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Zip Code Boundary Review Process Overview
PURPOSE: The purpose of this item is to provide the Board of Aldermen an overview of the Zip Code Boundary review process and receive feedback on potential next steps.
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DEPARTMENT: Manager's Office
CONTACT INFORMATION: Julie Eckenrode- 919-918-7308
INFORMATION:
Zip Code Boundary Review Process- Quick Facts
* Zip code assignments are closely linked to mail volume, delivery area size, geographic location, but not necessarily to municipal or perceived community boundaries.
* Zip code boundary review WILL be considered in order to provide municipal identity, especially in undeveloped areas and every reasonable effort will be made to accommodate them.
* A community group may request an adjustment to a zip code boundary. It should be consistent with the actual municipal boundary and identity of the affected area.
* Documented endorsement by the local government is strongly recommended.
* Responsibilities of municipalities in the process:
o Submit SPECIFIC changes requested, with any rationale or justification, in writing to the District Manager.
o If request is denied, have the right to appeal within 45 days.
* A final determination should be made within 60 days of the request.
* SURVEY IS REQUIRED AND IS THE 2ND STEP OF THE REVIEW PROCESS.
* Prior to the survey, town may opt to hold a public hearing in order to explain rationale to affected customers. A postal representative should be present to answer questions.
* Survey must be approved by a simple majority.
* Policy Attachment A: Questions to consider
* Policy Attachment D: Sample survey
Notes from Conversation with District Manager
* Petition to USPS can come from Mayor, include a map to show EXACT ADDRESSES affected including a list of addresses to be changed.
* Consider if the request would cause mail routes to overlap from different offices (if it does, request will not be approved.)
Survey is a required component an...
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