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Northern Virginia Postal Customer Council RSS Feed Northern Virginia Postal Customer Council no http://www.novapcc.org/en/rss Mike Furey http://www.novapcc.org/tresources/en/images/icons/tendenci34x15.gif http://www.novapcc.org/en/rss Northern Virginia Postal Customer Council and Podcast Copyright 2012 Northern Virginia Postal Customer Council Tendenci Association Software by Schipul - The Web Marketing Company en-us noemail@novapcc.org(Webmaster) novapcc noemail@novapcc.org Mon, 06 Feb 2012 05:46:46 GMT Events http://www.novapcc.org/en/cev/89 Baltimore PCC's Annual Mailer's Education Seminar and Business Expo on 16-Mar-12 8:00 AM <div class="vevent"> <a class="url" href="http://www.novapcc.org/en/cev/89"> <span class="summary">Baltimore PCC's Annual Mailer's Education Seminar and Business Expo</span> </a><br/> <span class="tdtstart">Start Date:</span> <abbr class="dtstart" title="20120316T130000Z">16-Mar-12 8:00 AM</abbr> <br/> <span class="tdtend">End Time:</span> <abbr class="dtend" title="20120316T203000Z">16-Mar-12 3:30 PM</abbr> <br/> <span class="tdescription">Event Details:</span> <div class="description"><div> <p> The Baltimore PCC is hosting their annual Mailer’s Education Seminar and Business Expo. This premier education event will be held on Friday, March 16, 2012 at a new location, The Conference Center at Sheppard Pratt (near GBMC & Towson University). This is a great location with beautiful surroundings, easy access (Close to the Beltway, Charles St. Exit), an excellent learning environment with plenty of free parking next to the facility and, of course, good food.</p> <p> The Keynote Speaker will be Karen Tucker, USPS Manager of Product Support from the U. S. Postal Headquarters Department of Marketing and Sales. She will be letting us in on what the USPS is planning and what is expected to be rolled out in the near future.</p> <p> This year we have a full program of twelve informative sessions conducted by knowledgeable postal and industry specialists. We will have our standard, much sought after, sessions and five Direct Mail related sessions designed to help you grow your business. The Closing Session will feature: New U. S. Postal Rates & Regulations Updates and USPS Baltimore District Changes for 2012.</p> <p> Make plans now to attend this informative and educational seminar to gain the latest and best information critical to growing your revenue and maintaining a more efficient mail operation. PCC Members that register before the Early Bird date (March 2, 2012) pay only $75.00! The cost for PCC members after the Early Bird deadline will be $85.00. Any PCC membership qualifies for the member rate. Cost for non-PCC Members is $95.00. However, join the PCC before the Early Bird date and pay only $75.00! That's a savings of $20.00.</p> <p> The seminar fee includes workshop sessions, vendor exhibits, continental breakfast (beginning at 8:00 a.m.), lunch, handouts, parking, and drawings for gift cards and other valuable items.</p> <p> In addition, for each person that brings donated items for <b>SUPPORT OUR TROOPS</b> will receive a raffle ticket, one per person, to enter our <b>GRAND PRIZE DRAWING for a NOOK Color Wi-Fi eReader</b>.</p> <p> Vendors are encouraged to attend. Your $250.00 registration fee entitles you to a draped table and chairs plus the full program: the informative sessions for the day, a continental breakfast (beginning at 8:00 a.m.), lunch and free parking.</p> <br> <b>Contact:</b> Barbara Braxton-Morgan<br> <span style="padding-left: 50px"><a href="mailto:barbara.x.braxton-morgan@usps.gov"><font color="#0000ff" face="Times New Roman">barbara.x.braxton-morgan@usps.gov</font></a></span><br> <span style="padding-left: 50px">410-347-4332</span><br> <br>  </div> </div> </div> <br/> <div class="vcard"> <a class="url fn" href="http://www.novapcc.org/en/calendarevents/edit.asp"> </a></div> http://www.novapcc.org/en/cev/89 Fri, 16 Mar 2012 13:00:00 GMT Events http://www.novapcc.org/en/cev/88 Mail Design Professional Certification on 19-Apr-12 8:00 AM <div class="vevent"> <a class="url" href="http://www.novapcc.org/en/cev/88"> <span class="summary">Mail Design Professional Certification</span> </a><br/> <span class="tdtstart">Start Date:</span> <abbr class="dtstart" title="20120419T120000Z">19-Apr-12 8:00 AM</abbr> <br/> <span class="tdtend">End Time:</span> <abbr class="dtend" title="20120420T200000Z">20-Apr-12 4:00 PM</abbr> <br/> <span class="tlocation">Location:</span> <span class="location"> Merrifield Post Office, Merrifield, VA 22081</span> <br/> <span class="tdescription">Event Details:</span> <div class="description"><div> <div class="eventview-details"> <div> <span style="font-size: 16px">The Mailpiece Design Professional (MDP) program offers two curriculum alternatives that teach mailing industry personnel how to design mail to enhance its compatibility with the United States Postal Service (USPS) automated equipment.  It also coaches mailers on how to achieve lower postage prices through automation.  USPS MDP certification is available upon successful completion of the course assessment. </span></div> <div>  </div> <div> <span style="font-size: 16px">This two day program allows attendees to have an "interactive" style of training. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions during the training. </span></div> <div>  </div> <div> <span style="font-size: 16px">The following subject areas are offered in the online MDP curriculum:</span></div> <div>  </div> <h3 style="color: red"> <span style="font-size: 16px">Content & Characteristics</span></h3> <div> <span style="font-size: 16px">*Mailability</span></div> <div> <span style="font-size: 16px">*Processing Categories</span></div> <div> <span style="font-size: 16px">*Classes of Mail</span></div> <div>  </div> <h3 style="color: red"> <span style="font-size: 16px">Machinable/Nonmachinable Criteria</span></h3> <div> <span style="font-size: 16px">*Machinable Eligibility</span></div> <div> <span style="font-size: 16px">*Nonmachinable Letters and Non-letters</span></div> <div> <span style="font-size: 16px">*Nonmachinable Pricing</span></div> <div>  </div> <h3 style="color: red"> <span style="font-size: 16px">Miscellaneous</span></h3> <div> <span style="font-size: 16px">*Customized MarketMail Service</span></div> <div> <span style="font-size: 16px">*Official Election Mail logos</span></div> <div> <span style="font-size: 16px">*Repositionable Notes</span></div> <div> <span style="font-size: 16px">*Imitation Stamps and Markings</span></div> <div> <span style="font-size: 16px">*Reusable Mailpieces</span></div> <div> <span style="font-size: 16px">*Certification of Privately Printed Labels</span></div> <div>  </div> <h3 style="color: red"> <span style="font-size: 16px">Basic Addressing</span></h3> <div> <span style="font-size: 16px">*Standardized Addressing</span></div> <div> <span style="font-size: 16px">*International Addressing</span></div> <div> <span style="font-size: 16px">*Alternative Addressing Formats</span></div> <div> <span style="font-size: 16px">*Address Information Systems (AIS) Products</span></div> <div>  </div> <h3 style="color: red"> <span style="font-size: 16px">Forwarding and Related Services</span></h3> <div> <span style="font-size: 16px">*Ancillary Service Endorsements (ASE)</span></div> <div> <span style="font-size: 16px">*Move Update</span></div> <div>  </div> <h3 style="color: red"> <span style="font-size: 16px">Barcoding Formats and Print Specifications</span></h3> <div> <span style="font-size: 16px">*Intelligent Mail Barcodes</span></div> <div> <span style="font-size: 16px">*Mailer Identification Numbers</span></div> <div> <span style="font-size: 16px">*POSTNET Barcodes</span></div> <div> <span style="font-size: 16px">*Elements of a Delivery Point Barcode</span></div> <div> <span style="font-size: 16px">*PLANET Barcodes</span></div> <div> <span style="font-size: 16px">*Parcel Barcodes</span></div> <div>  </div> <h3 style="color: red"> <span style="font-size: 16px">Designing Automation Mail</span></h3> <div> <span style="font-size: 16px">*Automation Letters</span></div> <div> <span style="font-size: 16px">*Letter-size Mailpiece Construction</span></div> <div> <span style="font-size: 16px">*Tabbing</span></div> <div> <span style="font-size: 16px">*Requirements for Automation Flats</span></div> <div> <span style="font-size: 16px">*Polywrap</span></div> <div>  </div> <h3 style="color: red"> <span style="font-size: 16px">Designing Reply Mail</span></h3> <div> <span style="font-size: 16px">*Business Reply Mail Service</span></div> <div> <span style="font-size: 16px">*Courtesy Reply Mail Service</span></div> <div> <span style="font-size: 16px">*Meter Reply Mail</span></div> <div> <span style="font-size: 16px">*Merchandise Return Service</span></div> <div> <span style="font-size: 16px">*Permit Reply Mail</span></div> <div>  </div> <div>  </div> <div> <span style="font-size: 16px">The National Center for Employee Development (NCED) offers this residency course for $800 which includes room & board - not airfare.  This course is also available online at $75.00.  The value you receive from taking this interactive course with the NOVAPCC is the self-paced training with an instructor to assist with any questions and explain subjects even further, if needed. </span></div> <div>  </div> <div> <span style="font-size: 16px">Register now at <a href="http://www.novapcc.org/">www.novapcc.org</a>. The $150.00 price includes breakfast and lunch!</span></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <br/> <div class="vcard"> <a class="fn">Merrifield Post Office <br/> <div class="adr"> <div class="street-address">8409 Lee Highway</div> <span class="locality">Merrifield</span>, <span class="region">VA</span> <span class="postal-code">22081</span> </div> </a></div> http://www.novapcc.org/en/cev/88 Thu, 19 Apr 2012 12:00:00 GMT Events http://www.novapcc.org/en/cev/87 EMCM Recertification on 11-Jun-12 8:00 AM <div class="vevent"> <a class="url" href="http://www.novapcc.org/en/cev/87"> <span class="summary">EMCM Recertification</span> </a><br/> <span class="tdtstart">Start Date:</span> <abbr class="dtstart" title="20120611T120000Z">11-Jun-12 8:00 AM</abbr> <br/> <span class="tdtend">End Time:</span> <abbr class="dtend" title="20120611T160000Z">11-Jun-12 12:00 PM</abbr> <br/> <span class="tlocation">Location:</span> <span class="location"> Merrifield Post Office Room 108, Merrifield, VA 22081</span> <br/> <span class="tspeaker">Speaker:</span> <span class="speaker">Kyle Moore and CL Talley</span><br> <br/> <span class="tdescription">Event Details:</span> <div class="description"><div> You asked for it and now we are delivering!  The NOVA Metro PCC is offering for the first time, "EMCM Recertification".  You will receive EMCM recertification training along with an EMCM Recertification certificate.  This course is brand new and will include a new module on Mail Piece Design.</div> <div>  </div> <div> If you received EMCM certification over 3 years ago, this class is for you.  </div> </div> </div> <br/> <div class="vcard"> <a class="fn">Merrifield Post Office Room 108 <br/> <div class="adr"> <div class="street-address">8409 Lee Highway</div> <span class="locality">Merrifield</span>, <span class="region">VA</span> <span class="postal-code">22081</span> </div> </a></div> http://www.novapcc.org/en/cev/87 Mon, 11 Jun 2012 12:00:00 GMT Events http://www.novapcc.org/en/cev/86 Executive Mail Center Management on 12-Jun-12 8:00 AM <div class="vevent"> <a class="url" href="http://www.novapcc.org/en/cev/86"> <span class="summary">Executive Mail Center Management</span> </a><br/> <span class="tdtstart">Start Date:</span> <abbr class="dtstart" title="20120612T120000Z">12-Jun-12 8:00 AM</abbr> <br/> <span class="tdtend">End Time:</span> <abbr class="dtend" title="20120614T160000Z">14-Jun-12 12:00 PM</abbr> <br/> <span class="tlocation">Location:</span> <span class="location"> Merrifield Post Office Room 108, Merrifield, VA 22081</span> <br/> <span class="tspeaker">Speaker:</span> <span class="speaker">Kyle Moore and CL Talley</span><br> </div> <br/> <div class="vcard"> <a class="fn">Merrifield Post Office Room 108 <br/> <div class="adr"> <div class="street-address">8409 Lee Highway</div> <span class="locality">Merrifield</span>, <span class="region">VA</span> <span class="postal-code">22081</span> </div> </a></div> http://www.novapcc.org/en/cev/86 Tue, 12 Jun 2012 12:00:00 GMT Events http://www.novapcc.org/en/cev/r/dt/2469/ Postal Bulletin Issued on 9-Feb-12 8:00 AM <div class="vevent"> <a class="url" href="http://www.novapcc.org/en/cev/r/dt/2469/"> </a><br/> Start Date: <abbr class="dtstart" title="20120209T130000Z">9-Feb-12 8:00 AM</abbr> <br/> End Time: <abbr class="dtend" title="20120209T140000Z">9-Feb-12 9:00 AM</abbr> <br/> </div> <br/> <div class="vcard"> <a class="url fn" href="http://www.usps.com/cpim/ftp/bulletin/pb.htm">http://www.usps.com/cpim/ftp/bulletin/pb.htm </a></div> http://www.novapcc.org/en/cev/r/dt/2469/ Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:00:00 GMT Events http://www.novapcc.org/en/cev/r/dt/2727/ Executive Board Meeting on 15-Feb-12 11:30 AM <div class="vevent"> <a class="url" href="http://www.novapcc.org/en/cev/r/dt/2727/"> </a><br/> Start Date: <abbr class="dtstart" title="20120215T163000Z">15-Feb-12 11:30 AM</abbr> <br/> End Time: <abbr class="dtend" title="20120215T180000Z">15-Feb-12 1:00 PM</abbr> <br/> </div> <br/> <div class="vcard"> <a class="fn">Merrifield Post Office (Room 108) <br/> <div class="adr"> <div class="street-address">8409 Lee Highway</div> <span class="locality">Merrifield</span>, <span class="region">VA</span> <span class="postal-code">22081</span> </div> </a></div> http://www.novapcc.org/en/cev/r/dt/2727/ Wed, 15 Feb 2012 16:30:00 GMT Events http://www.novapcc.org/en/cev/r/dt/2470/ Postal Bulletin Issued on 23-Feb-12 8:00 AM <div class="vevent"> <a class="url" href="http://www.novapcc.org/en/cev/r/dt/2470/"> </a><br/> Start Date: <abbr class="dtstart" title="20120223T130000Z">23-Feb-12 8:00 AM</abbr> <br/> End Time: <abbr class="dtend" title="20120223T140000Z">23-Feb-12 9:00 AM</abbr> <br/> </div> <br/> <div class="vcard"> <a class="url fn" href="http://www.usps.com/cpim/ftp/bulletin/pb.htm">http://www.usps.com/cpim/ftp/bulletin/pb.htm </a></div> http://www.novapcc.org/en/cev/r/dt/2470/ Thu, 23 Feb 2012 13:00:00 GMT Events http://www.novapcc.org/en/cev/r/dt/2471/ Postal Bulletin Issued on 8-Mar-12 8:00 AM <div class="vevent"> <a class="url" href="http://www.novapcc.org/en/cev/r/dt/2471/"> </a><br/> Start Date: <abbr class="dtstart" title="20120308T130000Z">8-Mar-12 8:00 AM</abbr> <br/> End Time: <abbr class="dtend" title="20120308T140000Z">8-Mar-12 9:00 AM</abbr> <br/> </div> <br/> <div class="vcard"> <a class="url fn" href="http://www.usps.com/cpim/ftp/bulletin/pb.htm">http://www.usps.com/cpim/ftp/bulletin/pb.htm </a></div> http://www.novapcc.org/en/cev/r/dt/2471/ Thu, 08 Mar 2012 13:00:00 GMT Events http://www.novapcc.org/en/cev/r/dt/2728/ Executive Board Meeting on 21-Mar-12 11:30 AM <div class="vevent"> <a class="url" href="http://www.novapcc.org/en/cev/r/dt/2728/"> </a><br/> Start Date: <abbr class="dtstart" title="20120321T153000Z">21-Mar-12 11:30 AM</abbr> <br/> End Time: <abbr class="dtend" title="20120321T170000Z">21-Mar-12 1:00 PM</abbr> <br/> </div> <br/> <div class="vcard"> <a class="fn">Merrifield Post Office (Room 108) <br/> <div class="adr"> <div class="street-address">8409 Lee Highway</div> <span class="locality">Merrifield</span>, <span class="region">VA</span> <span class="postal-code">22081</span> </div> </a></div> http://www.novapcc.org/en/cev/r/dt/2728/ Wed, 21 Mar 2012 15:30:00 GMT Events http://www.novapcc.org/en/cev/r/dt/2472/ Postal Bulletin Issued on 22-Mar-12 8:00 AM <div class="vevent"> <a class="url" href="http://www.novapcc.org/en/cev/r/dt/2472/"> </a><br/> Start Date: <abbr class="dtstart" title="20120322T120000Z">22-Mar-12 8:00 AM</abbr> <br/> End Time: <abbr class="dtend" title="20120322T130000Z">22-Mar-12 9:00 AM</abbr> <br/> </div> <br/> <div class="vcard"> <a class="url fn" href="http://www.usps.com/cpim/ftp/bulletin/pb.htm">http://www.usps.com/cpim/ftp/bulletin/pb.htm </a></div> http://www.novapcc.org/en/cev/r/dt/2472/ Thu, 22 Mar 2012 12:00:00 GMT Events http://www.novapcc.org/en/cev/r/dt/2473/ Postal Bulletin Issued on 5-Apr-12 8:00 AM <div class="vevent"> <a class="url" href="http://www.novapcc.org/en/cev/r/dt/2473/"> </a><br/> Start Date: <abbr class="dtstart" title="20120405T120000Z">5-Apr-12 8:00 AM</abbr> <br/> End Time: <abbr class="dtend" title="20120405T130000Z">5-Apr-12 9:00 AM</abbr> <br/> </div> <br/> <div class="vcard"> <a class="url fn" href="http://www.usps.com/cpim/ftp/bulletin/pb.htm">http://www.usps.com/cpim/ftp/bulletin/pb.htm </a></div> http://www.novapcc.org/en/cev/r/dt/2473/ Thu, 05 Apr 2012 12:00:00 GMT Events http://www.novapcc.org/en/cev/r/dt/2729/ Executive Board Meeting on 18-Apr-12 11:30 AM <div class="vevent"> <a class="url" href="http://www.novapcc.org/en/cev/r/dt/2729/"> </a><br/> Start Date: <abbr class="dtstart" title="20120418T153000Z">18-Apr-12 11:30 AM</abbr> <br/> End Time: <abbr class="dtend" title="20120418T170000Z">18-Apr-12 1:00 PM</abbr> <br/> </div> <br/> <div class="vcard"> <a class="fn">Merrifield Post Office (Room 108) <br/> <div class="adr"> <div class="street-address">8409 Lee Highway</div> <span class="locality">Merrifield</span>, <span class="region">VA</span> <span class="postal-code">22081</span> </div> </a></div> http://www.novapcc.org/en/cev/r/dt/2729/ Wed, 18 Apr 2012 15:30:00 GMT Events http://www.novapcc.org/en/cev/r/dt/2474/ Postal Bulletin Issued on 19-Apr-12 8:00 AM <div class="vevent"> <a class="url" href="http://www.novapcc.org/en/cev/r/dt/2474/"> </a><br/> Start Date: <abbr class="dtstart" title="20120419T120000Z">19-Apr-12 8:00 AM</abbr> <br/> End Time: <abbr class="dtend" title="20120419T130000Z">19-Apr-12 9:00 AM</abbr> <br/> </div> <br/> <div class="vcard"> <a class="url fn" href="http://www.usps.com/cpim/ftp/bulletin/pb.htm">http://www.usps.com/cpim/ftp/bulletin/pb.htm </a></div> http://www.novapcc.org/en/cev/r/dt/2474/ Thu, 19 Apr 2012 12:00:00 GMT Events http://www.novapcc.org/en/cev/r/dt/2475/ Postal Bulletin Issued on 3-May-12 8:00 AM <div class="vevent"> <a class="url" href="http://www.novapcc.org/en/cev/r/dt/2475/"> </a><br/> Start Date: <abbr class="dtstart" title="20120503T120000Z">3-May-12 8:00 AM</abbr> <br/> End Time: <abbr class="dtend" title="20120503T130000Z">3-May-12 9:00 AM</abbr> <br/> </div> <br/> <div class="vcard"> <a class="url fn" href="http://www.usps.com/cpim/ftp/bulletin/pb.htm">http://www.usps.com/cpim/ftp/bulletin/pb.htm </a></div> http://www.novapcc.org/en/cev/r/dt/2475/ Thu, 03 May 2012 12:00:00 GMT Articles http://www.novapcc.org/en/art/1048/ USPS adjusts mailing services prices for 2012 <div> <p style="text-align: center">  <img alt="" height="141" src="/attachments/wysiwyg/347/nl_1019ts1.jpg" width="283" /></p> <p> Beginning early next year, customers will spend a penny more to mail letters to any location in the United States, the first price change for First-Class Mail stamps (Forever stamps) since May 2009. The new 45-cent price for Forever stamps is among price changes filed with the Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC) yesterday.</p> <p> Highlights of the new single-piece First-Class Mail pricing, effective Jan. 22, 2012, include:</p> <ul type="square"> <li> Letters (1 oz.) – 1-cent increase to 45 cents</li> <li> Letters additional ounces – unchanged at 20 cents</li> <li> Postcards – 3-cent increase to 32 cents</li> <li> Letters to Canada or Mexico (1 oz.) – 5-cent increase to 85 cents.</li> <li> Letters to other international destinations – 7-cent increase to $1.05</li> </ul> <p> Prices also will change for other mailing services, including Standard Mail, Periodicals, Package Services and Extra Services. Express Mail and Priority Mail prices will remain the same. <em><u><a href="http://about.usps.com/news/national-releases/2011/pr11_factsht_pricechng_1018.pdf" style="color: #003399" target="_blank" title="http://about.usps.com/news/national-releases/2011/pr11_factsht_pricechng_1018.pdf">Click here</a></u></em> for more information on the new pricing.</p> <p> While actual percentage price changes for various products and services vary, the overall average increase across all mailing services is capped by law at 2.1 percent, the rate of inflation calculated based on the Consumer Price Index.</p> <p> “The overall average price change is small and is needed to help address our current financial crisis,” said PMG Pat Donahoe. “We continue to take actions within our control to increase revenue in other ways and aggressively cut costs. To return to sound financial footing, we urgently need enactment of comprehensive, long-term legislation to provide the Postal Service with a more flexible business model.”</p> <p> There is good news for First-Class Mail Presort mailers. When the new prices take effect Jan. 22, the second ounce for presorted letters will be free. “This gives companies expanded opportunities to advertise new services and products to their customers as part of bill and statement mailings,” said Paul Vogel, president and chief marketing/sales officer.</p> <p> Another new offering is a three-month pricing option to rent PO Boxes — a potential option for people on the move and those who need a PO Box for a short time.</p> </div> <br><br>21-Oct-11 12:00 PM USPS adjusts mailing services prices for 2012 Beginning early next year, customers will spend a penny more to mail letters to any location in the United States, the first price change for First-Class Mail stamps (Forever stamps) since May 2009. The new 45-cent price for Forever stamps is among price changes filed with the Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC) yesterday. Highlights of the new single-piece First-Class Mail pricing, effective Jan. 22, 2012, include: Letters (1 oz.) - 1-cent increase to 45 cents Letters additional ounces - unchanged at 20 cents Postcards - 3-cent increase to 32 cents Letters to Canada or Mexico (1 oz.) - 5-cent increase to 85 cents. Letters to other international destinations - 7-cent increase to $1.05 Prices also will change for other mailing services, including Standard Mail, Periodicals, Package Services and Extra Services. Express Mail and Priority Mail prices will remain the same. Click here for more information on the new pricing. While actual percentage price changes for various products and services vary, the overall average increase across all mailing services is capped by law at 2.1 percent, the rate of inflation calculated based on the Consumer Price Index. "The overall average price change is small and is needed to help address our current financial crisis," said PMG Pat Donahoe. "We continue to take actions within our control to increase revenue in other ways and aggressively cut costs. To return to sound financial footing, we urgently need enactment of comprehensive, long-term legislation to provide the Postal Service with a more flexible business model." There is good news for First-Class Mail Presort mailers. When the new prices take effect Jan. 22, the second ounce for presorted letters will be free. "This gives companies expanded opportunities to advertise new services and products to their customers as part of bill and statement mailings," said Paul Vogel, president and chief marketing/sales officer. Another new offering is a three-month pricing option to rent PO Boxes - a potential option for people on the move and those who need a PO Box for a short time. no http://www.novapcc.org/en/art/1048/ Patrick Murphy - noemail@novapcc.org Fri, 21 Oct 2011 16:00:00 GMT Articles http://www.novapcc.org/en/art/1047/ Simpler way to return <div> <p> E-commerce shipping is an increasingly busy two-way street. In addition to its delivery strengths, the Postal Service is making sure USPS is the preferred shipper for packages traveling the returns lane as well.</p> <p> This month the Postal Service launches a new suite of shipping choices under the umbrella of USPS Returns. The new options, including Web-based label printing, enhanced tracking and streamlined payment, will speed start-up and make it easier for online retailers to use the Postal Service for returns.</p> <p> “With e-commerce sales expected to continue to grow 10 percent annually over the next few years, we’re offering online merchants an easier way to return,” says Paul Vogel, president and chief marketing/sales officer. “This is an exciting opportunity for the Postal Service to grow our package business. We’re building on the shipping products customers already are familiar with, and adding new features for increased ease and convenience for both consumers and merchants.”</p> <p> The Postal Service will offer three returns options: Priority Mail Return Service, Ground Return Service and First-Class Package Return Service.</p> <p> For e-commerce businesses, USPS is introducing a simple, easy-to-install label printing application that can be offered by e-tailers to their customers. This tool will enable label printing through a merchant’s website, or customers can call the merchant’s call center to request a returns label be emailed to them. The labels will include the Intelligent Mail package barcode. There will be enhancements at retail outlets and <em>usps.com</em> as well.</p> <p> “We’re showing our customers that value in shipping with the Postal Service goes both ways,” says Vogel.</p> <p> <img alt="" height="231" src="http://www.novapcc.org/attachments/wysiwyg/347/nl_0923bf1.jpg" width="230" /></p> <p> <span style="font-size: 9px">The new Priority Mail return label.</span></p> </div> <br><br>23-Sep-11 11:00 AM Simpler way to return E-commerce shipping is an increasingly busy two-way street. In addition to its delivery strengths, the Postal Service is making sure USPS is the preferred shipper for packages traveling the returns lane as well. This month the Postal Service launches a new suite of shipping choices under the umbrella of USPS Returns. The new options, including Web-based label printing, enhanced tracking and streamlined payment, will speed start-up and make it easier for online retailers to use the Postal Service for returns. "With e-commerce sales expected to continue to grow 10 percent annually over the next few years, we're offering online merchants an easier way to return," says Paul Vogel, president and chief marketing/sales officer. "This is an exciting opportunity for the Postal Service to grow our package business. We're building on the shipping products customers already are familiar with, and adding new features for increased ease and convenience for both consumers and merchants." The Postal Service will offer three returns options: Priority Mail Return Service, Ground Return Service and First-Class Package Return Service. For e-commerce businesses, USPS is introducing a simple, easy-to-install label printing application that can be offered by e-tailers to their customers. This tool will enable label printing through a merchant's website, or customers can call the merchant's call center to request a returns label be emailed to them. The labels will include the Intelligent Mail package barcode. There will be enhancements at retail outlets and usps.com as well. "We're showing our customers that value in shipping with the Postal Service goes both ways," says Vogel. The new Priority Mail return label. no http://www.novapcc.org/en/art/1047/ Patrick Murphy - noemail@novapcc.org Fri, 23 Sep 2011 15:00:00 GMT Articles http://www.novapcc.org/en/art/1045/ President Recognizes Value of USPS to Nations Economy Backs Bold Action to Acheive Financial Stability <p> <span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif">The plan to reduce the federal deficit submitted today by the Obama Administration to a congressional “Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction” includes provisions to provide USPS up to $20 billion in savings over the next several years.<br>  <br> “Bold action is needed to ensure that USPS can continue to operate in the short run and achieve viability in the long run,” said the President in his message to the committee. “The Administration recognizes the enormous value of the Postal Service to the nation’s commerce and communications, as well as the urgent need to reform to ensure its future viability.”<br>  <br> The President’s plan includes the following provisions:<br>  Restructure the Retiree Health Benefit Fund’s pre-funding requirement to reduce USPS payments.</span></p> <ul> <li> <span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif">Provide USPS over a two-year period a refund of the $6.9 billion in surplus funds it has contributed to the Federal Employee Retirement System.</span></li> <li> <span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif">Reduce the Postal Service’s operating costs by granting authority to reduce mail delivery from six to five days per week.</span></li> <li> <span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif">Allow USPS to offer non-postal products and increase collaboration with state and local governments.</span></li> <li> <span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif">Give USPS the ability to better align the costs of postage with the costs of mail delivery.</span></li> </ul> <div> <span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif">PMG Pat Donahoe thanked the President for his proposal. “I would like to thank the President for acknowledging the enormous value of the United States Postal Service to the nation’s commerce and communications,” he said. “The President has offered helpful recommendations to stabilize the Postal Service’s financial crisis. We are looking forward to reviewing the plan in more detail and continuing to work with the White House and the Joint Select Committee on specific proposals that involve the Postal Service.”</span></div> <div>  </div> <div> <span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif">The President’s provisions are in addition to an earlier proposal to delay by 90 days the Sept. 30 deadline for the USPS payment to the Retiree Health Benefit Fund. Legislation authorizing the 90-day extension is pending consideration in the House of Representatives.<br> </span></div> <br><br>20-Sep-11 7:30 AM President Recognizes Value of USPS to Nations Economy Backs Bold Action to Acheive Financial Stability The plan to reduce the federal deficit submitted today by the Obama Administration to a congressional "Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction" includes provisions to provide USPS up to $20 billion in savings over the next several years. "Bold action is needed to ensure that USPS can continue to operate in the short run and achieve viability in the long run," said the President in his message to the committee. "The Administration recognizes the enormous value of the Postal Service to the nation's commerce and communications, as well as the urgent need to reform to ensure its future viability." The President's plan includes the following provisions: Restructure the Retiree Health Benefit Fund's pre-funding requirement to reduce USPS payments. Provide USPS over a two-year period a refund of the $6.9 billion in surplus funds it has contributed to the Federal Employee Retirement System. Reduce the Postal Service's operating costs by granting authority to reduce mail delivery from six to five days per week. Allow USPS to offer non-postal products and increase collaboration with state and local governments. Give USPS the ability to better align the costs of postage with the costs of mail delivery. PMG Pat Donahoe thanked the President for his proposal. "I would like to thank the President for acknowledging the enormous value of the United States Postal Service to the nation's commerce and communications," he said. "The President has offered helpful recommendations to stabilize the Postal Service's financial crisis. We are looking forward to reviewing the plan in more detail and continuing to work with the White House and the Joint Select Committee on specific proposals that involve the Postal Service." The President's provisions are in addition to an earlier proposal to delay by 90 days the Sept. 30 deadline for the USPS payment to the Retiree Health Benefit Fund. Legislation authorizing the 90-day extension is pending consideration in the House of Representatives. no http://www.novapcc.org/en/art/1045/ Patrick Murphy - noemail@novapcc.org Tue, 20 Sep 2011 11:30:00 GMT Articles http://www.novapcc.org/en/art/1043/ USPS Network Optimization Proposal and Service Standards Change Proposal <div> <p> “The marketplace has changed and we need to build a sustainable business model for the future.”</p> <p> That was one of the key messages from PMG Pat Donahoe at a September 15 news conference announcing network consolidation.  Donahoe said the consolidation proposals were designed to build a more prosperous future for USPS. “The Postal Service is not going out of business,” he said. “We’re a vital part of the American economy and will continue to be for a long time.”</p> <p> The PMG was joined at the news conference by Chief Operating Officer<br> (COO) and Executive Vice President Megan Brennan, who said, “We want the Postal Service to be leaner and more efficient.” To reach this goal, she detailed proposals to:</p> <ul type="square"> <li> Study operations at nearly 250 processing facilities for possible consolidation or closure.</li> <li> Make more efficient use of processing equipment.</li> <li> Decrease the nationwide transportation network.</li> <li> Revise service standards — from 1-3 days to 2-3 days — for First-Class Mail.</li> </ul> <p> <strong>Stakeholder information </strong></p> <p> To make accessing information about these proposals as easy as possible, USPS has created a website  <a href="http://about.usps.com/news/facility-studies/welcome.htm">http://about.usps.com/news/facility-studies/welcome.htm</a>. The website contains:</p> <ul> <li> A link to media kit including a press release</li> <li> Frequently-asked-questions</li> <li> Advanced notice of rulemaking,</li> <li> Fact sheets</li> <li> List of processing plants studied</li> <li> Video of Postmaster General</li> <li> Industry FAQ's.   </li> </ul> <p> Because the questions and concerns expressed by industry and mail owners are likely to be more sophisicated and technical than those of consumers, the materials will be developed specifically for  these stakeholders.</p> <p> <strong>Feedback</strong></p> <p> The Postal Service is looking for feedback from the mailing industry regarding these proposals. Please send you comments and feedback to <a href="mailto:industryfeedback@usps.gov">industryfeedback@usps.gov</a>.</p> <p>  </p> <p>  </p> <p>  </p> </div> <br><br>19-Sep-11 8:00 AM USPS Network Optimization Proposal and Service Standards Change Proposal "The marketplace has changed and we need to build a sustainable business model for the future." That was one of the key messages from PMG Pat Donahoe at a September 15 news conference announcing network consolidation. Donahoe said the consolidation proposals were designed to build a more prosperous future for USPS. "The Postal Service is not going out of business," he said. "We're a vital part of the American economy and will continue to be for a long time." The PMG was joined at the news conference by Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Executive Vice President Megan Brennan, who said, "We want the Postal Service to be leaner and more efficient." To reach this goal, she detailed proposals to: Study operations at nearly 250 processing facilities for possible consolidation or closure. Make more efficient use of processing equipment. Decrease the nationwide transportation network. Revise service standards - from 1-3 days to 2-3 days - for First-Class Mail. Stakeholder information To make accessing information about these proposals as easy as possible, USPS has created a website http://about.usps.com/news/facility-studies/welcome.htm. The website contains: A link to media kit including a press release Frequently-asked-questions Advanced notice of rulemaking, Fact sheets List of processing plants studied Video of Postmaster General Industry FAQ's. Because the questions and concerns expressed by industry and mail owners are likely to be more sophisicated and technical than those of consumers, the materials will be developed specifically for these stakeholders. Feedback The Postal Service is looking for feedback from the mailing industry regarding these proposals. Please send you comments and feedback to industryfeedback@usps.gov. no http://www.novapcc.org/en/art/1043/ Patrick Murphy - noemail@novapcc.org Mon, 19 Sep 2011 12:00:00 GMT Articles http://www.novapcc.org/en/art/1041/ US Postal Services Finances <div> <object align="middle" classid="clsid:d27cdb6eae6d-11cf-96b8-444553540000" codebase="http://fpdownload.macromedia.com/pub/shockwave/cabs/flash/swflash.cab#version=9,0,0,0" height="500" id="cspan-video-player" width="410"><param name="allowScriptAccess" value="true" /><param name="movie" value="http://www.c-spanvideo.org/videoLibrary/assets/swf/CSPANPlayer.swf?pid=301382-1" /><param name="quality" value="high" /><param name="bgcolor" value="#ffffff" /><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true" /><param name="flashvars" value="system=http://www.c-spanvideo.org/common/services/flashXml.php?programid=260187&style=full" /><embed align="middle" allowfullscreen="true" allowscriptaccess="always" bgcolor="#ffffff" flashvars="system=http://www.c-spanvideo.org/common/services/flashXml.php?programid=260187&style=full" height="500" name="cspan-video-player" pluginspage="http://www.macromedia.com/go/getflashplayer" quality="high" src="http://www.c-spanvideo.org/videoLibrary/assets/swf/CSPANPlayer.swf?pid=301382-1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="410"></embed></object></div> <br><br>8-Sep-11 11:00 AM US Postal Services Finances no http://www.novapcc.org/en/art/1041/ Thu, 08 Sep 2011 15:00:00 GMT Articles http://www.novapcc.org/en/art/1039/ 2011 National PCC Day + Vendor Opportunity <table align="center" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="620"> <tbody> <tr> <td align="left" valign="top">  </td> </tr> <tr> <td align="left" valign="top"> <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="620"> <tbody> <tr> <td align="left" bgcolor="#cccccc" valign="top" width="5">  </td> <td align="left" valign="top"> <table border="0" cellpadding="10" cellspacing="0" width="607"> <tbody> <tr> <td> <div align="left"> <p> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">On September 21st, 2011 NOVA PCC's annual National PCC Day event at CIT will bring together Northern Virginia's Postal community for the mailing industry's most important local event. Registration is open now on NOVAPCC.com and I would encourage you to sign up today.</font></font></p> <p> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">If your company sells equipment, supplies or services to mailers, this is your opportunity to meet customers and find new prospects whille supporting the NOVA PCC by signing up as a vendor at the event. This will be our third year at the prestigious CIT complex and we''re expecting over 120 local mailers and industry participants to spend the day networking with peers and postal officials.</font></font></p> <p> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">Space is limited to only 12 booths at the event, so early registration is encouraged. More information and a sign up page can be found on our website: www.NOVAPCC.org.</font></font></p> <p> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">I look forward to seeing you at CIT on September 21st.</font></font></p> <p> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2">Lee Garvey</font></font><font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font color="#000000" face="Arial" size="2"><br> Industry Co-Chair</font></font></p> <hr /> <font color="#666666" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font face="Arial" size="2"><a href="http://www.novapcc.org/en/rss/index/">Stay up to date with our RSS feeds.</a> </font></font> <p>  </p> </div> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </td> <td align="left" bgcolor="#cccccc" valign="top" width="5">  </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </td> </tr> <tr> <td align="left" bgcolor="#cccccc" valign="top">  </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <br><br>4-Aug-11 4:00 PM 2011 National PCC Day + Vendor Opportunity On September 21st, 2011 NOVA PCC's annual National PCC Day event at CIT will bring together Northern Virginia's Postal community for the mailing industry's most important local event. Registration is open now on NOVAPCC.com and I would encourage you to sign up today. If your company sells equipment, supplies or services to mailers, this is your opportunity to meet customers and find new prospects whille supporting the NOVA PCC by signing up as a vendor at the event. This will be our third year at the prestigious CIT complex and we''re expecting over 120 local mailers and industry participants to spend the day networking with peers and postal officials. Space is limited to only 12 booths at the event, so early registration is encouraged. More information and a sign up page can be found on our website: www.NOVAPCC.org. I look forward to seeing you at CIT on September 21st. Lee Garvey Industry Co-Chair Stay up to date with our RSS feeds. no http://www.novapcc.org/en/art/1039/ Lee Garvey - noemail@novapcc.org Thu, 04 Aug 2011 20:00:00 GMT Articles http://www.novapcc.org/en/art/1038/ Postal Service Outperforms Green Goals <div> Postal Service Outperforms Green Goals<br> Annual Sustainability Report Released<br> <a href="http://www.usps.com">USPS</a></div> <div>  </div> <div>  </div> <div>  </div> <div>  </div> <div> Continuing its green innovation and leadership strategy, the U.S. Postal Service released its fiscal year (FY) 2010 Annual Sustainability Report, which demonstrated the agency had exceeded a number of its sustainability goals — including nearly a 30-percent reduction in facility energy use, a 33-percent reduction of supplies purchases and a 133-percent increase in alternative fuel use.</div> <div>  </div> <div> “Delivering the mail to every person and business in America is a big job with enormous responsibilities to our customers and the environment,” said Postmaster General and Chief Executive Officer Patrick Donahoe. “That’s why ‘leaner, greener, faster, smarter’ is our sustainability call to action as we eliminate waste, reduce fuel and energy use and lower our carbon footprint, driving costs down in a sustainable, responsible way.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> Chief Sustainability Officer, Thomas Day, credits the agency’s culture of conservation for its gains. “Postal employees care very much about the environment. With the help of 400 green teams created to identify low- and no-cost conservation projects, we reduced energy and water use in 2010, saving more than $5 million. We also reduced waste to landfills and recycled 222,000 tons of material in 2010, which avoided $9 million in landfill fees and generated $13 million in revenue.”</div> <div> Highlights from the report include:</div> <div>  </div> <ul> <li> 171 billion — pieces of mail delivered to 150 million delivery points, along 230,000 routes, with 215,000 postal vehicles, of which 44,000 are alternative fuel-capable, logging 4 million miles a day.</li> <li> 27 billion — Cradle to Cradle CertifiedCM  stamps and shipping supplies provided to customers. USPS is the only mailing and shipping company in the world to have earned this certification for materials that meet established standards for human and environmental health and recyclability.</li> <li> 1,067,834 — metric tons of CO2 reduced from an FY 2008 baseline, an amount equal to the annual emissions of nearly 204,000 passenger vehicles.</li> </ul> <div> These energy-conservation actions are part of a comprehensive strategy USPS is using to meet its goals to reduce facility energy use 30 percent, increase alternative fuel use 10 percent, and reduce vehicle petroleum use 20 percent by 2015 and reduce greenhouse gas emissions 20 percent by 2020.</div> <div>  </div> <div> USPS also helps customers practice sustainability. In FY 2010, lobby recycling programs in more than 10,000 Post Offices helped customers divert 22,000 tons of discarded mail from landfills. USPS also helped customers recycle more than 1 million small electronics and printer cartridges.</div> <div>  </div> <div> The FY 2010 Annual Sustainability Report is available in multiple electronic formats, including online at <a href="http://www.usps.com/green/report/2010/welcome.htm">http://www.usps.com/green/report/2010/welcome.htm</a> and in several digital eBook formats used by reading devices and smart phones. For additional information, visit</div> <div> <a href="http://www.usps.com/green/report/2010/downloads.htm">http://www.usps.com/green/report/2010/downloads.htm</a>, usps.com/greenand the green newsroom.</div> <div>  </div> <div> USPS has won more than 75 environmental awards, including 40 White House Closing the Circle, 10 Environmental Protection Agency WasteWise Partner of the Year, Climate Action Champion, Direct Marketing Association Green Echo awards, Postal Technology International Environmental Achievement of the Year and Climate Registry Gold Status Recognition.<br>  </div> <br><br>11-Jul-11 7:00 AM Postal Service Outperforms Green Goals Postal Service Outperforms Green Goals Annual Sustainability Report Released USPS Continuing its green innovation and leadership strategy, the U.S. Postal Service released its fiscal year (FY) 2010 Annual Sustainability Report, which demonstrated the agency had exceeded a number of its sustainability goals - including nearly a 30-percent reduction in facility energy use, a 33-percent reduction of supplies purchases and a 133-percent increase in alternative fuel use. "Delivering the mail to every person and business in America is a big job with enormous responsibilities to our customers and the environment," said Postmaster General and Chief Executive Officer Patrick Donahoe. "That's why 'leaner, greener, faster, smarter' is our sustainability call to action as we eliminate waste, reduce fuel and energy use and lower our carbon footprint, driving costs down in a sustainable, responsible way." Chief Sustainability Officer, Thomas Day, credits the agency's culture of conservation for its gains. "Postal employees care very much about the environment. With the help of 400 green teams created to identify low- and no-cost conservation projects, we reduced energy and water use in 2010, saving more than $5 million. We also reduced waste to landfills and recycled 222,000 tons of material in 2010, which avoided $9 million in landfill fees and generated $13 million in revenue." Highlights from the report include: 171 billion - pieces of mail delivered to 150 million delivery points, along 230,000 routes, with 215,000 postal vehicles, of which 44,000 are alternative fuel-capable, logging 4 million miles a day. 27 billion - Cradle to Cradle CertifiedCM stamps and shipping supplies provided to customers. USPS is the only mailing and shipping company in the world to have earned this certification for materials that meet established standards for human and environmental health and recyclability. 1,067,834 - metric tons of CO2 reduced from an FY 2008 baseline, an amount equal to the annual emissions of nearly 204,000 passenger vehicles. These energy-conservation actions are part of a comprehensive strategy USPS is using to meet its goals to reduce facility energy use 30 percent, increase alternative fuel use 10 percent, and reduce vehicle petroleum use 20 percent by 2015 and reduce greenhouse gas emissions 20 percent by 2020. USPS also helps customers practice sustainability. In FY 2010, lobby recycling programs in more than 10,000 Post Offices helped customers divert 22,000 tons of discarded mail from landfills. USPS also helped customers recycle more than 1 million small electronics and printer cartridges. The FY 2010 Annual Sustainability Report is available in multiple electronic formats, including online at http://www.usps.com/green/report/2010/welcome.htm and in several digital eBook formats used by reading devices and smart phones. For additional information, visit http://www.usps.com/green/report/2010/downloads.htm, usps.com/greenand the green newsroom. USPS has won more than 75 environmental awards, including 40 White House Closing the Circle, 10 Environmental Protection Agency WasteWise Partner of the Year, Climate Action Champion, Direct Marketing Association Green Echo awards, Postal Technology International Environmental Achievement of the Year and Climate Registry Gold Status Recognition. no http://www.novapcc.org/en/art/1038/ Patrick Murphy - noemail@novapcc.org Mon, 11 Jul 2011 11:00:00 GMT Articles http://www.novapcc.org/en/art/1037/ Postal Service: The real story <div> Postal Service: The real story<br> By Fredric Rolando<br> <a href="http://www.courier-journal.com/print/article/20110628/OPINION04/306280002/Fredric-Rolando-Postal-Service-real-story">The Courier-Journal</a></div> <div>  </div> <div>  </div> <div>  </div> <div>  </div> <div> <br> Few institutions touch more Americans than the U.S. Postal Service, which six days a week delivers mail to 150 million homes and businesses in big cities and remote areas. And we do more than link the country; we become part of local communities, getting to know our customers and occasionally saving elderly residents who are ill, finding missing children, putting out fires and more. In our spare time, we conduct the nation's largest single-day food drive, replenishing food pantries in your community in tough economic times.</div> <div>  </div> <div> That degree of familiarity and personal interaction is why the amount of misinformation floating around about the Postal Service is so counterintuitive. There's plenty of room for differing ideas about public policy, but we should all start from a factual basis — something too many columnists and commentators with an ideological ax to grind fail to do.</div> <div> We can't change the habits of the media. What we can do is provide people with accurate information, so the next time you read screaming headlines about multibillion-dollar losses or taxpayer bailouts, you'll know the real story.</div> <div>  </div> <div> So, for starters, the Postal Service doesn't use a dime of taxpayer money and hasn't for more than a quarter-century. Its revenue comes from the sale of its products and services.</div> <div>  </div> <div> And those services are delivered to residents and businesses at the best rates in the world, despite the size of our country compared to many postage-stamp-sized — pun intended — nations.</div> <div>  </div> <div> If any of that surprised you, this may shock you: The Postal Service, whose existence and duties are set forth in the Constitution, runs a net operational profit delivering the mail. You read that correctly. Even with the worst recession in 80 years, even with Internet diversion, the Postal Service takes in more money from its postal operations than it spends. Over the last four years, revenues derived from delivering the mail exceeded costs by $837 million; last quarter's net operating profit alone was $226 million.</div> <div>  </div> <div> What about those news reports of multibillion-dollar losses? Well, the $20 billion in losses over the last four years has nothing to do with what you've been told about a failing business model or obsolete mail. Here's the real skinny: In 2006 Congress mandated that the Postal Service pre-fund future retiree health benefits for the next 75 years, and do so within a decade — something no other public agency or private firm does. The resulting annual payments run $5.5 billion a year, costing the Postal Service $21 billion since 2007. That's the difference between a positive and a negative balance sheet, as it would be for virtually any entity facing a similar burden — if any did.</div> <div>  </div> <div> <a href="http://http://www.courier-journal.com/print/article/20110628/OPINION04/306280002/Fredric-Rolando-Postal-Service-real-story">Read entire article</a>.</div> <br><br>29-Jun-11 7:00 AM Postal Service: The real story Postal Service: The real story By Fredric Rolando The Courier-Journal Few institutions touch more Americans than the U.S. Postal Service, which six days a week delivers mail to 150 million homes and businesses in big cities and remote areas. And we do more than link the country; we become part of local communities, getting to know our customers and occasionally saving elderly residents who are ill, finding missing children, putting out fires and more. In our spare time, we conduct the nation's largest single-day food drive, replenishing food pantries in your community in tough economic times. That degree of familiarity and personal interaction is why the amount of misinformation floating around about the Postal Service is so counterintuitive. There's plenty of room for differing ideas about public policy, but we should all start from a factual basis - something too many columnists and commentators with an ideological ax to grind fail to do. We can't change the habits of the media. What we can do is provide people with accurate information, so the next time you read screaming headlines about multibillion-dollar losses or taxpayer bailouts, you'll know the real story. So, for starters, the Postal Service doesn't use a dime of taxpayer money and hasn't for more than a quarter-century. Its revenue comes from the sale of its products and services. And those services are delivered to residents and businesses at the best rates in the world, despite the size of our country compared to many postage-stamp-sized - pun intended - nations. If any of that surprised you, this may shock you: The Postal Service, whose existence and duties are set forth in the Constitution, runs a net operational profit delivering the mail. You read that correctly. Even with the worst recession in 80 years, even with Internet diversion, the Postal Service takes in more money from its postal operations than it spends. Over the last four years, revenues derived from delivering the mail exceeded costs by $837 million; last quarter's net operating profit alone was $226 million. What about those news reports of multibillion-dollar losses? Well, the $20 billion in losses over the last four years has nothing to do with what you've been told about a failing business model or obsolete mail. Here's the real skinny: In 2006 Congress mandated that the Postal Service pre-fund future retiree health benefits for the next 75 years, and do so within a decade - something no other public agency or private firm does. The resulting annual payments run $5.5 billion a year, costing the Postal Service $21 billion since 2007. That's the difference between a positive and a negative balance sheet, as it would be for virtually any entity facing a similar burden - if any did. Read entire article. no http://www.novapcc.org/en/art/1037/ Wed, 29 Jun 2011 11:00:00 GMT Articles http://www.novapcc.org/en/art/1036/ PMG: USPS needs Congress’s help <div> PMG: USPS needs Congress’s help<br> By Jim Tierney<br> <a href="http://multichannelmerchant.com/opsandfulfillment/usps-needs-congress-help-0627jt1/">MultiChannel Merchant</a></div> <div>  </div> <div> <br>  </div> <div> The United States Postal Service can't begin to gain profitability without help from the federal mandates that hold it back, Postmaster General Patrick Donahoe told attendees at the National Catalog Forum held June 21-22 in Washington by the American Catalog Mailers Association.</div> <div>  </div> <div> “We can’t just keep kicking the can down the road,” he said. “We’re looking for some kind of resolution, not a bailout. We can only control what we can control. These mandates have to go. We need to get beyond this stuff so we can help grow this industry.”</div> <div>  </div> <div> By shedding its annual $5.5 billion payment for retiree healthcare benefits as dictated by the 2006 Postal Reform legislation, switching from six- to five-day delivery – which Donahoe said should have happened five years ago – and having the freedom to close postal facilities, the U.S. Postal Service would then find itself in a favorable fiscal position, Donahoe said.</div> <div>  </div> <div> The USPS lost $8.5 billion in fiscal 2010 and those kinds of losses will continue in the future unless Congress acts on the aforementioned items, Donahoe said.</div> <div>  </div> <div> <a href="http://multichannelmerchant.com/opsandfulfillment/usps-needs-congress-help-0627jt1/">Read entire article. <br> </a></div> <br><br>28-Jun-11 8:00 AM PMG: USPS needs Congress’s help PMG: USPS needs Congress's help By Jim Tierney MultiChannel Merchant The United States Postal Service can't begin to gain profitability without help from the federal mandates that hold it back, Postmaster General Patrick Donahoe told attendees at the National Catalog Forum held June 21-22 in Washington by the American Catalog Mailers Association. "We can't just keep kicking the can down the road," he said. "We're looking for some kind of resolution, not a bailout. We can only control what we can control. These mandates have to go. We need to get beyond this stuff so we can help grow this industry." By shedding its annual $5.5 billion payment for retiree healthcare benefits as dictated by the 2006 Postal Reform legislation, switching from six- to five-day delivery - which Donahoe said should have happened five years ago - and having the freedom to close postal facilities, the U.S. Postal Service would then find itself in a favorable fiscal position, Donahoe said. The USPS lost $8.5 billion in fiscal 2010 and those kinds of losses will continue in the future unless Congress acts on the aforementioned items, Donahoe said. Read entire article. no http://www.novapcc.org/en/art/1036/ Tue, 28 Jun 2011 12:00:00 GMT Articles http://www.novapcc.org/en/art/1035/ Issa introduces bill to overhaul U.S. Postal Service, increase regulation <div> Issa introduces bill to overhaul U.S. Postal Service, increase regulation<br> By Lisa Rein<br> <a href="http://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/issa-introduces-bill-to-overhaul-us-postal-service-increase-regulation/2011/06/23/AG7CS4hH_story.html?wpisrc=nl_fedinsider">The Washington Post </a></div> <div>  </div> <div>  </div> <div>  </div> <div> Rep. Darrell Issa (R-Calif.) introduced legislation Thursday to restructure the U.S. Postal Service, saying more regulation is necessary to “prevent another taxpayer bailout” of the financially strapped agency.</div> <div>  </div> <div> The bill would eliminate Saturday delivery and give the Postal Service greater latitude to close post offices and regional mail processing centers. A panel would be created to oversee the agency, modeled on the District of Columbia’s Financial Control Board, with a broad mandate to reduce costs and bring the agency back to financial solvency. “Congress can’t keep kicking the can down the road on out-of-control labor costs and excess infrastructure of USPS,” Issa said in a statement.</div> <div>  </div> <div> <a href="http://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/issa-introduces-bill-to-overhaul-us-postal-service-increase-regulation/2011/06/23/AG7CS4hH_story.html?wpisrc=nl_fedinsider">Read article</a>.</div> <br><br>24-Jun-11 7:00 AM Issa introduces bill to overhaul U.S. Postal Service, increase regulation Issa introduces bill to overhaul U.S. Postal Service, increase regulation By Lisa Rein The Washington Post Rep. Darrell Issa (R-Calif.) introduced legislation Thursday to restructure the U.S. Postal Service, saying more regulation is necessary to "prevent another taxpayer bailout" of the financially strapped agency. The bill would eliminate Saturday delivery and give the Postal Service greater latitude to close post offices and regional mail processing centers. A panel would be created to oversee the agency, modeled on the District of Columbia's Financial Control Board, with a broad mandate to reduce costs and bring the agency back to financial solvency. "Congress can't keep kicking the can down the road on out-of-control labor costs and excess infrastructure of USPS," Issa said in a statement. Read article. no http://www.novapcc.org/en/art/1035/ Fri, 24 Jun 2011 11:00:00 GMT Release http://www.novapcc.org/en/rel/5/ National PCC Group Seeks Your Feedback <div><font face="Arial">The national PCC group at US Postal Service HQ is seeking your opinions, ideas and feedback regarding PCC's.  If you are an industry member of the NOVA PCC, the Postal Service wants to hear your thoughts!  Join the national PCC team on a 1 hour NOVA PCC webinar/conference call on Tuesday, September 1st at 10AM. </font></div> <div> </div> <div>Express your thoughts and opinions regarding Postal Customer Councils during this exclusive NOVA PCC focus group hosted by the national PCC group at US Postal Service Headquarters.  There is no fee, all we ask is for 1 hour to hear your thoughts as well as those of other NOVA PCC Industry members.  Contact Ellen Regan, national focus group coordinator, at <a href="mailto:ellen.l.regan@usps.gov">ellen.l.regan@usps.gov</a> to be included in this important session.<br> </div> <div>Reserve your spot now - the first ten industry members to respond will be guaranteed a spot!<br> </div> http://www.novapcc.org/en/rel/5/ noemail@novapcc.org Thu, 20 Aug 2009 20:00:00 GMT Release http://www.novapcc.org/en/rel/4/ COMPREHENSIVE USPS REVIEW OF NEW PRICES <div align="center"><img alt="" src="../../attachments/wysiwyg/347/pcc_edit.png" border="0" height="535" width="401" /></div> http://www.novapcc.org/en/rel/4/ noemail@novapcc.org Thu, 09 Apr 2009 01:00:00 GMT Release http://www.novapcc.org/en/rel/1/ Postal Service Mailing Services Prices to Change on May 11 WASHINGTON — The Governors of the U.S. Postal Service have approved new prices for mailing services, including a 2-cent increase in the price of a First-Class Mail stamp to 44 cents. Prices for mailing services are reviewed annually and adjusted each May. The new prices will go into effect Monday, May 11. Customers can continue to mail letters at today’s prices by purchasing the Forever Stamp before May 11. Forever Stamps were developed to help consumers ease the transition during price changes. Forever Stamps do not have a denomination and will be honored whenever they are used with no need for additional postage for a one-ounce letter mailing. On May 11 the price of the Forever Stamp will be 44 cents. The new prices are available at usps.com/prices. Rising operational costs make the price adjustments necessary; the increase tracks the 2008 rate of inflation. The Postal Service is not immune to rising costs which are affecting homes and businesses across America today,... http://www.novapcc.org/en/rel/1/ noemail@novapcc.org Tue, 10 Feb 2009 19:45:00 GMT Content Managers http://www.novapcc.org/en/cms/1/ The Postal Customer Council of Northern Virginia Welcome to the home of the Postal Customer Council (PCC) of Northern Virginia, a postal-sponsored, not-for-profit membership organization serving members of the mailing industry since 2007. Membership is open to all business mailers and representatives of the mailing industry as well as Northern Virginia Postal Service employees. We welcome commercial mailers, non-profit organizations, service bureaus, and other types of business enterprises that use the mail, including individuals and sole proprietorship. Members gain instant access to USPS sponsored information as well as discounts on PCC events and training courses. We invite you to join today to enjoy the benefits of membership as described in the About Us section. If you are not sure you are ready to join. sign up for a user ID and we'll notify you about events and training as they are scheduled. If you have any questions, use the contact link above. http://www.novapcc.org/en/cms/1/ Thu, 26 Jan 2012 13:04:04 GMT Content Managers http://www.novapcc.org/join-nova-pcc/ Join Nova PCC Why join? As a member of the NOVA Postal Customer Councils you will have direct access to local postal leadership as well as unparalleled opportunities to network with others in the mailing industry. NOVA PCC certificate programs, educational seminars and vendor displays help members to grow professionally and become more successful in the mailing industry. Corporate sponsorships increase the awareness and recognition of members and their companies involvement in the mission of the NOVA PCC. Register for a corporate membership and be recognized as a leader in the mailing industry. Which PCC to join? Two individual Postal Customer Councils (PCCs) serve the geographic areas of the Northern Virginia District, allowing all members to be active in a PCC close to the area where they live or do business. The two NOVA PCCs are: NOVA Metro 201, 220-223 NOVA Shenandoah 226-227 Join... http://www.novapcc.org/join-nova-pcc/ Wed, 22 Sep 2010 18:09:45 GMT Content Managers http://www.novapcc.org/links/ PCC Related Links Local PCC Mail Service Providers Mail Service Providers (MSPs) offer a full range of services, including designing, writing, printing, and sending your Direct Mail. Find a list of MSP’s by clicking on the link above. RIBBS This is the website of the USPS National Customer Support Center. Here you will find everything you need to know about Intelligent Mail and Address Quality. Postal Explorer (USPS) Postal Explorer is a virtual library of postal information designed for business mailers. It puts a wealth of postal information at your fingertips in an easy-to-use format. The powerful search feature lets you quickly find information in a single publication or across a range of publications. National Mail Service Updates Information on this site is provided for mailers with plant-verified drop shipments going to postal facilities that are closed or have mail entry limits because of natural disasters or severe weather... http://www.novapcc.org/links/ Fri, 29 Jan 2010 15:26:31 GMT Content Managers http://www.novapcc.org/history/ History of PCC The Postal Customer Council (PCC) program began more than 30 years ago with the formation of local mail users councils. The Post Office Department organized the councils to improve communication between postal customers and local postal managers. The councils' rallying call was a "Mail Entry" campaign, designed to regulate the flow of local mail.<br> <br> The concept of working with customers to get mail earlier in the day was realized through the Mail Early campaign and the creation of mail users councils, also known as "Citizens Advisory Councils." The name "Mail Users Councils" lasted for nearly a decade until it was changed in 1971 to "Postal Customer Council".<br> <br> Once postal customers and local postal managers began working together under the council framework, both groups found that many problems could be resolved easily. The importance of postal customer councils has grown since the early 1970s. Through regular meetings, mailer clinics, and seminars, PCC members are kept abreast of the latest postal developments and work closely with local post offices to make mail services more efficient.<br> <br> The Postal Service stands behind the PCC program, an important avenue for improving service and understanding mailers' needs.<br> <br> <div> <h2>Future of the PCC</h2> </div> The Postal Customer Council (PCC) will continue to grow and prosper by introducing the latest developments in the mailing industry to its members. This will be done through workshops, seminars, tours, tradeshows, etc and much more. http://www.novapcc.org/history/ Fri, 29 Jan 2010 15:25:40 GMT Content Managers http://www.novapcc.org/about-us/ About Northern Virginia Postal Customer Council <div>The Northern Virginia Postal Customer Council is an organization that works with the United States Postal Service and postal customers to facilitate understanding about mailing and postal regulations between business customers and the postal service.</div> <div> </div> <div> <div> <h2>Mission</h2> </div> <div> <ul> <li>Help PCC members and their organizations grow and develop professionally through focused educational programs.</li> <br> <li>Promote local cooperation, support, and foster close working relations between the U. S. Postal Service and the business mailing community.</li> <br> <li>Share information and facilitate the exchange of ideas about new and existing Postal Service products, programs and procedures.  </li> </ul> <div> <h2>Local PCC's<br> </h2> </div> <div> <div>The Northern Virginia PCC consists of 2 PCC's divided geographically.</div> <ul> <li><a target="_self" href="/nova-metro-pcc">NOVA Metro PCC</a> - Serving all Zip Codes in 201 and 220 - 223</li> <br> <li><a target="_self" href="/shenandoah-valley-pcc">Shenandoah Valley PCC</a> - Serving all Zip Codes in 226 - 227</li> </ul> </div> </div> </div> http://www.novapcc.org/about-us/ Fri, 29 Jan 2010 15:25:22 GMT Content Managers http://www.novapcc.org/dulles-pcc/ Dulles PCC Listed below are the Executive Committee members for the Dulles PCC. There are plenty of positions for members to be involved on the Committee. Contact any member of the Executive Committee to volunteer. VACANT Industry Co-Chair Dale Cornett Postal Co-Chair On-Line Website Chair (Postal) USPS, Postmaster, Leesburg, VA 25 Catoctin Circle SE Leesburg, VA 20175-9998 (703) 669-3755 dale.a.cornett@usps.gov VACANT Membership Chair JoAnn Poland Registration Co-Chair NALC Health Benefit Plan Vacant Sponsorship Chair VACANT Secretary VACANT Programming Chair VACANT Education Chair Sue... http://www.novapcc.org/dulles-pcc/ Sun, 18 Jan 2009 23:00:12 GMT Content Managers http://www.novapcc.org/ppc-facts/ PCC Facts <h2>A Postal Customer Council is organized at the local community level to</h2> <ul> <li>Establish a means of regular communication between postal customers and local postal managers.</li> <br> <li>Provide opportunities for the exchange of ideas and suggestions.</li> <br> <li>Ensure that postal customers are aware of the latest in postal services and rates.</li> <br> <li>Assist customers in improving their internal mail operations.</li> <br> <li>Create a better understanding of the Postal Service through business meetings, mailer clinics, mailing seminars, tours of postal facilities and visits to other customers' plants.</li> <br> <li>Provide information necessary for customers to make the most effective and efficient use of postal services and products.</li> <br> <li>Provide an organized way for postal speakers to present postal programs to customers groups.</li> </ul> http://www.novapcc.org/ppc-facts/ Sun, 18 Jan 2009 18:14:37 GMT Content Managers http://www.novapcc.org/shenandoah-valley-pcc/ Shenandoah Valley PCC <div>Listed below are the Executive Committee members for the Shenandoah Valley PCC.  There are plenty of positions for members to be involved on the Committee.  Contact any member of the Executive Committee to volunteer.</div> <div> </div> <div><strong>Tori Blackburn</strong></div> <div><strong>SHENANDOAH Industry Co-Chair<br> </strong>Shenandoah University<br> <a href="tblackbu@su.edu" target="_blank">tblackbu@su.edu</a><br> <div> </div> <div><strong> Judy O’Hara</strong></div> <div><strong>SHENANDOAH Postal Co-Chair</strong></div> USPS, Postmaster Winchester<br> <div><a href="udy.ohara@usps.gov " target="_blank">judy.ohara@usps.gov </a></div> <div> </div> <div> </div> <div> </div> <div> </div> </div> http://www.novapcc.org/shenandoah-valley-pcc/ Tue, 06 Jan 2009 11:55:45 GMT Content Managers http://www.novapcc.org/en/cms/26/ Lee Garvey Industry Co-Chair Click2Mail 3103 10th Street N. Suite 201 Arlington, VA 22201 (703) 521-9029, ext. 101 lgarvey@click2mail.com John Budzynski Postal Co-Chair Postmaster, Alexandria, VA 1100 Wythe Street Alexandria, VA 22313-9998 (703) 684-7168 john.f.budzynski@usps.gov Donald Griffin, EMCM Registration Chair Booz Allen Hamilton, Inc. 8283 Greensboro Drive McLean, VA 22102-3838 (703) 377-4320 griffin_donald@bah.com Isacc M. Webb, CMDSM, EMCM Booz Allen Hamilton, Inc. 8283 Greensboro Drive McLean, VA 22102-3838 (703) 902-5930 Fax - (703) 902-3530 ... http://www.novapcc.org/en/cms/26/ Mon, 15 Dec 2008 20:31:42 GMT Survey http://www.novapcc.org/en/sur/?5 Innovation & Growth Ideas Objectives: <div> <span style="font-size: 12px;">This survey is intended to provide an opportunity for PCC Industry members to give the USPS their top three innovation and growth ideas for the USPS to help ensure a profitable future for the Postal Service and the mailing industry.  The NOVA PCC will submit the top three ideas submitted by our members for evaluation by USPS nationally. </span></div> <div> <span style="font-size: 12px;"><br> </span></div> <div> <span style="font-size: 12px;">Our ideas will be added to others generated through the recent Mailers' Technical Advisory Committee (MTAC) meeting and those generated from a recent symposium for CEO's, academics, consumer groups, marketing professionals and others.  All ideas will be evaluated to help USPS develop new products and services  -- to meet the demands of the marketplace --  based on our recommendations.  </span></div> <div> <span style="font-size: 12px;"><br> </span></div> <div> <span style="font-size: 12px;">The USPS will share the results during a special session at the May 2011 National Postal Forum in San Diego.    <br> </span></div> <br><br>Release Date: 15-Oct-10 9:00 AM<br>Expiration Date: 26-Oct-11 9:00 PM<br><div> <span style="font-size: 16px;"><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms,helvetica,sans-serif;">Please complete this survey by describing your </span></span><span style="font-size: 16px;"><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms,helvetica,sans-serif;"><span>ideas for </span></span></span><span style="font-size: 16px;"><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms,helvetica,sans-serif;"><span>innovation and growth to help ensure a profitable future for the Postal Service and the mailing industry.<br> </span></span></span></div> http://www.novapcc.org/en/sur/?5 noemail@novapcc.org Fri, 15 Oct 2010 13:00:00 GMT Survey http://www.novapcc.org/en/sur/?4 What do you think about 5 Day Delivery Objectives: <div>This survey was created to solicit  feedback regarding 5-day mail delivery as proposed by the Postmaster General March 2. 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