiday ad campaign and this year’s seasonal stamps. The 19-minute episode is available on Link […]
The Postal Service wants employees to know about some important changes concerning the open season benefits enrollment period that began this week. Here’s a rundown: • The new flexible spending account (FSA) program will be administered by Inspira Financial and will include health care, dependent care and limited-purpose flexible spending accounts. There will also be […]
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• Christine E. Bryant, the next-generation delivery vehicle program lead, was named capital budget and reporting acting manager. • Lawrence W. Crosby Jr. was named the Greensboro, NC, Processing and Distribution Center’s plant manager. He previously served as the Boston Processing and Distribution Center’s plant manager, a position now held by Myles D. Donoghue, who […]
Elvin Mercado has been named acting delivery operations vice president for the Postal Service. The role was previously held by Angela Curtis, who has announced her retirement. Most recently, Mercado was retail and Post Office Operations vice president, overseeing the Postal Service’s retail network, including more than 31,000 Post Offices. He also previously served as […]
Postal Service employees may participate in an upcoming webinar on military benefits and support available to military-affiliated students. The “Military Info Session” webinar will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 20, at 9:15 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Pacific. Representatives from University of Phoenix will lead the webinar. Participants must register before the event on the webinar […]
The Postal Service has received a Graphic Design USA Health + Wellness Award for the Thank You, Healthcare Community stamp. The stamp, which was released on Oct. 1, uses health-related icons to spell out the stacked words “thank you” against a pristine white background. Running across the lower right edge of the stamp are the […]
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The Postal Service is displaying one of its new zero-emission electric next-generation delivery vehicles outside the organization’s Washington, DC, headquarters. Also known as NGDVs, these vehicles are integral to the Postal Service’s most ambitious fleet replacement initiative in decades and are already making deliveries to households and businesses around the nation. The NGDVs provide better […]
• Dean L. DeSorbo, equal employment opportunity services manager, was named equal employment opportunity acting executive director. • Henry W. Payne was named the Norfolk, VA, Local Processing Center’s plant manager. He previously served as the Roanoke, VA, Processing and Distribution Center’s plant manager. • Franklin D. Peden Jr. was named the Memphis, TN, Mail […]
Postal Service employees may participate in an upcoming webinar that will explain how high-deductible health plans work with health savings accounts. The session, “Health Savings Accounts Overview,” will be held Wednesday, Nov. 13, from noon to 2 p.m. Eastern. Representatives from the Mail Handlers Benefit Plan will lead the discussion. The plan is open to […]
The Combined Federal Campaign will spotlight military support in November, with a special emphasis on the mental health needs of service members, veterans and their families. Charities dedicated to supporting the military have long been part of the campaign, and several of them will participate in a virtual mental wellness event on Wednesday, Nov. 6. […]
Postal Service employees may participate in a virtual benefits fair throughout this year’s open season, which runs from Monday, Nov. 11, through Monday, Dec. 9. The fair will offer information about the Postal Service Health Benefits Program, Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program, flexible spending accounts and other topics. During open season, employees can […]
• Hanne J. Anchondo was named Mountain Ranch, CA, postmaster. She previously served as a Sacramento, CA, data collection technician. • Kevin M. Gaughan, facilities repairs and alterations director, retired Oct. 18 after 28 years with the Postal Service. • Brandy N. Grant was named the Charlotte, NC, Local Processing Center’s plant manager. She previously […]
Postal Service employees may participate in an upcoming webinar offering insights into diabetes and practical advice for diabetics and those supporting them. The session, “Keep Calm and Learn about Diabetes,” will be held Wednesday, Nov. 6, at noon Eastern. Representatives from CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, a provider of health plans for federal employees, will lead the […]
In a new video highlighting the importance of the Combined Federal Campaign, Postmaster General Louis DeJoy talks about how USPS helps to restore a sense of normalcy after a crisis or a disaster. “Postal employees have had a proud record of giving back. You live and work in every community across America and play an […]
• Damon K. Coquillette was named Tacoma, WA, postmaster. He previously served as Florida 3 District’s Post Office operations manager. • Chad W. Way, Indiana District’s Post Office operations manager, was named Kentucky-West Virginia District’s acting manager. • Natasha L. Wesley was named Fort Wayne, IN, postmaster. She previously serves as Illinois 2 District’s operations […]
USPS employees may participate in an upcoming webinar that will examine how Medicare works with the new Postal Service Health Benefits (PSHB) Program. The session, “USPS: Medicare + PSHB Program,” will be held Wednesday, Oct. 30, from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Eastern. Representatives from GEHA, a provider of health plans for federal employees, will lead […]
The Postal Service is warning employees and contractors to avoid certain actions that will cause the organization to quarantine their USPS-issued mobile devices. This includes both iOS (iPhones and iPads) and Android devices. “There are more than 30,000 active devices on the USPS network. Any one of these devices can be the weak link in […]
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• Grand Rapids, MI, Postmaster William J. Rowe was named the Minneapolis Post Office’s officer in charge. • Corey D. Richards, South Carolina District manager, was named Florida 1 District’s acting manager. • Flushing, NY, Postmaster Dermot G. Tuohy was named Massachusetts-Rhode Island District’s acting manager. Jamaica, NY, Postmaster Kahlil D. Wilson was named the […]
Postal Service employees may participate in an upcoming webinar to learn more about Medicare, including how Medicare Advantage and Medicare Part D plans work with Medicare parts A and B. The session, “Medicare Advantage and Part D Prescription Drug Plan for Retirees,” will be held Thursday, Oct. 23, from noon to 1 p.m. Eastern. Representatives […]
The latest Delivering for America postcard was recently mailed to employees’ homes. The card highlights the success of USPS Ground Advantage, which grew substantially in the first year following its July 2023 launch and was projected to contribute significantly to $2.1 billion in new shipping revenue forecast by the Postal Service for fiscal year 2024. […]
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The Postal Service held a special dedication ceremony for the new Thank You, Healthcare Community stamp on Oct. 3, honoring those workers who dedicate their lives to our health, safety and well-being. “The Thank You, Healthcare Community stamp is special — it recognizes the tremendous work by all health workers across the country. And it […]
The rollout of the Windows 11 operating system to ACE desktop and laptop computers has been paused for the holiday season and will resume in January. Employees and contractors will receive emails from IT Communications Central when it is time to upgrade their computer. The installation will take place automatically, but the upgrade can also […]
• Mobile, AL, Postmaster Robert P. Birge Jr. was named South Carolina District’s acting manager. • Marcellina Del Pizzo-Wisniewski, New York 3 District manager, was named New Jersey District’s acting manager. Roselle L. Murrell, North Carolina District manager, was named New York 3 District’s acting manager, while Robert S. Manier, Maine-New Hampshire-Vermont District manager, was […]
The Postal Service has recommended deadlines for the holiday mailing and shipping season. The suggestions, released Tuesday, Oct. 8, are for expected delivery by Dec. 25. Here are the deadlines for items being sent to addresses in the lower 48 states: • Wednesday, Dec. 18: USPS Ground Advantage • Wednesday, Dec. 18: First-Class Mail, including […]
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The Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) has announced a new slate of informational webinars and online training courses, which Postal Service employees can participate in. The topics will include TSP contributions, death benefits, distributions, investment funds, in-service withdrawals and loans. The webinars will last one hour, while the courses are two-and-a-half-hours. Participation is voluntary. Nonexempt employees […]
• Ohio 2 District Manager William D. Jones retired Sept. 30 after 47 years of federal service. • Peachy Q. Lorenzo was named plant modernization director. She previously served as plant and process modernization and design industrial engineer. • Georgann Wright was named Milwaukee postmaster. She previously served as Kentucky-West Virginia District Post Office operations […]
The Postal Service has temporarily suspended mail delivery and retail operations in Southeastern states affected by Hurricane Helene. The storm made landfall in Florida last week, inflicting damage in an area that stretched northward to the Appalachian Mountains in Virginia. USPS is monitoring conditions and will work to restore service as soon as it is […]
Postal Service employee relocation expense reimbursement requests submitted after Nov. 15 will be processed for payment after Jan. 2, 2025. This deadline ensures that the organization has adequate time to record and report all relocation expenses for 2024 tax purposes. Employees who submit requests for relocation reimbursements between Nov. 16 and Jan. 1, 2025, will […]
The Postal Service is ready to deliver the nation’s ballots and other Election Mail, Postmaster General Louis DeJoy told the news media last week. In a press briefing on Sept. 19, DeJoy said USPS will build upon its past successes, including the 2020 general election, when the organization delivered 99.89 percent of ballots from voters […]
The Postal Service will release its latest Kwanzaa stamp on Wednesday, Sept. 25. The annual Pan-African holiday, observed from Dec. 26 to Jan. 1, celebrates family, community and culture. Rooted in ancient and modern first-harvest festivals, Kwanzaa incorporates traditions from across the African continent that aim to foster unity and pride. Ethel Kessler, an art […]