San Diego Postal Newsletter December 2007 Vol. 1 Issue 5

Postal News

Postal News Feature Article

Postal Accountability and Enhancement Act (PAEA) Effective January 2008

Postal Regulatory Commission releases new rules for setting rates ahead of schedule…USPS can change some rates with only 15 days notice!

The following article is written by John Vavra, President and CEO of Hasler, Inc. and came to us as a memo from him.

On December 20, 2006, the Postal Accountability and Enhancement Act (PAEA) was signed into law by the President of the United States (http://www.usps.com/postallaw/).  This act represents the first major legislative change to the United States Postal Service (USPS) since 1971.......More>>

IN THIS ISSUE: 

Analysis

DEPARTMENTS: ......

Industry Calendars

Analysis

What Does the Postal Accountability and Enhancement Act (PAEA) mean to me?

As with most far reaching changes the answer depends on how you utilize the services of the USPS and what type of mail, parcel and special service you use.

In a general sense we believe that the changes will bring more competition to the market place, which is a good thing. The post office will be capable of more aggressive promotions, will be able to respond more quickly to the actions of the other large shippers and will be forced to become even more efficient.... More >>

From the Corner Office

Can You Name a 74 Billion Dollar Company or Organization:
  1. Whose major competitors were able to have a strong voice in setting pricing? 
  2. Who are not allowed to lobby or contribute funds to politicians at all levels of government?
  3. Where rank and file employee wages are set by arbitrators or negotiated under threat of arbitration, and whose benefits are set by law?
  4. Where their retail pricing is mandated by law to be less for non profit entities and subsidized by the “for profit” customers?........More>>

USPS Advice and Facts

The 13-ounce Mail Rule is Still in Effect

The rule for all mail pieces that weigh more than 13 ounces if mailed with ordinary postage stamps is that they must be presented for Mailing at a Post Office retail service counter.

Business customers who use postage meters may continue to use meter postage for packages of any weight and mailing method.

USPS FACTS - It’s Not Just About Snail Mail ........More>>

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