SALT LAKE CITY — Heavy rains that resulted in a leaking roof have forced the temporary suspension of operations at the Cottonwood Branch at 6890 S. 2300 East. Mail delivery to the area will continue, however, retail and Post Office Box operations have been temporarily suspended.

It is anticipated retail and Post Office Box operations will resume by the weekend.

“We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause our customers,” said Salt Lake City Postmaster Steve Chaus. “We are working quickly to get things cleaned up, building assessed and repairs made. We will reopen as soon as it’s safe to do so – hopefully by the weekend.”

Alternate Retail Locations near the Cottonwood Post Office include:

• Holladay Branch – 2350 E. Arbor Lane Weekday hours 8 a.m. to 6 p.m
• Sandy Alta Canyon Post Office – 9265 S. Highland Drive. Weekday hours 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Sandy Post Office – 8850 S. 700 East, Weekday hours 8 a.m. to 6 p.m
• Midvale Post Office – 35 W. Center St. Weekday hours 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Chaus reminded customers they don’t have to visit a Post Office to conduct most transactions. There’s the 24/7 online Post Office at usps.com where customers can buy stamps, change their address, print postage-paid shipping labels and request a Free Package Pickup – all from the comfort of home or business. There’s also Stamps By Mail, ask your carrier for a form, and Stamps By Phone 1-800-STAMP-24.”

There are also dozens of businesses in the Salt Lake area that offer USPS services ranging from stamp booklets to package shipping. To identify the location nearest you, call 1-800-782-6724 or go online to usps.com and search “Find a Location”.

Self-Serve Kiosks in the lobby of virtually every Salt Lake area Post Office make mailing and shipping a snap. These easy to use machines allow customers to purchase stamps, and weigh and ship packages 24/7 using their debit or credit cards.

The Postal Service receives no tax dollars for operating expenses and relies on the sale of postage, products and services to fund its operations.

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