Klobuchar, Smith, McCollum Press USPS to Maintain Retail Services at the Downtown White Bear Lake Post Office

WASHINGTON - U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and Tina Smith (D-MN), and Representative Betty McCollum (D-MN) are pressing Postmaster General Steiner not to relocate retail services from the downtown White Bear Lake Post Office. The current location is convenient, allowing customers to access its services without relying on transportation, and is well situated for local businesses.

"We write to express opposition to the U.S. Postal Service's proposed relocation of retail services from the post office located at 2223 5th Street in White Bear Lake, Minnesota," wrote the lawmakers. "Whether it is a small business owner sending time-sensitive documents, an entrepreneur delivering products to a new customer, or simply a person staying connected with family and friends, Minnesotans rely on retail services at their local post office every day."

"That is why it is important that these services-including a retail counter, PO boxes, and dropboxes-remain at the White Bear Lake Post Office," the lawmakers continued. "The current location is centrally situated in downtown White Bear Lake, providing convenient access to residents, local businesses, and visitors alike. This convenient location is not only economically beneficial for the community, but also ensures a strong customer base for the Postal Service which relies on the sale of postage, products, and services to fund its operations."

The full text of the letter is available hereand below:

Dear Mr. Steiner:

We write to express opposition to the U.S. Postal Service's proposed relocation of retail services from the post office located at 2223 5th Street in White Bear Lake, Minnesota.

Whether it is a small business owner sending time-sensitive documents, an entrepreneur delivering products to a new customer, or simply a person staying connected with family and friends, Minnesotans rely on retail services at their local post office every day. That is why it is important that these services-including a retail counter, PO boxes, and dropboxes-remain at the White Bear Lake Post Office.

The current location is centrally situated in downtown White Bear Lake, providing convenient access to residents, local businesses, and visitors alike. This convenient location is not only economically beneficial for the community, but also ensures a strong customer base for the Postal Service which relies on the sale of postage, products, and services to fund its operations. Moving these services could disrupt area businesses and Postal Service revenue, while making it more difficult for customers to get assistance.

We urge you to fully consider these concerns and those raised by local officials, businesses, and residents. In addition, we ask that you consider alternatives that ensure the White Bear Lake Post Office remains a valuable resource for its customers and community.

Thank you for your attention to this matter.