Mailbox

[Anshu Dubey]

Mayank,

I personally wanted to thank you for the commendable effort you have shown in proposing solution for mailbox issue (mentioning the size, cost and sample picture).

 

 It really feels great to know that we have member like you who is so proactive to resident's problem and devote time and energy for analyzing, evaluating and recommending sensible suggestions.

Keep the Spirit Up!!

Anshu
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Anshu Dubey
631-790-2977

[Don Mills]

I agree wholeheartedly that individual mailboxes similar to the ones Mayank has suggested (locks are imperative) are potentially a good idea.  Below are my concerns:

 

1.  Getting the USPS to buy into this.  Presently they open three group mailboxes and distribute the mail in probably 30-45 minutes.  With the suggested scenario the mail carrier would have to walk the route and unlock 116 mailboxes to pick up outgoing mail (otherwise outgoing mail would not be secure) and this would take considerably more time.  Could you imagine if the USPS had to unlock every mailbox they deliver to.  One solution to this would be to Have the USPS place one of their large (blue) drop off boxes for outgoing mail.  But if this were necessary it's somewhat defeating the purpose.  With the group mailboxes homeowners can drop off outgoing mail and pick up incoming mail at the same time.

 

2.  Getting 116 homeowners to agree on the type/style of mailbox.

 

3.  Getting 116 homeowners willing to bear the expense.

 

In no way am I trying to shoot down the idea.  I just feel it is imperative to look at it from all aspects. 

 

Anshu Dubey <ans...@gmail.com> wrote:

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[skott...@comcast.net]

I also appreciate the dialogue and energy. That said, I believe the
mailboxes are the property of the U.S. Postal Service. Although I like
the idea of having a mailbox at the end of my driveway, my mail is
usually not delivered until late in the day and many of us prefer
having the lock box for its delivery and would not be supportive of a
decentralized system. Additionally, mail boxes can be a bit pricey -
I just checked at Home Depot and they are roughly $100 and up to $400+
each not including the installation which may be difficult for some
neighbors. We would also need to standardize the type, placement,
upkeep, etc.

In the meantime, since there seems to be quite a bit of interest
around making our community the very best it can be (which is
fantastic), I'm wondering if this might be a good time to discuss the
'low-hanging fruit' items more easily within our control such as trash
on the grounds and the landscaping. As spring is upon us, I propose
setting a date for a community clean up day possibly followed by a
BBQ. Thoughts?

[Don Mills]

The BOD has dicussed having a workday in the early spring to clean up the property, remove remaining stakes from trees, etc.  The idea of a BBQ afterwards is a great idea.  Anyone willing to take the lead in getting the word out and making arrangments for a cookout?  Also, as stated previously any mailbox intended for US mail cannot be used by anyone other than the USPS. FedEX, UPS and any others cannot use the mailbox.  This is a federal law.

"skott...@comcast.net" <skott...@comcast.net> wrote:

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