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To: David Steiner
Formal Request for Corrective Action to Address Ongoing Mail Delivery Failures in Raymond, Maine
We call on the United States Postal Service and the Postmaster General to immediately intervene and restore reliable, regular mail delivery service to Raymond, Maine (ZIP Code 04071).
For more than a year, residents of Raymond have experienced chronic and unacceptable mail delays, including delivery occurring only once per week in some areas. This sustained service degradation is inconsistent with the USPS mandate under 39 U.S.C. § 101(a), which requires the Postal Service to provide prompt, reliable, and efficient service to all communities.
We respectfully request:
- An immediate operational review of mail processing and delivery performance serving Raymond, ME 04071
- Deployment of sufficient staffing and resources to restore consistent daily delivery
- Transparent performance metrics and service improvement timelines
- Direct communication with the Raymond community regarding corrective actions
Our community is simply asking for restoration of reliable mail service consistent with federal law and long-standing USPS service standards.
Why is this important?
Mail service in Raymond is not a convenience — it is essential infrastructure.
Residents rely on timely delivery of prescription medications, medical supplies, Social Security documentation, tax correspondence, legal notices, and financial instruments. Delayed mail can result in missed medical treatments, late payments, penalties, interrupted benefits, and legal complications.
Local businesses depend on dependable mail flow for invoicing, payments, contracts, and operations. Inconsistent delivery disrupts commerce and places small businesses at financial risk.
Reliable postal service also underpins civic participation. Election materials, absentee ballots, and voter information must be delivered promptly to ensure access to democratic processes.
The United States Postal Service was established to bind the nation together through a universal and reliable delivery network. Raymond, Maine deserves the same level of service afforded to every American community.
Restoring consistent mail delivery is about public safety, economic stability, legal compliance, and fairness.